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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 Displays

Various representations in the CID are possible depending on the vehicle equipment. The respective peripheral region in the PDC view flashes red if vehicles are detected by the sensors. G30 Cross Traffic Alert in the PDC view In vehicles with the Parking Assistant Plus, optional equipment (OE 5D

 Concept, General information, Safety information

Concept The system monitors tire inflation pressure in the four mounted tires. The system warns you if there is a loss of pressure in one or more tires. General information Sensors in the tire valves measure the tire inflation pressure and tire temperature. Using the tire settings in iDrive, the sy

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