BMW X5: Roof-mounted luggage rack
General information
Installation only possible with roof rack.
Roof racks are available as special accessories.
Safety information
Warning
When driving with a roof load, for instance with roof-mounted luggage rack, the vehicle's center of gravity is higher, which increases the risk of the vehicle tipping in critical driving situations.
There may be a risk of accident or risk of damage to property. Driving with roof load only with activated Dynamic Stability Control.
Mounting
Follow the installation instructions of the roof rack.
Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained for tilting and opening the glass sunroof.
Loading
Because roof-mounted luggage racks raise the vehicle's center of gravity when loaded, they have a major effect on vehicle handling and steering response.
Therefore, note the following when loading and driving:
- Do not exceed the approved roof/axle weights and the approved gross vehicle weight.
- Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained for tilting and opening the glass sunroof.
- Distribute the roof load uniformly.
- The roof load should not extend past the loading area.
- Always place the heaviest pieces on the bottom.
- Secure the roof luggage firmly, for instance using ratchet straps.
- Do not let objects project into the opening path of the tailgate.
- Drive cautiously and avoid sudden acceleration and braking maneuvers. Take corners gently.
Driving on racetracks
Warning
The vehicle is not designed for use in M Sport or motor sport type competition. There is a risk of accident. Do not use the vehicle for M Sport or motor sport type competitions.
Higher mechanical and thermal loads during racetrack operation lead to increased wear. Use of the vehicle in M Sport or motor sport type competition is an improper use of the vehicle and may affect your warranty coverage. Please consult the "New Vehicle Limited Warranty" Booklet for further information on warranty matters.
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Tailgate - Vehicle key
Tailgate
General information
To avoid locking the vehicle key in the vehicle,
do not place the vehicle key in the cargo area.
The following settings are available for the operation
of the tailgate with the vehicle key:
Whether the vehicle key opens only the upper
tailgate or the upper and lower
General driving notes
Closing the tailgate
Safety information
Warning
An open tailgate protrudes from the vehicle and
can endanger occupants and other road users
or damage the vehicle in the event of an accident,
braking or evasive maneuvers. In addition,
exhaust fumes may enter the vehicle interior.
There is a risk of
