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Cockpit ........................................................................................................ 36
iDrive ............................................................................................................ 40
Voice activation system ............................................................................ 49
General settings ......................................................................................... 52
Owner's Manual media ............................................................................. 64
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Cockpit
It also describes features 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 systems. When us‐
ing these functions and systems, the applicable
laws and regulations must be observed.
Vehicle features and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
In the vicinity of the steering wheel
1
2
3
4
Roller sunblind for rear windowꢀꢁ85
Power windowsꢀꢁ84
Active Blind Spot Detectionꢀꢁ167
Intelligent Safetyꢀꢁ155
Exterior mirror operationꢀꢁ96
Glove compartment on the driver's sideꢀꢁ219
Driver assistance systems
Lane departure warningꢀꢁ165
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Lights
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Front fog lightsꢀꢁ143
Light switchꢀꢁ139
Cruise control: resume speed
Active Cruise Control: reduce dis‐
tance
Lights off
Active Cruise Control: increase dis‐
tance
Daytime running lightsꢀꢁ141
Parking lightsꢀꢁ139
Cruise control rocker switch
8
9
Instrument clusterꢀꢁ121
Low beamsꢀꢁ139
Steering wheel buttons, right
Entertainment source, see Owner's
Manual for Navigation, Entertain‐
ment and Communicationꢀꢁ8
Automatic headlight controlꢀꢁ140
Adaptive light functionsꢀꢁ141
High-beam Assistantꢀꢁ142
Instrument lightingꢀꢁ143
Volume, see Owner's Manual for
Navigation, Entertainment and
Communicationꢀꢁ8
Voice activationꢀꢁ49
6
Steering column stalk, left
Telephone, see Owner's Manual
for Navigation, Entertainment and
Communicationꢀꢁ8
Turn signalꢀꢁ110
High beams, head‐
light flasherꢀꢁ110
Thumbwheel for selection listsꢀꢁ133
10 Steering column stalk, right
High-beam Assistantꢀꢁ142
Wiperꢀꢁ111
Canada: roadside parking
lightꢀꢁ140
Rain sensorꢀꢁ112
Onboard Computerꢀꢁ133
Clean the windshield and head‐
lightsꢀꢁ113
7
Steering wheel buttons, left
11
12
Start/stop the engine and switch
the ignition on/offꢀꢁ106
Cruise control on/off, inter‐
ruptꢀꢁ182
Auto Start/Stop functionꢀꢁ107
Active Cruise Control on/off, inter‐
ruptꢀꢁ176
Horn, entire surface
Cruise control: store speed
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13
Heated steering wheelꢀꢁ99
14 Adjust steering wheelꢀꢁ98
15 Unlock hoodꢀꢁ266
In the vicinity of the center console
1
2
3
Control Displayꢀꢁ40
Ventilationꢀꢁ206
9
PDC Park Distance Controlꢀꢁ185
Rearview cameraꢀꢁ188
Parking assistantꢀꢁ195
Surround Viewꢀꢁ188
Hazard warning systemꢀꢁ280
Central locking systemꢀꢁ74
Side Viewꢀꢁ191
4
5
Glove compartmentꢀꢁ218
10
Driving Dynamics Controlꢀꢁ172
Radio/CD/multimedia, see Owner's Manual
for Navigation, Entertainment and Communi‐
cationꢀꢁ8
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐
trolꢀꢁ170
6
7
8
Climate controlꢀꢁ200
Controller with buttonsꢀꢁ40
Parking brakeꢀꢁ110
11 Steptronic transmission selector leverꢀꢁ116
Manual transmission selector leverꢀꢁ115
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In the vicinity of the roofliner
1
2
3
Emergency Request, SOSꢀꢁ281
Glass sunroof, electricꢀꢁ85
4
5
Reading lightsꢀꢁ143
Interior lightsꢀꢁ143
Indicator light, front-seat passenger
airbagꢀꢁ148
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iDrive
Vehicle features and
options
Control elements
Overview
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features 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 systems. When us‐
ing these functions and systems, the applicable
laws and regulations must be observed.
1
2
Control Display, with touchscreen depending
on the equipment version
Concept
The iDrive combines the functions of many
switches. These functions can be operated via
the Controller and, depending on the equipment
version, the touchscreen.
Controller with buttons and, depending on
the equipment version, with touchpad
Control Display
General information
To clean the Control Display, follow the care in‐
structions, refer to page 290.
Safety information
WARNING
In the case of very high temperatures on the
Control Display, for instance due to intense solar
radiation, the brightness may be reduced down
to complete deactivation. Once the temperature
is reduced, for instance through shade or air con‐
ditioning, the normal functions are restored.
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 an accident.
Only use the systems or devices when the traf‐
fic situation allows. As warranted, stop and use
the systems and devices while the vehicle is
stationary.
Safety information
NOTE
Objects in the area in the front of the Control
Display can shift and damage the Control Dis‐
play. There is a risk of damage to property. Do
not place objects in the area in front of the
Control Display.
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Switching on/off automatically
The Control Display is switched on automatically
after unlocking.
In certain situations, the Control Display is
switched off automatically, for instance if no op‐
eration is performed on the vehicle for several
minutes.
Switching on/off manually
The Control Display can also be switched off
manually.
▷ Move in four directions.
1.
Press button.
2. "Turn off control display"
Press the Controller or any button on the Con‐
troller to switch it back on again.
