2007 BMW M5 Owner's Manual - Page 109

Connecting electrical devices Sockets With the engine running or the ignition switched on, the cigarette lighter socket can be used as a power outlet for hand flashlights, car vacuum cleaners, etc., with power ratings of up to approx. 200 W at 12 V. Avoid damaging the socket due to inserting plugs of different shapes or sizes. The same is true for all power outlets in the vehicle. In cargo bay Center armrest, rear Access to socket: Fold open the cover. In the rear center console Storage tray: Pull the cover upward, arrow 1. Access to cup holders: Press button 2 and open the cover. Depending on the equipment, the sockets in the rear are covered with caps or equipped with a lighter. Refer to Cigarette lighter, front, page 106. Access to socket: Remove respective cap or lighter. 107 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 310 - © 02/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips In front passenger footwell Access to socket: Fold open the cover. Controls At a glance