BMW X5 - Manual (Page 128)

126 n Loading cargo Roof-mounted luggage rack *
Always position and secure the
load correctly. If you do not, it can
even endanger the passengers during
braking or evasive maneuvers.
Do not exceed the permissible gross
vehicle weight and the permissible axle
loads, refer to page
172 . If you do, the
operating safety of the vehicle is no
longer ensured and you are in violation
of the law.
You should never transport heavy or
hard objects unsecured in the passen-
ger compartment, as they could fly
around and pose a safety hazard to the
vehicle's occupants even during abrupt
braking or evasive maneuvers.
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A special rack system is available as an
option for your BMW. Please comply
with the precautions included with the
installation instructions.
Mounting points
Access to the mounting points:
To fold up the covers, refer to arrow,
please use the tool which is provided
with the rack system.
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Cargo loading and driving hints
Roof-mounted luggage racks raise the
center of gravity of the vehicle when
they are loaded. For this reason, they
exercise a major effect on the vehicle's
handling and steering response.
You should therefore always remember
not to exceed the approved roof
weight, the approved gross vehicle
weight or the axle loads when loading
the rack.
You will find the specifications under
Technical data on page
172 .
Make sure that the load is not too
heavy, and attempt to distribute it
evenly. Always load the heaviest pieces
on the bottom. Be sure that adequate
clearance is maintained for raising the
glass roof, and that objects do not
project into the opening path of the lug-
gage compartment lid.
Always ensure that roof-mounted
loads are tightly secured, as loose
loads can shift or even fly off the roof,
posing a serious hazard for following
traffic.
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Drive smoothly. Avoid sudden accelera-
tion and braking maneuvers. Take cor-
ners gently.
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