Controller with navigation
system
Buttons on the Controller
General information
Button Function
The buttons can be used to open the menus di‐
rectly. The Controller can be used to select
menu items and enter the settings.
Press once: call up main menu.
Press twice: display all menu items of
the main menu.
Some iDrive functions can be operated using the
touchpad on the Controller, refer to page 45.
Open the Communication menu.
Operation
▷ Turn.
Open the Media/Radio menu.
Open destination input menu for navi‐
gation.
Open navigation map.
Press once: open the previous dis‐
play.
Press and hold: open the menus used
last.
▷ Press.
Open the Options menu.
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Buttons on the Controller
Controller without navigation
system
Button Function
General information
Press once: call up main menu.
The buttons can be used to open the menus di‐
rectly. The Controller can be used to select
menu items and enter the settings.
Press twice: display all menu items of
the main menu.
Open the Communication menu.
Operation
▷ Turn.
Open the Media/Radio menu.
Press once: open the previous dis‐
play.
Press and hold: open the menus used
last.
Open the Options menu.
▷ Press.
Operating with the
Controller
Opening the main menu
Press button.
▷ Move in two directions.
The main menu is displayed.
All iDrive functions can be called up via the main
menu.
Adapting the main menu
1.
Press the button twice.
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All menu items of the main menu are dis‐
played.
Opening recently used menus
The recently used menus can be displayed.
2. Select a menu item.
Press and hold this button.
3. To move the menu item to the desired posi‐
tion, tilt the Controller to the right or left.
Opening the Options menu
Selecting menu items
Highlighted menu items can be selected.
Press button.
1. Turn the Controller until the desired menu
item is highlighted.
The "Options" menu is displayed.
The Options menu consists of various areas:
▷ Screen settings, for instance "Split screen".
▷ Control options for the selected main menu,
for instance for "Media/Radio".
▷ If applicable, further operating options for the
selected menu, for instance "Save station".
Changing settings
1. Select a field.
2. Press the Controller.
2. Turn the Controller until the desired setting is
displayed.
Menu items in the Owner's
Manual
3. Press the Controller.
Activating/deactivating the
functions
Several menu items are preceded by a check‐
box. The checkbox indicates whether the func‐
tion is activated or deactivated. Selecting the
menu item activates or deactivates the function.
In the Owner's Manual, menu items that can be
selected are set in quotation marks, for instance
"iDrive settings".
Changing between displays
After a menu item is selected, for instance
"iDrive settings", a new display appears.
Function is activated.
▷ Move the Controller to the left.
Function is deactivated.
Closes the current display and shows the
previous display.
Entering letters and numbers
General information
▷
Press button.
The previous display opens.
Letters and numbers can be entered via the
Controller.
▷ Move the Controller to the right.
New display is opened.
The keyboard's display changes automatically.
A white arrow indicates that additional displays
can be called up.
Input
1. Turn the Controller: select letters or numbers.
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2.
: confirm entry.
The first entry of the selected letter is dis‐
played.
Symbol Function
Press the Controller: delete letters or
number.
Operating via touchscreen
Hold the Controller down: delete all
letters or numbers.
General information
The Control Display is equipped with a touch‐
screen.
Switching between upper/lower
case, numbers and characters
Touch screen with your fingers. Do not use any
objects.
Depending on the menu, you can switch be‐
tween entering upper and lower case, letters and
numbers.
Opening the main menu
Tap on symbol.
Symbol
Function
Enter the letters.
Enter the numbers.
or
Change between capital and
lower-case letters.
Entry comparison
When entering names and addresses, the choice
is narrowed down with every letter entered and
letters may be added automatically.
The main menu is displayed.
All iDrive functions can be called up via the main
menu.
Entries are continuously compared with data
stored in the vehicle.
Adapting the main menu
▷ Only those letters are offered during entry for
which data is available.
1.
Tap on symbol.
All menu items of the main menu are dis‐
played.
▷ Destination search: place names can be en‐
tered in all languages that are available in
iDrive.
2. Drag the menu item to the desired position
on the right or left.
Using alphabetical lists
For alphabetical lists with more than 30 entries,
the letters for which there is an entry are dis‐
played at the left edge.
Selecting menu items
Tap desired menu item.
1. Turn the Controller to the left or right quickly.
All letters for which there are entries are dis‐
played on the left edge.
2. Select the first letter of the desired entry.
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Entering letters and numbers
General information
Letters and numbers can be entered using the
Controller or the touchscreen.
The keyboard's display changes automatically.
Symbol Function
Tapping the symbol: delete the letter
or number.
Menu items in the Owner's
Manual
In the Owner's Manual, menu items that can be
selected are set in quotation marks, for instance
"iDrive settings".
Tapping and holding the symbol for
an extended period: delete all letters
or numbers.
Switching between upper/lower
case, numbers and characters
Changing between displays
After a menu item is selected, a new display
opens.
Symbol
Function
A white arrow indicates that additional displays
can be called up.
Enter the letters.
Enter the numbers.
▷ Swipe to the left.
▷ Tap on symbol.
New display is opened.
or
Change between capital and
lower-case letters.
Operating navigation map
The navigation map can be moved with the
touchscreen.
Changing settings
Settings such as volumes can be changed via
the touchscreen.
▷ Slide in the selected field to the right or left,
until the desired setting is displayed.
Function
Operation
Enlarge/shrink
map.
Drag in or out with the fin‐
gers.
▷
,
Tap on symbol.
