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122nCargo loading
Roof-mounted luggage rack*
Always position and secure the
load correctly, otherwise it can
A special luggage system is available
as an option for your BMW. Please
comply with the precautions included
with the installation instructions.
endanger the passengers in the event
of braking, swerving or in a crash.
Do not exceed the permissible gross
weight and the permissible axle loads
(refer to page 200). If you do so, the
operating safety of the vehicle is no
longer ensured, and you are in violation
of the law.
Because roof racks raise the center of
gravity of the car when loaded, they ex-
ercise a major effect on its handling and
steering response.
You should therefore always remember
not to exceed the approved roof
weight, the approved gross vehicle
weight or the axle weights when load-
ing the rack. You will find the specifica-
tions under "Technical Data" on
page 200.
Do not stow heavy or hard objects in
the passenger compartment unless
they are properly secured. Improperly
secured objects would be thrown
around during braking and evasive ma-
neuvers and endanger the occupants.<
Securing the load
> Secure smaller, light pieces with the
retaining straps or with a luggage
compartment net or elastic straps
(refer to page 41)
Make sure that the load is not too
heavy, and attempt to distribute it
evenly. Always load the heaviest pieces
first (on the bottom). Make sure there is
sufficient space to raise the sliding/tilt
sunroof.
> For large, heavy pieces, see your
BMW center for load-securing de-
vices*. Lashing eyes are provided at
the corners of the luggage compart-
ment for attaching these load-secur-
ing devices (refer to the illustration)
> Comply with the information en-
closed with the load-securing de-
vices.
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Roof-mounted luggage rack*
123n
Secure the roof luggage correctly and
tightly to prevent it from shifting or be-
ing lost during driving (danger to follow-
ing traffic).
Drive smoothly: Avoid sudden accelera-
tion and braking maneuvers, corner
gently.
The roof load increases aerodynamic
resistance: Increased fuel consumption
and additional stresses on the vehicle's
body result from this.
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