Operating concept
Various functions can be called up by pressing the control button with a pointed object, such as the tip of a ballpoint pen or similar object. The following setting options are displayed in succession, depending on how long the control button is pressed:
▷ Pressed briefly: turns display on/off.
▷ 3 to 6 seconds: compass zone setting.
▷ 6 to 9 seconds: compass calibration.
▷ 9 to 12 seconds: left/right-hand steering setting.
▷ 12 to 15 seconds: language setting.
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The concept
iDrive integrates the functions of a large number of switches. This allows these
functions to be operated from a single central position.
Make entries only when traffic and road conditions per ...
Navigation data
General informationNavigation data and authorization codes are available from your BMW center. Navigation
data are stored in the vehicle and can be updated.
> Depending on the data volume, a dat ...
Setting the voice dialog
You can set whether the system uses the standard dialog or a short version.
In the short version of the voice dialog, the responses from the system are given
in abbreviated form.
On the Control Di ...
