BMW 5 Series: Connecting electrical devices
Sockets
The lighter socket can be used as a socket for electrical equipment while the engine is running or when the ignition is switched on. The total load of all sockets must not exceed 140 watts at 12 volts.
Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable connectors.
Front center console: manual transmission
Press on the cover.
Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.
Front center console: automatic transmission
Press on the cover.
Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.
Center armrest
Remove cover.
Rear center console
Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.
In the front passenger footwell
Socket is located below the glove compartment.
To access the socket: fold open the cover.
In the cargo area
The socket is located in the cover of the loading lip.
To access the socket: fold open the cover.
Rear
Opening Press on the cover. Emptying Take out the insert. Lighter Push in the lighter. The lighter can be removed as soon as it pops back out. Danger of burns Only hold the hot lighter ...Through-loading system
General information The cargo area can be enlarged by folding down the rear seat backrest. The rear seat backrest is divided into two parts at a ratio of 60 to 40. The sides can be folded down ...See also:
Marker lines
1 - Marker line for a 1-foot (30-centimeter) zone behind the vehicle 2 - Marker
line for the clear back-up zone 3 - "Wheel tracks"
The solid line (1) indicates a zone within 1 ft (30 ...
Reverse Lockout
6-speed manual transmission only
The manual transmission has a
lockout so you cannot accidentally
shift from any forward gear to
reverse while the vehicle is moving
at a certain speed. If you ...
Vehicle loading
Vehicle Certification Label
Your vehicle has a certification label attached to the rearof the driver’s door.
The label contains the following information:
• Name of manufacturer.
• Month and ...