The concept

The iDrive combines the functions of a multitude of switches. Thus, these functions can be operated from a central location.

Using the iDrive during a trip Using the iDrive during a trip

To avoid becoming distracted and posing an unnecessary hazard to your vehicle's occupants and to other road users, never attempt to use the controls or enter information unless traffic and road conditions allow this.

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    Pinch protection
    If the closing force exceeds a specific value as a window closes, the closing action is interrupted. The window reopens slightly. Danger of pinching even with pinch protection Even with the pinc ...

    Example: dialing a phone number
    1. Briefly press the button on the steering wheel. 2. ›Dial number‹ The system says: »Please say the number« 3. E.g., ›123 456 790‹ The system says: »123 456 790. Continue? « 4. ›Dial‹ T ...

    Temperature
    Turn the wheel to set the desired temperature. Turn the wheel to set the desired temperature. The automatic climate control achieves this temperature as quickly as possible, if necessary w ...