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
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Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenanc ...
Sliding the moonroof
To fully open the moonroof, push the switch
toward 1 .
To fully close the moonroof, push the switch
toward 2 .
To open or close the moonroof part way, push the
switch in any direction while the ...
Store a Name Tag for Speed
Dialing
1. Push . System responds:
“OnStar ready.”.
2. Say “Store.” System responds:
“Please say the number you
would like to store.”.
3. Say the entire number without
pausing. System resp ...