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BMW iDrive
CONTROLS
BMW iDrive
Safety information
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes model-specific equip-
ment, systems, and functions that are currently
available, or may become available in the fu-
ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
Warning
Operating the integrated information systems
and communication devices while driving can
distract from surrounding traffic. It is possible
to lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk
of accident, injury, or property damage. 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.
Additional information:
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
Display and operating
concept
Principle
Main menu
BMW iDrive is the vehicle’s display and oper-
ating concept and includes a wide range of
functions.
General information
The main menu is divided into different areas.
General information
Overview
Depending on vehicle equipment, the functions
can be operated as follows:
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Via the control display.
Via the Controller.
Via the touchpad.
Via the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant.
Via the gesture control.
Via the operating elements on the steering
wheel.
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Widgets
Additional information:
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Status information
Configuration bar for main display
Temperature setting
Menu bar
Instrument cluster, refer to page 143.
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Android Auto© menu
Menu bar
Depending on national-market version with
associated function: Access to Android Auto.
Android Auto enables the secure use of certain
functions of a compatible Android smartphone
via iDrive.
Apps menu
Access to apps and vehicle functions. A
filter can be selected. If necessary, change the
filter to see the apps you want.
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"All apps": All apps and functions are dis-
played.
Widgets
Widgets show real-time information and dy-
namic content such as current media or paired
smartphones. The widgets also serve as but-
tons and allow jumping to the relevant menu.
"Infotainment": Only infotainment apps are
displayed.
"Vehicle": Only vehicle adjustment func-
tions are displayed.
"Recently used": The most recently used
apps are displayed.
Main display
The main display shows real-time information
and dynamic content such as the navigation
map. This display also contains buttons and
lets you jump to the desired menu.
Media menu
Access to entertainment system functions,
e.g., radio stations or external device pairing.
Status information
Communication menu
Access to telephone and message function
as well as pairing and management of mobile
devices, e.g., smartphones.
General information
The status field can be found in the upper area
of the control display. Status information is dis-
played in the form of icons. Depending on the
equipment and national-market version, differ-
ent icons are available.
Navigation menu
Access to navigation system, destination
entry, and traffic information. Configurable
map views and other functions such as points
of interest.
Telephone status information
Icon
Meaning
Climate menu
Active call.
The Climate menu provides access to all
climate control functions.
Signal strength.
SIM card missing.
Apple CarPlay© menu
Depending on national-market version with
associated function: Access to Apple CarPlay.
Apple CarPlay enables the secure use of cer-
tain functions of a compatible Apple iPhone via
iDrive.
Entertainment status information
Icon Meaning
USB audio.
Bluetooth audio.
Smartphone audio.
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Input and display
Icon Meaning
Connected Music with Spotify.
Letters and numbers
Letters and numbers can be entered using the
controller, touchpad, control display, or voice
control, depending on vehicle equipment.
Time shift.
Wi-Fi.
Apple CarPlay.
Android Auto.
Satellite radio is switched on.
Icon
Function
Change between capital and
lower-case letters.
Enter a blank space.
Switching between languages.
Use voice control.
Status information messages
Icon Meaning
Number of notifications.
Check Control message.
Suppress private information.
Do not disturb.
Confirm entry.
Shift the input area to the left
or right.
Entry comparison
Message.
When entering data from a database such as
contacts, the selection is gradually narrowed
down for each character entered, with charac-
ters being added as necessary.
Additional information:
Owner's Manual for Navigation, Entertain-
ment, and Communication, refer to page 6.
Activating/deactivating the functions
Some menu items are preceded by an icon.
Selecting the menu item enables or disables
the function.
Other status information
Icon Meaning
Sound output active.
Icon
Meaning
Sound output deactivated.
Activation word active.
BMW ID or driver profile.
Destination guidance active.
Go to quick access.
Function is activated.
Function is deactivated.
Enabling/disabling audible feedback
For some functions, audio confirmation is
given, e.g., sounds are emitted when operating
the control display.
Wireless charging active.
Park Distance Control: sound active.
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Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
Park Distance Control: sound deacti-
vated.
3. "System settings"
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4. "Sound"
Shortcuts can only be created with an active
BMW ID or a driver profile.
5. Select the desired setting.
Executing a function
1. Swipe from top to bottom on the control
display.
Quick access
The quick link provides access to shortcuts,
certain settings, and app recommendations.
2. Tap the desired shortcut.
Input
Operation
The function will work immediately. This
means for instance that the connection is es-
tablished when a phone number is selected.
Show
Swipe from top to bottom on the
quick link. control display.
Slide the controller up.
Tap the icon on the status
bar.
Swipe from the bottom up on the
quick link. control display.
Slide the controller down.
Deleting shortcuts
1. Swipe from top to bottom on the control
display.
Hide
2. Press and hold the desired shortcut.
3. "Delete shortcut"
Activating/deactivating pop-ups
For some functions, pop-ups are displayed
automatically on the control display. Some of
these pop-ups can be activated or deactivated.
Direct access
General information
The vehicle has buttons that can be used to
access menus for the respective function di-
rectly on the control display. Then continue the
operation via iDrive.
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Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
3. "System settings"
4. "Pop-ups"
Overview
5. Select the desired setting.
Button Function
Shortcuts
Go to the Drive Settings menu on
the center console.
General information
The iDrive functions can be stored on the
shortcuts and called up directly, for instance
radio stations, navigation destinations, phone
numbers and menu entries.
Go to the Exterior Lighting menu be-
tween the steering wheel and driv-
er’s door.
Go to the Interior Lighting menu on
the headliner.
Storing a function
1. Select the desired function.
2. Press and hold the desired function.
3. "Add to shortcuts"
Go to the Seat Settings menu on the
driver’s door.
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Safety information
BMW Curved Display
Warning
Principle
When driving, loose items or devices con-
nected to the vehicle with a cable, i.e., mobile
phones, may be thrown around the vehicle,
e.g., in the event of an accident or when brak-
ing or performing evasive maneuvers. There
is a risk of injury and risk of damage to prop-
erty. Secure loose objects or devices that are
connected to the vehicle via a cable.
The BMW Curved Display is a single-screen
display in the instrument panel that is curved
towards the driver. The BMW Curved Display
comprises the instrument cluster on the driv-
er's side and the control display.
General information
Follow instructions for cleaning the BMW
Curved Display in the Care chapter.
Additional information:
Warning
Caring for special components, refer to
page 379.
Objects in the area in front of a display can
slip and damage the display. There is a risk
of injury or risk of damage to property. Do not
place objects in the area in front of a display.
Overview
Overview
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Instrument cluster 143
Control display 53
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Control display.
Control display
Switching the control display on/off
automatically
The control display is turned on automatically
when the vehicle is unlocked or as soon as the
control display is needed for operation.
Principle
The iDrive functions are displayed on the con-
trol display.
In certain situations, the control display is
switched off automatically, for instance if no
operation is performed on the vehicle for sev-
eral minutes.
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