BMW 3 Series 2018-2023 Owners Manual: Displays and control elements

BMW 3 Series 2018-2023 Owners Manual / Entering / Displays and control elements

In the vicinity of the steering wheel

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Light switch element
Turn signal indicator, high beams
Instrument cluster
Wipers

Indicator/warning lights

Instrument cluster

The indicator/warning lights can light up in a variety of combinations and colors.

Several of the lights are checked for proper functioning and light up temporarily when the engine is started or standby state is switched on.

Driver's door

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Power windows
Central locking system
Seats, comfort features
Exterior mirrors
Opening/closing trunk lid

Switch console

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Selector lever/gearshift lever
Controller
Parking brake, Automatic Hold
Driving Dynamics Control
Start/Stop button
Assistance systems

iDrive

Concept

iDrive includes a large number of functions.

These functions can be operated via the Controller and, depending on the equipment version, via touchscreen, voice activation system or gesture control.

Buttons on the Controller

Opens the main menu.

Opens the Apps menu.

Opens the Communication menu.

Opens the Media/Radio menu.

Opens destination input menu for navigation.

Opens navigation map.

Opens the previous display.

Opens the Options menu.

Voice activation

Activating the voice activation system

1. Press the button on the steering wheel.

2. Wait for the signal.

3. Say the command.

The symbol on the Control Display indicates that the voice activation system is active.

If no other commands are possible, operate the function via iDrive.

Terminating the voice activation system

Press the button on the steering wheel or ›Cancel‹.

Comfort Access

Concept The vehicle can be accessed without operating the vehicle key. Carrying the vehicle key with you, e.g., in your pants pocket, is sufficient. The vehicle automatically detects the vehicle key ...

Set-up and use

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Other materials:

Reassembly
1. INSTALL LIGHT CONTROL ECU (DISCHARGE HEADLIGHT) Install a new headlight leveling motor base packing. Install the headlight leveling motor assembly as shown in the illustration. Connect the connector with the claw Install the light control ECU with the 2 ...

Canceling the rear moon roof operation (vehicles with the rear moon roof)
Press the switch to disable the rear moon roof operation from the rear seat. Pressing the switch again will enable the operation again. The moon roof can be operated when The engine switch is in the “ON” position (vehicles without a smart key system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles ...

Inspection
1. INSPECT THERMOSTAT (a) Inspect the thermostat. HINT: The valve opening temperature is inscribed on the thermostat. (b) Immerse the thermostat in water and gradually heat the water. (c) Check the valve opening temperature. Valve opening temperature: 80 to 84°C (176 to 183°F) ...