2009 BMW 5 Series Owner's Manual - Page 131

With normal cargo bay Pull the partition net out of the case by the loop. Grasp the rod on both sides and insert it in the brackets, arrow 1. This is best carried out from the rear seat. When you no longer require the partition net, grasp the rod on both sides and remove it from the brackets, arrow 2. Then slowly allow the partition net to glide into the case. in the recess when the catch is engaged. Check whether the case is properly locked in place by pulling it with a sudden movement. Compartment in floor Automatic roll-up cover: the opened floor panel strikes against the roll-up cover in the end position. If necessary, unhook the roll-up cover at the rear before opening the floor panel. With an expanded cargo bay 1. Fold down both rear backrests, refer to Expanding cargo bay. 2. Unlock the case on both sides with the buttons, arrow 1. The floor panel flap can be locked. The partitions in the compartment can be rearranged. 3. Pull out the case downward, arrow 2; avoid tilting when doing so. Folding up spare tire cover 1. Swing up the cover. 4. Push the case into the guides on the backs of the backrests. 5. Carefully pull out the partition net and insert it in the front brackets as described in With normal cargo bay. This is best carried out from the front seat. To restore the original state, proceed in the reverse order. Finally, lay the case in the two side brackets and then press forward until it engages. The red warning indicator disappears 2. Detach the hook from the bracket and hook into the floor panel flap. Before swinging down, return the hook to its original position. Storage area package* Retaining straps 129 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference You can unhook the right-hand retaining strap, e.g. to open the side panel. To unhook at the Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation To open, reach into the recess and swing up the handle. Driving tips Controls At a glance