Activating/deactivating the
functions
Several menu items are preceded by a check‐
box. The checkbox indicates whether the func‐
tion is activated or deactivated. Selecting the
menu item activates or deactivates the function.
Touchpad
General information
Some iDrive functions can be operated using the
touchpad on the Controller.
Function is activated.
Function is deactivated.
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Selecting functions
1. "My Vehicle"
Function
Operation
Move map.
Swipe in the appropriate di‐
rection.
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Touchpad"
Enlarge/shrink
map.
Drag in or out on the touch‐
pad with fingers.
4. Select desired setting:
▷ "Speller": enter letters and numbers.
▷ "Map": using the map.
Display menu.
Tap once.
▷ "Search fields": write letters without se‐
lecting the list field.
Split screen
▷ "Audio feedback": pronounces entered
letters and numbers.
General information
Additional information can be displayed in several
menus on the right side of the split screen, for in‐
stance information from the Onboard Computer.
Entering letters and numbers
Entering letters requires some practice at the be‐
ginning. When entering, pay attention to the fol‐
lowing:
In the divided screen view, the so-called split
screen, this information remains visible even
when switching to another menu.
▷ The system distinguishes between upper
and lower-case letters and numbers. To
make entries, it may be necessary to change
between upper and lower-case letters, num‐
bers and characters, refer to page 43.
Switching the split screen on/off
1.
Press button.
▷ Enter characters as they are displayed on the
Control Display.
2. "Split screen"
▷ Always enter associated characters, such as
accents or periods so that the letter can be
clearly recognized. The set language deter‐
mines what input is possible. Where neces‐
sary, enter special characters via the Control‐
ler.
Selecting the display
The display can be selected in menus, where the
split screen is supported.
1. Move the Controller to the right until the split
screen is selected.
▷ To delete a character, swipe to the left on the
touchpad.
2. Press the Controller.
3. Select the desired setting.
▷ To enter a blank space, swipe to the right in
the center of the touchpad.
Specifying the number of
displays
▷ To enter a hyphen, swipe to the right in the
upper area of the touchpad.
It is possible to specify the number of displays.
▷ To enter an underscore, swipe to the right in
the lower area of the touchpad.
1. Move the Controller to the right until the split
screen is selected.
2. Press the Controller.
3. "Personalize menu"
Using the map
The map in the navigation system can be moved
via the touchpad.
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4. Select the desired setting.
Entertainment
5. Move the Controller to the left.
Symbol
Meaning
CD/DVD player.
Status information
Music collection.
Bluetooth audio.
USB audio interface.
Online Entertainment.
WiFi.
General information
The status field can be found in the upper area of
the Control Display. Status information is dis‐
played in the form of symbols.
Status field symbols
Radio
Additional symbols
Symbol Meaning
Symbol Meaning
Check Control message.
HD Radio station is being received.
Satellite radio is switched on.
The sound output has been
switched off.
Encrypted connection not active.
Telephone
Request for the current vehicle posi‐
tion.
Symbol Meaning
Incoming or outgoing call.
Missed call.
Checking the current vehicle posi‐
tion.
Signal strength of cellular network.
Network search.
Programmable memory
buttons
Cellular network is not available.
The critical charge state of the mo‐
bile phone has been reached.
General information
The iDrive functions can be stored on the pro‐
grammable memory buttons and called up di‐
rectly, for instance radio stations, navigation des‐
tinations, phone numbers and menu entries.
Roaming is active.
SMS text message received.
Message received.
Reminder.
Settings are stored for the driver profile currently
used.
Sending not possible.
Contacts are loaded.
Storing a function
1. Select function via iDrive.
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2.
Press and hold the desired button
until a signal sounds.
Running a function
Press button.
The function will work immediately. This means,
for instance that the number is dialed when a
phone number is selected.
Displaying the key assignment
Touch buttons with finger. Do not wear gloves or
use objects.
The button assignment is displayed at the top
edge of screen.
Deleting the button assignments
1. Press buttons 1 and 8 simultaneously for ap‐
prox. 5 seconds.
2. "OK"
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Voice activation system
Vehicle features and
options
Requirements
Via the Control Display, set a language that is
also supported by the voice activation system so
that the spoken commands can be identified.
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features 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 systems. When us‐
ing these functions and systems, the applicable
laws and regulations must be observed.
To set the language, refer to page 52.
Using the voice activation
system
Activating the voice activation
system
Concept
1.
Press button on the steering wheel.
Most functions displayed on the Control Display
can be operated by voice commands via the
voice activation system. The system supports
you with announcements during input.
2. Wait for the signal.
3. Say the command.
This symbol in the instrument cluster indi‐
cates that the voice activation system is active.
General information
If no other commands are possible, operate the
function via iDrive.
▷ Functions that can only be used when the ve‐
hicle is stationary can only be operated via
the voice activation system to a limited ex‐
tent.
Terminating the voice activation
system
Press the button on the steering wheel
or ›Cancel‹.
▷ The system uses a special microphone on
the driver's side.
▷ ›...‹ in the Owner's Manual denotes verbal in‐
structions to use with the voice activation
system.
Using a smartphone via voice
activation
▷ Say the commands, numbers, and letters
smoothly and with normal volume, emphasis,
and speed.
A smartphone connected to the vehicle can be
used via voice activation.
Activate voice command response on the smart‐
phone for this purpose.
▷ Always say commands in the language of the
voice activation system.
1. Press and hold the
button on the
steering wheel for approx. 3 seconds.
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Voice command response is activated on the
smartphone.
