Changing between panels
After a menu item is selected, e.g., "Radio", a new panel is displayed. Panels can overlap.
▷ Move the controller to the left.
The current panel is closed and the previous panel is displayed.
The previous panel is opened again by pressing the BACK button. In this case, the current panel is not closed.
▷ Move the controller to the right.
A new panel is opened on top of the previous display.

White arrows pointing to the left or right indicate that additional panels can be opened.
See also:
Notes
Always make sure that safety belts are being
worn by all occupants before driving away.
Although airbags enhance safety by providing
added protection, they are not a substitute for
safety belts ...
Opening the main menu
Press the button.
The main menu is displayed.
All iDrive functions can be called up via the main
menu. ...
Drive away without delay
Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the
vehicle remains stationary. Start driving right
away, but at moderate engine speeds.
This is the fastest way for the cold engine to
reach its oper ...
