BMW 3 Series 2018-2023 Owners Manual: Functional requirements
- Compatible device, with Bluetooth interface.
- The vehicle key is in the vehicle.
- The device is ready for operation.
- Bluetooth is switched on in the vehicle and on the device.
- The pairing readiness is displayed on the Control Display.
- Bluetooth presettings, such as visibility, may be required on the device; refer to the owner's manual of the device.
Switching on Bluetooth
Via iDrive:
1. "COM".
2. "Mobile devices".
3. Move the Controller to the right.
4. "Settings".
5. "Bluetooth".
6. Select setting.
Activating/deactivating telephone functions
To use all supported functions of a mobile phone, activate the desired functions in the vehicle prior to pairing the mobile phone with the vehicle as needed.
Via iDrive:
1. "COM".
2. "Personalize menu".
3. Select the desired settings, for instance "Text messages".
Pairing the mobile device with the vehicle
Via iDrive:
1. "COM".
2. "Mobile devices".
3. Move the Controller to the right.
4. "New device".
5. "Phone calls and audio".
The vehicle's Bluetooth name is displayed on the Control Display.
6. On the mobile device, search for Bluetooth devices in the vicinity and select the vehicle.
A control number is displayed.
7. Compare the control number displayed on the Control Display with the control number on the display of the mobile device, and confirm that the two match.
8. Select Bluetooth connection if necessary: "Use BMW iDrive for phone calls, Bluetooth audio, and apps." The mobile device is connected to the vehicle and displayed in the device list.
Frequently Asked Questions
All requirements are met and all required steps
were completed in the specified order. Despite
that, the mobile device does not function as expected.
In this case, the following explanations can help ...
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Fold Lock Switch Circuit
DESCRIPTION
Each of the left and right seats has a fold lock switch that detects the lock
condition of the seat legs and
floor when the seat is in the stowed state. If the fold lock switch detects an
unlock condition, the 3rd SEAT
indicator on the combination meter will come on.
WIRING DIAGR ...
Inspection procedure
1 BASIC INSPECTION
Check the conditions necessary for the power slide door
to open:
Power slide door main switch is in the ON position
(switch free: orange paint on the top of the switch
appears).
Slide door is unlocked (door lock position switch is
in the ON position when ...
Throttle / Pedal Position Sensor / Switch "A"
HINT:
These DTCs relate to the Throttle Position (TP) sensor.
DESCRIPTION
HINT:
This ETC (Electrical Throttle Control System) does not use a throttle cable.
The Throttle Position (TP) sensor is mounted on the throttle body, and detects
the opening angle of the
throttle valve. This sens ...
