2007 BMW 7 Series Owner's Manual - Page 127

Securing cargo Roof-mounted luggage rack* A special rack system is available as an option for your BMW. Please comply with the precautions included with the installation instructions. Anchorage points Controls The anchorage points are located inside the door openings. You can find this information under Weights on page 228. The roof load must be uniformly distributed and should not be too large in area. Always load the heaviest pieces on the bottom. Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained for raising the glass sunroof, and that objects do not project into the opening path of the luggage compartment lid. Secure roof-mounted cargo correctly and securely to prevent it from shifting or falling off as you drive. Drive smoothly. Avoid sudden acceleration and braking maneuvers. Take corners gently. 125 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 316 - © 02/07 BMW AG > Heavy-duty straps* for securing larger and heavier objects are available at your BMW center. Four lashing eyes for attaching these heavy-duty straps are provided in the luggage compartment, refer to illustration. > Please follow the special instructions supplied with the heavy-duty straps. Always position and secure the load as described above. If you do not, it can endanger the passengers, for example during braking or evasive maneuvers. Attach heavy-duty straps only to the lashing eyes, refer to illustration, otherwise, the heavyduty straps could come loose or the vehicle could be damaged. Never exceed either the approved gross vehicle weight or either of the approved axle loads, refer to page 228, as excessive loads can impair the operational safety of the vehicle and may also put you in violation of highway 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.< Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Because roof racks raise the vehicle's center of gravity when loaded, they have a major effect on its handling and steering response. You should therefore always remember not to exceed the approved roof load capacity, the approved gross vehicle weight or the axle loads when loading the rack. Navigation Loading roof rack Driving tips > Use the luggage net* or securing straps to secure small and lightweight luggage and cargo. At a glance