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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    Tachometer
    Never force the engine speed up into the red warning field, see arrow. In this range, the fuel supply is interrupted to protect the engine. ...

    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 ...

    Time
    The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use. Setting the time zone 1. "Settings" 2. "Time/Date" Time/Date 3. "Time zone:" 4. Select the desi ...