BMW 3: Frequently Asked Questions
All requirements are met and all required steps
were completed in the specified order. Despite
that, the mobile device does not function as expected.
In this case, the following explanations can help:
Why could the mobile phone not be paired or
connected?
- There are too many Bluetooth devices connected
to the mobile phone or vehicle.
In the vehicle, delete Bluetooth connections
with other devices.
Delete the Bluetooth connection from the device
list on the mobile phone and start a new
device search.
Too many Bluetooth devices with the same
function are paired.
- The mobile phone is in power-save mode or
has only a limited remaining battery life.
Charge the mobile phone and deactivate the
power-save mode where required.
Why does the mobile phone no longer react?
Why can phone functions not be used via iDrive?
Why are no or not all phone book entries displayed
or why are they incomplete?
- Transmission of the phone book entries is
not yet complete.
- It is possible that only the phone book entries
of the mobile phone or the SIM card are
transmitted.
- It may not be possible to display phone book
entries with special characters.
- It may not be possible to transmit contacts
from social networks.
- The number of phone book entries to be
transmitted is too high.
- Data volume of the contact too large, for instance
due to stored information such as
notes.
Reduce the data volume of the contact.
- A mobile phone can only be connected as
audio source or as telephone.
Configure the mobile phone and connect it
with the telephone function.
- Contact was created in the contact list of the
phone after the last synchronization.
Synchronize contacts again: "Reload
contacts"
How can the phone connection quality be improved?
- Adjust the strength of the Bluetooth signal on
the mobile phone, depending on the mobile
phone.
- Insert the mobile phone into the wireless
charging tray.
- Adjust the volume of the microphone separately
in the sound settings.
If all points in this list have been checked and the
required function is still not available, contact the
hotline, a dealer's service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
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General information
Mobile devices with a USB port are connected to
the USB interface.
Mobile phones.
Audio devices such as MP3 players.
USB storage devices.
Common file systems are supported. FA
Concept
Compatible devices with WiFi interface can use
the Internet connection of the vehicle via the
WiFi hotspot.
General information
Up to 10 devices can be connected to the
WiFi hotspot simultaneo
Concept
CarPlay allows certain functions of a compatible
Apple iPhone to be used via Siri voice operation
and iDrive.
Functional requirements
Compatible iPhone.
iPhone 5 or later with iOS 7.1 or la
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If the driver adjusts a desired temperature at the IHKA controls, the IHKA
calculates a corresponding
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electrical heating.
There is a coolant temperature sensor at the electrical heating output for this
purpose. This way
Hazard warning flashers
The button is located in the center console.
Breakdown assistance
BMW Roadside Assistance
Via iDrive:
1. "APPS".
2. "Installed apps".
3. "BMW Assist".
4. If necessary, "BMW Roadside Assistance".
A voice connection is established.
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