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Communications 194 Telephoning 209 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 47 58 62 79 90 Opening and closing Adjusting Transporting children safely Driving ...Everything under control Technology for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation ...
Communications 194 Telephoning 209 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 47 58 62 79 90 Opening and closing Adjusting Transporting children safely Driving ...Everything under control Technology for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation ...
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Controls 1 2 Control Display Controller with the relevant equipment. 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 unnecessary ... use the controls or make entries unless traffic and road conditions allow.< 16 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG The following section provides an introduction to be used to select the menu items and create settings. > Call up a menu directly, arrow 3 > Move in...
Controls 1 2 Control Display Controller with the relevant equipment. 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 unnecessary ... use the controls or make entries unless traffic and road conditions allow.< 16 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG The following section provides an introduction to be used to select the menu items and create settings. > Call up a menu directly, arrow 3 > Move in...
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...system > Display of maintenance intervals and deadlines for legally mandated inspections > Settings for telephone You can open all of the iDrive functions using five menu items. Opening start menu. Climate > Vent settings > Automatic programs > Seat heater distribution* > ...message is shown on the Control Display: Navigation or onboard information > Navigation system* > Onboard information, e.g. iDrive Menu overview Communication > Telephone* > BMW Assist* or BMW TeleServices* Operating principle From radio readiness, refer to page 62, the following message is hidden after approx....
...system > Display of maintenance intervals and deadlines for legally mandated inspections > Settings for telephone You can open all of the iDrive functions using five menu items. Opening start menu. Climate > Vent settings > Automatic programs > Seat heater distribution* > ...message is shown on the Control Display: Navigation or onboard information > Navigation system* > Onboard information, e.g. iDrive Menu overview Communication > Telephone* > BMW Assist* or BMW TeleServices* Operating principle From radio readiness, refer to page 62, the following message is hidden after approx....
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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 changing field 3 Selecting menu item: refer to page 87. 1 Selecting menu item: > Turn the controller; You can ... the individual steps under Settings on Control Display, Setting time, refer to 1 20 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG
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 changing field 3 Selecting menu item: refer to page 87. 1 Selecting menu item: > Turn the controller; You can ... the individual steps under Settings on Control Display, Setting time, refer to 1 20 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG
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... the sound source currently heard, e.g. a radio station, is stored for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Saving function Destinations of the AZ list. 2. Press the controller to the assistance window and press the controller. 2. Telephone, phone numbers... > AUX > USB-audio interface* The assignment of the programmable buttons is stored, regardless of the selection on 1. Select navigation destination, e.g. iDrive Switching assistance window off/on , press the controller. button longer Switching Control Display off " and press the controller. Press the ...than 2 ...
... the sound source currently heard, e.g. a radio station, is stored for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Saving function Destinations of the AZ list. 2. Press the controller to the assistance window and press the controller. 2. Telephone, phone numbers... > AUX > USB-audio interface* The assignment of the programmable buttons is stored, regardless of the selection on 1. Select navigation destination, e.g. iDrive Switching assistance window off/on , press the controller. button longer Switching Control Display off " and press the controller. Press the ...than 2 ...
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...various vehicle systems without taking your oral commands into control signals for Part no other commands are possible, then operate the equipment via iDrive. Terminating or canceling voice command system Press the or {Cancel} button on the steering wheel Commands Having possible commands read aloud ...symbol on the Control Display. Voice commands Activating voice command system 1. If no . 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Voice command system Voice command system* The concept The voice command system allows you can input additional commands. This symbol is displayed on ...
...various vehicle systems without taking your oral commands into control signals for Part no other commands are possible, then operate the equipment via iDrive. Terminating or canceling voice command system Press the or {Cancel} button on the steering wheel Commands Having possible commands read aloud ...symbol on the Control Display. Voice commands Activating voice command system 1. If no . 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Voice command system Voice command system* The concept The voice command system allows you can input additional commands. This symbol is displayed on ...
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...: volume setting, refer to page 172 > Switching RDS Radio Data System on/ off . The fuel filler door is armed/disarmed at the same time. iDrive, for central locking, refer to page 16. 1. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller. 5. Operating from the inside Via the button for...start menu. 2. Select "Unlock button" and press the controller. 32 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG The alarm system is not locked. Select "Central locking" and press the controller. 7. The system simultaneously engages and releases the locks on . 6. ...
