BMW M3 SEDAN, Owner'S Manual

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Function Connection type Symbol in the
device list
Apple CarPlay:
Using apps via iDrive and via voice op‐
eration. Bluetooth and WLAN.
Android Auto:
Using apps via iDrive and via voice op‐
eration. Bluetooth and WLAN.
The following connection types require one-time
pairing with the vehicle:
▷ Bluetooth.
▷ WLAN.
Paired devices are automatically recognized later
on and connected to the vehicle.
Safety information
Warning
Operating the integrated information systems
and communication devices while driving can
distract from traffic. It is possible to lose control
of the vehicle. There is a risk of accident. Only
use the systems or devices when the traffic sit‐
uation allows. As warranted, stop and use the
systems and devices while the vehicle is sta‐
tionary.
Compatible devices
General information
Information on mobile devices compatible with
the vehicle can be found at www.bmwusa.com/
bluetooth.
Malfunctions may occur with devices not listed
or deviating software versions.
Displaying the vehicle identification
number and software part number
When looking for compatible devices, you may
have to state the vehicle identification number
and the software part number. These numbers
can be displayed in the vehicle.
1. "COM"
2. "Mobile devices"
3. Move the Controller to the right.
4. "Settings"
5. "Bluetooth® info"
6. "System information"
Managing mobile devices
General information
▷ After one-time pairing, the devices are auto‐
matically recognized and reconnected when
standby state is switched on.
▷ After stored content on the SIM card or the
mobile phone, such as contacts, has been
detected, the data is transmitted to the vehi‐
cle and can be used via iDrive.
▷ For some devices, certain settings are neces‐
sary, for instance authorization; see the own‐
er's manual of the device.
Displaying the device list
All devices paired with or connected to the vehi‐
cle are displayed in the device list.
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