BMW 2011 M3 Convertible Manual Do Proprietário

Practical interior accessories

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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 sockets by
attempting to insert plugs of unsuitable shape
or size.

Cigarette lighter socket*

To access the socket: take the cigarette lighter
out of the socket.

Socket* in the front passenger footwell

A socket is located under the glove compart-
ment on the left.

Socket in the center armrest

External audio device, refer to page

115

Coupe: socket in the cargo area*

Open the cap.

Coupe:

Through-loading system*

Opening

To release the rear seat backrest, pull the
corresponding lever in the cargo area.

The unlocked rear seat backrest moves for-
ward slightly. Fold the backrest forward by
the head restraint.

Closing

Return the rear seat backrest to its upright posi-
tion and engage it.

When returning the backrest to its seating
position, make sure that the seat's lock-

ing mechanism engages properly. Otherwise,
cargo could be thrown around in the event of
sharp braking or swerving and endanger the
occupants.

The lashing eyes in the cargo area provide you
with a way to attach cargo area nets

or draw

straps for securing suitcases and luggage, refer
to page

130