BMW 5 Series: iDrive
BMW 5 Series 2016-2026 Owners Manual / iDrive
Concept
The iDrive combines the functions of many switches. These functions can be operated via the Controller.
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 situation allows. As warranted, stop and use the systems and devices while the vehicle is stationary.
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Input and display
Letters and numbers
Letters and numbers can be entered using the
Controller or the touchscreen. The keyboard's
display changes automatically.
Change between capital and
lower-case letters.
Insert bla
Control elements
Overview
Control Display, with touchscreen depending
on the equipment version
Controller with buttons and, depending on
the equipment version, with touchpad
Control Display
General information
Operating via the
Controller
Opening the main menu
Press the button.
The main menu is displayed.
All iDrive functions can be called up via the main
menu.
Adjusting the main menu
1. Press the button twice.
All menu items of th
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Stratification
On the G30 the stratification for the driver/front passenger is not adjusted
in the usual manner by the
knurled wheels on the front dash panel. Instead, there is a menu button located
in the center of the
IHKA control panel. Pressing this button opens the IHKA menu in the CID. Once
the menu is di
Start/Stop button
Concept
Pressing the Start/Stop button
switches drive-ready state on or off.
Steptronic transmission: the
drive-ready state is switched on
when you depress the brake pedal while pressing
the Start/Stop button.
Pressing the Start/Stop button again switches
drive-ready state back off and standby st
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