Idrive - BMW 525i Owner's Manual

iDrive

iDrive combines the functions of a large number
of switches. This allows these functions to be
operated from a central position. The following
section provides an introduction to basic menu
Controls
1 Control Display
2 button
Opening start menu
3 Controller
With the controller you can select menu
items and make settings:
> move in four directions, arrow 4
> turn, arrow 5
> press, arrow 6
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navigation. The control of the individual func-
tions is described in connection with the rele-
vant equipment.
To avoid posing an unnecessary hazard
due to inattention, both to your own vehi-
cle's occupants and to other road users: never
attempt to use the controls or make entries
unless traffic and road conditions allow.<