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BMW iDrive
Vehicle equipment and
options
This chapter describes model-specific equip-
ment, systems and functions that are available
now and will be available in the future, even if
they are not available in the owned vehicle.
Additional information:
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 7.
Display and operating
concept
Principle
BMW iDrive is the vehicle's display and operat-
ing concept and includes a wide range of func-
tions.
General information
Depending on vehicle equipment, the functions
can be operated as follows:
▷
Via the Control Display.
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Via the Controller.
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Via the touchpad.
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Via the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant.
▷
Via the operating elements on the steering
wheel.
Instrument cluster, refer to page 135.
Safety information
Warning
Operating the integrated information systems
and communication devices while driving can
distract from surrounding traffic. It is possible
to lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of
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accident. Only use the systems or devices
when the traffic situation allows. As war-
ranted, stop and use the systems and devi-
ces while the vehicle is stationary.
Main menu
Overview
Menu
Access to apps and vehicle functions. A fil-
ter for "All apps" and "Vehicle apps" can be se-
lected. In the area "All apps", all apps and
functions are displayed. In the area "Vehicle
apps", only functions for vehicle settings are fil-
tered. The last selected filter is stored. If nec-
essary, change to the area "All apps" to dis-
play all apps and functions.
Media
Access to functions of the entertainment
system, e.g., radio stations or connection with
external devices.
Telephone
Access to the telephone and message
function as well as the connection and man-
agement of mobile devices such as smart-
phones.
CONTROLS
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