BMW X1 2017 Owners Manual

Additional
storage
compartments
in
the
vehicle's
interior
Storage
compartment
under
the
driver's
seat
Storage compartment for small objects.
Retaining
strap
in
the
floor
area
of
the
front
passenger
In the passenger side foot area, there is a rej
taining strap for fastening smaller objects.
Nets
on
the
backrests
of
the
front
seats
The nets on the backrests of the front seats can also be used to store small parts.
Storage
compartments
in
the cargo
area
Side
storage
compartments,
left
and
right
Storage compartments are located on the right and left sides.
Net
for
storage
compartment Smaller objects can be stored in the net of
right storage compartment.
Multi-function
hook
WARNING
Improper use of the multi-function hooks
can lead to a risk of objects flying about during
braking and evasive maneuvers. There is a risk
of injury and risk of property damage. Only
hang lightweight objects, e.g., shopping bags,
from the multi-function hooks. Only transport
heavy luggage in the cargo area if it has been appropriately secured.'

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Driving
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Things
to
remember
when
drivingVehicle
features
and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations
must be observed.
Breaking-in
period
General
information Moving parts need to begin working togethersmoothly.
The following instructions will help you to achj
ieve a long vehicle life and good efficiency.
During break-in, do not use the Launch Conj trol.
Safety
information WARNING
Due to new parts and components,
safety and driver assistance systems can react
with a delay. There is a risk of an accident. Afj
ter installing new parts or with a new vehicle,
drive conservatively and intervene early if necj
essary. Observe the break-in procedures of
the respective parts and components.'

Safety
informationNOTE
Objects in unpaved areas, e.g., stones or
branches, can damage the vehicle. There is a risk of property damage. Do not drive on unj
paved terrain.'

rior use only mobile phones with direct conj
nections to an exterior antenna in order to
exclude mutual interference and deflect the raj diation from the vehicle's interior.'

all. There is a risk of an accident. Do not drivein idle state or with the engine switched off.'

LoadingVehicle
features
and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations
must be observed.
Safety
information WARNING
High gross weight can overheat the tires,
damage them internally and cause a sudden
drop in tire inflation pressure. Driving characj
teristics may be negatively impacted, reducing
lane stability, lengthening the braking distanj ces and changing the steering response.
There is a risk of an accident. Pay attention to the permitted load capacity of the tires and
never exceed the permitted gross weight.'

vehicle. Consult this manual to determinehow this reduces the available cargo and
luggage load capacity of your vehicle.
Load
The maximum load is the sum of the weight of
the occupants and the cargo.
The greater the weight of the occupants, the less cargo that can be transported.
Stowing
and
securing
cargo
'yCover sharp edges and corners on the
cargo.'yHeavy cargo: stow as far forward as possij
ble, directly behind and at the bottom of
the rear passenger seat backrests.'yVery heavy cargo: when the rear seat is not occupied, secure each of the outer safetybelts in the opposite buckle.'yIf necessary, fold down the backrests tostow cargo.'yDo not stack cargo above the top edge of
the backrests.'ySmaller and light cargo: secure with
ratchet straps or draw straps.'yLarger and heavy cargo: secure with cargo
straps.Lashing
eyes
in
the
cargo
area
There are four lashing eyes in the cargo area for securing cargo.
Attach load securing aids, such as lashing straps, retaining straps, draw straps or cargonets, to the lashing eyes in the cargo area.
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 roof load, e.g., with
roof-mounted luggage rack, driving safety may
not be ensured in driving-critical situations due to the elevated center of gravity. There is a risk
of accidents or risk of property damage. Do not deactivate Dynamic Stability Control DSC
when driving with roof load.'

have a major effect on vehicle handling andsteering response.
Therefore, note the following when loading
and driving:'yDo not exceed the approved roof/axle
loads and the approved gross vehicle
weight.'yBe sure that adequate clearance is mainj
tained for tilting and opening the glass sunroof.'yDistribute the roof load uniformly.'yThe roof load should not extend past the
loading area.'yAlways place the heaviest pieces on the
bottom.'ySecure the roof luggage firmly, e.g., using
ratchet straps.'yDo not let objects project into the opening
path of the tailgate.'yDrive cautiously and avoid sudden accelerj
ation and braking maneuvers. Take corners
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