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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2008M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWER AND GROUND DISTRIBUTIONAUXILIARY POWER OUTLETSERVICE AND REPAIRREMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING POWER SOCKET IN REAR STORAGE COMPARTMENT
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)
Removing and Installing/Replacing Power Socket In Rear Storage Compartment
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)SECTION Removing and Installing/Replacing Power Socket In Rear Storage Compartment
61 34 ... - Removing and installing/replacing power socket in rear storage compartment
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove rear insert (in storage compartment)
Carefully lever bulb holder (1) in direction of arrow off power socket (2).
Press power socket (2) out of trim (3).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.