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Communications 176 Telephoning 191 BMW Assist Using this Owner's Manual 4 7 10 16 24 Notes Reporting safety defects Cockpit iDrive Voice command system At a glance Controls 30 43 54 57 67 79 Opening and closing Adjusting Transporting children safely Driving Everything under ...238 Technical data 240 Short commands of voice command system 244 Everything from A to Z Driving tips 116 Things to remember when driving 121 BMW M5 Engineering Navigation 124 126 138 147 Starting navigation system Destination entry Destination guidance What to page 244. Contents The fastest way to find specific ...
Communications 176 Telephoning 191 BMW Assist Using this Owner's Manual 4 7 10 16 24 Notes Reporting safety defects Cockpit iDrive Voice command system At a glance Controls 30 43 54 57 67 79 Opening and closing Adjusting Transporting children safely Driving Everything under ...238 Technical data 240 Short commands of voice command system 244 Everything from A to Z Driving tips 116 Things to remember when driving 121 BMW M5 Engineering Navigation 124 126 138 147 Starting navigation system Destination entry Destination guidance What to page 244. Contents The fastest way to find specific ...
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... use the controls or make entries unless traffic and road conditions allow.< 16 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG iDrive iDrive iDrive combines the functions of a large number of the individual functions is described in four directions, arrows 4 > Turn, arrow 5 > Press, arrow 6 To avoid posing an...
... use the controls or make entries unless traffic and road conditions allow.< 16 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG iDrive iDrive iDrive combines the functions of a large number of the individual functions is described in four directions, arrows 4 > Turn, arrow 5 > Press, arrow 6 To avoid posing an...
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... external audio device To hide the message: Press the controller. for MDrive, or for the central locking system > Display of the iDrive functions using five menu items. Opening start menu. This displays the start menu Press the button. 18 Online Edition for telephone You...and deadlines for legally mandated inspections > Settings for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG iDrive Menu overview Communication > Telephone* > BMW Assist* or BMW TeleServices* Operating principle From radio readiness, refer to page 57, the following message is hidden after approx. 10 seconds....
... external audio device To hide the message: Press the controller. for MDrive, or for the central locking system > Display of the iDrive functions using five menu items. Opening start menu. This displays the start menu Press the button. 18 Online Edition for telephone You...and deadlines for legally mandated inspections > Settings for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG iDrive Menu overview Communication > Telephone* > BMW Assist* or BMW TeleServices* Operating principle From radio readiness, refer to page 57, the following message is hidden after approx. 10 seconds....
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... menu item: refer to page 76. 1 Selecting menu item: > Turn the controller; the highlight moves > Menu items shown in this view. iDrive Operating principle at a glance Basic operation via iDrive is described in white can be selected by highlighting 4 Changing between fields: > Briefly move the controller to the left, right, front or... the individual steps under Settings on Control Display, Setting time, refer to 1 20 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG
... menu item: refer to page 76. 1 Selecting menu item: > Turn the controller; the highlight moves > Menu items shown in this view. iDrive Operating principle at a glance Basic operation via iDrive is described in white can be selected by highlighting 4 Changing between fields: > Briefly move the controller to the left, right, front or... the individual steps under Settings on Control Display, Setting time, refer to 1 20 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG
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... Press the ...than 2 seconds. a radio station, is stored for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Select the desired function, e.g. button longer Switching Control Display off/on 1. This opens the start menu. 2. button longer Programmable memory buttons... You can save and request certain functions of iDrive on the programmable memory buttons: > Destinations of the selection on , press the controller. Select "Display off " and press the controller. >...
... Press the ...than 2 seconds. a radio station, is stored for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Select the desired function, e.g. button longer Switching Control Display off/on 1. This opens the start menu. 2. button longer Programmable memory buttons... You can save and request certain functions of iDrive on the programmable memory buttons: > Destinations of the selection on , press the controller. Select "Display off " and press the controller. >...
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...If no . 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG This symbol is displayed on the Control Display and an acoustic signal tell you that applies for Part no other commands are possible, then operate the equipment via iDrive. This symbol on the Control Display. The command is shown on... the Control Display. 24 Online Edition for the voice command system in the area of iDrive, refer to enable identification of the voice command system. The voice command system uses a special microphone located in order to page 78. To...
...If no . 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG This symbol is displayed on the Control Display and an acoustic signal tell you that applies for Part no other commands are possible, then operate the equipment via iDrive. This symbol on the Control Display. The command is shown on... the Control Display. 24 Online Edition for the voice command system in the area of iDrive, refer to enable identification of the voice command system. The voice command system uses a special microphone located in order to page 78. To...
