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"Komfort" ski rack
If the rack is fitted in a workshop, these installation
instructions are to be given to the customer.
The procedures and safety instructions listed in
these installation instructions for fitting and
handling the ski rack must be followed to the
letter. The ski rack is designed to ensure that no
damage is caused to the vehicle if it is fitted and
operated correctly.
BMW cannot accept any liability for damage
caused by ignoring the order in which the work
should be completed and the safety
instructions. In addition, if the rack is fitted and
operated in a manner contrary to that described
in these installation instructions, all guarantee
rights against BMW AG shall be rendered void.
Safety instructions
Please follow the safety instructions set out in the
operating instructions supplied with the basic
racks.
Transport a maximum of three or six pairs of skis
using the ski rack.
Do not drive through a car wash with the ski rack
fitted.
General instructions
Treat the locks with a lock care product at regular
intervals.
Always place the cover caps on the locks to
protect them from dirt and ice.
Transport skis with the tips pointing to the rear.
Load the ski rack starting from the middle of the
vehicle and working outwards, unload the ski rack
in the reverse order.
Tools required
Phillips screwdriver from the vehicle's tool kit.
Table of contents
Section
1. To fit the ski rack
2. To operate the ski rack
Parts kit
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aSki rack (2x or 4x depending on parts kit)
bKey (2x)
cInstallation instructions (1x)
1. To fit the ski rack
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Open the sealing flap (1) on the roof rack section
(2). Push the ski rack (a) into the roof rack section
(2) as shown.
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Close the sealing flap (1) on the roof rack section
(2) and open the ski rack (a) by pulling the locking
piece (3) in the direction indicated by the arrow.
You may first have to open the lock (4) (the hole in
the lock must be vertical).
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Push the ski rack (2) towards the outside until it is
against the sealing flap and secure it with the
Phillips screw (1).
It must be impossible to slide the ski rack in
the roof rack section once it has been secured.
2. To operate the ski rack
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Open the ski rack (a) by pulling the locking piece
(3) in the direction indicated by the arrow. You may
first have to open the lock (4) (the hole in the lock
must be vertical).
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Place the skis (1) into the ski rack (a) with the tips
pointing to the rear. Close the ski rack (a) so that
the locking piece (2) audibly clicks into position.
Check that the locking piece (2) has engaged and
close the lock (the hole in the lock must be
horizontal).
Never drive the vehicle with the ski rack open
since it may cause an accident. Always lock the ski
rack as a safety precaution.
