BMW M5 Sedan Owner's Manual page 298

CONTROLS
Center armrest, front
General information
A storage compartment is located in the center
armrest between the seats.
Opening the storage
compartment
Press the button.
Closing the storage
compartment
Press cover down until it engages.
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, or forceful braking. Spilled
liquids can distract from the traffic conditions
and lead to an accident. Hot drinks can damage
the cup holder or lead to scalding. There is a
risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Do
not force objects into the cup holder. Use light‐
weight, shatterproof, and sealable containers.
Do not transport hot beverages.
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Opening the cup holder
Push the cover forward until it engages.
Two cup holders are located in the center con‐
sole.
Closing the cup holder
Tap the cover on the handle bar. The cover
closes.
Rear 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, or forceful braking. Spilled
liquids can distract from the traffic conditions
and lead to an accident. Hot drinks can damage
the cup holder or lead to scalding. There is a
risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Do
not force objects into the cup holder. Use light‐