BMW 5 Series: Center armrest
Front
A storage compartment is located in the center armrest between the front seats.
Opening
Press the button.
Locking the storage compartment
The storage compartment in the armrest can be locked with an integrated key to separately secure the trunk lid, for example.
After the storage compartment is locked, the remote control can be handed out without the integrated key, for instance at a hotel.
This prevents access to the storage compartment and to the cargo area.
Connection for an external audio device
This can be used to connect an external audio device, such as an MP3 player.
▷ AUX-IN port
▷ USB audio interface, refer to page 213
Rear
The center armrest contains a storage compartment.
Folding down
Pull on the opener and fold the armrest forward.
Opening
Pull on the handle and fold open the cover.
Glove compartment
Front passenger side
Opening
Pull the handle.
The light in the glove compartment switches on.
Close the glove compartment again immediately
Close the glove compartment immediately after
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Cupholders
Notes
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.` ...
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To protect your vehicle from corrosion
-Wash and wax your vehicle often to keep the vehicle clean.
- Always check for minor damage to the paint and repair it as soon as possible.
- Keep drain holes at the bottom of the doors open to avoi ...
Ultrasonic Parking Sensor Light
This light comes on to indicate that there is a malfunction in the system.
See your dealer for service.
See Ultrasonic Parking Assist and Driver Information Center (DIC) for more infor ...
Erasing warning messages
When a low tire pressure warning message has been displayed, and the tire pressure
warning light has come on:
1. Use a tire pressure gauge to check the inflation pressure of all four tires.
2. Re- ...
