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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Ethernet
On the G30 the 2-wire OABR Ethernet (OPEN Alliance BroadR-Reach) from the G12
is used.
The Ethernet variant with 5 lines (4 data lines and 1 activation line) is still
used on the G30 by the
OBD2 interface to the Body Domain Controller.
Use of 2-wire OABR Ethernet on the G30
The following control
Safety information
Warning
Loose objects or devices with a cable connection
to the vehicle, for instance mobile phones,
can be thrown into the car's interior while driving,
for instance in the event of an accident or
during braking and evasive maneuvers. There is
a risk of injury. Secure loose objects or devices
with
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