The concept

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

To avoid becoming distracted and posing Using the iDrive during a trip

To avoid becoming distracted and posing an unnecessary hazard to your vehicle's occupants and to other road users, never attempt to use the controls or enter information unless traffic and road conditions allow this.

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    Messages
    General information Whether or not text messages and e-mails from the mobile phone are displayed depends on whether transmission from the mobile phone to the vehicle is supported. Text messages ...

    Status field
    The following information is displayed in the status field at the top right: ► Time. ► Current entertainment source. ► Sound output, on/off. ► Wireless network reception ...

    Display on the Control Display
    Display the computer or trip computer on the Control Display. 1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Onboard info" or "Trip computer" Resetting the fuel consumption or speed 1. &q ...