BMW 2013 5 Series - Manual (Page 158)

Connecting electrical devices
Note
Do not plug the charger into the socket
Do not connect battery chargers to the
factory-installed sockets in the vehicle. Doing so
may result in damage to the vehicle.◀
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: manual
transmission
Press on the cover.
Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.
Front center console:
Press on the cover.
Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.
Center armrest
Remove cover.
Rear center console
Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.
In the front passenger footwell
Socket is located below the glove compartment.
To access the socket: fold open the cover.
In the cargo area
The socket is located in the cover of the loading
lip.
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