Idrive - BMW 2006 7 Series Owner's Manual

iDrive

iDrive combines the functions of a multitude of
switches. This allows these functions to be
operated from a central position. The following
introduction illustrates how easy iDrive is to
Controls
1 Control Display
2 Programmable button
3 button
Opening start menu
4 Controller
With the controller you can select menu
items and make settings:
> move in four directions, arrows 5
> turn, arrow 6
> press, arrow 7
To avoid becoming distracted and posing
an unnecessary hazard, both to your own
vehicle's occupants and to other road users:
never attempt to use the controls or make
entries unless traffic and road conditions
allow.<
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use. The control of individual functions is
described in connection with the relevant
equipment.
Switching Control Display off/on
1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Press the controller.
Press the controller again to switch the screen
back on.