Enabling operation in the rear
Only possible via the iDrive in the front.
1. "Settings"
2. "Allow rear control"
3. Select the desired priority.

See also:
Weights
The values preceding the slash apply to vehicles
with manual transmission; the values following
the slash apply to vehicles with automatic transmission.
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BMW X5 xDrive35d: Maintaining the Benchmark with BMW Advanced Diesel
Technology.
The BMW Advanced Diesel X5 xDrive35d was introduced to the United States as a
2009 model, and despite increased competition remains the fastest, most fuel
efficient diesel-powered vehicle in its c ...
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle
The integrated Owner's Manual can be displayed
on the Control Display. The equipment
and functions that are in the vehicle are described
therein. ...
