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At a glanceiDrive
Status box symbols
The symbols are divided  into separate groups.
Radio symbols
Telephone symbols
Entertainment symbols Other
With the Professional 
navigation system:
Split screen
General information
Additional information, e.g. from the computer, 
can be displayed on the right side of the split 
screen.
This information remains visible on the split 
screen even when you change to another menu.
Switching the split 
screen on and off
1.Press the button.
2. "Split screen"
Selecting display
1. Press the button.
2. "Split screen"
3. Move the controller until the split screen is 
selected.
4. Press the controller or select "Split screen 
content".
5. Select the desired menu item.
SymbolMeaning
Traffic bulletins switched on
HD radio switched on
Satellite radio switched on
SymbolMeaning
Incoming or outgoing call
Missed call
Reception strength of mobile 
phone network
Symbol flashing: network search
No mobile phone network available
Bluetooth switched on
Roaming active
Receiving text message, email
Checking SIM card
SIM card blocked
SIM card missing
Entering PIN
SymbolMeaning
CD/DVD player
Music collection
Gracenote® database
AUX-IN port
USB audio interface
Music interface for smartphones
SymbolMeaning
Voice instructions are switched off
Querying current vehicle position
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ControlsLamps
Lamps
Vehicle equipment
In this chapter, all pr oduction, country, and 
optional equipment that is offered in the model 
range is described. For this reason, descrip-
tions will be given of some equipment that may 
not be available in a vehi cle, for example due to 
the special options or  national-market version 
selected. This also app lies to safety related 
functions and systems.
Overview
0 Lamps off, 
daytime running lights
1 Parking lamps and daytime running lights
2 Low beams, 
welcome lamps
3 Automatic headlamp control, daytime run-
ning lights, welcome lamps, High-beam 
Assistant, Adaptive Light Control
Parking lamps/low beams, 
automatic headlamp control
General information
When the driver's door is opened with ignition 
switched off, then the exterior lighting is auto-
matically switched off if  the light switch is in 
position  0, 2 , or 3.
Parking lamps
In switch position 1, the front, rear and side 
vehicle lighting is switch ed on. You can use the 
parking lamps for parking.
With halogen headlamps:  when the ignition is 
switched off and the sw itch is in position 1, only 
the outside sections of  the rear lamps are illumi-
nated, refer to page 246.
The parking lamps will discharge the bat-
tery. Therefore, do not leave them on for 
unduly long periods of time; otherwise, the bat-
tery might not have enou gh power to start the 
engine. It is preferable to switch on the left-
hand or right-hand roadside parking lamps, 
refer to page 102.<
Low-beam headlamps
The low beams light up wh en the light switch is 
in position 2 and the ignition is on.
Automatic headlamp control
When the switch is in position 3, the low beams 
are switched on and off automatically depend-
ing on ambient lighting conditions, e.g. in a tun-
nel, in twilight, or if there is precipitation. The 
Adaptive Light Control is  active. The LED next 
to the symbol is illu minated when the low 
beams are on. You can also activate the daytime 
running lights, refer to page 101. In the situa-
tions described above, the lamps then automat-
ically switch from daytime running lights to low 
beams.
The headlamps may also  come on when the 
sun is sitting low on a blue sky.
The low beams remain switched on inde-
pendent of the ambient lighting condi-
tions when you switch on the fog lamps. <
The automatic headlamp control cannot 
serve as a substitute for your personal 
judgment in determining when the lamps 
should be switched on  in response to ambient 
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External devices
Entertainment
External devices
Vehicle equipment
In this chapter, all production, country, and 
optional equipment that is offered in the model 
range is described. Equipment is also described 
that is not available because of, for example, 
selected options or coun
try version. This also 
applies to safety related functions and systems.
Overview
AUX-IN port
Overview
> It is possible to connect audio devices, e.g. 
MP3 players. Sound is output over the 
vehicle speakers.
> Recommended settings: mid-level tone and 
volume settings on th e audio device. Tone 
may depend on the quality of the audio files.
Connecting
Lift up the center armrest.
Connection for audio playback:
TRS connector 1/8 in/3.5 mm
The AUX-In connection is in the center armrest
Connect the headphone connection or line-out 
connection of the device to the jack plug.
Playback
1. Connect the audio device, switch it on, and 
using the audio device, select a track.
2. "CD/Multimedia"
3. "External devices" if applicable
4.  "AUX front"
Sound is output over the vehicle speakers.
Volume
The volume of the sound output depends on 
the audio device. If this  volume differs markedly 
from the volume of the ot her audio sources, it is 
advisable to adjust the volumes.
Adjusting volume
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "External devices" if applicable
3.  "AUX front"
SymbolMeaning
AUX-In connection
USB audio interface
Music interface for smartphones
Bluetooth audio
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EntertainmentExternal devices
Current playback
List of tracks currently being played.
