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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Temperature
Concept
The automatic climate control achieves the set
temperature as quickly as possible, if needed, by
using the maximum cooling or heating capacity,
and then keeps it constant.
Adjusting
Turn the wheel to set the
desired
temperature.
Do not rapidly switch between different
temperature settings
Operating temperature
The positions of the rotary valve at engine operating temperature are shown
by area C of the circuit
diagram.
Operating temperature, Bx8TU engine
The graphic shows control with the engine at operating temperature. The
position of the rotary valve
means that the cross-sections of the respective c
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