BMW 5 Series: 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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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
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
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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The standard equipment of the G30 already includes the Active Protection
safety package.
The Active Protection safety package comprises the following 3 functionally
independent subsystems:
PreCrash
PostCrash
Alertness assistant
The Active Protection safety package increases the safety of the
The seat belt buckle switches are located in the seat belt buckles of the
driver and front passenger
seat. European version vehicles are additionally equipped with seat belt buckle
switches on the rear
seat bench.
The seat belt buckle switch detects whether the seat belt buckle tongue is in
the