Example: opening the tone
settings
2. Release the
button.
The commands of the menu items are spoken
just as they are selected via the Controller.
If activation is successful, a confirmation ap‐
pears on the Control Display.
1. Switch on the Entertainment sound output, if
needed.
If it was not possible to activate voice command
response, the list of Bluetooth devices appears
on the Control Display.
2.
Press button on the steering wheel.
3. ›Media and radio‹
4. ›Tone‹
Possible commands
General information
Most menu items on the Control Display can be
voiced as commands.
Settings
Setting the voice dialog
You can set the system to use standard dialog or
a short version.
Commands from other menus can also be spo‐
ken.
You may select list entries such as phone list en‐
tries via voice activation. Read these list entries
out loud exactly as they are shown in the respec‐
tive list.
The short version of the voice dialog plays back
short messages in abbreviated form.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
Displaying possible commands
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Language"
The following is displayed in the top area of the
Control Display:
▷ Some possible commands for the current
menu.
4. "Speech mode:"
5. Select the desired setting.
▷ Some possible commands from other me‐
nus.
Selecting the input language
For some languages, the input language can be
selected.
▷ Status of the voice recognition.
▷
Encrypted connection is not available.
Via iDrive:
Help on the voice activation
system
▷ To have information on the operating princi‐
ple of the voice activation system read out
loud: ›General information on voice control‹.
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Language"
4. "Voice control:"
5. Select the desired setting.
▷ To have help for the current menu read out
loud: ›Help‹.
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Activating voice recognition via
the server
The voice recognition feature via the server pro‐
vides a dictation function and a natural method of
entering destinations while improving the quality
of voice recognition. To use the functions, data is
transmitted to a service provider and locally
stored there.
Information on Emergency
Requests
Do not use the voice activation system to initiate
an Emergency Request. In stressful situations,
the voice and vocal pitch can change. This can
unnecessarily delay the establishment of a
phone connection.
Via iDrive:
Instead, use the SOS button, refer to page 281,
close to the interior mirror.
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Language"
Environmental conditions
4. "Server speech recognition"
▷ Keep the doors, windows, and glass sunroof
closed to prevent noise interference.
Speaking during voice output
▷ Avoid making other noise in the vehicle while
speaking.
It is possible to answer during inquiries of the
voice activation system. The function can be de‐
activated if inquiries are often undesirably inter‐
rupted, for instance due to background noise or
talking.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Language"
4. "Speaking during voice output"
Adjusting the volume
Turn the volume button during the spoken in‐
structions until the desired volume is set.
▷ The volume remains constant even if the vol‐
ume of other audio sources is changed.
▷ The volume is stored for the driver profile
currently used.
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General settings
4. "Time zone:"
Vehicle features and
options
5. Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐
rently used.
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features 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 systems. When us‐
ing these functions and systems, the applicable
laws and regulations must be observed.
Setting the time
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Date and time"
4. "Time:"
5. Turn the Controller until the desired hours are
displayed.
Language
6. Press the Controller.
Setting the language
Via iDrive:
7. Turn the Controller until the desired minutes
are displayed.
1. "My Vehicle"
8. Press the Controller.
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Language"
Setting the time format
Via iDrive:
4. "Language:"
5. Select the desired setting.
1. "My Vehicle"
The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐
rently used.
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Date and time"
4. "Time format:"
Setting the voice dialog
Voice dialog for the voice activation system, refer
to page 50.
5. Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐
rently used.
Time
Automatic time setting
Depending on your vehicle's optional features,
the time, date and, if needed, the time zone are
updated automatically.
Setting the time zone
Via iDrive:
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Date and time"
2. "iDrive settings"
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3. "Date and time"
3. "Units"
4. "Automatic time setting"
4. Select the desired menu item.
5. Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐
rently used.
The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐
rently used.
Date
Activating/deactivating the
display of the current
vehicle position
Setting the date
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Date and time"
4. "Date:"
Concept
If vehicle location has been activated, the current
vehicle position can be displayed in the BMW
Connected app or in the ConnectedDrive cus‐
tomer portal.
5. Turn the Controller until the desired day is
displayed.
6. Press the Controller.
Activating/deactivating
Via iDrive:
7. Make the settings for the month and year.
1. "My Vehicle"
Setting the date format
2. "Vehicle settings"
3. "Vehicle tracking"
4. "Vehicle tracking"
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Date and time"
4. "Date format:"
Activating/deactivating
popup windows
5. Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐
rently used.
For some functions, popup windows are dis‐
played automatically on the Control Display.
Some of these popup windows can be activated
or deactivated.
Setting the units of
measurement
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
You can set the units of measurement for some
values, for example, fuel consumption, distances
and temperature.
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Pop-ups"
4. Select the desired setting.
Via iDrive:
The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐
rently used.
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
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3. Select the desired menu and the desired
content.
Control Display
The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐
rently used.
Brightness
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Displays"
Messages
Concept
The menu centrally displays all messages arriv‐
ing in the vehicle in list form.
4. "Control display"
5. "Brightness"
6. Turn the Controller until the desired bright‐
ness is set.
General information
The following messages can be displayed:
▷ Traffic messages.
7. Press the Controller.
The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐
rently used.
▷ Check Control messages.
Depending on the light conditions, the bright‐
ness settings may not be clearly visible.
▷ Communication messages, for example e-
mails, SMS text messages or reminders.
▷ Service requirements messages.
Screensaver
If no settings are made via iDrive, a screensaver
will be displayed after an adjustable time.
