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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    Starting the engine
    Automatic transmission Starting the engine 1. Depress the brake pedal. 2. Press the Start/Stop button. The ignition is activated automatically for a certain time and is stopped as soon as the e ...

    Address book
    Selecting a destination from the address book 1. "Navigation" 2. "Address book" Contacts with addresses are displayed if these have been checked as destinations from among th ...

    Switching the interior lamps on and off
    Press the button. To switch off permanently: press the button for approx. 3 seconds. Switch back on: press button. ...