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.` ...
See also:
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped
Turning the end of the multifunction lever to the third
detent (AUTO), will activate the automatic headlight
system.
Headlight Switch
With the engine running and the multifunction lever in
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Heated front seats
The current seat temperature is shown in the center console display
Press the button once for the highest heat level – three indicator lights come
on.
Press the button twice for a lower heat ...
Loading
The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed
the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You
will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you
adhere to the loading ...
