2008 BMW M3 Owner's Manual - Page 95

Convertible Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the following storage spaces can be found in the cargo bay: > Storage compartment on the left side of the cargo bay. To open turn handle by 90° > Net* for securing smaller objects, to be attached to the fixtures on the floor panel > Rubber band* to be attached to the lateral lashing eyes > Stowage compartment under the floor panel Loading 1. Take out the filler piece. At a glance Reference Mobility After loading, secure the ski bag and its contents. Tighten the retaining strap on the tensioning buckle for this purpose. 93 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG 2. Press the button, reach into the recess and fold down the cover. Do not exceed the maximum permissible load of 55 lbs/25 kg for the storage compartment under the floor panel, otherwise damage could result.< 4. Clip the hooks of the ski bag retaining strap into the eyelet. Coupe Press the floor panel up and secure it with the catch. Convertible To lift, grab hold of the floor panel at the opening at the rear of the panel. Lashing eyes You will find lashing eyelets in the cargo bay for securing luggage items with nets or tensioning straps, refer to page 101. Only place clean skis in the ski bag. Wrap sharp edges to prevent damage. Securing cargo Coupe: ski bag* The ski bag is designed for safe, clean transport of up to 4 pairs of standard skis or up to 2 snowboards. With the ski bag you can stow skis with a length of up to 6 ft 10 in/2.10 m. When skis of 6 ft 10 in/ 2.10 m length are loaded, the overall capacity of the ski bag is reduced due to its tapered design. Driving tips Controls Folding up the floor panel 3. Open the Velcro fastener, spread the ski bag between the front seats and insert the skis or snowboards. The zip fastener makes objects in the ski bag easier to reach.