fold seats BMW Z4 2016 E89 Owner's Manual

Coat hooks 1 are located on the wind deflector
panels in the rollover bars.
Only hang light objects on the hooks
Do not hang heavy objects on the hooks;
otherwise, they could endanger the passen‐
gers, such as during braking or evasive maneu‐
vers.◀
Storage
Fold the wind deflector 1 and slide it into the
storage pouch 2.
The wind deflector can be stored on the rear
storage shelf behind the seats.
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Loading1.Fold the cover down.2.In the cargo area: press the handle up and
fold the cover down.3.Undo the fastener and spread out the
transport bag between the seats.4.Insert the latch plate of the retaining strap
into the belt buckle under the transport
bag.5.Load the transport bag. The zipper eases
access to the stored items.
Only place clean skis in the transport bag.
Wrap sharp edges to prevent damage.
Securing cargo
Securing the transport bag
Secure the transport bag by tightening
the retaining strap; otherwise, the contents
could present a source of danger to the pas‐
sengers, for example during braking or evasive
maneuvers.◀
After loading, secure the transport bag and its
contents. Tighten the retaining strap on the
tensioning buckle for this purpose.
To store the transport bag, perform the steps
described for loading in reverse order.
Ski support Always secure skis
Always secure transported skis or similar
objects with the ski support as they could oth‐
erwise endanger occupants during braking
maneuvers and swerving.◀
1.Remove both covers 1 with the screw‐
driver.2.Attach the ski support 2 and fold it down,
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In the cargo area:
Press the handles up and fold the storage
compartment completely down.
More information on the various inserts availa‐
ble can be obtained from your service center.
Behind the seats The rear storage shelf can be used to stow
briefcases, for example.
Observe when loading the rear storage
shelf
▷When loading the rear storage shelf, do not
move both seats all the way forward while
moving them to their uppermost position
and leaning the backrests forward. Other‐
wise, the seats could hit and damage the
seal on the windshield and the sun visor.▷Only transport light and small objects on
the rear storage shelf; otherwise, braking
maneuvers and swerving may lead to a
safety hazard due to objects flying about
the passenger compartment. Only trans‐
port heavy luggage in the trunk if it has
been appropriately secured.◀
Cupholders
Shatter-proof containers and no hot
drinks
Use light and shatter-proof containers and do
not transport hot drinks. Otherwise, there is
the increased danger of injury in an accident.◀
Unsuitable containers
Do not forcefully push unsuitable con‐
tainers into the cupholders. This may result in
damage.◀
In the center armrest
The cupholders are located in the center arm‐
rest.
Attachable cupholder
Attaching to the center console
Mount the cupholder onto the center console
so that it snaps into place.
Storing in the glove compartment Insert the cupholder into the holder in the
glove compartment.
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▷Heavy cargo: stow as far forward and as
low as possible, ideally directly behind the
cargo area separating wall.▷Cover sharp edges and corners.
Loading with the hardtop open
Before opening the hardtop, fold down
the cargo area partition and make sure the
cargo area is loaded correctly; otherwise, parts
of the hardtop could be damaged.◀
Fold down the cargo area partition, refer to
page 43.
Rear storage shelf Loading the rear storage shelf
When loading the rear storage shelf, do
not move both seats all the way forward while
moving them to their uppermost position and
leaning the backrests forward. Otherwise, the
seats could hit and damage the seal on the
windshield and the sun visor.◀
Light and small objects can be stored on the
rear storage shelf.
Securing cargo
Cargo area
Use retaining straps, a luggage net or draw
straps to secure small and lightweight items.
Rear storage shelf You can obtain cargo straps from your service
center. Four lashing eyes are provided behind
the seats for attaching the cargo straps.
Adhere to the information included with the
cargo straps.
Lashing eyes on the rear storage shelf
Top:
Bottom:
Saving fuel
General information
Your vehicle contains advanced technology for
the reduction of fuel consumption and emis‐
sions.
Fuel consumption depends on a number of dif‐
ferent factors.
The implementation of certain measures, driv‐
ing style and regular maintenance, refer to
page 241, can have an influence on fuel con‐
sumption and on the environmental impact.
Remove unnecessary cargo
Additional weight increases fuel consumption.
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ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐gram, refer to DSC 99
Exchanging wheels/tires 232
Exhaust system 129
Exterior mirrors 50
Exterior mirrors– Automatic dimming 51– Automatic heating 51– Folding in and out 51– Setting 50
External audio device 123
External devices 180
External start 250
External temperature dis‐ play 71
External temperature display
– Changing the unit of meas‐
ure 76– On computer 76
External temperature warn‐
ing 71
Eyes for securing cargo 132
F
Fader 160
Failure messages, refer to Check Control 82
Failure of an electrical acces‐ sory 248
False alarm
– Avoiding unintentional
alarms 40– Ending an alarm 39
Fastening safety belts, refer
to Safety belts 48
Fasten safety belts reminder
– Refer to Safety belt re‐
minder 49
Filter
– Refer to Microfilter/acti‐
vated-charcoal filter with
automatic climate con‐
trol 113– Refer to Microfilter for air
conditioner 109
Fine wood, care 257
First aid kit 250
Flashing when locking/
unlocking 34
Flat tire, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 92
Flat Tire Monitor– Snow chains 233
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 92
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 94
Flat tire, warning lamp 93
Flat tire, wheel change 246
Flooding 129
Floor carpet, care 258
Floor mats, care 258
FM/AM station 162
Foot brake 129
Footwell lamps, refer to Inte‐ rior lamps 89
For your own safety 6
Front airbags 90
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 92
Fuel
– Recommendation 224– Refer to Average fuel con‐
sumption 73
Fuel, average consump‐
tion 73
Fuel consumption display
– Average fuel consump‐
tion 73
Fuel display 72
Fuel filler flap 222
Fuel filler flap
– Unlocking in case of an
electrical malfunction 222
Fuel gauge 72
Fuel tank capacity, refer to Filling capacities 263
Fuel tank contents, refer to Filling capacities 263
Fuses 248
G
Garage door opener, refer to Universal garage door
opener 114
Gasoline– Fuel recommendation 224
Gasoline display 72
Gas station recommenda‐ tion 151
Gear display
– 7-gear automatic transmis‐
sion 66– 8-gear automatic transmis‐
sion 65
General driving notes 128
Glove compartment 122
GPS navigation, refer to Navi‐
gation system 138
Grilles, refer to Air vents 107
Gross vehicle weight, refer to Weights 262
H
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐ nating code 115
Hands-free microphone 16
Hardtop 42
Hazard warning system 16
HD Radio 163
Head airbags 90
Headlamp control, auto‐ matic 86
Headlamp courtesy delay fea‐ ture 86
Headlamp flasher 60
Headlamp flasher, indicator lamp 15
Headlamps, care 256
Headlamps, cleaning 62
Headliner 17
Heating 107
Heating
– Mirrors 51– Rear window 109, 112– Seats 48
Heavy cargo, stowing 131
Height adjustment
– Seats 46– Steering wheel 52Seite 276ReferenceEverything from A to Z276
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