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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