BMW 5 Series: Controls at a glance
The concept
The iDrive combines the functions of a multitude
of switches. Thus, these functions can be operated
from a central location.
Using the iDrive during a trip
To avoid becoming distracted and posi ...
Controls
Controls at a glance
1. Control Display
2. Controller with buttons
The buttons can be used to open the menus
directly. The controller can be used to select
menu items and create the settings. ...
See also:
Current fuel consumption
Displays the current fuel
consumption.
You can check
whether you are currently driving
in an efficient and environmentally-
friendly manner.
Displaying the current fuel
consumption
1. &q ...
Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Tones
The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can send numbers and the numbers stored as name tags during a call.
Use this feature when calling a menu-driven phone system.
Account numbers can also be stored for u ...
Rearview mirror (if so equipped)
The night position 1 reduces glare from the
headlights of vehicles behind you at night.
Use the day position 2 when driving in daylight
hours.
WARNING
Use the night position only when necessary ...