Messages are additionally displayed in the status
field.
Via iDrive:
Retrieving messages
1. "My Vehicle"
Via iDrive:
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Displays"
1. "Notifications"
2. Select the desired message.
4. "Control display"
5. "Screensaver"
6. Select the desired setting.
The respective menu is opened, where the mes‐
sage is displayed.
Deleting messages
All messages, except Check Control messages,
can be deleted from the list. Check Control mes‐
sages are displayed as long as they are relevant.
The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐
rently used.
Selecting the contents of the
main menu
Via iDrive:
For some menu items of the main menu, the dis‐
played contents can be selected.
1. "Notifications"
2. Select the desired message.
1.
Press button.
3.
Press button.
2. "Contents of main menu"
4. "Delete this notification" or "Delete all
notifications"
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Settings
The following settings can be adjusted:
Deleting personal data in the
vehicle
▷ Select the applications, from which mes‐
sages will be permitted.
Concept
Depending on the usage, the vehicle stores per‐
sonal data, such as stored radio stations. This
personal data can be permanently deleted using
iDrive.
▷ Sort the messages according to date or prior‐
ity.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
General information
Depending on the equipment package, the fol‐
lowing data can be deleted:
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Notifications"
4. Select the desired setting.
▷ Driver profile settings.
▷ Stored radio stations.
Data protection
▷ Stored programmable memory buttons.
▷ Travel and Onboard Computer information.
▷ Music collection.
Data transfer
▷ Navigation, for instance stored destinations.
▷ Phone book.
Concept
The vehicle offers different functions, whose use
requires a data transfer to BMW or a service pro‐
vider. The data transfer can be deactivated for
some functions.
▷ Online data, for instance Favorites, cookies.
▷ Office data, for instance voice notes.
▷ Login accounts.
Altogether, the deletion of the data can take up
to 15 minutes.
General information
With data transfer deactivated, the respective
function cannot be used.
Functional requirement
Data can only be deleted while stationary.
Only make these settings while stationary.
Activating/deactivating the data
transfer
Follow the instructions on the Control Display.
Deleting data
Heed and follow the instructions on the Control
Display.
Via iDrive:
Via iDrive:
1. Switch on the ignition.
2. "My Vehicle"
1. Switch on the ignition.
2. "My Vehicle"
3. "iDrive settings"
3. "iDrive settings"
4. "Data privacy"
4. "Data privacy"
5. Select the desired setting.
5. "Delete personal data"
6. "Delete personal data"
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7. "OK"
8. Exit and lock the vehicle.
Function
Connec‐
tion type
After 15 minutes, the deletion process is com‐
pleted.
USB storage device:
USB.
Exporting and importing driver
profiles.
If not all of the data was deleted, repeat the dele‐
tion.
Performing software updates.
Exporting and importing stored
trips.
Canceling deletion
Start the engine to cancel deletion of the data.
Playing music.
Playing videos from the smart‐
phone or the USB storage de‐
vice.
USB.
Connections
Concept
Using the vehicle Internet ac‐
cess.
Internet hot‐
spot.
Various connection types are available for using
mobile devices in the vehicle. The connection
type to select depends on the mobile device and
the desired function.
Use Apple Carplay apps via
iDrive and voice operation.
Bluetooth
and WiFi.
The following connection types require one-time
pairing with the vehicle:
General information
The following overview shows possible functions
and the suitable connection types for them. The
scope of functions depends on the mobile de‐
vice.
▷ Bluetooth.
▷ Internet hotspot.
▷ Apple CarPlay.
Function
Connec‐
tion type
Paired devices are automatically recognized later
on and connected to the vehicle.
Making calls via the hands-free
system.
Bluetooth.
Safety information
Using phone functions via iDrive.
WARNING
Using the smartphone Office
functions.
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 an accident.
Only use the systems or devices when the traf‐
fic situation allows. As warranted, stop and use
the systems and devices while the vehicle is
stationary.
Playing music from the smart‐
phone or the audio player.
Bluetooth or
USB.
Using compatible apps via
iDrive.
Bluetooth or
USB.
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Switching on Bluetooth
Via iDrive:
Compatible devices
General information
Information on mobile devices compatible with
bluetooth.
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Settings"
Malfunctions may occur with devices not listed
or deviating software versions.
5. "Bluetooth®"
Displaying the vehicle identification
number and software part number
Activating/deactivating telephone
functions
When looking for compatible devices, you may
have to state the vehicle identification number
and the software part number. These numbers
can be displayed in the vehicle.
To use all supported functions of a mobile
phone, the following functions must be activated
prior to pairing.
Via iDrive:
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Settings"
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Settings"
5. Select desired setting:
▷ "Office"
5. "Bluetooth® info"
6. "System information"
Activate function to transmit short mes‐
sages, e-mails, calendars, tasks, notes,
and reminders to the vehicle. Costs can
be incurred by transmitting all data to the
vehicle.
A software update, refer to page 62, can be
performed, if needed.
Bluetooth connection
Functional requirements
▷ Compatible device, refer to page 57, with
Bluetooth interface.
▷ "Contact images"
Activate function to show the contact pic‐
tures.
6. Move the Controller to the left.
▷ The remote control is in the vehicle.
▷ The device is ready for operation.
Pairing the mobile device with the
vehicle
Via iDrive:
▷ Bluetooth is activated on the device and in
the vehicle, refer to page 57.
▷ Bluetooth presettings, such as visibility, may
be required on the device; refer to the own‐
er's manual of the device.
