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1. Fold down the center armrest, press the button and open the cover.

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2. Press the button again; the cover in the cargo area 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. Attach the retaining strap:
BMW X5: insert the latch plate of the ski bag retaining strap into the center safety belt buckle that is marked CENTER.

BMW X6: attach the hook of the ski bag retaining strap to the eyelet on the backrest.

Only stow clean skis in the ski bag. Wrap sharp edges to prevent damage.
See also:
2007 BMW X3 Review
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Engaging the transmission position
▷ Transmission position P can only be disengaged
if the engine is running and the brake
pedal is pressed.
▷ With the vehicle stationary, press on the
brake pedal before shifting out ...
Fuel quality
Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as containing
metal must not be used.
Refuel only with unleaded
gasoline without
metallic additives.
Do not refuel with any leaded gasoline or gasoline
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