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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 Rear Seat Entertainment

Overview The rear seat entertainment in the G30 is available as optional equipment (OE 6FH). The rear seat entertainment corresponds to that of the G12, with the difference that the G30 does not include the BMW Touch Command for controlling the rear seat entertainment. The rear seat entertainmen

 BMW Touch Command

General information As an alternative to the touch screen, rear entertainment can also be operated with BMW Touch Command. For further information, see BMW Touch Command in the Owner's Manual for the vehicle. Operation via BMW Touch Command BMW Touch Command can be connected to the left or right sc

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