BMW 7 Series Owner's Manual page 300

CONTROLS
Storage compartment on
the left side
General information
A storage compartment is located on the left
side in the cargo area.
Opening the storage compartment
Turn the screw cap in the cover by 90°, ar-
row 1, and fold down the trim panel, arrow 2.
Through-loading system
Principle
The through-loading system allows the trans-
port of long objects, such as skies.
Safety information
Warning
There is a danger of jamming with folding
down the rear seat backrests. There is a risk
of injury or risk of damage to property. Make
sure that the area of movement of the rear
seat backrest and the of the head restraint is
clear prior to folding down.
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Cargo area
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Warning
If a rear seat backrest is not locked, unse-
cured cargo can be thrown about the car's
interior; for instance, in the event of an acci-
dent, braking or an evasive maneuver. There
is a risk of injury. Make sure that the rear seat
backrest is locked after folding it back.
Warning
The stability of the child restraint system is
limited or compromised with incorrect seat
setting or improper installation of the child
seat. There is a risk of injury or danger to life.
Make sure that the child restraint system fits
securely against the backrest. If possible, ad-
just the backrest tilt for all affected backrests
and correctly adjust the seats. Make sure that
seats and backrests are securely engaged or
locked. If possible and necessary, adjust the
height of the head restraints or remove them.
NOTICE
Vehicle parts can be damaged when folding
down the rear seat backrest. There is a risk of
damage to property, among other potential
damage. Make sure that the area of move-
ment of the rear seat backrest including head
restraint is clear when folding down.