2008 BMW M5 Owner's Manual - Page 127

Ski bag* The ski bag is designed for safe, clean transport of up to 4 pairs of standard skis or up to 2 snowboards. With the ski bag you can stow skis with a length of up to 6.9 ft/2.10 m. When skis of 6.9 ft/2.10 m in length are loaded, the ski bag will tend to contract, reducing its overall capacity. Before loading the ski bag, fold in the display screen of the DVD system in the rear*, as otherwise the display screen could be damaged.< Only stow clean skis in the ski bag. Wrap sharp edges to prevent damage. Securing cargo Loading 1. Fold down the center armrest, press the button and open the cover. After loading, secure the ski bag and its contents. Tighten the retaining strap on the tensioning buckle for this purpose. Secure the ski bag in this way. If you fail to do so, it could endanger occupants during braking or evasive maneuvers.< To store the ski bag, perform the above steps in reverse order. Removing ski bag The ski bag can be completely removed, e.g. for faster drying or to allow you to put it to other uses. 2. Press the button again; the cover in the cargo bay opens. If you press the button firmly the first time, this cover also opens. 3. Extend the ski bag between the front seats and fill it. The zipper facilitates access to the stowed items and drying of the ski bag. 4. Insert the latch plate of the ski bag retaining strap into the center safety belt buckle that is marked CENTER. 1. Pull the handle toward the front, arrow 1. 2. Take out the ski bag upward, arrow 2. 3. Close the cover in the cargo bay. 125 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 248 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Details on various inserts are available from your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.< Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance