The concept
The iDrive combines the functions of a multitude of switches. Thus, these functions can be operated from a central location.
Using the iDrive during a trip
To avoid becoming distracted and posing an unnecessary hazard to your vehicle's occupants and to other road users, never attempt to use the controls or enter information unless traffic and road conditions allow this.
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General information
The interior lamps, footwell lamps, entry lamps
and courtesy lamps are controlled automatically.
The brightness of some of these lamps is influenced
by the thumbwheel for the instrument
lightin ...
Switching off automatically
System switches off: above approx. 9 mph/
15 km/h.
Switch on the system again if necessary. ...
Notes
CD/DVD player and changer
Do not remove the cover
BMW CD/DVD players and changers are
officially designated Class 1 laser products. Do
not operate if the cover is damaged; otherwise,
severe ...
