Curious how to pair your Apple iPhone to your new BMW using Apple CarPlay? Below you will find a simple step-by-step guide.
Step-by-step Apple CarPlay Setup Guide
Available on all BMW models with the iDrive 7 system, Apple CarPlay is the best way to connect your Apple iPhone to your new BMW. Follow this easy step-by-step guide, or watch the video above to pair your Apple iPhone to your new BMW with Apple CarPlay.
- Make sure Bluetooth, WiFi, and Siri are activated on your iPhone.
- On left side of your iDrive 7 screen, press COM > Mobile Devices > New Device > Phone calls and audio. The system is now discoverable from your iPhone, and may display nearby devices.
- On your iPhone, select your BMW from the Bluetooth menu. The two will now begin pairing, and your iDrive 7 screen will confirm the pairing request.
- Confirm the PIN displayed on your iDrive 7 and iPhone screens match, then press Yes.
- Select the option to connect to Apple CarPlay on your iDrive 7 screen. Your iPhone and BMW iDrive 7 system are now connected via Apple CarPlay.
For more information on your BMW iDrive 7 system, or how to pair your devices with Bluetooth, please feel free to contact us to speak with a knowledgeable team member.
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