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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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
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
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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Music tracks, audio books, and podcasts can be
played back. Sound is played back through the
vehicle loudspeakers.
Settings are stored for the driver profile currently
used.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the following
audio sources can be used:
Music hard disk.
USB storage device.
Bluetooth
General information
The behavior of the vehicle when unlocking with
the vehicle key depends on the following settings for unlocking and locking:
If only the driver's door and the fuel filler flap
or all access to the vehicle will be unlocked.
If the unlocking of the vehicle is confirmed
with a