1."CD/Multimedia"
2. "External devices"
3. Select the  or symbol.
4.  "Current playback"
Random play sequence
The current list of tracks  is played in random 
sequence.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "External devices"
3. Open "Options".
4. "Random"
Fast forward/reverse
Press and hold the  button.
Video playback
Overview
Video playback possible via snap-in adapter. 
They can be operated via iDrive. Sound is 
output over the vehicle speakers.
Playback
For your own safety, the video image is only dis-
played up to approx. 2 mph/3 km/h and in some 
market-specific versions,  only with the parking 
brake engaged or the selector lever of the auto-
matic transmission is in the park position.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "External devices"
3. Select the  symbol.
4.  "Video"
5. Select the directory, if necessary.
To change to a higher level directory: move 
the controller to the left.
6. Select the desired video file to begin 
playback.
Video menu
Notes
Do not expose the audio device to extreme 
environmental conditions, e.g. very high tem-
peratures, refer to the operating instructions of 
the audio device.
Depending on the configuration of the audio 
files, e.g. bit rates greater than 256 Kbit/s, 
proper playback cannot always be ensured.
Information on connection
>The connected audio device is supplied 
with a max. power of 500 mA if supported 
by the device. For this reason, do not con-
nect the device to a charging socket in the 
vehicle; otherwise, it may not be possible to 
ensure proper playback.
> Do not use force when plugging the con-
nector into the USB interface.
> Do not connect devices such as fans or 
lamps to the USB audio interface.
> Do not connect USB hard drives.
> Do not use the USB audio interface to 
recharge external devices.
Bluetooth audio
Overview
>It is possible to use Bluetooth to play music 
files from external devices, e.g. audio 
devices or mobile phones.
Using a mobile phone as an audio source, 
refer to page 178.
> Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of 
Bluetooth® SIG, Inc.
SymbolFormat
Next video file
Previous video file
It may be necessary to click the 
symbol twice in order to play the 
previous video file.
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External devices
Entertainment
>
Sound is output over the vehicle speakers.
> The volume of the sound output depends 
on the device. If necessary, change the 
volume setting on the device.
> Up to four external devices can be paired 
with the vehicle.
Requirements
>Suitable device. For information, go to 
www.bmwusa.com/bluetooth.
> Device operational.
> Ignition switched on.
> Bluetooth activated in  vehicle, refer to 
page 189, and in the device.
> Activating Bluetooth audio, refer to 
page 189.
> Bluetooth presets in the device are 
required, e.g. connection not confirmed or 
visible, refer to Owner's Manual for the 
device.
> A number with at least 4 and at most 
16 digits has been established as the 
Bluetooth passkey. Only required once for 
pairing.
Pairing and connecting
Only pair the device  when the vehicle is 
stopped; otherwise, inattention may lead 
to endangerment of passengers or other road 
users. <
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Bluetooth® (audio)"
3. "Bluetooth® audio" if applicable
4. "Add new phone"
The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is 
displayed. 5.
To perform other operations on the device, 
refer to the owner's ma nual for the device: 
e.g. search for and connect Bluetooth 
device or a new device.
The Bluetooth name of the vehicle appears 
on the device's display.
6. Select the Bluetooth na me of the vehicle on 
the device's display.
You will be prompted by  iDrive or the device 
to enter the same Bluetooth passkey.
7. Enter the passkey and confirm.
8. Select desired functions with which the 
device is to be connected, e.g. "Audio".
9. "OK"
If the pairing was successful, the device is 
displayed as connected.
symbol displayed in white: device is active 
as an audio source.
If the pairing was not succ e s s f u l :  w h a t  t o  d o  i f … ,  
refer to page 183.
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EntertainmentExternal devices
Connecting a particular device
A device that has already been paired can be 
connected as an active audio source.
Connection is not possible if a data exchange is 
currently taking place via a mobile phone that is 
connected via Bluetooth.
Prerequisite
If necessary, activate the audio connection of 
the desired device from the list of paired 
devices.
1."CD/Multimedia"
2. "Bluetooth® (audio)"
3. "Bluetooth® audio" if applicable
4. Select the desired device from the list of 
paired devices.
5. Open "Options".
6. "Configure phone"
7. Activate "Audio".
8. "OK"
Connecting a device
1."CD/Multimedia"
2. "Bluetooth® (audio)"
3. "Bluetooth® audio" if applicable
4. Select the desired device from the list of 
paired devices.
symbol displayed in whit e: device is active 
as an audio source.
Playback
General information
> The display of track information depends on 
the device.
> Operation via the device or iDrive are both 
possible.
> Playback is interrupted  if a data exchange is 
taking place with a mobile phone that is 
connected via Bluetooth.
