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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    Displaying stored Check Control messages
    1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Vehicle status" 3. "Check Control" 4. Select the text message. Messages after trip completion Malfunctions indicated during a trip are display ...

    Display in the instrument cluster
    The selected speed is displayed in the speedometer. ▷ Green: the system is actively braking the vehicle. ▷ Orange: the system is on standby. ...

    Selecting the map view
    1. "Navigation" 2. "Map" ...