2016 BMW X1 Cover

Settings are stored automatically after approxi‐
mately 10 seconds.
Sun visor
Glare shield Fold the sun visor down or up.
Vanity mirror A vanity mirror is located in the sun visor be‐
hind a cover. When the cover is opened, the in‐
terior lighting switches on.
Ashtray/cigarette lighter
Ashtray
Opening
The ashtray can be inserted in the cupholder.
Emptying Take out the insert.
Lighter WARNING
Contact with hot heating elements or the
hot socket of the cigarette lighter can cause
burns. Flammable materials can ignite if the
cigarette lighter falls down or is held against
the respective objects. There is risk of fire and
injuries. Hold the cigarette lighter on its handle.
Make sure that children do not use the ciga‐
rette lighter and do not burn themselves, e.g.
by carrying the remote control along when ex‐
iting the vehicle.◀
CAUTION
If metal objects fall into the socket, they
can cause a short circuit. There is risk of prop‐
erty damage. Replace the cigarette lighter or
socket cover again after using the socket.◀
The cigarette lighter is located in the center
console.
Push in the lighter.
The lighter can be removed as
soon as it pops back out.
Connecting electrical devices
Information CAUTION
Battery chargers for the vehicle battery
can work with high voltages and currents,
which means that the 12V on-board network
can be overloaded or damaged. There is risk of
property damage. Only connect battery charg‐
ers for the vehicle battery to the starting aid
terminals in the engine compartment.◀
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CAUTION
If metal objects fall into the socket, they
can cause a short circuit. There is risk of prop‐
erty damage. Replace the cigarette lighter or
socket cover again after using the socket.◀
Sockets
General information The lighter socket can be used as a socket for
electrical equipment while the engine is run‐
ning or when the ignition is switched on.
Information The total load of all sockets must not exceed
140 watts at 12 volts.
Do not damage the socket by using non-com‐
patible connectors.
Front center console
Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.
Remove the cover.
Rear center console
Remove the cover.
In the trunk
The socket is located on the right side in the
trunk.
USB interface
The concept Connection for USB devices with music files
and for importing data, such as for Personal
Profile settings.
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Overview
The socket is located between the front seats.Information Observe the following when connecting:
▷Do not use force when plugging the con‐
nector into the USB interface.▷Do not connect devices such as fans or
lights to the USB interface.▷Do not connect USB hard drives.▷Do not use the USB interface for recharg‐
ing external devices.
Cargo area
Cargo cover
Information WARNING
Loose objects in the car's interior can be
thrown into the car's interior while driving, e.g.
in the event of an accident or during braking
and evasive maneuvers. There is risk of inju‐
ries. Secure loose objects in the car's inte‐
rior.◀
General information The cargo cover is in two parts. This can be re‐
moved to load bulky luggage.
Removing
Rear cover1.Detach the retaining straps at the tailgate.2.Pry cover up a bit, arrow 1, and pull out of
the brackets toward the back, arrow 2.
Front cover
1.Push cover out of the bracket upward on
both sides, arrow 1.2.Pull cover out of the bracket toward the
rear on both sides, arrow 2.
Installing
Proceed in the reverse order to reinstall. The
cargo covers must snap audibly into place on
their respective holders.
Cargo floor panel
General information
The cargo floor panel can be removed to stow
unwieldy luggage.
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Storage compartmentsVehicle features and optionsThis chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Information WARNING
Loose objects in the car's interior can be
thrown into the car's interior while driving, e.g.
in the event of an accident or during braking
and evasive maneuvers. There is risk of inju‐
ries. Secure loose objects in the car's inte‐
rior.◀
CAUTION
Anti-slip pads such as anti-slip mats can
damage the dashboard. There is risk of prop‐
erty damage. Do not use anti-slip pads.◀
Storage compartments in thecar's interior
The following storage compartments are avail‐
able in the vehicle interior:▷Storage compartment up front in the cen‐
ter console, refer to page 160.▷Glove compartment on the front passenger
side, refer to page 160.▷Glove compartment on the driver's side,
refer to page 161.▷Compartments in the doors, refer to
page 161.▷Storage compartment in the center arm‐
rest, refer to page 161.▷Cupholders, refer to page 162.▷Storage compartment in the rear center
console, refer to page 162.▷Storage compartments in the trunk, refer
to page 163▷Additional storage compartments in the
vehicle's interior, refer to page 163
Storage compartment up
front in the center console
There is a storage compartment under the
cover.
