Using voice activation
Activating the voice activation system
1. 
Press the button on the
steering
wheel.
2. Wait for the signal.
3. Say the command.
The command is displayed in the instrument cluster.
This symbol in the instrument
cluster indicates
that the voice activation system is active.
If no other commands are available, continue operating the function via iDrive.
Terminating the voice activation system
Briefly press the button on the steering wheel or ›Cancel‹.
See also:
Radio ready state
Activate radio ready state:
▷ When the ignition is switched off: press ON/
OFF button on the radio.
▷ When the engine is running: press START/
STOP button.
Some electronic systems/p ...
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 selec ...
Data memory
Your vehicle records data relating to vehicle operation,
faults and user settings. These data are
stored in the remote control and can be read out
with suitable devices, particularly when the vehic ...