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Connect new device"
5. Select the functions for which the device will
be used:
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▷
▷
▷
▷
"Telephone"
"Bluetooth® audio"
"Apps"
▷ The mobile phone is in power-save mode or
has only a limited remaining battery life.
Charge mobile phone.
Why does the mobile phone no longer react?
"Apple CarPlay"
▷ The applications on the mobile phone do not
function anymore.
The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is dis‐
played on the Control Display.
Switch the mobile phone off and on again.
6. Search for Bluetooth devices in the vicinity of
the mobile device.
▷ Too high or too low ambient temperatures for
mobile phone operation.
The Bluetooth name of the vehicle appears
on the mobile device display.
Do not subject the mobile phone to extreme
ambient temperatures.
Select the Bluetooth name of the vehicle.
Why can phone functions not be used via iDrive?
7. Depending on the mobile device, a control
number is displayed or the control number
must be entered.
▷ The mobile phone may not be properly con‐
figured, for instance as Bluetooth audio de‐
vice.
▷ Compare the control number displayed
on the Control Display with the control
number on the display of the device.
Connect the mobile phone with the tele‐
phone or additional phone function.
Confirm the control number on the device
and on the Control Display.
Why are no or not all phone book entries dis‐
played or why are they incomplete?
▷ Enter and confirm the same control num‐
ber on the device and via iDrive.
▷ Transmission of the phone book entries is
not yet complete.
The device is connected and displayed in the
device list, refer to page 61.
▷ It is possible that only the phone book entries
of the mobile phone or the SIM card are
transmitted.
If connection was not successful: Frequently
Asked Questions, refer to page 58.
▷ It may not be possible to display phone book
entries with special characters.
Frequently asked questions
▷ It may not be possible to transmit contacts
from social networks.
All requirements are met and all required steps
were completed in the specified order. Despite
that, the mobile device does not function as ex‐
pected.
▷ The number of phone book entries to be
stored is too high.
▷ Data volume of the contact too large, for in‐
stance due to stored information such as
notes.
In this case, the following explanations can help:
Why could the mobile phone not be paired or
connected?
Reduce the data volume of the contact.
▷ There are too many Bluetooth devices con‐
nected to the mobile phone or vehicle.
▷ A mobile phone can only be connected as
audio source or as telephone.
In the vehicle, delete Bluetooth connections
with other devices.
Configure the mobile phone and connect it
with the telephone or additional phone func‐
tion.
Delete all known Bluetooth connections from
the device list on the mobile phone and start
a new device search.
How can the phone connection quality be im‐
proved?
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▷ The strength of the Bluetooth signal on the
mobile phone can be adjusted, depending on
the mobile phone.
▷ Protect the USB storage device against me‐
chanical damage.
▷ Due to the large number of USB media avail‐
able on the market, it cannot be guaranteed
that every device is operable on the vehicle.
▷ Insert the mobile phone into the snap-in
adapter or place it in the area of the center
console.
▷ Do not expose USB media to extreme envi‐
ronmental conditions, such as very high tem‐
peratures; refer to the owner's manual of the
device.
▷ Insert mobile phone into the wireless charg‐
ing tray.
▷ Adjust the volume of the microphone and
loudspeakers separately.
▷ Due to the many different compression tech‐
niques, proper playback of the media stored
on the USB storage device cannot be guar‐
anteed in all cases.
If all points in this list have been checked and the
required function is still not available, contact the
hotline, a dealer’s service center or another quali‐
fied service center or repair shop.
▷ A connected USB storage device will be sup‐
plied with charging current via the USB inter‐
face if the device supports this.
USB connection
▷ To ensure proper transmission of the stored
data, do not charge a USB storage device via
the onboard socket, when it is connected to
the USB interface.
General information
Mobile devices with a USB port are connected to
the USB interface.
▷ Depending on how the USB storage device is
being used, settings may be required on the
USB storage device, refer to the owner's
manual of the device.
▷ Mobile phones.
The snap-in adapter features a separate USB
port that is automatically connected when a
compatible mobile phone is inserted.
Not compatible USB media:
▷ USB hard drives.
▷ USB hubs.
▷ Audio devices with USB port, for instance
MP3 player.
▷ USB storage devices.
▷ USB memory card readers with multiple in‐
serts.
Common file systems are supported. FAT32
and exFAT are the recommended formats.
▷ HFS-formatted USB media.
▷ Devices such as fans or lamps.
The following applications are possible:
▷ Exporting and importing driver profiles, refer
to page 79.
Functional requirement
Compatible device, refer to page 57, with USB
interface.
▷ Playing music files via USB audio.
▷ Playing videos via USB video.
▷ Loading of software updates, refer to
page 62.
Connecting the device
Follow the following when connecting:
Connect the USB storage device using a suitable
adapter cable to a USB interface, refer to
page 215.
▷ Do not use force when plugging the connec‐
tor into the USB interface.
▷ Use a flexible adapter cable.
The USB storage device is displayed in the de‐
vice list, refer to page 61.
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With the first Internet usage via the Internet hot‐
spot, data volume must be purchased from a
service provider.
Internet connection
General information
Up to 8 devices can be connected with the Inter‐
net hotspot.
All devices connected via the Internet hotspot
use this data volume.
If necessary, data volume can be purchased from
the ConnectedDrive Store.
Functional requirements
▷ Compatible device, refer to page 57, with
WiFi interface.
