BMW 323Ci, Manual

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Through-loading facility
The rear backrest is divided into two
sections, one-third and two-thirds of
the seat respectively. For carrying
longer objects, you can fold down either
section of the backrest separately.
To unlock, pull the lever corresponding
to the section (arrow).
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The rear backrest section will move for-
ward slightly when it is unlocked. Reach
into the gap and pull the backrest down.
When you close the backrest, be
sure that the retainer engages cor-
rectly. If it is not correctly engaged,
transported cargo could enter the pas-
senger compartment from the luggage
compartment during brake applications
or evasive maneuvers and endanger the
vehicle occupants.
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The fittings at the corners of the lug-
gage compartment provide you with a
convenient means of attaching luggage
nets
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and flexible straps for securing
suitcases and luggage.
Refer also to "Cargo loading" on
page
100 .