Idrive - BMW 4 Coupe Series Manual

CONTROLS

iDrive

Vehicle features and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features and functions that are
not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due
to the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. When using these functions and systems,
the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐
served.
Operating concept
Principle
iDrive is the operating concept of the infotain‐
ment system and includes a large number of
functions.
General information
These functions can be operated as follows:
▷ Via the Controller.
▷ Via the touchscreen.
▷ Via the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant.
▷ Depending on the equipment: with the ges‐
ture control.
Safety information
Warning
Operating the integrated information systems
and communication devices while driving can
distract from traffic. It is possible to lose control
of the vehicle. There is a risk of accident. Only
use the systems or devices when the traffic sit‐
uation allows. As warranted, stop and use the
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systems and devices while the vehicle is sta‐
tionary.
Input and display
Main menu
General information
The main menu is divided into two areas. The
left area contains menu items that can be used
to call up all the iDrive functions. The right area
contains widgets that provide quick access to
certain functions.
Media/Radio
All functions of the entertainment system,
e.g., radio stations or connection with external
devices.
Communication
Phone and message functions, e-mail and
calendar, and also the connection and manage‐
ment of mobile devices, such as smartphones.
Navigation
Access to the navigation system, destination
input and traffic bulletins. Configurable map
views and other functions, such as points of in‐
terest and areas to be avoided.