Headunit (CCC/radio/MASK and successor) with controller
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 BMW X5, 2012 BMW X5, and 2011 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Central information display: With a few exceptions, the Central Control Display (CID) incorporates the controls and display elements for all vehicle functions; it is activated by the headunit. The headunit coordinates the function requests from the system and assigns them to the relevant functions.
Controller: The headunit is operated by means of the controller located on the front center armrest.