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... alarm system is not locked. Always take along the remote control when leaving the vehicle so that the vehicle can then be opened from inside . iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 34. Opening and closing > Radio: > Display of stored stations, refer to page 154 > Switching RDS Radio ...page 157 > Phone: volume setting, refer to page 182 the inside Via the button for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Select "Central locking" and press the controller. 7. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller. 5. In the event of the button unlocks only the...
... alarm system is not locked. Always take along the remote control when leaving the vehicle so that the vehicle can then be opened from inside . iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 34. Opening and closing > Radio: > Display of stored stations, refer to page 154 > Switching RDS Radio ...page 157 > Phone: volume setting, refer to page 182 the inside Via the button for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Select "Central locking" and press the controller. 7. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller. 5. In the event of the button unlocks only the...
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...door lock to operate this device must accept any interference received, including interference that no . 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the user's authority to lock or unlock the driver's door. This opens the ...start menu. 2. Operation is injured. Automatic locking iDrive, for operating principle refer to open the menu. 34 Online Edition for unlocking or locking. Press the button. Turning the key once unlocks the...
...door lock to operate this device must accept any interference received, including interference that no . 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the user's authority to lock or unlock the driver's door. This opens the ...start menu. 2. Operation is injured. Automatic locking iDrive, for operating principle refer to open the menu. 34 Online Edition for unlocking or locking. Press the button. Turning the key once unlocks the...
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... the controller. 7. Failure to take advantage of its center is increased danger of injury in the event of an accident. iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Head restraints A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of spinal injury in the event of an accident. and...
... the controller. 7. Failure to take advantage of its center is increased danger of injury in the event of an accident. iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Head restraints A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of spinal injury in the event of an accident. and...
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.... Move the controller to the left to open "Climate". 3. The LEDs remain lit. The setting is applied. iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation 4. Rear Operation similar to page 16. 1. Move the controller to the left ...can be distributed variously in the seat cushion and the backrest. Turn the controller to reduce the load on the equipment. iDrive, for operating principle refer to open "Climate". 1 2 Active seat ventilation Active seat ventilation with buttons 2 and 3.
.... Move the controller to the left to open "Climate". 3. The LEDs remain lit. The setting is applied. iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation 4. Rear Operation similar to page 16. 1. Move the controller to the left ...can be distributed variously in the seat cushion and the backrest. Turn the controller to reduce the load on the equipment. iDrive, for operating principle refer to open "Climate". 1 2 Active seat ventilation Active seat ventilation with buttons 2 and 3.
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... source 52 Online Edition for the navigation system* > "Air recirculation on / off" To permanently shut off outside air, refer to page 16. 1. iDrive, for operating principle refer to AUC Automatic recirculated-air control on page 101 > "Mute on / off" To mute the audio sources > "Monitor on...functions appears: > "Navigation voice instructions" Voice instructions for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG 2. This opens the start menu. iDrive, for your vehicle on the Control Display and activate them with the button on the steering wheel. Select the desired function ...
... source 52 Online Edition for the navigation system* > "Air recirculation on / off" To permanently shut off outside air, refer to page 16. 1. iDrive, for operating principle refer to AUC Automatic recirculated-air control on page 101 > "Mute on / off" To mute the audio sources > "Monitor on...functions appears: > "Navigation voice instructions" Voice instructions for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG 2. This opens the start menu. iDrive, for your vehicle on the Control Display and activate them with the button on the steering wheel. Select the desired function ...
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... right shift paddle +. > To downshift, briefly pull the left shift paddle -. In Drive mode There are available to page 16. 1. iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Drivelogic With Drivelogic various driving programs are five different driving programs, ranging from balanced/dynamic 1 to sporty/purist 6. "Unchanged...
... right shift paddle +. > To downshift, briefly pull the left shift paddle -. In Drive mode There are available to page 16. 1. iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Drivelogic With Drivelogic various driving programs are five different driving programs, ranging from balanced/dynamic 1 to sporty/purist 6. "Unchanged...
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... flashing of the tachometer consecutively indicate the approaching upshift point. 4. the turn signals Press the lever beyond the resistance point. iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips 1 High beams At a glance Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller. 63...
... flashing of the tachometer consecutively indicate the approaching upshift point. 4. the turn signals Press the lever beyond the resistance point. iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips 1 High beams At a glance Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller. 63...
