Connecting electrical appliances
In your BMW, when the engine is running or the ignition is switched on, you can use electrical devices such as a hand lamp, car vacuum cleaner, etc. if at least one of the following sockets is available. The total load of all sockets should not exceed 140 watts at 12 volts.
Avoid damaging the sockets by attempting to insert plugs of unsuitable shape or size.
Cigarette lighter socketTo access the socket:
Open the ashtray at the front and pull out the lighter to use the socket.
In the center consoleTo access the socket, refer to External devices on page 166.
See also:
Display
Language on the Control DisplaySetting the language
1. "Settings"
2. "Language/Units"
3. "Language:"
4. Select the desired language.
The se ...
Multi-channel playback,
surround
Choose between stereo and multi-channel playback,
surround.
Setting multi-channel playback,
surround
1. "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings"
2. "Tone"
...
Special destinations
Opening the search for special
destinations
To select special destinations, e.g., hotels or
tourist attractions:
1. "Navigation"
2. "Points of Interest"
3. Select the searc ...