How to Use the Cigarette Lighter in BMW 5 Series?

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MadelynFitz
07/29/25 8:19pm
BMW 5 Series front cigarette lighter is located in the storage compartment in front of the gear lever, while the rear cigarette lighter is below the air vent. Simply press down the handle of the cigarette lighter to start heating, and it will automatically pop out when ready. The specific steps for using the cigarette lighter are as follows: 1. The cigarette lighter is quite intuitive, with a circular button depicting a cigarette (or voltage value). Press the button, and after 10-60 seconds, the cigarette lighter device will pop up, accompanied by an audible sound. 2. Note: Pick up the popped side and use the other side to light the cigarette by gently touching it to the heated area. 3. Using a lighter while driving poses safety hazards, making the cigarette lighter a significant alternative.
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