BMW Operating Systems 8, 8.5, and 9
- Via iDrive: "MENU"
- "All apps"
- "Mobile devices"
- "Connect new device": Devices detected by the vehicle are shown on the control display.
- Select the desired device.
- Compare the control number displayed on the control display with the control number in the display of the device and confirm that they match.
- Select “Use Apple CarPlay” from the list.
- If necessary, select the function for which the mobile device is to be used:
- Telephone
- Bluetooth® audio
- The mobile device is displayed in the device list.
BMW iDrive 7
- Via iDrive: "COM"
- "Mobile devices"
- Move the Controller to the right.
- "New device"
- "Phone calls and audio"
- The vehicle's Bluetooth name is displayed on the Control Display.
- On the mobile device, search for Bluetooth devices in the vicinity and select the vehicle. A control number is displayed.
- 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.
- 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.
On your iPhone:
- "Settings"
- "General"
- "CarPlay"
- Click your vehicle's ID under "Available Cars."
- During the pairing of your telephone, your iPhone will ask if you would like to use Apple CarPlay. You can select "Use Apple CarPlay" to establish a connection to Apple CarPlay.
BMW iDrive 6
- Via iDrive: "Communication"
- "Manage Mobile Devices"
- "Connect New Device"
- "Apple CarPlay"
- Select "Confirm." Your vehicle ID will be displayed.
On your iPhone:
- "Settings"
- "General"
- "CarPlay"
- Click your vehicle's ID under "Available Cars."
- During the pairing of your telephone, your iPhone will ask if you would like to use Apple CarPlay. You can select "Use Apple CarPlay" to establish a connection to Apple CarPlay.
