BMW 3: 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
touchpad on the Controller.
Operation
- Turn to switch between menu items, for example.
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- Press to select a menu item, for example.
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- Tilt in four directions to switch between displays,
for example.
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Buttons on the Controller
Opens the main menu.
Opens the Apps menu.
Opens the Communication menu.
Opens the Media/Radio menu.
Opens destination input menu for
navigation.
Opens navigation map.
Opens the previous display.
Opens the Options menu.
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Opening the main menu
Press the button.
The main menu is displayed.
Selecting a menu
Selecting menu items
1. Turn the Controller until the desired menu
item is highlighted.
2. Press the Controller.
General information
Some iDrive functions can be operated using the
touchpad on the Controller.
Selecting functions
Via iDrive:
1. "CAR".
2. "Settings".
3. "General settings".
4. "Touchpad".
5. Se
General information
The Control Display is equipped with a touchscreen.
You can tap on menu items and widgets. Touch
the screen with your fingers. Do not use any objects.
Opening the main menu
Tap o
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Display in the instrument cluster
The indicator light lights up and
a signal
sounds. Make sure that the safety belts
are positioned correctly. The safety belt
reminder can also be activated if objects are
placed on the front passenger seat.
Safety belt reminder for rear
seats
General information
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CarPlay allows certain functions of a compatible
Apple iPhone to be used via Siri voice operation
and iDrive.
General information
Depending on the country-specific version, Car‐
Play may not be available. Contact a dealer's
service center or another qualified service center
or repair shop