BMW X5: Operation via touchpad
General information
Some iDrive functions can be operated using the
touchpad on the Controller.
Selecting functions
1. "CAR".
2. "Settings".
3. "General settings".
4. "Touchpad".
5. Select the desired setting.
Entering letters and numbers
- Enter characters as they are displayed on the
Control Display.
- Always enter associated characters, such as
accents or periods so that the letter can be
clearly recognized.
- The set language determines what input is
possible. Where necessary, enter special
characters via the Controller.
Entering special characters
Using the map
The map in the navigation system can be moved
via the touchpad.
Using alphabetical lists
Alphabetical lists with more than 30 entries permit
a direct jump to letters for which an entry exists.
Enter the first letter on the touchpad.
The first entry of the entered letter is displayed in
the list.
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General information
The Control Display is equipped with a touchscreen.
You can tap on menu items and widgets. Touch
the touchscreen with your fingers. Do not use
any objects.
Opening the main menu
Principle
The BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant is a personal
assistant that enables natural voice operation
of various vehicle functions. The Personal
Assistant simplifies the operation of the vehic
Activating the voice control
system
General information
There are various methods for activating the
voice control feature:
Press the button on the steering
wheel.
The microphone on the driver's s
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Principle
The wireless charging tray enables the following
wireless functions:
Charging the rechargeable battery of a mobile
phone with Qi capability and of other mobile
devices, which support the Qi standard.
Charging the BMW Display key.
General information
When inserting the mobile phone, m
Special tools required:
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
Mount securing fixture for vehicle on lifting platform.
Remove rear wheels.
Tension both coil springs (and leave on vehicle).
Remove complete exhaust system and partially deta