BMW 3: 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 or pages in the Integrated Owner's Manual.
Settings are stored for the driver profile currently used.
Overview
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- Programmable memory buttons
Storing a function
A function can be stored on a programmable memory button. A button with a stored function can be overwritten with another function.
1. Select function via iDrive.
2. 
Press and hold the desired
button
until the displayed bar on the Control Display
has loaded completely.
Executing a function
Press the button.
The function will work immediately. This means, for instance that the number is dialed when a phone number is selected.
Displaying the key assignment
Touch buttons with finger. Do not wear gloves or use objects.
The button assignment is displayed at the top edge of screen.
Deleting all button assignments
All button assignments can be deleted.
1. Press and hold buttons 1 and 8 at the same time.
2. "OK".
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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
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Control Display
Safety information
NOTICE Objects in the area in the front of the Control
Display can shift and damage the Control Display.
There is a risk of damage to property. Do
not place objects in the area in
Controller
General information
The buttons can be used to open the menus directly.
The Controller can be used to select
menu items and enter the settings.
Some iDrive functions can be operated using the
touchp
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Additional functions
General information
Depending on the mobile phone and the installed
apps, the following contents of the mobile
phone are transmitted to the vehicle:
Contacts.
Short messages.
Data transfer can take several minutes.
Certain functions may need to be enabled by the
mobile phone provider or service
Jump-starting
General information
If the battery is discharged, the engine can be
started using the battery of another vehicle and
two jumper cables. Only use jumper cables with
fully insulated clamp handles.
Safety information
DANGER
Contact with live components can lead to an
electric shock. There is a risk of
