This chapter describes all standard, country-specific
and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features and functions that are
not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g.,
General information
There are various options to search for and
download an upgrade:
Automatic.
Via iDrive.
Via BMW Connected app.
Automatic download
The available data for Remote Software Upgrad
Notes
Socket housing:
Press lock (1) with suitable tool (2) in direction of arrow out of socket
housing (3).
Fig. 113: Pressing Lock With Suitable Tool
Pull lock (1) out of socket housing (2).
Fig. 114: Pulling Lock Of Socket Housing
Insert special tool 61 0 317 into socket housing (1) and pull o
Control Unit
Fig. 124: Identifying VDM
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VDM
The location of the VDM control unit is dependent on the country in which the
vehicle is sold.
On left-hand drive vehicles the control unit is fitted inside the
passenger compartment near the right A-pillar
(as illustrated)