When the vehicle is parked

If you still want to view the time, external temperature and odometer reading briefly after the remote control has been taken out of the ignition lock:

Press button 1 in the instrument cluster.

    See also:

    The concept
    The iDrive combines the functions of a multitude of switches. Thus, these functions can be operated from a central location. ...

    Windshield washer nozzles
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    Switching on/off manually
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