Settings
The network name and hotspot code can be
changed. In addition, the network name can be
hidden so that it cannot be found by other devi‐
ces.
▷ ConnectedDrive contract.
▷ Data contract with a service provider.
▷ WiFi activated on the device.
▷ Internet hotspot activated in the vehicle.
▷ The ignition is switched on.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
Activating the Internet hotspot
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
4.
5.
Press button.
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Settings"
▷ "Change hotspot key"
Enter the desired hotspot code.
▷ "Change hotspot name"
Enter the desired network name.
▷ "Hide hotspot"
5. "Internet hotspot"
Connecting device with Internet
hotspot
Via iDrive:
Activate or deactivate the function.
6. Confirm the entry of the hotspot code or net‐
work name:
1. "My Vehicle"
Select the symbol.
Apple CarPlay preparation
Concept
CarPlay allows certain functions of a compatible
Apple iPhone to be used via Siri voice operation
and iDrive.
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Connect new device"
5.
"Internet hotspot"
Hotspot name and hotspot code are dis‐
played on the Control Display.
6. Search for WiFi networks on the device. Se‐
lect network name on the device.
Functional requirements
7. Enter hotspot code on the device and con‐
nect.
▷ Compatible iPhone, refer to page 57.
iPhone 5 or later with iOS 7.1 or later.
▷ Corresponding mobile wireless contract.
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▷ Bluetooth, WiFi, and Siri voice operation are
switched on on the iPhone.
▷ Pair the iPhone as a new device.
If the steps listed have been carried out and the
required function is still not available: contact the
hotline, a dealer’s service center or another quali‐
fied service center or repair shop.
Switching on Bluetooth and CarPlay
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
Managing mobile devices
General information
▷ After one-time pairing, the devices are auto‐
matically recognized and reconnected when
the ignition is switched on.
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Settings"
5. Select the following settings:
▷ "Bluetooth®"
▷ The data stored on the SIM card or in the
mobile phone are transferred to the vehicle
after recognition.
▷ "Apple CarPlay"
Pairing iPhone with CarPlay
Pair iPhone via Bluetooth with the vehicle, refer
to page 57.
▷ For some devices, certain settings may be
necessary, for instance authorization, see
owner's manual of the device.
Select CarPlay as the function:
"Apple CarPlay"
Displaying the device list
The iPhone is connected to the vehicle and dis‐
played in the device list, refer to page 61.
All devices paired or connected with the vehicle
are displayed in the device list.
Via iDrive:
Operation
1. "My Vehicle"
For more information, see the Integrated Own‐
er's Manual, Online Owner's Manual, BMW Driv‐
er's Guide app or the Owner's Manual for Navi‐
gation, Entertainment, and Communication.
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
A symbol indicates, for which function a device is
used.
Frequently asked questions
Symbol
Function
All requirements are met and all required steps
were completed in the specified order. Despite
that, the mobile device does not function as ex‐
pected.
"Telephone"
"Additional telephone"
"Bluetooth® audio"
"Apps"
In this case, the following explanations can help:
The iPhone has already been paired with Apple
CarPlay. When a new connection is established,
CarPlay can no longer be selected.
"Internet hotspot"
"Apple CarPlay"
▷ Delete the iPhone concerned from the device
list.
▷ On the iPhone, delete the vehicle concerned
from the list of stored vehicles under Blue‐
tooth and under WiFi.
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Configuring the device
Deleting the device
Functions can be activated or deactivated for
paired and connected devices.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
Via iDrive:
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. Select device.
5. "Delete device"
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. Select the desired device.
5. Select the desired setting.
The device is disconnected and removed from
the device list.
If a function is assigned to a device, the function
will be deactivated where appropriate for a de‐
vice that is already connected and the device will
be disconnected.
Swapping the telephone and
additional phone
If two mobile phones are connected to the vehi‐
cle, the functions of the phone and additional
phone can be switched.
Disconnecting the device
The connection of the device to the vehicle is
disconnected.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
The device remains paired and can be con‐
nected again, refer to page 62.
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. "Settings"
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
5. "Swap telephone/additional tel."
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. Select device.
Software update
General information
5. "Disconnect device"
The vehicle supports a large number of mobile
devices, for instance mobile phones and MP3
players. Software updates are available for many
of the supported devices. The vehicle is main‐
tained up-to-date via regular vehicle software up‐
dates.
Connecting the device
A disconnected device can be reconnected.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
Updates and related current information is availa‐
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Mobile devices"
4. Select device.
5. "Connect device"
Displaying the installed software
version
The functions that were assigned to the device
before disconnecting are assigned to the device
when it is reconnected. If the device is already
connected, these functions are deactivated.
The software version installed in the vehicle is
displayed.
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5.
Via iDrive:
▷ "Previous version"
The previous software version is restored.
▷ "Default software settings"
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Software update"
4. "Show current version"
The first software version is restored.
6. "Remove software"
7. "OK"
If an update has been carried out before, select
the desired version to display additional informa‐
tion.
8. Wait for restore.
9. Confirm system restart.
Updating software via USB
The software may only be updated when the ve‐
hicle is stationary.
Via iDrive:
1. Store the file for the software update in the
main directory of a USB flash drive.
2. Connect the USB storage device to a USB
interface, refer to page 215.
3. "My Vehicle"
4. "iDrive settings"
5. "Software update"
6. "Update software"
7. "USB"
8. "Install software"
9. "OK"
10.Wait for the update to complete.
11.Confirm system restart.
