Front Center Armrest
Under the armrest between the front seats there is a storage compartment and, depending on equipment, a mobile phone holder lid or Snap-in adapter. See also the communication device owner's manual.
Opening the Lid

Lightly press the lid and press the button. The corresponding lid opens upward.
External Audio Device Socket
An external audio device, such as a CD player or MP3 player, can be connected to the socket to play its sound through the vehicle speakers.
► AUX-In socket.
► For the USB/Audio port, see.
Portable Lamp
The portable lamp is located in the storage compartment between the front seats.
To use the lamp, remove it from the holder.
Replacing the battery
To remove and install the batteries, unscrew the lamp head.
Dispose of used batteries at a collection point or at a BMW service center.◄
Test yourself
A quick BMW X3 quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.