Starting playback
1. Connect device.
2. "CD/Multimedia"
3. "External devices"
4. Select the  symbol.
5. Select the desired title from the list.
Playback menu
Depending on the device, all functions may not 
be available.
SymbolFunction
Next track
Fast forward: press and hold the 
symbol.
Previous track
Reverse: press and hold the symbol.
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External devices
Entertainment
Disconnecting an audio connection
1.
"CD/Multimedia"
2. "Bluetooth® (audio)"
3. Select the desired device from the list of 
connected devices.
4. Open "Options".
5. "Configure phone"
6. "Audio"
7. "OK"
With a mobile phone, on ly the audio connection 
is disconnected. All ot her connections remain 
active.
Unpairing device
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Bluetooth® (audio)"
3. "Bluetooth® audio" if applicable
4. Highlight the device to be unpaired.
5. Open "Options".
6. "Remove phone from list"
What to do if…
Information about suitable  devices is available 
at www.bmwusa.com/bluetooth.
Suitable mobile phones, refer to page 188.
> Device not supported by vehicle.
If necessary, perform a software update, 
refer to page 184.
> Device could not be paired or connected.
Do the Bluetooth passk eys on the device 
and vehicle match? Enter the same passkey 
on the device and via iDrive. Is the passkey input taking longer than 
30 seconds? Repeat the pairing procedure.
Are too many Bluetooth devices connected 
to the device or to th
e vehicle? If necessary, 
delete the connections  with other devices.
Is the mobile phone in power economy 
mode or does it only have a small amount of 
battery charge remaining? Charge the 
mobile phone in the snap-in adapter or via a 
charging cable.
Depending on the mobile  phone, it may only 
be possible to connect  one device to the 
vehicle. Unpair the connected device from 
the vehicle and only pair and connect one 
device.
Is the device no longer responding? Switch 
the device off and back on again.
Repeat the pairing procedure.
> No music can be played.
Start the program for pl aying music files on 
the device and if necessary, select a track 
via the device.
Activate and deactivate the radio mute on 
the radio control panel.
> Music files only play quietly.
Adjust volume settings on the device.
> Playback is interrupted by the press of a 
button or other messages on the device.
Switch off key tones and other acoustic 
signal on the device.
> Playback is interrupted by a phone call or 
traffic report and does not automatically 
continue.
Activate and deactivate the radio mute on 
the radio control panel.
> Playback is not possible when the mobile 
phone is connected via Bluetooth audio and 
at the same time via the extended connec-
tivity of the music player in the mobile 
phone.
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CommunicationsTe l e p h o n e
Telephone
Vehicle equipment
In this chapter, all production, country, and 
optional equipment that is offered in the model 
range is described. Equipment is also described 
that is not available because of, for example, 
selected options or country version. This also 
applies to safety related functions and systems.
Overview
The concept
Mobile phones or other external devices, e.g. 
audio players, can be connected to the vehicle 
via Bluetooth.
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of 
Bluetooth® SIG, Inc.
After being paired once, when the ignition is 
switched on, these devices are automatically 
detected as soon as they are present in the 
vehicle and can be controlled via iDrive, by the 
buttons on the steering wheel, and by voice.
Depending on whether they are functioning as a 
telephone and/or as an audio source, external 
devices can be used via the vehicle. The tele-
phone functions will be described below. Oper-
ation of audio functions, refer to page 180.
Up to four external devices can be paired.
It may be necessary for some functions to be 
activated by the mobile  phone provider or 
service provider.
Only make entries when  traffic conditions 
permit. Do not hold the mobile phone in 
your hand while you are driving; use the hands-
free system instead. Otherwise, you may 
endanger vehicle occupants and other road 
users. <
Snap-in adapter
The snap-in adapter makes it possible:
>Accommodate the mobile phone.
> Recharge its battery.
> Connect it to an external antenna of the 
vehicle.
This assures a better  network connection 
and constant sound quality.
Suitable mobile phones
For precise information about which mobile 
phones and external devices with a Bluetooth 
interface are supported  by the mobile phone 
preparation, go to www.bmwusa.com/
bluetooth.
Displaying vehicl e identification 
number and software part number
Checking which mobile phones are supported 
by the mobile phone pr eparation requires the 
vehicle identification number and software part 
number. The software ve rsion of the mobile 
phone may also be required.
1. "Telephone"
2. Open "Options".
3. "Bluetooth® info"
4. "Display system information"
With a certain software  version, these suitable 
mobile phones support the vehicle functions 
described below.
With other mobile phones or software versions, 
malfunctions may occur.
A mobile phone that is connected to the vehicle 
should not be operated via the mobile phone 
keypad; otherwise, ma lfunctions may occur.
It is possible to perform a software update, refer 
to page 184.
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