BMW M3 2002, Owner'S Manual

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Cargo loading
Always position and secure the
load correctly. If you do not, it can
endanger the passengers during
braking or evasive maneuvers.
Do not exceed the approved gross
weight and the approved axle loads
(refer to page
138 ), otherwise the
vehicle's operating safety is no longer
assured and you are in violation of the
law.
Do not stow heavy or hard objects in
the passenger compartment without
first securing them. Otherwise they
would be thrown around during braking
and evasive maneuvers and endanger
the passengers.
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Stowing cargo
If you are transporting a load in your
BMW:
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Load heavy cargo as far forward as
possible – directly behind the back-
rests or the luggage compartment
partition – and as low as possible
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Cover sharp edges and corners
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Do not pile objects higher than the
top edge of the backrest
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For very heavy loads when the rear
seat is not occupied, secure each
safety belt in the opposite buckle
(refer to illustration).