2010 BMW M5 Owner's Manual - Page 121
2010 BMW M5 Manual
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Stowing cargo > 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. 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. Securing cargo Mounting points > 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 vehicle's occupants, for example if sudden braking or evasive maneuvers are neces- The mounting points are located in the door openings. Loading roof-mounted luggage rack 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. You can find the specified weights under Weights on page 239. 119 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips > Load heavy cargo as far forward and as low as possible, placing it directly behind the rear backrest. sary. Never exceed either the approved gross vehicle weight or either of the approved axle loads, refer to page 239, 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. Use only the lashing eyes pictured to fasten the heavy-duty cargo straps. Do not secure cargo with the upper attachment points for LATCH, refer to page 55; otherwise, you could damage them.< Controls At a glance