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
use ...
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.` ...
See also:
Manual Seats
Manual Seats
A. Seatback Recline Lever
B. Height Adjustment Switch
C. Seat Position Handle
To adjust the seat position:
1. Pull the handle (C) under the
front of the seat cushion.
2. Slide t ...
Interior Care
Leather
EX-L and all V6 models
Vacuum dirt and dust from the
leather frequently. Pay close
attention to the pleats and seams.
Clean the leather with a soft cloth
dampened with a 90% water and ...
Push-Button Ignition Switch
WARNING
Do not operate the push-button ignition
switch while driving the vehicle except in
an emergency. (The engine will stop when
the ignition switch is pushed 3 consecutive
times in quick succ ...