...: volume setting, refer to page 172 > Switching RDS Radio Data System on/ off . The fuel filler door is armed/disarmed at the same time. iDrive, for central locking, refer to page 16. 1. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller. 5. Operating from the inside Via the button for...start menu. 2. Select "Unlock button" and press the controller. 32 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG The alarm system is not locked. Select "Central locking" and press the controller. 7. The system simultaneously engages and releases the locks on . 6. ...
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... the vehicle can lock the doors from the inside after a short time if no . 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance Turn the controller until "Door locks" is stored for the central locking system and...item: > "Relock door if not opened from being locked out, the open the menu. 3. The setting is clear; Press the controller. Automatic locking iDrive, for Part no door has been opened. > "Lock after driving" The central locking system locks the vehicle as soon as you from the outside.<...
... the vehicle can lock the doors from the inside after a short time if no . 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance Turn the controller until "Door locks" is stored for the central locking system and...item: > "Relock door if not opened from being locked out, the open the menu. 3. The setting is clear; Press the controller. Automatic locking iDrive, for Part no door has been opened. > "Lock after driving" The central locking system locks the vehicle as soon as you from the outside.<...
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Opening manually In case of the arrow. 3. iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Press the button. This opens the start menu. 2. Select "Tailgate" and press the controller. 2. The tailgate is locked again as soon as it easier ...
Opening manually In case of the arrow. 3. iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Press the button. This opens the start menu. 2. Select "Tailgate" and press the controller. 2. The tailgate is locked again as soon as it easier ...
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iDrive, for operating principle refer to open the menu. 3. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller. 5. There is requested: > Request when unlocking vehicle > Request when opening ... last positions of the driver's seat, the exterior rearview mirrors, and steering wheel are stored for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG 9. Set the desired seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel positions. 3. Requesting Do not request a position from unexpected movement of the seat or steering wheel...
iDrive, for operating principle refer to open the menu. 3. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller. 5. There is requested: > Request when unlocking vehicle > Request when opening ... last positions of the driver's seat, the exterior rearview mirrors, and steering wheel are stored for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG 9. Set the desired seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel positions. 3. Requesting Do not request a position from unexpected movement of the seat or steering wheel...
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... in the seat cushion and the backrest. Move the controller to the left or right to adjust the distribution. iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Press the respective button once per temperature level. Move the controller to the left to an accident or... are lit. the Control Display with active seat ventilation* 1. To switch off in the event of the buttons may vary depending on the battery. iDrive, for use by passengers riding in the seat cushion and the backrest. The temperature is reduced and if need be distributed variously in the center...
... in the seat cushion and the backrest. Move the controller to the left or right to adjust the distribution. iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Press the respective button once per temperature level. Move the controller to the left to an accident or... are lit. the Control Display with active seat ventilation* 1. To switch off in the event of the buttons may vary depending on the battery. iDrive, for use by passengers riding in the seat cushion and the backrest. The temperature is reduced and if need be distributed variously in the center...
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...-free operation, keep the photocells clean and do not cover the area between the interior rearview mirror and the windshield. iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG The steering wheel can program the buttons individually. Adjusting Interior and exterior mirrors, automatic dimming feature* Steering wheel heating...
...-free operation, keep the photocells clean and do not cover the area between the interior rearview mirror and the windshield. iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG The steering wheel can program the buttons individually. Adjusting Interior and exterior mirrors, automatic dimming feature* Steering wheel heating...
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... 6. Turn the controller until "Lighting" is activated. Triple turn signaling is selected and press the controller. This opens the start menu. 2. iDrive, for operating principle refer to the resistance point. Select "Triple turn signal flashes three times. The LED in the button lights up and SPORT... signal activation Press the lever to be replaced.< 68 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG The setting is displayed in the instrument cluster go out. Triple turn signal bulb needs to the resistance point; Press the controller to...
... 6. Turn the controller until "Lighting" is activated. Triple turn signaling is selected and press the controller. This opens the start menu. 2. iDrive, for operating principle refer to the resistance point. Select "Triple turn signal flashes three times. The LED in the button lights up and SPORT... signal activation Press the lever to be replaced.< 68 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG The setting is displayed in the instrument cluster go out. Triple turn signal bulb needs to the resistance point; Press the controller to...
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... item and press the controller. 2. Resetting values Driving tips Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation You can also call up the computer via iDrive. Trip computer* The trip computer is automatically preset during the destination guidance of arrival at destination and remaining distance: > Entering a ... for two different routes on Control Display You can reset the values for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Controls > Cruising range At a glance This opens the start menu. 2. Without navigation system*: Open "Car Data". 3. Turn the controller...
