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Automatic deactivation during forward travel
The system switches off when a certain driving distance or speed is exceeded. Switch the system back on if necessary. ...

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

For US customers
The following only applies to vehicles owned and operated in the US. If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately i ...