The concept

  • The voice activation system can be used to operate functions by means of spoken commands.
  • Most menu items on the Control Display can be voiced as commands. The system prompts you to make your entries.
  • Functions that can only be used when the vehicle is stationary cannot be operated using the voice activation system.
  • The system uses a special microphone on the driver's side.
  • ›...‹ Verbal instructions in the Owner's Manual to use with the voice activation system.
    See also:

    Before driving into a car wash
    In order for the vehicle to be able to roll into a car wash, heed the information regarding Washing in automatic car washes. ...

    Switching on automatically
    Select transmission position R with the engine running. The backup camera image is displayed if the system was switched on via the iDrive. ...

    Malfunction
    A message is displayed in the instrument cluster. HDC is not available, e.g., due to elevated brake temperatures. ...