USB port BMW 3 SERIES SPORTS WAGON 2014 F31 Owner's Manual

6.Turn the controller to set the hours and
press the controller.7.Turn the controller to set the minutes and
press the controller.
Status information
Status field The following information is displayed in the
status field at the top right:
▷Time.▷Current entertainment source.▷Sound output, on/off.▷Wireless network reception strength.▷Phone status.▷Traffic bulletin reception.
Status field symbols
The symbols are grouped as follows.
Radio symbols
SymbolMeaning HD radio station is being received. Satellite radio is switched on.
Telephone symbols
SymbolMeaning Incoming or outgoing call. Missed call. Wireless network reception
strength.
Symbol flashes: network search. Wireless network is not available. Bluetooth is switched on. Roaming is active.SymbolMeaning Text message was received. Check the SIM card. SIM card is blocked. SIM card is missing. Enter PIN.
Entertainment symbols
SymbolMeaning CD/DVD player. Music collection. Gracenote® database. AUX-IN port. USB audio interface. Mobile phone audio interface.
Additional symbols
SymbolMeaning Spoken instructions are turned off.
Split screen
General information Additional information can be displayed on the
right side of the split screen, e.g., information
from the computer.
In the divided screen view, the so-called split
screen, this information remains visible even when you change to another menu.
Switching the split screen on and off
1. Press button.2."Split screen"Seite 23iDriveAt a glance23
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▷Volumes, tone.▷Control Display.▷Navigation.▷Park Distance Control PDC.▷Rearview camera▷Side View.▷Head-up Display.▷Driving Dynamics Control.▷Driver's seat position, exterior mirror posi‐
tion, steering wheel position.▷Cruise control.▷Intelligent Safety.▷Active Blind Spot Detection.
Profile management
Opening profiles Regardless of the remote control in use a dif‐
ferent profile may be activated.
1."Settings"2."Profiles"3.Select a profile.
The activated profile is assigned to the cur‐
rently used remote control.
Renaming profiles
1."Settings"2."Profiles"3."Options"4."Rename current profile"
Resetting profiles The settings of the active profile are reset to
their default values.
1."Settings"2."Profiles"3."Options"4."Reset current profile"Exporting profiles
Most settings of the active profile and the
saved contacts can be exported.
This can be helpful for securing and retrieving
personal settings, before delivering the vehicle
to a workshop, e.g. Profiles can be taken to an‐
other vehicle equipped with the Personal Pro‐
file function.
The following export options are available:▷Via BMW Online.▷Via the USB port to a USB device.
Popular file systems for USB devices are
supported. FAT32 and exFAT are the rec‐
ommended formats for profile export.
Other formats may not support the export.1."Settings"2."Profiles"3."Export profile"4.BMW Online: "BMW Online"
USB interface: "USB device"
Importing profiles
Profiles exported via BMW Online can also be
imported via BMW Online.
Profiles stored on a USB device can be im‐
ported via the USB interface.
Existing settings and contacts are overwritten
with the imported profile.
1."Settings"2."Profiles"3."Import profile"4.BMW Online: "BMW Online"
USB interface: "USB device"
Using the guest profile
The guest profile is for individual settings that
are saved in none of the three personal pro‐
files.
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NoteThe total load of all sockets must not exceed
140 watts at 12 volts.
Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable
connectors.
Front center console
Raise the lid and remove the cover or cigarette
lighter.
In the front passenger footwell
The socket is located below the glove com‐
partment.
Rear center console
Remove the cover.
In the cargo area
The socket is located on the left side in the
cargo area.
USB interface for data
transfer
The concept Connection for importing and exporting data
on USB devices, e.g.:
▷Personal Profile settings, refer to page 35.▷Music collection.▷Importing Trips.
Hints
Observe the following when connecting:
▷Do not use force when plugging the con‐
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Driver's side
Note Close the glove compartment again im‐
mediately
Close the glove compartment immediately af‐
ter use while driving; otherwise, injury may oc‐
cur during accidents.◀
Opening
Pull the handle.
ClosingFold cover closed.
Front storage compartment
Raise the lid to open it.
Compartments in the doors Do not stow any breakable objects
Do not store any breakable objects, e. g.
glass bottles, in the compartments, or there is
an increased risk of injury in the event of an ac‐
cident.◀
Center armrest
Front
A storage compartment is located in the center
armrest between the front seats.
Opening
Fold the center armrest up.
Repositioning
Center armrest can be pushed forwards or
backwards. It engages in the end positions.
Connection for an external audio
device
An external audio device, e.g.,
an MP3 player, can be con‐
nected via the AUX-IN port or
the USB audio interface in the
center armrest.
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Tire damage 197
Tire identification marks 195
Tire inflation pressure 193
Tire inflation pressure moni‐ tor, refer to FTM 105
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 101
Tires, changing 198
Tires, everything on wheels and tires 193
Tires, run-flat tires 199
Tire tread 197
Tone, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication
Tool 209
Top View 139
Total vehicle weight 235
Touchpad 21
Tow fitting 225
Towing 224
Tow lug, see tow fitting 225
Tow-starting 224
Tow truck 224
TPM Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor 101
Traction control 121
TRACTION, driving dynam‐ ics 121
Transmission lock, electronic unlocking 76
Transmission, manual trans‐ mission 73
Transmission, Steptronic transmission 73
Transporting children safely 61
Tread, tires 197
Trip computer 89
Triple turn signal activa‐ tion 70
Trip odometer 83
Truck for tow-starting/ towing 224
Turning circle 234 Turning circle lines, rearview
camera 137
Turn signals, operation 70
U Unintentional alarm 46
Units of measure 91
Universal remote control 153
Unlock button, Steptronic transmission 74
Unlocking/locking via door lock 38
Unlocking/locking with re‐ mote control 37
Unlocking, settings 44
Updates made after the edito‐ rial deadline 6
Upholstery care 229
USB interface 158
V Vanity mirror 157
Variable sport steering 122
Vehicle battery 218
Vehicle battery, replac‐ ing 218
Vehicle, break-in 170
Vehicle care 228
Vehicle features and op‐ tions 6
Vehicle identification num‐ ber 9
Vehicle jack 218
Vehicle paint 228
Vehicle storage 230
Vehicle wash 227
Ventilation 151
Ventilation, refer to Parked- car ventilation 152
VIN, see vehicle identification number 9
Voice activation system 26 W
Warning and indicator lamps, see Check Control 79
Warning displays, see Check Control 79
Warning messages, see Check Control 79
Warning triangle 222
Washer fluid 73
Washer nozzles, wind‐ shield 72
Washer system 70
Washing, vehicle 227
Water on roads 171
Weights 235
Welcome lights 93
Wheel base, vehicle 234
Wheel cleaner 229
Wheels, changing 198
Wheels, everything on wheels and tires 193
Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 105
Wheels, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 101
Width, vehicle 234
Window defroster, rear 147, 150
Windows, powered 47
Windshield washer fluid 73
Windshield washer noz‐ zles 72
Windshield washer sys‐ tem 70
Windshield wiper 70
Winter diesel 189
Winter storage, care 230
Winter tires, suitable tires 199
Winter tires, tread 197
Wiper 70
Wiper blades, replacing 209
Wiper fluid 73
Wiper, fold-out position 72
Wiper system 70 Seite 246ReferenceEverything from A to Z246
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