The concept

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

Using the iDrive during a trip 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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    Ambient conditions
    > Say the commands, numbers and letters smoothly and with normal volume, emphasis and speed. > Always speak the commands in the language of the voice activation system. > When selecting a ...

    Example: playing back a CD
    1. Switch on the Entertainment sound output if necessary. 2. Press the button on the steering wheel. 3. ›C D and multimedia‹ The medium last played is played back. 4. Press the button on the ...

    Controls
    Controls at a glance 1. Control Display 2. Controller with buttons The buttons can be used to open the menus directly. The controller can be used to select menu items and create the settings. ...