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:
Wiper blade replacement
General information
Do not fold down the wipers
without wiper
blades
Do not fold down the wipers if wiper blades have
not been installed; this may damage the windshield.
Replacing the wiper ...
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Washing in automatic car washes
Give preference to cloth car washes or those
that use soft brushes in order to avoid paint
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Notes
Note the following:
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