BMW 2012 5 Series - Manual (Page 155)

Connection for an external audio
device
This can be used to connect an external audio
device, such as an MP3 player.
▷ AUX-IN port, refer to page 212 .
▷ USB audio interface, refer to page 213 .
Rear
The center armrest contains a storage compart‐
ment.
Folding down
Pull on the opener and fold the armrest forward.
Opening
Pull on the handle and fold open the cover.
Cupholders
Notes
Shatter-proof containers and no hot
drinks
Use light and shatter-proof containers and do
not transport hot drinks. Otherwise, there is the
increased danger of injury in an accident.◀
Unsuitable containers
Do not forcefully push unsuitable contain‐
ers into the cupholders. This may result in dam‐
age.◀
Front: manual transmission
On the center console
To open: press the button.
The insert folds out.
To use as a storage compartment, fold the insert
back in.
Front: automatic transmission
To open: press on the cover.
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