Functions of the application software (app.) in the vehicle: Notes
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.
The application software must be launched on the portable device before BMW Connected's in-vehicle functions can be used. The BMW symbol appears on the display of the terminal device, together with the request to connect the terminal device to the vehicle. When the terminal device has been successfully connected, a message appears on the display of the terminal device. The terminal device can no longer be operated. It is operated solely by the controller in the center console. It is displayed on the vehicle's control display.
NOTE:
Should the customer receive a telephone call on the connected portable device while using BMW Connected, under some conditions the BMW Connected application software may be deactivated when the call is answered. Following completion of the phone call the BMW Connected application software on the portable device will then restart automatically. If the customer wishes to make a phone call while using BMW Connected, under some conditions the application software may stop running; if so, the customer will need to restart it.