2008 BMW 1 Series Owner's Manual - Page 109

Ashtray* Opening remote control so that children cannot operate the cigarette lighter and burn themselves.< 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., up to approx. 200 watts at 12 volts, as long as one of the following sockets is available. Avoid damaging the socket by attempting to insert plugs of unsuitable shape or size. Emptying Cigarette lighter socket* To access the socket: Open the ashtray at the front and pull out the lighter to use the socket. In the cargo bay* To access the socket: Fold open the cover. Lift out the insert. Lighter To access the socket, refer to AUX-In port on page 169. With the engine running or the ignition switched on, press in the cigarette lighter. Mobility 107 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 691 - © 11/07 BMW AG The lighter can be pulled out as soon as it pops back out. Hold or touch the hot cigarette lighter by the knob only. Holding or touching it in other areas could result in burns. When leaving the car, always remove the Reference Communications Entertainment In the center console Navigation Driving tips Push the ridge on the cover. Controls At a glance