Roof-mounted luggage rack, Roof-mounted luggage, Rack – BMW 325Ci Coupe 2004 User Manual

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Roof-mounted luggage rack*

A special roof-rack system is available
as an optional extra for your BMW.
Please observe the precautions
included with the installation instruc-
tions.

Anchorages

Access to the anchorages:

To fold up the covers, please use the
tool provided with the roof-rack system.

Loading and driving notes

Roof-mounted luggage racks raise the
center of gravity of the vehicle when
they are loaded. For this reason, they
have a major effect on the vehicle's
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. These weights are listed under
Technical data on page

156

Make sure that the load is not too bulky,
and attempt to distribute it evenly.
Always load the heaviest pieces first so
that they are at the bottom. Be sure that
adequate clearance is maintained for
raising the glass sunroof, and that
objects do not project into the opening
path of the luggage compartment lid.

Secure the roof-mounted luggage cor-
rectly and safely to prevent it from shift-
ing or being lost during driving.

Drive smoothly and avoid sudden
acceleration and braking. Do not corner
at high speeds.

The luggage rack and the roof load
increase aerodynamic resistance:
increased fuel consumption and addi-
tional stress on the vehicle's body are
the result.

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