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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General information
Instructions for the voice activation system,
see vehicle Owner's Manual.
When making a destination entry by voice,
you can change between voice operation and
iDrive.
To have the available voice commands read
out loud: ›Voice commands‹ or ›Help‹.
Saying the entri
General information
A maximum of 20 channels can be stored as
Smart Favorites.
If a stored Smart Favorite is selected, the current
track will be played from the beginning.
Adding the current channel to Smart
Favorites
1. Press the button.
2. "Add to Smart Favorites"
Removing the current channel f