Glove compartment
Front passenger side
Information WARNING
Folded open, the glove compartment
protrudes in the car's interior. Objects in the
glove compartment can be thrown into the
car's interior while driving, e.g. in the event of
an accident or during braking and evasive ma‐
neuvers. There is risk of injuries. Always close
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the glove compartment immediately after us‐
ing it.◀
Opening
Pull the handle.
The light in the glove compartment switches
on.
ClosingFold cover closed.
Driver's side
Information WARNING
Folded open, the glove compartment
protrudes in the car's interior. Objects in the
glove compartment can be thrown into the
car's interior while driving, e.g. in the event of
an accident or during braking and evasive ma‐
neuvers. There is risk of injuries. Always close
the glove compartment immediately after us‐
ing it.◀
Opening
Pull the handle.
ClosingFold cover closed.
Compartments in the doors WARNING
Breakable object, e.g. glass bottle, can
break in the event of an accident. Broken glass
can be scattered in the car's interior. There is
risk of injuries. Do not stow any breakable ob‐
jects in the car's interior.◀
Center armrest
Front
A storage compartment is located in the center
armrest between the front seats.
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Opening
Press button, arrow 1, and fold the center arm
rest up, arrow 2.
Adjusting
The center armrest can be adjusted in several
tilt settings.
RearThe rear center armrest contains a storage
compartment.
Opening
Pull the center armrest forward at the strap.
Pull the cover up.
Storage compartment in the
rear center console
A storage compartment is located in the center
armrest.
Cupholders
Information WARNING
Unsuitable containers in the cup holder
and hot beverages can damage the cup holder
and increase the risk of injuries in the event of
an accident. There is risk of injuries or risk of
property damage. Use light-weight, unbreaka‐
ble, and sealable containers. Do not transport
hot beverages. Do not force objects into the
cup holder.◀
Front
Two cupholders are located under the cover.
Rear In the center armrest.
Pull the center armrest forward at the strap.
To open: press the button.
To close: push both covers back in, one after
the other.
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CAUTION
With an open cup holder, the center arm‐
rest cannot be folded back up. There is risk of
property damage. Press back the covers be‐
fore the center armrest is folded up.◀
Additional storage
compartments in the
vehicle's interior
Storage compartment under the
driver's and front passenger seat
Storage compartment for small objects.
Net in the floor area of the front
passenger
Smaller objects can be stored in the net on the
left side of the passenger foot area.
Nets on the backrests of the front seats
The nets on the backrests of the front seats
can also be used to store small parts.
Storage compartments in the trunk
Side storage compartments, left and
right
Storage compartments are located on the left
and right sides.
Net for storage compartment
Smaller objects can be stored in the net of
right storage compartment.
Multi-function hook WARNING
Improper use of the multifunction hooks
can lead to a danger of objects flying about
during braking and evasive maneuvers. There
is risk of injuries and risk of property damage.
Only hang lightweight objects, e.g. shopping
bags, from the multifunction hooks. Only
transport heavy luggage in the trunk if it has
been appropriately secured.◀
A multi-function hook is located on each side
of the trunk.
Retaining strap A retaining strap is available on the left side
trim for fastening small objects.
Lashing eyes in the cargo area
To secure the cargo, refer to page 173, there
are four lashing eyes in the trunk.
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Load
The maximum load is the sum of the weight of
the occupants and the cargo.
The greater the weight of the occupants, the
less cargo that can be transported.
Stowing cargo
▷Cover sharp edges and corners on the
cargo.▷Heavy cargo: stow as far forward as possi‐
ble, directly behind and at the bottom of
the rear passenger seat backrests.▷Very heavy cargo: when the rear seat is not
occupied, secure each of the outer safety
belts in the opposite buckle.▷If necessary, fold down the backrests to
stow cargo.▷Do not stack cargo above the top edge of
the backrests.Securing cargo
Lashing eyes in the cargo area
To secure the cargo there are four lashing
eyes in the cargo area.
Securing cargo WARNING
Improperly stowed objects can shift and
be thrown into the car's interior, e.g. in the
event of an accident or during braking and eva‐
sive maneuvers. Vehicle occupants can be hit
and injured. There is risk of injuries. Stow and
secure objects and cargo properly.◀
▷Smaller and lighter items: secure with re‐
taining straps or draw straps.▷Larger and heavy objects: secure with
cargo straps.
Attach the cargo straps, retaining straps or
draw straps to the lashing eyes in the trunk.
Roof-mounted luggage rack Information
Installation only possible with roof rack.
Roof racks are available as special accessories.
Securing
Follow the installation instructions of the roof
rack.
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