BMW 550i xDrive Sedan 2011 - Manual (Page 136)

Rear center console
Remove the cover or cigarette lighter*.
In the cargo area*
The socket is located in the cover of the loading
lip.
To access the socket: fold open the cover.
Through-loading system*
General information
The cargo area can be enlarged by folding down
the rear seat backrest.
The rear seat backrest is divided into two parts
at a ratio of 60 to 40. The sides can be folded
down separately or together.
Opening
Move the front seats to an upright position
Before folding down the rear backrests,
ensure that the front seats are moved forward
slightly and are in an upright position. Other‐
wise, the head restraint and screen could be
damaged.◀
1. Unlock the belt lock of the center safety belt
in the rear using the latch plate of another
safety belt.
2. Insert the latch plate at the end of the belt
into the specially designated fixture on the
rear window shelf.
3. Push the corresponding head restraint
down as far as it will go.
4. Pull the corresponding lever in the cargo
area to release the rear seat backrest.
5. The unlocked rear seat backrest moves for‐
ward slightly. Fold the backrest forward by
the head restraint.
Closing
1. Return the rear seat backrest to the upright
seating position and engage it.
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