BMW 3 Owners & Service Manuals

BMW 3: Operating concept

Concept

iDrive includes a large number of functions.

These functions can be operated via the Controller and, depending on the equipment version, via touchscreen, voice activation system or gesture control.

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 situation allows. As warranted, stop and use the systems and devices while the vehicle is stationary.

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 Input and display

Main menu General information 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 prov

 Programmable memory buttons

General information The iDrive functions can be stored on the programmable memory buttons and called up directly, for instance radio stations, navigation destinations, phone numbers and menu entries o

 Control Display and Controller

Concept The iDrive functions are displayed on the Control Display. The Control Display can be operated using the Controller, touchpad, and touch screen. Overview Control Display with touchscreen C

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 Data protection

Data transfer Concept The vehicle offers different services, whose use requires a data transfer to BMW or a service provider. The data transfer can be deactivated for some services. General information When the data transfer is deactivated, the respective service cannot be used. Only make these se

 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. FAT32 and exFAT are the recommended formats. A connected USB storage device will be supplied with ch

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