BMW 3: Functional requirements
- Compatible device, with Bluetooth interface.
- The vehicle key is in the vehicle.
- The device is ready for operation.
- Bluetooth is switched on in the vehicle and on the device.
- The pairing readiness is displayed on the Control Display.
- Bluetooth presettings, such as visibility, may be required on the device; refer to the owner's manual of the device.
Switching on Bluetooth
Via iDrive:
1. "COM".
2. "Mobile devices".
3. Move the Controller to the right.
4. "Settings".
5. "Bluetooth".
6. Select setting.
Activating/deactivating telephone functions
To use all supported functions of a mobile phone, activate the desired functions in the vehicle prior to pairing the mobile phone with the vehicle as needed.
Via iDrive:
1. "COM".
2. "Personalize menu".
3. Select the desired settings, for instance "Text messages".
Pairing the mobile device with the vehicle
Via iDrive:
1. "COM".
2. "Mobile devices".
3. Move the Controller to the right.
4. "New device".
5. "Phone calls and audio".
The vehicle's Bluetooth name is displayed on the Control Display.
6. On the mobile device, search for Bluetooth devices in the vicinity and select the vehicle.
A control number is displayed.
7. Compare the control number displayed on the Control Display with the control number on the display of the mobile device, and confirm that the two match.
8. Select Bluetooth connection if necessary: "Use BMW iDrive for phone calls, Bluetooth audio, and apps." The mobile device is connected to the vehicle and displayed in the device list.
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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
USB connection
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
WiFi hotspot
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
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Using this Owner's Manual
Orientation
The fastest way to find information on a particular
topic is by using the index.
An initial overview of the vehicle is provided in
the first chapter.
Validity of the Owner's Manual
Production of the vehicle
At the time of production at the plant, the printed
Owner's Manual is the most c
Climate control
Automatic climate control
Temperature.
Recirculated-air mode.
Maximum cooling.
AUTO program.
Air distribution, manual.
Switching off.
Defrost and defog the
windshield.
Rear window defroster.
Seat heating.
Climate control operation.
Air flow, manual.
Automatic climate control with
enhanced
