BMW 5 Series: Adjusting
Setting the language
The language to be used for voice activation and system announcements can be set.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle".
2. "iDrive settings".
3. If necessary, "Language".
4. "Language:".
5. Select the desired language.
Setting the voice dialog
You can set the system to use standard dialog or a short version.
The short version of the voice dialog plays back short messages in abbreviated form.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle".
2. "iDrive settings".
3. "Language".
4. "Speech mode:".
5. Select the desired setting.
Speaking during voice output
It is possible to answer during inquiries of the voice activation system. The function can be deactivated if inquiries are often undesirably interrupted, for instance due to background noise or talking.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle".
2. "iDrive settings".
3. "Language".
4. "Speaking during voice output".
Online speech processing
Online speech processing provides a dictation function, a natural method of entering destinations and improves the quality of voice recognition.
To use the functions, data is transmitted to a service provider via an encrypted connection and stored locally there.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle".
2. "iDrive settings".
3. "Language".
4. "Server speech recognition".
Adjusting the volume
Turn the volume button during the spoken instructions until the desired volume is set.
- The volume remains constant even if the volume of other audio sources is changed.
- The volume is stored for the driver profile currently used.
System limits
- Certain noises can be detected and may lead to problems. Keep the doors, windows, and glass sunroof closed.
- Noises from the front passenger or the rear seat bench can impair the system. Avoid making other noise in the vehicle while speaking.
- Major language dialects can cause problems with the voice recognition feature. Speak loud and clear.
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Using the voice activation
system of the smartphone
A smartphone connected to the vehicle can be
used via voice activation.
Activate voice command response on the smartphone
for this purpose.
1. Press and hold the button on the
steering wheel for appr
Language
Setting the language
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle".
2. "iDrive settings".
3. If necessary, "Language".
4. "Language:".
5. Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile cu
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Steering wheel
Safety information
Warning
Steering wheel adjustments while driving can
lead to unexpected steering wheel movements.
Vehicle control could be lost. There is a risk of
accident. Adjustng the steering wheel while the
vehicle is stationary only.
Electric steering wheel
adjustment
General information
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DSC Dynamic Stability
Control
Concept
Within the physical limits, the system helps to
keep the vehicle on a steady course by reducing
engine speed and by braking the individual
wheels.
General information
DSC detects the following unstable driving conditions,
for instance:
Fishtailing, which can lead to oversteering.
Loss of
