BMW iDrive and Connectivity Technologies - FAQ

BMW iDrive and Connectivity Technologies

BMW has always been synonymous with technology and with the new iDrive and Connectivity Technologies that come standard on every BMW in our new inventory, questions are going to arise. Continue reading to learn more about these great features.;

How do I pair my iPhone with my vehicle?

1. On your, iPhone go to your settings icon and make sure that Bluetooth is engaged.
2. While sitting in the vehicle, navigate to the Communication menu in iDrive. Select Manage mobile devices and then Connect new device
3. Under the select function, choose Telephone.
4. On the Connection via Bluetooth screen, you will find your vehicle's ID, i.e. BMW8888
5. Under the Bluetooth section of Settings on your phone, please select the vehicle ID that corresponds with the one found on the display.
6. After you have selected your BMWs ID, allow the phone to get connected. You will notice a popup message appear on the iDrive screen. Hit Ok
7. The phone will also have a popup message saying Pair.
8. Your phone should be paired with your vehicle through a Bluetooth connection.

How do I pair my Android Phone with my vehicle?

1. On your Android device, make sure that Bluetooth is engaged.
2. While sitting in the vehicle, navigate to the Communication menu in iDrive. Select Manage mobile devices and then Connect new device
3. Under the select function, choose Telephone.
4. On the Connection via Bluetooth screen, you will find your vehicle's ID, i.e. BMW8888
5. Under the Bluetooth section of Settings on your phone, please select the vehicle ID that corresponds with the one found on the display.
6. After you have selected your BMWs ID, allow the phone to get connected. You will notice a popup message appear on the iDrive screen. Hit Ok
7. The phone will also have a popup message saying Pair.
8. Your phone should be paired with your vehicle through a Bluetooth connection.

What does extended Bluetooth and USB provide?

If you have more than two compatible Bluetooth devices and a mobile audio player, you are able to pair them all via Bluetooth at the same time.

How do I pair my iPhone and enable Apple CarPlay?

1. Navigate to the Communication menu in iDrive. Then, select Manage mobile devices followed by Connect new device. Scroll down and choose Apple CarPlay
2. Select Confirm. Your vehicle ID will be displayed BMW 12345
3. Under the General section of Settings on your iPhone, select CarPlay. Match your vehicle ID to the corresponding one listed under Available Cars.
4. After pairing via passcode, wait until CarPlay is connected.

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