Controls and features -> Through-loading system for your BMW 5 Series 1995-2003

Through-loading system*  
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The rear backrest is divided into two  
sections, one-third and two-thirds of  
the seat respectively. For carrying  
longer objects, you can fold down  
either section of the backrest sepa-  
rately.  
The center belt has an additional small You can lock each backrest in the rear  
buckle.  
seat with a master key.  
> If you connect the two belt sections,  
you can use the center belt as any  
normal 3-point belt.  
This also prevents access to the  
luggage compartment from the interior  
of the vehicle when you turn over the  
> It is easier to fold the rear seat back- door and ignition key (3) to someone  
rest up and down if you unbuckle the else (refer to page 30). This is conve-  
To open:  
Reach into the recess and pull forward  
(arrow 1).  
belt (arrow).  
nient for valet parking, for instance.  
When you close the backrest, be sure  
that the catch engages securely. The  
red tab (arrow 2) must go fully down.