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SIM card to the mobile phone if necessary.
> It may not be possible to display phone
book entries with special characters.
Up to four mobile phones can be paired consec- utively. When you pair a fifth mobile phone, the pairing data of the mobile phone for which the pairing data were stored first in the vehicle will be deleted.
Check if pairing is unsuccessful > Is the mobile phone supported by the
mobile phone preparation package? Infor- mation on this subject is also provided on the Internet at: www.bmw.com.
> Do the Bluetooth passkeys on the mobile phone and the vehicle match? The same Bluetooth passkey must be entered both on the mobile phone display and via iDrive.
> Have you required longer than 30 seconds
to enter the Bluetooth passkey?
> Only a limited number of devices can be
connected to the mobile phone. Delete the connection to other devices if necessary.
> The mobile phone no longer reacts? Switch the mobile phone off and then on again or disconnect the power supply.
To repeat pairing: 1. Select "Restart pairing" and press the con-
troller.
2. Repeat steps 9 to 14. If pairing was repeatedly unsuccessful, contact BMW Customer Relations. To call the BMW Customer Relations: Select "Help" and press the controller.
The phone number of BMW Customer Rela- tions and information required for pairing is shown on the display. With mobile phones already paired, you can select the phone num- ber of BMW Customer Relations to establish the connection.
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List of paired mobile phones The mobile phones for which the vehicle has stored the pairing data can be displayed. If sev- eral paired mobile phones are detected by the vehicle simultaneously, you can operate the mobile phone highest up in the list via the vehi- cle. You can change the order of the mobile phones in the list. As long as a mobile phone is selected in this list, the mobile phones cannot be oper- ated via the vehicle. iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. button to open the start 1. Press the
menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Select "Settings" and press the controller. 4. Select "Bluetooth" and press the controller. 5. Change into the second field from the top,
select "Phone" and press the controller.
6. Select the desired mobile phone.
With two drives: > Move the controller to the rear to change
into the bottom field.
> Select the desired mobile phone and
press the controller.
With a single drive: > Select the desired mobile phone and
press the controller.
7. Select "Move device up" and press the con-
troller.
The selected mobile phone is moved upward by one position.
Unpairing mobile phone from vehicle If you no longer want to operate a mobile phone via the vehicle, you can delete the pairing data of the mobile phone. iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. 1. Switch off the mobile phone. 2. Press the
button to open the start
menu.
3. Press the controller to open the menu. 4. Select "Settings" and press the controller. 5. Select "Bluetooth" and press the controller.
"Bluetooth" is selected.
6. Change into the second field from the top,
select "Phone" and press the controller.
7. Select the desired mobile phone.
With two drives: > Move the controller to the rear to change
into the bottom field.
> Select the desired mobile phone and
press the controller.
With a single drive: > Select the desired mobile phone and
press the controller.
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5. Select "Bluetooth" and press the controller.
8. Select "Delete device" and press the con-
troller.
6. Change into the second field from the top, select "Settings" and press the controller.
The unpaired mobile phone is deleted from the list. The phone book entries and the lists of stored phone numbers are also deleted.
Activating/deactivating Bluetooth link Bluetooth technology is not approved in all countries. Observe the applicable local
regulations. Temporarily deactivate the Blue- tooth link between the vehicle and the mobile phone if necessary. If the Bluetooth link is deactivated, you cannot operate your mobile phone via the vehicle and other devices with a Bluetooth interface can be used via the mobile phone, e.g. a laptop com- puter.< To temporarily deactivate the Bluetooth link between your vehicle and your mobile phone: 1. Remove the mobile phone from the cradle
and switch it off.
2. Press the
button to open the start
menu.
3. Press the controller to open the menu. 4. Select "Settings" and press the controller.
7. Select "Bluetooth communication active"
and press the controller to activate or deac- tivate the link.
The Bluetooth link is activated. The Bluetooth link is deactivated.
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To optimize the speech quality during a call, we recommend that you: > Reduce background noises, e.g. by closing the windows, reducing the air volume of the automatic climate control or pointing the opened front vent outlets downward > Reduce volume of hands-free system
Requirements > The logon data of the mobile phone are
stored in the vehicle and the mobile phone is ready to operate.
> The engine is running or the ignition is
switched on.
> The mobile phone is detected by the vehi-
cle.
Opening Communication You operate many of the functions described in the following via the "Communication" menu. iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. 1. Press the button to open the start
menu.
2. Move the controller forward to open "Com-
munication".
Receiving calls If you have the phone number of the caller stored in the phone book and the phone num- ber has been transmitted, the name of the entry is displayed.
Adjusting volume
Turn the knob during a call to select the desired volume. This volume for the hands-free system is main- tained, even if the other audio sources are set to minimum volume. You can also adjust the volume with buttons on the steering wheel, refer to page 11. The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use.
Operation via iDrive You can operate the following functions via iDrive: > Accepting/refusing a call > Dialing phone numbers > Dialing phone numbers from the phone
book
> Dialing stored phone numbers, e.g. from the
list of accepted calls.
> Ending a call When the ignition and radio readiness are switched off, e.g. after removing the remote control from the ignition lock, you can continue an ongoing call via the hands-free system for no more than 25 minutes.
Speech quality If the person you are talking to cannot under- stand you well, this may be due to excessively loud background noises. The full mobile phone preparation package can compensate for these noises to a certain degree.
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button on the steering wheel.
Accepting a call Press the Alternative: "Accept" is selected. Press the controller.
To delete the last digit: Move the controller toward the right to select the arrow ler.
and press the control-
4. Select "Dial number" and press the control-
ler.
Alternative: Press the
button on the steering wheel. For your phone number to be displayed to the person you are calling, the display of phone numbers must be enabled by your service pro- vider.
With programmable memory/ direct selection buttons You can store phone numbers on and call them up with the programmable memory/direct selection buttons, refer to page 21.
Ending a call Press the Alternative: 1. Select the phone number and press the
button on the steering wheel.
controller.
Rejecting a call Select "Reject" and press the controller. The caller is diverted to your mailbox if it has been activated.
Calling
Dialing phone numbers 1. Select "Phone" and press the controller.
2. Select "Dial" and press the controller. 3. Enter the desired phone number by dialing
the individual digits and pressing the con- troller. Always enter the complete phone number consisting of national dialing code, area code, and phone number. The letters correspond to the digits on the keypad of the mobile phone.
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2. "End call" is selected:
Press the controller.
Dialing a phone number from phone book The list "A - Z" is available for your phone book entries. The phone book entries appear on the Control Display. 1. Select "Phone" and press the controller.
Dialing a phone number from phone book or a phone number stored in a list Phone numbers you have called, incoming calls and the entries of the phone book are stored in lists when the mobile phone is connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth. If the caller is entered in the phone book, the name of the entry is dis- played instead of the phone number. You can select the desired subscriber from the list and establish the connection. Five lists are available: > "A - Z"
The entries of the mobile-phone phone book, consisting of the name and phone number, are sorted alphabetically.
> "Top 8"
The eight numbers called most frequently from the phone book "A - Z" are automati- cally stored in the Top 8 list.
> "Redial"
The last eight phone numbers you have dialed are automatically stored. The last number dialed is at the top of the list.
> "Missed calls"
The phone numbers of the last eight calls which were not accepted are stored. This requires the telephone number of the caller to have been sent.
> "Received calls"
The phone numbers of the last eight accepted calls are stored. This requires the telephone number of the caller to have been sent.
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2. Select "A - Z" and press the controller. 3. To limit the number of displayed entries,
select the first letter of the desired entry and press the controller.
4. Select the desired entry and press the con-
troller.
5. Select "Call" and press the controller.
The system dials the number.
If different phone numbers are stored in the mobile phone under one name, e.g. office and home, the name is shown once for each phone number. You can change a phone number stored in the phone book, e.g. to call a specific extension: 1. Select "Phone" and press the controller. 2. Select "A - Z" and press the controller. 3. Select the desired entry and press the con-
troller.
4. Select "Add digits" and press the controller.
5. Change the phone number. 6. Select "Dial number" and press the control-
Deleting individual entries 1. Select the desired entry from the list and
ler.
Dialing a phone number stored in a list To select an entry and establish a connection: 1. Select "Phone" and press the controller. 2. Select list and press the controller:
> "Top 8" > "Redial" > "Missed calls" > "Received calls"
press the controller.
2. Select "Delete" and press the controller.
The entry is deleted.
Deleting entire list 1. Select an entry from the list and press the
controller.
2. Select "Delete all numbers" and press the
controller.
3. Select the desired entry and press the con-
troller.
4. Select "Call" and press the controller.
The system dials the number.
3. Select "Yes" and press the controller.
The list is deleted.
BMW Contact* If you are not enabled for BMW Assist, you can have several service phone numbers displayed: > BMW Roadside Assistance* when you
require breakdown assistance
> BMW center, e.g. when you want to make
an appointment for service
> BMW Customer Relations* for information
on all aspects of your vehicle
If BMW Assist is enabled, refer to page 209.
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You can dial the displayed service phone num- bers if your mobile phone is paired in the vehi- cle: iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller forward to select
"Communication".
3. Select "BMW Contact" and press the con-
troller.
Transmitting phone number via tone dialing method The tone dialing method is required for access to network services or for controlling devices, e.g. remote checking of an answering machine. This function is available when a connection has been established. 1. Establish connection.
4. Select "BMW Contact Numbers" and press
the controller.
2. With a single drive:
Press the controller. Select "Keypad" and press the controller. With two drives: Move the controller backwards until the bottom field is selected.
3. Select the desired character and press the
controller. Each character is sent immediately and confirmed by a tone depending on the mobile phone model.
5. Select one of the following menu items and
press the controller: > "Roadside Assistance" > "Customer Relations" > "Service Request"
6. Select "Call" and press the controller. Contact is established.
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Changing between mobile phone and hands-free system
From mobile phone to hands-free system* You can continue calls begun outside the Blue- tooth range of the vehicle via the hands-free system when the motor is running or the igni- tion is switched on. Depending on your mobile phone, the system automatically changes over to the hands-free mode. For mobile phones that do not automatically change over to the hands-free mode: > Depending on the mobile phone model
used, the conversation can be continued via the hands-free system if necessary. Act according to what is shown on the mobile phone display, refer to the operating instructions of your mobile phone.
> Press the
button above the storage compartment. Changing over may take sev- eral seconds.
From hands-free system to mobile phone When you telephone via the hands-free system, you can also continue the call via the mobile phone if necessary, depending on the mobile phone model. Act according to what is shown on the mobile phone display, refer to the oper- ating instructions of your mobile phone. As an alternative, you can deactivate the Blue- tooth link. Depending on your mobile phone model, poor reception of the wireless communications net- work can result in the system changing from the hands-free system to the mobile phone.
Operation by voice*
The concept You can operate your mobile phone without having to remove your hands from the steering wheel. When making your entries, you will be supported by announcements or questions in many cases. The same prerequisites as for operation via iDrive apply, refer to page 200.
Voice commands
Activating system 1. Briefly press the
button on the steering
wheel. An acoustic signal indicates that you can say commands.
2. Say the command.
Ending/canceling operation by voice Press the or
button on the steering wheel
{Cancel}.
In dialogs where text is spoken, not a command, e.g. a name, canceling is only possible using the button on the steering wheel.
Having possible commands read aloud The system understands default commands that must be spoken word for word. You can have the possible commands spoken by the system at any point:
{Help}.
Using alternative commands There are often a number of commands to run a function, e.g.:
{Dial name} or {Name}.
The system recognizes digits from zero to nine. You can say each digit individually or group them into a sequence to accelerate the input.
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Example: dialing phone numbers To start the dialog: Press the
button on the steering wheel.
You say {Dial number} e.g. {123 456 7890}
{Dial}
The voice control answers {{Please say the number}} Depending on equipment: {{123 456 7890. Continue?}} or {{123 456 7890. And next?}} {{Dialing number}}
Correcting phone number After the last spoken sequence of digits has been repeated by the system, you can delete this sequence of digits. {Correct number}. The digits are deleted.
The command {Correct number} can be repeated as often as you like.
Deleting phone number
{Delete}
All digits entered up to this point are deleted.
Voice phone book Operating by voice command requires a per- sonal voice phone book. > With separate drives for audio CDs and nav- igation DVDs, the entries are automatically adopted from your mobile phone's memory.
> With a single drive, the entries must be
input by voice and are independent of your mobile phone's memory. In this case, it is not possible to use voice command either to call phone numbers stored in the mobile phone or to store new numbers. Up to 50 entries can be input. An entry always consists of a name and phone number.
Setting volume of instructions You can adjust the volume for the instructions from the system:
Turn the knob during instructions. This volume for the instructions is maintained, even if the other audio sources are set to mini- mum volume. The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use.
Calling
Dialing phone numbers
{Dial number}.
1. 2. Say the phone number.
For telephone calls abroad, say {Plus} and then the country code. {Dial}.
3.
The connection to the desired subscriber is established.
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Selecting an entry The connection to the phone number of the selected entry is established.
1.
{Dial name}. The dialog for selecting an entry is opened.
2. Say the name when prompted. 3. Confirm the prompt with {Yes}.
Redialing The {Redial} command calls "Redial".
Notes
Important for voice commands For voice commands, keep the following in mind: > Issue the commands smoothly and at nor- mal volume, avoiding excessive emphasis and pauses.
> Keep the doors, windows and glass sunroof
closed to prevent interference from ambi- ent noise.
> Avoid making other noise in the vehicle
while speaking.
Mounting/removing snap-in adapter 1. Press the area 1 around the button and
remove the cover.
Creating and editing voice phone book* Store entry: An entry always consists of a name and phone number.
{Save name}.
1. 2. Speak the name.
The spoken length of the names in the phone book must not exceed approx. 2 seconds.
3. Speak the phone number after being
requested to do so by the system.
4. To store the phone number:
{Save}.
Delete entry: You can delete any entry from the voice phone book. 1.
{Delete name}. The dialog for deleting an entry is opened.
2. Say the name when prompted. 3. Confirm the prompt with {Yes}.
Delete all entries: {Delete phone book} deletes all entries in the phone book.
1.
{Delete phone book}. The dialog for deleting phone book is opened.
2. Confirm the prompt with {Yes}. 3. Confirm the repeated prompt with
{Yes}.
Have entries read aloud and select: You can have all the entries of your voice phone book read aloud in the order of input and select a certain entry to establish a connection:
1.
2.
{Read phone book}. The dialog for reading phone book is opened. {Dial number} when the desired entry is read aloud.
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2.
Insert the snap-in adapter at the front and press down until it engages.
Removing mobile phone
To remove the snap-in adapter: Press the area 1 around the button.
Press button.
Inserting mobile phone 1. Remove the protective cap from the mobile phone's antenna connector if necessary, so that the mobile phone can engage in the snap-in adapter.
2. Push the mobile phone with the buttons
facing upward toward the electrical connec- tions and press down until it engages.
The mobile phone's battery is charged from radio readiness or with the steering unlocked. To protect the vehicle's batteries, avoid using the phone when the ignition is
switched off.<
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BMW Assist
BMW Assist provides you with various services. For example, the position data of your vehicle can be transmitted to the BMW Assist Response Center if an emergency request* has been initiated. Many BMW Assist services depend on the indi- vidually agreed contract. After your contract has expired, the BMW Assist system will be deactivated by the BMW Assist Response Center without you having to visit a BMW center. After the BMW Assist sys- tem has been deactivated, no BMW Assist ser- vice will be available. The BMW Assist system can be reactivated by a BMW center after sign- ing a new contract.
Requirements You can use BMW Assist when the following requirements are met: > The installed BMW Assist system is logged on to a mobile phone network. This network must be capable of transmitting the ser- vices.
> To transmit position data, the vehicle must
be able to determine the current position.
> In order to activate and update BMW Assist,
a GPS signal must be available.
> You have subscribed to BMW Assist with your BMW center or with the BMW Assist Response Center. Activation must be com- pleted.
> BMW Assist is activated, refer to page 214.
Offered services The following services are available via BMW Assist: > Emergency request, refer to page 247:
When you press the SOS button, a connec- tion is established to the BMW Assist Response Center. The BMW Assist Response Center contacts you and takes further steps to help you.
> Automatic collision notification:
Under certain conditions, a connection is established to the BMW Assist Response Center immediately after a serious acci- dent. If possible, the BMW Assist Response Center contacts you and takes further steps to help you.
> Enhanced roadside assistance:
You can call Roadside Assistance* of the BMW Group should you require help in the event of a breakdown. If possible, the vehi- cle data and position data are transmitted during this time.
> BMW Customer Relations:
For information related to your vehicle, call BMW Customer Relations.
> TeleService:
The data on the service status of your vehi- cle or on required inspections are transmit- ted to your BMW center either automati- cally prior to the due date or when you request a BMW service appointment.
> Remote door unlock:
Inform the BMW Assist Response Center, e.g. if your remote control is not available and you want to have the vehicle unlocked.
> Stolen vehicle recovery:
After your vehicle has been reported to the police as stolen, the BMW Assist Response Center can locate its position. To do this, the vehicle electronics must be ready for operation.
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In addition, you can be provided with other ser- vices, e.g. the concierge service or information on route planning, traffic conditions, and the weather. With Critical Calling, you can make a limited number of calls via the BMW Assist Response Center, e.g. if you do not have your mobile phone with you. Press the SOS button to contact the BMW Assist Response Center, see below. You also have access to the BMW Assist con- cierge service via the Internet.
Characteristics of the offered services The following characteristics apply to the ser- vices: > The offered services are country-specific. > Voice contact is established or data are
transmitted, depending on the equipment and the country. In some countries, it is possible to do both.
> The data transmitted can, for example, be the vehicle data, your current position or the CBS Condition Based Service data.
Using services
Contacting BMW Assist Response Center You can contact the BMW Assist Response Center via the SOS button. 1. Briefly press protective cover to open.
Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the arrangement of the switches and indicator lamps may differ somewhat.
The BMW Assist Response Center is con- tacted.
Roadside assistance iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller forward to select
"Communication".
3. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "BMW Assist" is selected and press the controller.
4. Select "Roadside Assistance" and press
the controller.
2. Press the button for at least 2 seconds.
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If the location can be determined, the cur- rent vehicle position is displayed.
5. Select "Start service" and press the con-
6. Select "Auto Request" and press the con-
troller.
troller.
The BMW Assist Response Center will connect you to the Roadside Assistance of the BMW Group.
TeleService
Automatic service notification* The data on the service status of your vehicle or on required inspections are transmitted auto- matically prior to the due date. You can check when the BMW center was notified. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Select "Info sources" and press the control-
ler.
Manual service notification You can transmit data regarding your vehicle's service status to your BMW center when you wish to arrange a service appointment. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller forward to select
"Communication".
3. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "BMW Assist" is selected and press the controller.
4. Select "Service Info" and press the control-
ler.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Service requirements" is selected and press the controller.
4. Select "Service Request".
5. Press the controller. 6. Select "Start service" and press the con-
troller.
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The data relevant for service are transmitted. Your BMW center will contact you to set up an appointment for service.
Contacting BMW Customer Relations For information on all aspects of your vehicle, you can contact BMW Customer Relations. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller forward to select
"Communication".
3. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "BMW Assist" is selected and press the controller.
Concierge service* When you call the concierge service of BMW Assist, you can, for example, obtain infor- mation on current events, filling stations or hotels and have their phone numbers and addresses transmitted. Many hotels can be booked directly through the BMW Assist con- cierge service. The concierge service must be enabled sepa- rately by the BMW Assist Response Center.
Calling up information button. 1. Press the
This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller forward to select
"Communication".
3. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "BMW Assist" is selected and press the controller.
4. Select "Customer Relations".
5. Press the controller. 6. Select "Start service" and press the con-
troller.
You will be connected to BMW Customer Rela- tions by the BMW Assist Response Center.
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4. Select "Concierge" and press the control-
ler.
5. Select "Start Service" and press the con-
troller.
The BMW Assist Response Center will connect you with a BMW Assist concierge.
Displaying transmitted data Select the received message if necessary and press the controller.
3. Turn the controller until "Settings" is
selected and press the controller.
Dialing a phone number or transferring an address for destination guidance 1. Select "Options" and press the controller.
4. Turn the controller until "BMW Service set- tings" is selected and press the controller.
2. Select a menu item: > With "Call" you can establish a telephone connection. A prerequisite for this is that your Bluetooth mobile phone has been paired with the vehicle.
> Press "Select as destination" to transfer the address to the navigation system for desti- nation guidance.
Updating BMW Assist
Displaying and updating services You will be notified of any changes in the ser- vices offered by BMW Assist. In this case you should update the service functions. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Enabled services" is selected and press the controller. The currently available BMW Assist ser- vices are displayed.
6. Select "Options" and press the controller.
7. Select "Update services" and press the
controller.
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Blocking services* If you block the services, the connection to BMW Assist is deactivated. button. 1. Press the
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Turn the controller until "Settings" is
selected and press the controller.
4. Turn the controller until "BMW Service set- tings" is selected and press the controller.
Activating BMW Assist BMW Assist must be activated to use the ser- vices.
Requirements > Make sure that the vehicle can determine its
current position. Reception is best when you have an unobstructed view to the sky. > Leave radio readiness switched on during
the activation process.
Activating 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Enabled services" is selected and press the controller.
6. Select "Options" and press the controller.
2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Turn the controller until "Settings" is
selected and press the controller.
7. Select "Terminate services" and press the
controller.
The use of BMW Assist is blocked, and the cur- rent vehicle position will not be transmitted dur- ing an emergency request*. To cancel blocking and reactivate BMW Assist, see below. This does not affect the contractual agreements. Reactivate BMW Assist if necessary to log on again.
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4. Turn the controller until "BMW Service set- tings" is selected and press the controller.
Displaying vehicle data When BMW Assist is activated, the license plate and the vehicle identification number of your vehicle may be displayed. 1. Open the start menu. 2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Enabled services" is selected and press the controller.
4. Select "BMW Service settings" and press
the controller.
6. Select "Enable services" and press the con-
troller. BMW Assist is enabled and the data exchange with the BMW Assist Response Center begins.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Profile" is selected and press the controller.
Activation takes a few minutes. The status is displayed on the Control Display. If you open another menu, the activation process continues to run in the background.
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