BMW 318D, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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iDrive
Vehicle equipment
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and special equipment available for the
model series. It may therefore describe equip‐
ment and functions which are not installed in
your vehicle, for example on account of the op‐
tional equipment selected or the country variant.
This also applies to safety-relevant functions and
systems. Please comply with the relevant laws
and regulations when using the corresponding
functions and systems.
Operating concept
Principle
iDrive comprises a wide range of functions.
These functions can be operated using the Con‐
troller and, depending on the equipment version,
the touchscreen, voice control system or Ges‐
ture Control.
Safety note
WARNING
Operating integrated information systems and
communication devices during a journey may
distract you from the road. You could lose con‐
trol of the vehicle. There is a risk of accident.
Only operate the systems or devices if the traf‐
fic conditions allow you to do so. Stop if neces‐
sary and operate the systems or devices with
the vehicle at a standstill.
Entry and display
Main menu
General
The main menu is divided into two areas. The
left area contains menu items that can be used
to call up all the iDrive functions. The right area
contains widgets that provide quick access to
certain functions.
Media/Radio
All of the entertainment system functions, for
example radio and TV stations, connection with
external devices and music collection.
Communication
Telephone and message functions, e-mail
and calendar, as well as the connection and
management of mobile devices such as smart‐
phones.
Navigation
Access to navigation system, destination en‐
try and traffic information. Configurable map
views as well as other functions such as Points of
Interest and avoid areas.
My vehicle
Information on vehicle status and journeys.
Access to the integrated Owner's Handbook as
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