Radio Data System RDS
In the FM waveband, additional information is transmitted via RDS. If the reception conditions are good, the station names are shown on the Control Display. Where reception is poor or in the event of interference, it may take some time before the station names appear in the display.
Switching the RDS on/off
1. "Radio"
2. "FM"
3. Open "Options".
4. "RDS"
The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.
See also:
Xenon headlamps
Because of the long life of these bulbs, the likelihood
of failure is very low. Switching the lamps
on and off frequently shortens their life.
If a bulb fails, switch on the front fog lamps and
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Audio playback
Selecting the track using the button
Press the button repeatedly
until the
desired track is played.
Selecting the track using the iDrive
Audio CDs
Select the desired track to begin playback. ...
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