Connecting electrical devices

BMW X3 / BMW X3 iDrive Owners Manual / Controls / Interior equipment / Connecting electrical devices

Note

Do not connect battery chargers to the 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

Sockets can be used for the operation of electrical devices with the engine running or with the ignition 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

Remove cover.

Remove cover.

Center armrest

Remove cover.

Remove cover.

Rear center console

Remove cover.

Remove cover.

In the cargo area

The socket is located on the right side in the

The socket is located on the right side in the cargo area.

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