How to Use a USB Drive in a BMW 5 Series300

Using a USB drive in a BMW 5 Series is a convenient way to listen to music, view photos, or access other files. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do it:

1. Insert the USB drive into the USB port.

The USB port is located in the center console, near the gear selector. It is a rectangular port with a USB symbol above it.

2. Turn on the ignition.

You do not need to start the engine, but the ignition must be turned on in order for the USB drive to be recognized.

3. Select the "Media" menu.

Use the iDrive controller to select the "Media" menu. It is represented by a music note icon.

4. Select the "USB" source.

Use the iDrive controller to select the "USB" source. It will be listed under the "Audio Sources" menu.

5. Browse the files on the USB drive.

Use the iDrive controller to browse the files on the USB drive. You can navigate through the folders and files by using the directional buttons on the controller.

6. Select the file you want to play.

Use the iDrive controller to select the file you want to play. It will start playing automatically.

7. Control the playback.

You can use the iDrive controller or the steering wheel controls to control the playback. The iDrive controller has playback buttons (play/pause, next track, previous track) located on the left side of the console.

Tips:* The BMW 5 Series can play most common audio and video file formats, including MP3, WMA, AAC, and MPEG-4.
* If you are having trouble playing files from a USB drive, try formatting the drive to FAT32.
* The USB drive should not exceed 32GB in size.
* Do not remove the USB drive while it is playing. This could damage the drive or the files on it.

2025-01-25

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