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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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
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
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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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.
Safety information
Warning
The system is designed to operate in certain
conditions and circumstances. Due to conditions
or other factors, the system may not respond.
There may be a risk of accident or risk
of damage to property. Actively intervene as
warranted. Refer to the information in this Own