Restoring the software version
The software version before the last software
update and the version before the first software
update can be restored.
The software may only be restored when the ve‐
hicle is stationary.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "iDrive settings"
3. "Software update"
4. "Restore software"
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Owner's Manual media
Supplementary Owner's Manuals
Also follow the instructions of the Supplementary
Owner's Manuals, which are included in addition
to the onboard literature.
Vehicle features and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features 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 systems. When us‐
ing these functions and systems, the applicable
laws and regulations must be observed.
Integrated Owner's Manual
in the vehicle
Concept
The Integrated Owner's Manual specifically de‐
scribes features and functions found in the vehi‐
cle. The Integrated Owner's Manual can be dis‐
played on the Control Display.
General information
You can use various media formats to call up the
content in the Owner's Manual. The following
Owner's Manual media formats are available:
Selecting the Owner's Manual
1.
Press button.
▷ Printed Owner's Manual, refer to page 64.
2. "My Vehicle"
▷ Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle, re‐
fer to page 64.
3. "Owner's Manual"
4. Select the required method of accessing the
contents.
▷ BMW Driver’s Guide app, refer to page 65.
▷ Online Owner's Manual, refer to page 66.
There are different features, refer to page 67,
in each of the different media formats.
Scrolling through the owner's
manual
Turn the Controller, until the next or previous
contents are displayed.
Printed Owner's Manual
Context help
Concept
The printed Owner's Manual describes all stand‐
ard, country-specific, and optional features of‐
fered with the series.
General information
The section of the Owner's Manual relating to
the function that is currently selected can be dis‐
played directly.
General information
The Owner's Manual for Navigation, Entertain‐
ment, and Communication can be obtained as
printed book from the service center.
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Opening via iDrive
Storing
Change directly to the Options menu from the
function on the Control Display:
1. Select the desired entry point via iDrive:
▷ "Quick reference"
▷ "Search by pictures"
▷ "Keyword search"
1.
Press button.
2. "Owner's Manual"
▷ "Animations"
Opening when a Check Control
message is displayed
2.
Press desired programmable mem‐
ory button and hold for more than 2 seconds.
Directly from the Check Control message on the
Control Display:
Executing
"Owner's Manual"
Press the corresponding button.
The owner's manual is directly dis‐
played at the selected entry point.
Changing between a function and
the Owner's Manual
To switch from a function, for instance radio, to
the Owner's Manual on the Control Display and
to alternate between the two displays:
BMW Driver's Guide app
Concept
1.
Press button.
The BMW Driver's Guide app specifically de‐
scribes features and functions found in the vehi‐
cle.
2. "Owner's Manual"
3. Select the desired page in the Owner's
Manual.
The app can be displayed on smartphones and
tablets.
4.
5.
Press button again to return to last dis‐
played function.
General information
The Owner's Manual is available in many coun‐
tries as an app. Additional information on the In‐
ternet:
Press button to return to the page of
the Owner's Manual displayed last.
To alternate continuously between the last dis‐
played function and the last displayed page of
the Owner's Manual, repeat steps 4 & 5. Opens
a new display every time.
Entering the vehicle identification number filters
the contents.
Programmable memory buttons
General information
The jumps into the Owner's Manual can be
stored on the programmable memory buttons,
refer to page 47, and called up directly.
Vehicles
It is possible to store Owner's Manuals for vari‐
ous vehicles in the app.
It is also possible to test the app using a demon‐
stration vehicle.
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Additional information on availability, refer to
page 67.
Operating systems and language
The app is available for the iOS and Android op‐
erating systems.
Quick Reference Guide
The Owner's Manual is downloaded in the lan‐
guage of the device.
The Quick Reference Guide provides information
on how to operate the vehicle, how to use basic
vehicle functions and what to do in case of a
breakdown.
Online Owner's Manual
Search by illustrations
Based on illustrations, image search provides in‐
formation and descriptions. This is helpful when
the terminology for a feature is not at hand.
Concept
The Online Owner's Manual specifically de‐
scribes features and functions found in the vehi‐
cle.
The Online Owner's Manual can be displayed in
any of today's browsers.
Frequently asked questions
This chapter provides answers to frequently
asked questions about your vehicle and helpful
links to additional information.
General information
The Online Owner's Manual is available in many
countries. An account on the customer portal
may be required.
Quick links
The chapter on quick links explains the most im‐
portant information and operating instructions on
the basis of various situations.
Entering the vehicle identification number filters
the contents.
Vehicles
It is possible to store several individual Owner's
Manuals for various vehicles.
Videos
The videos explain the main functions of the sys‐
tems.
Language
The language is based on whichever language is
set in the operating system.
Smart Scan
You can use Smart Scan to scan various symbols
in the vehicle. After a brief explanation of the
symbol in question appears, it is then possible to
display the chapter directly.
Printing
You can use the print function for automatically
formatting and printing out individual chapters.
Smart Scan is only available for the iOS operat‐
ing system.
Keyword search
You can use keywords to search for information
and descriptions in the media.
Media components
General information
The following components are not available to
the same extent in all media formats.
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Key features
Printed
Integrated APP
Online
All equipment included.
Equipment included in vehicle.
Quick Reference Guide.
Search by illustrations.
Frequently asked questions.
Quick links.
X
—
X
—
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
—
X
—
X
X
X
—
—
—
—
—
X
X
X
—
—
X
X
X
Videos.
X
Smart Scan.
—
X
—
X
Keyword search.
X: included.
—: not included.
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