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Possible commands
Most menu items on the Control Display can be spoken as commands. The available commands depend on which menu is currently selected on the Control Display. There are short commands for functions o ...

Opening the main menu
Press the button. The main menu is displayed The main menu is displayed. All iDrive functions can be called up via the main menu. ...

Avoid high engine speeds
Use 1st gear to get the vehicle in motion. Beginning with 2nd gear, accelerate rapidly. When accelerating, shift up before reaching high engine speeds. When you reach the desired speed, shift i ...