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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    Requirements
    Via the Control Display, set a language that is also supported by the voice activation system so that the spoken commands can be identified. Set the language. ...

    Adjusting the info display
    You can select what information from the onboard computer is to be displayed on the info display of the instrument cluster. 1. "Settings" 2. "Info display" 3. Select the des ...

    Context help - Owner's Manual to the temporarily selected function
    The relevant information can be opened directly. Opening during operation via iDrive To move directly from the application on the Control Display to the options menu: 1. Press the button or move ...