Sedan: pass-through hatch for long items
1. Separate the two parts of the buckle of the center rear seat belt. Insert the tongue of the belt into the receptacle provided in the rear shelf.

2. Fully lower the corresponding head restraint.
3. Unlock the seatback by pulling the corresponding release lever located in the luggage compartment.

4. The unlocked seatback moves slightly forward. Grasp the head restraint and lower the seatback forward.

When returning the seatback to its original position, make sure it is securely latched. Otherwise, during braking or maneuvering, luggage may fall into the passenger compartment and injure occupants.◄
Special loops are provided in the luggage compartment for securing cargo nets and straps.
Test yourself
A quick BMW X5 quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.