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
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.◀
See also:
Malfunctions
Steering wheel vibration
Frequent activation of the steering wheel vibration
causes the system to overheat.
This causes the lane departure warning to become
deactivated.
Let the system cool and ...
The concept
The following can be operated using the buttons
and the thumbwheel on the steering wheel:
Current audio source.
Redial on telephone*.
Activation of the voice activation system*.
...
Programmable memory buttons
General information
The iDrive functions can be stored on the programmable
memory buttons and called up directly,
e.g., radio stations, navigation destinations,
phone numbers and entry points i ...