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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Airbags
Front airbag, driver
Front airbag, front passenger
Head airbag
Side airbag
Knee airbag
Front airbags
Front airbags help protect the driver and the
front passenger by responding to frontal impacts
in which safety belts alone would not provide adequate
protection.
Side airbag
In the event of a
Possible commands
General information
Most contents on the Control Display can be
spoken as commands, e.g. menu items or list entries.
Speak these list entries out loud exactly as
they are shown in the list.
Say the commands and numbers with normal
volume, emphasis, and speed.
The status of the voice recognition i
