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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 Entering a destination via address

General information Enter at least the country and the town/city for the address. Destination guidance is started to the town/city center if no street is entered. Selecting the state/province 1. Press the button on the Controller. 2. "Classic input". 3. "State/Province". 4. Select the country

 Climate control

Interior air quality The air quality in the vehicle is improved by the following components: Emission tested passenger compartment. Microfilter. Air conditioning system to control the temperature, air flow and recirculated-air mode. Depending on the equipment specification: Microfilter/activ

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