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:
USB audio interface/mobile phone
audio interface
At a glance
It is possible to connect external audio devices.
They can be operated via iDrive. The sound is
output on the vehicle loudspeakers.
Connectors for external devices
▷ Connection ...
Continuing destination guidance
If the destination was not reached during the last trip, destination guidance
can be resumed.
"Resume guidance" ...
The concept
The following can be displayed or operated using
the buttons and the thumbwheel on the
steering wheel and the display in the instrument
cluster:
▷ Current audio source.
▷ Programs ...