BMW X5 - Manual (Page 38)

36 n Tailgate
Manual release
In the event of an electrical malfunction,
you can release the tailgate manually:
1. Unfasten the trim panel clip with the
vehicle key or with a screwdriver,
refer to arrow 1, and remove it
toward the top, refer to arrow 2
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2. Using the same tool, press the latch
in the direction of the arrow; the tail-
gate is released
3. Reinstall the trim panel.
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Luggage straps
Use the luggage straps on the cargo
floor cover to secure smaller items of
luggage.
Movement is reduced when objects are
placed on the straps.
The lashing eyes located at the corners
of the cargo area provide you with a
convenient means of attaching luggage
nets
* or flexible straps for securing lug-
gage.
Refer also to Stowing cargo on
page
125 .
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