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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    Maintaining/storing the speed
    Press the button. or: Press the rocker switch while the system is interrupted. When the system is switched on, the current speed is maintained and stored as the desired speed. It is d ...

    Services status
    Displaying available services Display of all services available in the vehicle. 1. "BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive" 2. "Service Status" 3. "Available services&qu ...

    Text messages
    Calling the sender of a text message 1. Select the desired message. 2. Select the symbol. Saving the sender in the contacts 1. Highlight the desired message. 2. Open "Options". 3. &qu ...