Sockets
The lighter socket can be used as a socket for electrical equipment while the engine is running or when the ignition is switched on. The total load of all sockets must not exceed 140 watts at 12 volts.
Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable connectors.
Front center console

Front center console
Raise the cap and remove the cover or cigarette lighter.
In the front passenger footwell

In the front passenger footwell
Socket is located below the glove compartment.
Rear center console

Rear center console
Remove cover.
In the cargo area

In the cargo area
The socket is located on the left side in the cargo area.
See also:
Camera monitoring: Lane Departure Warning System and Collision Warning
The Lane Departure Warning System available for the new BMW 3-Series Sedan is
activated at speeds above 70 km/h (43 mph) and warns the driver if he
unintentionally strays out of his lane. The syst ...
Switching the microphone to mute
When a call is active, the microphone can be
muted.
1. "Telephone"
2. "Active calls"
3. "Microphone mute"
A microphone that has been switched to mute
is automati ...
Lane information
On multi-lane roads, the recommended lanes
are marked in the arrow view by a triangle.
▷ Solid triangle: best lane.
▷ Empty triangle: possible lane. However, another
lane change may ...
