2007 BMW 5 Series Owner's Manual - Page 137

Load pants, refer to page 125. Make sure that objects cannot penetrate through the separation net. Wrap sharp-edged or pointed objects which could strike the rear window while driving. Stowing cargo > Use the luggage net*, luggage straps, or securing straps to hold down small and lightweight luggage and cargo. > Heavy-duty cargo straps* for securing larger and heavier objects are available at your BMW center. Four lashing eyes mounted in the cargo bay are used to secure these heavy-duty cargo straps, refer to illustration. > Please observe the special instructions supplied with the heavy-duty cargo straps. Position and secure the cargo as described above, so that it cannot endanger the car's occupants, for example if sudden braking or evasive maneuvers are necessary. Use only the lashing eyes to secure heavy-duty cargo straps, refer to illustration, otherwise the cargo straps could become detached or the vehicle could be damaged. Never exceed either the approved gross vehicle weight or either of the approved axle loads, refer to page 255, as excessive loads can pose a safety hazard, and may also place you in violation of traffic safety laws. You should never transport unsecured heavy or hard objects in the passenger compartment, as they could fly around and pose a safety hazard to the vehicle's occupants during abrupt braking or evasive maneuvers.< > Load heavy cargo as far forward and as low as possible, placing it directly behind the rear backrest. > Cover sharp edges and corners. > For very heavy cargo when the rear seat is not occupied, secure each safety belt in the opposite buckle. > Do not pile objects higher than the top edge of the backrest. > Sports Wagon: Use the separation net to protect the occu- 135 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 308 02/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips The permissible load is the total of the weight of occupants and cargo/luggage. The greater the weight of occupants, the less cargo/luggage can be transported. Controls Securing cargo At a glance