Environmental conditions
► Say the commands, numbers, and letters
smoothly and with normal volume, emphasis,
and speed.
► Always say commands in the language of
the voice activation system.
► When selecting a radio station, use the common
pronunciation of the station name:
›Station ...‹ e. g. Classic Radio station
► Keep the doors, windows, and glass sunroof
closed to prevent noise interference.
► Avoid making other noise in the vehicle
while speaking.
See also:
Selecting a station manually
Station selection via the frequency.
1. "Radio"
2. "FM" or "AM"
3. "Manual"
4. To select the frequency: turn the controller.
Selecting a station manually ...
Engine oil temperature
▷ Cold engine: the pointer is at
the low temperature end.
Drive at moderate engine and
vehicle speeds.
▷ Normal operating temperature:
the pointer is in the middle
or in the left ...
Easy to operate iDrive
Then there's the iDrive.
After testing a series of BMW's this year, I am starting to take a more
German approach to the iDrive. Americans are just stupid.
Please don't be offended by that if you ...