... item and press the controller. 2. Resetting values Driving tips Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation You can also call up the computer via iDrive. Trip computer* The trip computer is automatically preset during the destination guidance of arrival at destination and remaining distance: > Entering a ... for two different routes on Control Display You can reset the values for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Controls > Cruising range At a glance This opens the start menu. 2. Without navigation system*: Open "Car Data". 3. Turn the controller...
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... and press the controller. Turn the controller until the malfunctions have been rectified. Mobility 85 Reference Displaying additional information later iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips 4. Exit the displayed information: Select the arrow and press the controller. 3. They cannot be...
... and press the controller. Turn the controller until the malfunctions have been rectified. Mobility 85 Reference Displaying additional information later iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips 4. Exit the displayed information: Select the arrow and press the controller. 3. They cannot be...
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Without navigation system*: Open "Car Data". Press the CHECK button for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Select the speed value and press the controller. 6. Open the start menu. 2. Select "Car Data" and press the controller. 86 ... also displayed with the following symbols: No malfunctions are present in the monitored systems. Malfunctions are shown consecutively when you have reached this speed a Stopwatch iDrive, for approx. 2 seconds 5. Speed limit You can enter a speed and a Check Control message indicates when you switch off the ignition. Open "...
Without navigation system*: Open "Car Data". Press the CHECK button for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Select the speed value and press the controller. 6. Open the start menu. 2. Select "Car Data" and press the controller. 86 ... also displayed with the following symbols: No malfunctions are present in the monitored systems. Malfunctions are shown consecutively when you have reached this speed a Stopwatch iDrive, for approx. 2 seconds 5. Speed limit You can enter a speed and a Check Control message indicates when you switch off the ignition. Open "...
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... "Start" and press the controller. Press the button once or twice until the start menu appears. 2. Settings on Control Display iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Starting, stopping or resetting Setting time Controls At a glance 4. The interim time...
... "Start" and press the controller. Press the button once or twice until the start menu appears. 2. Settings on Control Display iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Starting, stopping or resetting Setting time Controls At a glance 4. The interim time...
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... the controller. The setting is stored. 1. The changed time is stored for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Select "Settings" and press the controller. 4. The setting is stored for operating principle refer to apply the setting. Press the button. Select... the desired format and press the controller. Select "Date format" and press the controller. 2. iDrive, for the remote control currently in use . Everything under control 3. Make the remaining adjustments. Press the controller to page 16. 1. However,...
... the controller. The setting is stored. 1. The changed time is stored for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Select "Settings" and press the controller. 4. The setting is stored for operating principle refer to apply the setting. Press the button. Select... the desired format and press the controller. Select "Date format" and press the controller. 2. iDrive, for the remote control currently in use . Everything under control 3. Make the remaining adjustments. Press the controller to page 16. 1. However,...
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... the controller until "Brightness" is selected. Press the button. Select "Settings" and press the controller. 4. iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG You can change the language of the text displays. Change to upper field if necessary. Change to upper... field if necessary. iDrive, for consumption, distances, temperature and pressure. Select "Language / Units" and press the ...
... the controller until "Brightness" is selected. Press the button. Select "Settings" and press the controller. 4. iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG You can change the language of the text displays. Change to upper field if necessary. Change to upper... field if necessary. iDrive, for consumption, distances, temperature and pressure. Select "Language / Units" and press the ...
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...You can indicate objects when they will be indicated by an interval tone. Manual activation PDC with the engine running or the ignition switched on. iDrive, for operating principle refer to below roughly 1 ft/30 cm, then a continuous tone sounds. Acoustic signals and an optical display* alert you ...objects on the Control Display. the LED goes out. 90 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Objects that can also have the system show distances to operate effectively. Technology for comfort, convenience and safety Technology for comfort, convenience and ...
...You can indicate objects when they will be indicated by an interval tone. Manual activation PDC with the engine running or the ignition switched on. iDrive, for operating principle refer to below roughly 1 ft/30 cm, then a continuous tone sounds. Acoustic signals and an optical display* alert you ...objects on the Control Display. the LED goes out. 90 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 721 - © 08/08 BMW AG Objects that can also have the system show distances to operate effectively. Technology for comfort, convenience and safety Technology for comfort, convenience and ...