BMW 3: System limits
- Certain noises can be detected and may lead
to problems. Keep the doors, windows, and
glass sunroof closed.
- Noises from the front passenger or the rear
seat bench can impair the system. Avoid
making other noise in the vehicle while
speaking.
- Major language dialects can cause problems
with the voice recognition feature. Speak loud
and clear.
Using the voice activation
system of the smartphone
A smartphone connected to the vehicle can be
used via voice activation.
Activate voice command response on the smartphone
for this purpose.
1.
Press and hold the button on
the
steering wheel for approx. 3 seconds.
Voice command response is activated on the
smartphone.
2.
Release the button.
If activation is successful, a confirmation appears
on the Control Display.
If it was not possible to activate voice command
response, the list of Bluetooth devices appears
on the Control Display.
Amazon Alexa Car Integration
Concept
Alexa is a digital assistant by Amazon. With Amazon
Alexa Car Integration, Alexa can be used in
the vehicle.
General information
Some of the Alexa functions are limited in the vehicle
to prevent any impairment of safety while
driving.
Functional requirements
- Amazon Alexa Car Integration purchased via
ConnectedDrive Store.
- The ConnectedDrive account in the vehicle is
the same as in the BMW Connected app.
- The vehicle is connected in the BMW Connected
app.
- Amazon account and BMW account are connected
in the BMW Connected app.
- Bluetooth connection or USB connection between
vehicle and mobile device is active.
Activation in the BMW Connected
app
The Amazon Alexa Car Integration is activated in
the BMW Connected app.
Follow the instructions in the app.
Activation in the vehicle
An authorization for the use of Amazon Alexa Car
Integration is required every time before starting
a trip.
1. Authorizing Amazon Alexa Car Integration:
- Pair mobile device with the vehicle via
Bluetooth.
- Select driver profile.
2. Say activation word ›Alexa‹ and desired command.
Information about the active function is displayed
on the Control Display.
Malfunction
In case of a malfunction, switch off the vehicle
and start the engine again.
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BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant is the personal
assistant that expands the voice activation
function to include additional functions that improve
interaction in the vehicle.
General informa
Concept
Several iDrive functions can be operated by hand
motion using BMW Gesture Control.
Overview
The camera in the roofliner detects gestures that
are carried out in the area of the center console
Concept
Remote Software Upgrade can be used to update
the software of the vehicle. Remote Software
Upgrade makes new functions, functional
enhancements or quality improvements available.
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General information
Up to 30 trips can be stored in the trip list. If necessary,
delete existing trips to be able to store
new trips.
Storing
The destination guidance for the tip must be active.
1. Press the button on the
Controller.
2. "Destination options".
3. "Save trip".
4. Enter the name.
The charging socket of the G20 PHEV is located on the front left side panel.
The charging socket
cover is locked and unlocked using an electric motor. This electric motor drive
is controlled by the
convenience charging electronics. The charging socket cover can be opened only
in selector lev