2007 BMW X5 Owner's Manual - Page 119

Do not allow the separation net to snap back, otherwise there is a risk of injury and the separation net may be damaged.< > Hooks*, e.g. for hanging up shopping bags or carrier bags on the left and right in the cargo bay. > Net* on the left side panel of the cargo bay for smaller objects. > Lashing rail with lashing eyes*. You can secure heavy-duty cargo straps on the lashing eyes. They can be removed at the notches in the rails. To move the lashing eyes, press the button. Read and comply with the information enclosed with the heavy-duty cargo straps.< Expanding cargo bay The rear seat backrest is divided. You can fold down both sides separately in order to expand the cargo bay. Floor panel flap Reach into the recess and pull toward the front. When you fold back the backrest, be sure that the catch engages securely. The red warning indicator disappears in the recess when the catch is engaged. If it is not properly engaged, transported cargo could enter the passenger compartment during braking or evasive maneuvers and endanger the vehicle occupants.< To ensure that the safety systems continue to provide optimized protection, please observe the safety belt information on page 40.< To access the onboard toolkit etc. To open, swing up the flap by the handle, refer to arrow. Depending on the model, the floor panel flap can be locked*. Storage compartments in cargo bay Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the following storage compartments are provided in the cargo bay. > Storage compartments behind the removable side panels in the cargo bay on the right and left, and under the floor panel flap. > Storage tray* under the floor panel flap, capacity approx. 21 US gal/80 liters. > Retaining straps* on the left and right side panel for securing small objects. Adaptive fixing system* The adaptive fixing system is used to divide up the cargo bay. It consists of two brackets with a telescopic rail and retaining straps. These are guided into the two rails on the cargo bay floor. Before using the adaptive fixing system, fold up and engage the backrest of the 2nd or 3rd* row seats and hook in the partition net*, as otherwise the cargo can be thrown around in the vehicle interior in an accident.< 117 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 012 501 - © 08/06 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance