BMW 4 SERIES COUPE 2018 Owner's Guide

The setting is stored for the driver profile curj
rently used.
Control
Display Brightness
Via iDrive:1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Displays"4."Control display"5."Brightness"6.Turn the controller until the desired brightj ness is set.7.Press the controller.
The setting is stored for the driver profile curj
rently used.
Depending on the light conditions, the brightj
ness settings may not be clearly visible.
Screen
saver
If no settings are made via iDriver, after a time
that can be set, a screen saver is displayed.
About iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Displays"4."Control display"5."Screensaver"6.Select desired setting.
The setting is stored for the drive profile curjrently used.
Selecting
the
contents
of
the
main menu
For some menu items of the main menu, thedisplayed contents can be selected.
1. Press button.2."Contents of main menu"3.Select the desired menu and the desired
content.
The setting is stored for the driver profile curj
rently used.
Messages Concept
The menu centrally displays all messages arj riving in the vehicle in list form.
General
information
The following messages can be displayed:
'yTraffic messages.'yCheck Control messages.'yCommunication messages, for example e- mails, SMS text messages or reminders.'yService requirements messages.
Messages are additionally displayed in the stajtus field.
Retrieving
messages About iDrive:
1."Notifications"2.Select the desired message.
The respective menu is opened, where themessage is displayed.
Deleting
messages All messages, except Check Control mesj
sages, can be deleted from the list. Check Control messages are displayed as long as
they are relevant.
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3. Press button.4."Delete this notification" or "Delete allnotifications"
Settings
The following settings can be adjusted:
'ySelect the applications, from which mesj
sages will be permitted.'ySort the messages according to date or
priority.
Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Notifications"4.Select the desired setting.
Data
protection
Data
transfer
Concept
The vehicle offers different functions, whose use requires a data transfer to BMW or a servjice provider. The data transfer can be deactijvated for some functions.
General
information With data transfer deactivated, the respective
function cannot be used.
Only make these settings while stationary.
Activating/deactivating
the
data
transfer
Follow the instructions on the Control Display.
Using iDrive:
1.Switch on the ignition.2."My Vehicle"3."iDrive settings"4."Data privacy"5.Select the desired setting.
Deleting
personal
in
the
vehicle
The
concept Depending on the usage, the vehicle saves
personal data, such as stored radio stations. These personal data can be permanently dejleted through iDrive.
General
information Depending on the equipment package, the foljlowing data can be deleted:
'yProfile settings.'yStored radio stations.'yStored Favorites buttons.'yTravel and onboard computer information.'yMusic collection.'yNavigation, for example stored destinajtions.'yPhone book.'yOnline data, for example Favorites, cookj
ies.'yOffice data, for example voice notes.'yLogin accounts.
Altogether, the deletion of the data can take up
to 15 minutes.
Functional
requirement Data can only be deleted while stationary.
Deleting
data Heed and follow the instructions on the Conj
trol Display.
Using iDrive:
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5."Delete personal data"6."Delete personal data"7."OK"8.Exit and lock the vehicle.
After 15 minutes, the deletion process is comj
pleted.
If not all of the data was deleted, repeat the dej letion.
Canceling
deletionStart the engine to cancel deletion of the data.
Connections
Concept
Mobile devices, such as mobile phones or lapj
tops, can be connected to the vehicle in differj ent ways and used.
General
information The following connection types require one-time pairing with the vehicle:
'yBluetooth.'yInternet hotspot.'yApple CarPlay
Paired devices are automatically recognized
later on and connected to the vehicle.
The following functions are possible:
Connection typeFunctionMobile phone via
Bluetooth.Making calls.
Office functions.Audio player/
smartphone via
Bluetooth or USB
port.Playing music.Smartphone via
Bluetooth or USB
port.Using apps.Connection typeFunctionMobile device via
the Internet hotj
spot.Using the Internet.USB memory dej
vice via USB port.Exporting and importing
driver profiles.
Performing software upj
dates.
Exporting and importing
stored trips.
Playing music.Apple iPhone via
Apple CarPlayUse Apple CarPlay apps
via iDrive and voice operj
ation, see the Owner's
Manual for Navigation,
Entertainment and Comj
munication.
Safety
information
WARNING
Operating the integrated information
systems and communication devices while driving can distract from traffic. It is possible tolose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an
accident. Only use the systems or devices
when the traffic situation allows. If necessary,
stop and use the systems and devices while
the vehicle is stationary.'

SymbolFunction"Telephone""Additional telephone""Bluetoothn audio""Apps""Internet hotspot""Apple CarPlay"
Bluetooth
connection
Compatible
devices General
information
Details on which mobile devices with a Bluej
tooth interface are supported can be obtained from www.bmwusa.com/bluetooth.
Malfunctions may occur with devices not listed
or deviating software versions.
Displaying
the
vehicle
identification number
and
software
part
number
The vehicle identification number and softwarepart number are needed to determine which
devices are supported. The software version of the mobile phone may also be required.
About iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Mobile devices"4."Settings"5."Bluetoothn info"6."System information"
A software update, refer to page 38, can be
performed, if needed.
Functional
requirements
'yThe remote control is in the vehicle.'yCompatible device, refer to page 34.'yThe device is ready for operation.'yBluetooth is activated on the device and in
the vehicle, refer to page 34.'yBluetooth pre-settings may be required on
the device, for instance visibility, refer to
the owner's manual of the device.'yA number with at least four and a maximum
of 16 digits should be defined as the Bluej tooth passkey. Required for one-time pairjing only.
Activating
Bluetooth
About iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Mobile devices"4."Settings"5."Bluetoothn"
Activating/deactivating
telephone
functions
To use all supported functions of a mobile
phone, the following functions must be actij
vated prior to pairing.
Using iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Mobile devices"4."Settings"5.Select desired setting:'y"Office"
Activate function to transmit short messages, e-mails, calendars, tasks,
notes, and reminders to the vehicle.
Costs can be incurred by transmitting
all data to the vehicle.'y"Contact images"
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Pairing
the
mobile
device
with
the
vehicle
Using iDrive:1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Mobile devices"4."Connect new device"5.Select the functions for which the device is
to be used:'y "Telephone"'y "Bluetoothn audio"'y "Apps"'y "Apple CarPlay"
The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is disj
played on the Control Display.
6.Search for Bluetooth devices in the vicinity
of the mobile device.
The Bluetooth name of the vehicle appears
on the mobile device display.
Select the Bluetooth name of the vehicle.7.Depending on the mobile device, a control
number is displayed or the control number
must be entered.'yCompare the control number displayed
on the Control Display with the control number on the display of the device.
Confirm the control number on the dej vice and on the Control Display.'yEnter and confirm the same controlnumber on the device and via iDrive.
The device is connected and displayed in
the device list.
If connection was not successful: Frequently
Asked Questions, refer to page 39.
USB
connection
General
information Mobile devices with USB port can be conj
nected to the USB interface.
'yMobile phones supported by the USB inj
terface.
The snap-in adapter features a separate USB port that is automatically connected
when a compatible mobile phone is inj
serted.'yAudio devices with USB port, for instance MP3 player.'yUSB storage devices.
Common file systems are supported. FAT32 and exFAT are the recommendedformats.
Information about compatible USB media can
be found at www.bmwusa.com/bluetooth.
Malfunctions may occur with devices not listed
or deviating software versions.
The following applications are possible:
'yExporting and importing driver profiles, rej fer to page 54.'yPlaying music files via USB audio.'yPlaying videos via USB video.'yLoading of software updates, refer to
page 38.
Observe the following when connecting:
'yDo not use force when plugging the conj
nector into the USB interface.'yUse a flexible adapter cable.'yProtect the USB storage device againstmechanical damage.'yDue to the large number of USB mediaavailable on the market, it cannot be guarj
anteed that every device is operable on the
vehicle.'yDo not expose USB media to extreme envij
ronmental conditions, such as very high
temperatures; refer to the owner's manual of the device.'yDue to the many different compressiontechniques, proper playback of the media
stored on the USB storage device cannot
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'yA connected USB storage device will be
supplied with charging current via the USB interface if the device supports this. At
higher temperatures, the USB storage dej vice may cause a reduction in the charging
current.'yTo ensure proper transmission of the stored data, do not charge a USB storage
device via the onboard socket, when it is
connected to the USB interface.'yDepending on how the USB storage device is being used, settings may be required on
the USB storage device, refer to the ownj er's manual of the device.
Not compatible USB media:
'yUSB hard drives.'yUSB hubs.'yUSB memory card readers with multiple inj
serts.'yHFS-formatted USB media.'yDevices such as fans or lamps.
Connecting
the
device
Connect the USB storage device using a suitaj
ble adapter cable to a USB interface, refer to page 186.
The USB storage device is connected to the vehicle and displayed in the device list.
Internet
connection
General
information Up to 8 devices can be connected with the Inj
ternet hotspot.
Functional
requirements
'yConnectedDrive contract.'yData contract with a service provider.'yWiFi-capable device.'yWiFi activated on the device.'yInternet hotspot activated in the vehicle.'yThe ignition is switched on.Activating
the
Internet
hotspot Using iDrive:1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Mobile devices"4."Settings"5."Internet hotspot"
Connecting
device
with
Internet
hotspot
Using iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Mobile devices"4."Connect new device"5. "Internet hotspot"
Hotspot name and hotspot code are disj played on the Control Display.6.Search for WiFi networks on the device.
Select network name on the device.7.Enter hotspot code on the device and conj nect.
With the first Internet usage via the Internet
hotspot, data volume must be purchased from
a service provider.
All devices connected via the Internet hotspot
use this data volume.
If necessary, data volume can be purchased from the ConnectedDrive Store.
Settings The network name and hotspot code can be
changed. In addition, the network name can be hidden so that it cannot be found by other dejvices.
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4. Press button.5.'y"Change hotspot key"
Enter the desired hotspot code.'y"Change hotspot name"
Enter the desired network name.'y"Hide hotspot"
Activate or deactivate the function.6.To confirm entry of the hotspot code or the
name of the network:
Select the symbol.
Additional
functions
Following
the
initial
pairing
'yThe device is connected with the vehicle
within a short period of time if the engine is running or ignition is switched on.'yThe data stored on the SIM card or in the
mobile phone are transferred to the vehicle
after recognition.'yFor some devices, certain settings may be necessary, e.g., authorization, see owner's
manual of the device.'yAfter one-time pairing, the devices are auj
tomatically recognized and reconnected when the ignition is switched on.
Configuring
the
device
Functions can be activated or deactivated forpaired and connected devices.
Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Mobile devices"4.Select the desired device.5.Select the desired setting.
If a function is assigned to a device, the funcj
tion will be deactivated where appropriate for a device that is already connected and the dejvice will be disconnected.
Connecting
a
specific
device
About iDrive:1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Mobile devices"4.Select device.5."Connect device"
The functions that were assigned to the devicebefore disconnecting are assigned to the dej
vice when it is reconnected. If the device is alj ready connected, these functions are deactij
vated.
Disconnecting
the
device The connection of the device to the vehicle is
disconnected.
The device remains paired and can be conj nected again, refer to page 37.
Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Mobile devices"4.Select device.5."Disconnect device"
Deleting
the
device
The device is disconnected and removed from
the device list.
About iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Mobile devices"4.Select device.5."Delete device"Seite 37General
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Swapping
the
telephone
and
additional
phone
If two mobile phones are connected to the vej
hicle, the functions of the phone and additional
phone can be switched.
Using iDrive:1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Mobile devices"4."Settings"5."Swap telephone/additional tel."
Software
update
General
information
The vehicle supports a large number of mobile
devices, e.g., mobile phones and MP3 players.
Software updates are available for many of the supported devices. The vehicle is maintained
up-to-date via regular vehicle software upj
dates.
Updates and related current information is
available at www.bmw.com/update.
Displaying
the
installed
software
version
The software version installed in the vehicle is
displayed.
About iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Software update"4."Show current version"
If an update has been carried out before, select
the desired version to display additional inforj mation.
Updating
software
via
USB
The software may only be updated when the vehicle is stationary.
About iDrive:1.Store the file for the software update in the
main directory of a USB flash drive.2.Connect the USB data storage to an USB
interface.3."My Vehicle"4."iDrive settings"5."Software update"6."Update software"7."USB"8."Install software"9."OK"10.Await the updating.11.Confirm system restart.
Updating
software
via
BMW
Teleservices
Updating software via BMW Teleservices is
country-specific and may not be available.
The software is first transferred into the vehicle
and can then be installed. The software can be
installed at a time different from the time of
transfer.
The software can be transferred while driving,
and if the trip is interrupted it will resume autoj
matically the next time the vehicle is driven. All
other functions remain available during the
transfer. Cellular network reception must be
available for the transfer to take place.
The software may only be updated when the
vehicle is stationary.
Using iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Software update"4."Update software"5."Teleservices"6."Load update"
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7.Install or delete the update.'y"Install software"
The loaded update is installed. This step can be carried out at a later
point in time.'y"Remove update"
The loaded update is removed.
The following steps are omitted.8."OK"9.Wait for the update to complete.10.Confirm system restart.
Restoring
the
software
version
The software version before the last software
update and the version before the first softj
ware update can be restored.
The software may only be restored when the
vehicle is stationary.
About iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Software update"4."Restore software"5.'y"Previous version"
The previous software version is rej stored.'y"Default software settings"
The first software version is restored.6."Remove software"7."OK"8.Wait for restore.9.Confirm system restart.
Frequently
asked
questions Information on compatible mobile phones, rej
fer to page 34.
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:
Why could the mobile phone not be paired or
connected 'yCheck that WiFi is activated in the vehicle.
Activate WiFi in the vehicle.'yThere are too many Bluetooth devices connected to the mobile phone or vehicle.
Delete connections with other devices, if
needed.'yDelete all known Bluetooth connections
from the device list on the mobile phone
prior to connecting.
Start new device search.'yThe mobile phone is in power-save mode
or has only a limited remaining battery life.
Charge the mobile phone in the snap-in
adapter, wireless charging tray or via the charging cable.'yDepending on the mobile phone, it is posjsible that only one mobile phone can beconnected to the vehicle.
Unpair the connected mobile phone from
the vehicle and pair and connect only one
mobile phone.
Why does the mobile phone no longer react
'yThe applications on the mobile phone do
not function anymore.
Switch the mobile phone off and on again.'yPossibly too high or too low ambient temj
peratures for mobile phone operation.
Do not subject the mobile phone to exj
treme ambient temperatures.
Why are no telephone functions available
'yThe mobile phone may not be properly configured, e.g., as Bluetooth audio device.
Connect the mobile phone with the telej
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Why are no or not all phone book entries disjplayed or why are they incomplete 'yTransmission of the phone book entries is
not yet complete.'yIt is possible that only the phone book enj
tries of the mobile phone or the SIM card are transmitted.'yIt may not be possible to display phonebook entries with special characters.'yIt may not be possible to transmit contacts
from social networks.'yThe number of phone book entries to be
stored is too high.'yData volume of the contact too large, e.g.,
due to stored information such as notes.
Reduce the data volume of the contact.'yA mobile phone can only be connected as
audio source or as telephone.
Configure the mobile phone and connect it
with the telephone or additional phone
function.
Why is the phone connection quality poor
'yThe strength of the Bluetooth signal on the
mobile phone can be adjusted, depending on the mobile phone.'yInsert the mobile phone into the snap-inadapter or place it in the area of the center
console.'yInsert mobile phone into the wireless
charging tray.'yAdjust the volume of the microphone and
loudspeakers separately.
If all points in this list have been checked and the required function is still not available, conjtact the hotline, a dealerss service center or anj
other qualified service center or repair shop.
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