BMW X5: Storage compartment in the center console
Opening the storage compartment
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Press onto the cover.
Closing the storage compartment
Pull the cover on the handle bar back.
Storage compartment in the rear center console
The rear of the center console contains one or two storage compartments.
Center armrest, front
General information
A storage compartment is located in the center armrest between the seats.
Opening the storage compartment
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Press the button.
Closing the storage compartment
Press cover down until it engages.
Rear center armrest
General information
A storage compartment is located in the center armrest between the seats.
Folding down
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Fold the center armrest forward.
Opening
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Press the button, arrow 1, and fold the cover up, arrow 2.
Closing the storage compartment
Press cover down until it engages.
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Front/Rear cup holder
Front cup holder
Safety information
Warning
Unsuitable containers in the cup holders may
damage the cup holders or be thrown about
the car's interior in the event of an accident, an
evasive maneuver,
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Safety information
Warning
High gross weight can overheat the tires, damage
them internally and cause a sudden tire
pressure loss. Driving characteristics may be
negatively impacted, reducing lane sta
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Connecting Lines
NOTES ON FITTING A NEW PIPE OR A SCREW CONNECTION
IMPORTANT: Do not kink, twist or crush lines.
Do not disassemble screw connection!
Fitting new screw connection:
Insert complete new screw connection consisting of toothed ring (1), banjo
bolt (2) and assembly plug (3) into
air spring/pipe connecti
Information On Replacing Shock Absorbers
Facts:
When a shock absorber is faulty on one side (leaking, noises, limit values
exceeded on the shock tester), often
both shock absorbers on the axle in question are replaced.
E32, E34, E38, E39 : In the case of rear spring struts with ride-height control,
there is always a slight oil
spillage
