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:
Opening and closing: from the inside
Opening and closing: from the inside ...
Display
The following is displayed in the instrument
cluster.
Speed limit detection
► Current speed limit.
► No speed limit - for the German
autobahn.
► Speed limit detection is not ...
Run-flat tires
Label
RSC label on the tire sidewall.
The wheels are composed of special rims and
tires that are self-supporting, to a limited degree.
The support of the sidewall allows the tire to remain
dr ...