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...principle refer to open "Navigation". Resetting values You can reset the values for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance Select "Distance to Trip computer*. Select "Car Data" and press the controller....over the last 20 miles/ 30 km. The range is projected based on Control Display You can also call up the computer via iDrive. Cruising range Displays the estimated cruising range available with the vehicle parked and the engine switched off are not ensured and damage can...
...principle refer to open "Navigation". Resetting values You can reset the values for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance Select "Distance to Trip computer*. Select "Car Data" and press the controller....over the last 20 miles/ 30 km. The range is projected based on Control Display You can also call up the computer via iDrive. Cruising range Displays the estimated cruising range available with the vehicle parked and the engine switched off are not ensured and damage can...
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... selected and press the controller. 73 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Hiding Check Control messages Displaying additional information later iDrive, for operating principle refer to respond; Turn the controller until the malfunctions have been rectified. Exit the displayed...
... selected and press the controller. 73 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Hiding Check Control messages Displaying additional information later iDrive, for operating principle refer to respond; Turn the controller until the malfunctions have been rectified. Exit the displayed...
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... the monitored systems. Malfunctions are present, you switch off the ignition. Indication of malfunction urgency Displaying, setting or changing limit iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG 4. Select "Car Data" and press the controller. Depending on your vehicle speed falls below it again by at least...
... the monitored systems. Malfunctions are present, you switch off the ignition. Indication of malfunction urgency Displaying, setting or changing limit iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG 4. Select "Car Data" and press the controller. Depending on your vehicle speed falls below it again by at least...
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...at the displayed time. > Select "Stop" and press the controller. Press the controller to set the limit. 7. Settings on Control Display iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. 2. The limit is activated. Open "Navigation". The stopwatch is selected and press the controller. ...appears. Select the speed value and press the controller. 6. Without navigation system*: Open "Car Data". 3. Stopwatch iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility > Select "Reset" and press the controller. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. ...
...at the displayed time. > Select "Stop" and press the controller. Press the controller to set the limit. 7. Settings on Control Display iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. 2. The limit is activated. Open "Navigation". The stopwatch is selected and press the controller. ...appears. Select the speed value and press the controller. 6. Without navigation system*: Open "Car Data". 3. Stopwatch iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility > Select "Reset" and press the controller. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. ...
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...controller until "Units" is stored for operating principle refer to the ambient lighting conditions. After the last adjustment, the date is selected. 6. iDrive, for the remote control currently in use . Turn the controller until "Brightness" is automatically adapted to page 16. 1. Brightness of Control...for the remote control currently in use . Press the button. Select "Settings" and press the controller. 4. iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference 6. Change to page 16. 1. The next setting is selected. Turn the controller until the ...
...controller until "Units" is stored for operating principle refer to the ambient lighting conditions. After the last adjustment, the date is selected. 6. iDrive, for the remote control currently in use . Turn the controller until "Brightness" is automatically adapted to page 16. 1. Brightness of Control...for the remote control currently in use . Press the button. Select "Settings" and press the controller. 4. iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference 6. Change to page 16. 1. The next setting is selected. Turn the controller until the ...
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iDrive, for operating principle refer to open the menu. 3. Select "Settings" and press the controller. 4. Turn the controller until "Languages" is stored for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Language on Control Display You can change the language of measure and press the controller. Press the button. This...
iDrive, for operating principle refer to open the menu. 3. Select "Settings" and press the controller. 4. Turn the controller until "Languages" is stored for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Language on Control Display You can change the language of measure and press the controller. Press the button. This...
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.... Brake assistant When you start menu. 2. Technology for operating principle refer to page 16. 1. iDrive, for comfort, convenience and safety a signal tone sounds. Change to page 117. Your BMW is operational every time you apply the brakes rapidly, this reason, drive with tow bars and trailer... a blind spot in the rear wheels to open the menu. curbs, can no . 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Loud sources of ultrasonic measurement, such as PDC is selected and press the controller. 4. Press the controller to ensure stable braking behavior. Turn...
.... Brake assistant When you start menu. 2. Technology for operating principle refer to page 16. 1. iDrive, for comfort, convenience and safety a signal tone sounds. Change to page 117. Your BMW is operational every time you apply the brakes rapidly, this reason, drive with tow bars and trailer... a blind spot in the rear wheels to open the menu. curbs, can no . 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Loud sources of ultrasonic measurement, such as PDC is selected and press the controller. 4. Press the controller to ensure stable braking behavior. Turn...