BMW 5 Series Owners & Service Manuals

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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 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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 Route

Concept During destination guidance, more detailed information about the current route can be displayed and the route can be adjusted. General information Depending on the equipment, different views of the route are available during destination guidance: List of route sections. Map view. Destina

 Introduction, Headunit

Introduction New features in the G30 The G30 builds on the technology of the G12. This product information manual describes the new features or changes compared to the G12. The following table shows the new features and changes in the G30 compared to the G12: Headunit Introduction In the G30, on

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