Cool "Hidden" features of the E53 X5

[Abe_Froman]

Has anyone mentioned the straps under the spare tire that raise it up to you? I found it in the manual, there's a handle aft of the tire that pops into the tailgate. Then, when you lower the tailgate, it pulls on the straps under the spare tire and lifts it up and towards you. This way you don't have to throw your back out trying to get your spare out of the trunk

[sarb]

Anyone come with more hidden features????

[lemans4.8]

Originally Posted by Abe_Froman

Has anyone mentioned the straps under the spare tire that raise it up to you? I found it in the manual, there's a handle aft of the tire that pops into the tailgate. Then, when you lower the tailgate, it pulls on the straps under the spare tire and lifts it up and towards you. This way you don't have to throw your back out trying to get your spare out of the trunk

My 4.8is doesn't have this! I have to break my back....

[killcrap]

Originally Posted by lemans4.8

My 4.8is doesn't have this! I have to break my back....

the 4.8is is not equipped with a full size spare. it has a 19" doughnut. if that is too heavy for you, start pumping 2lb dumbells.