The concept

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

To avoid becoming distracted and posing 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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    General information
    Take the remote control with you Take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that children, for example, cannot operate the power windows and injure themselves.◀ Pow ...

    Overview, instrument cluster
    1 Fuel gauge 2 Speedometer 3 Indicator/warning lamps 4 Tachometer 5 Engine oil temperature 6 Electronic displays 7 Display/reset miles ...

    Changing between panels
    After a menu item is selected, e.g., "Radio", a new panel is displayed. Panels can overlap. ▷ Move the controller to the left. The current panel is closed and the previous panel ...