Ski bag – BMW 550i xDrive Sedan 2011 User Manual
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Ensure that the lock is securely en‐
gaged
When folding back the backrest, be sure that
it locks in place securely. If it is not properly
engaged, transported cargo could enter the
passenger compartment during braking or
evasive maneuvers and endanger the vehi‐
cle occupants.◀
2.
Release the latch plate from the fixture on
the rear window shelf and insert it into the
belt lock of the center safety belt. Make sure
you hear the latch plate engage.
To secure cargo, refer to page
, with nets or
draw straps, the cargo area is fitted with lashing
eyes.
Ski bag*
Capacity
The ski bag can be used to transport up to four
pairs of skis with a length of up to 6 ft/2.10 m or,
depending on the binding, up to two snow‐
boards with a length of up to 5 ft/1.60 m.
Preparing and loading the ski bag
1.
Fold open the center armrest on the inside.
2.
Open the inside cover and cargo area by
pressing the button.
3.
Lay out the ski bag.
4.
Load the ski bag. If necessary, wrap the
sharp edges of the skis.
If necessary, open the ski bag zipper to ease
loading or to dry the ski bag.
5.
Insert the tongue plate into the belt buckle.
6.
Tighten the retaining strap.
Securing the ski bag
Secure the ski bag by tightening the re‐
taining strap; otherwise, the contents could
present a source of danger to the passengers,
for example during braking or evasive maneu‐
vers.◀
Removing the ski bag
The ski bag can be removed entirely, e.g., to dry
quickly or to use other inserts.
1.
Pull the handle forward and lift the ski bag
out.
2.
Close the cover in the cargo area.
More information on the various inserts available
can be obtained from your service center.
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