Personalization with Operating System 9
Introduction to Personalization
Personalization in your BMW is made seamless with your BMW ID and simple in-car login using a compatible mobile device. Saved personalization settings include seat and mirror preferences, personalized profile, and profile account welcome. Suggestions based on habits and more are automatically activated when using your paired vehicle or Digital Key. These individual vehicle settings are also synchronized to other BMW vehicles for ease of use.
If using the "Log in with BMW ID" method, be sure to download the most recent version of the My BMW App on your mobile device and log in to your account.
Visual Description: The page displays a woman in the driver's seat of a BMW, interacting with the car's infotainment screen. The screen shows a [BMW Logo] in the top right. Below the main image, two distinct screenshots of the car's infotainment system are presented side-by-side.
The left screenshot, labeled "PROFILE", shows "Driver" as the selected profile with options like "Add BMW ID", "Change profile", and "Profile settings". It also displays current climate settings (72°) and time (3:22 PM).
The right screenshot, labeled "ADD BMW ID", displays a [QR Code] and instructions to "Log in with BMW ID". It prompts the user to scan the QR code with their mobile device to add their BMW ID or create a new one. It also shows climate settings (72°) and time (3:24 PM).
Step 1: Initiate BMW ID Setup
To begin this process, select the "Add BMW ID" option from the choices on the BMW ID/Driver profile menu.
Step 2: Scan QR Code
Then, scan the QR code using your mobile device's camera. The QR code will open the My BMW App.
Logging In and Linking Your Vehicle
Step 3: Log In via My BMW App
Then, log in with your BMW ID and follow prompts suggested on the My BMW App.
Step 4: Finalize Vehicle Addition
You may have to return to the vehicle tab and select "CONTINUE" to finish adding your BMW to the My BMW App.
Visual Description: This section shows several mobile application screens and car infotainment displays.
Three mobile app screens are shown. The first two depict the "YOUR WORLD. MY BMW" interface with buttons for "LOGIN OR REGISTER" and "DISCOVER APP BENEFITS". The third screen is the "BMW ID LOGIN" page, requesting an email address and password, with a "Forgot Password?" link and a "Register now" option. A subsequent screen indicates "Additional information required" and lists "DEALER SERVICES" like "Select Dealer" and "Schedule Service".
Two car infotainment display screenshots are also shown. The left one, labeled "SETUP", displays "Hello Jackson", "Vehicle key", and "Additional settings". The right one, labeled "FINISH SETUP", shows "Additional settings" with options for "Data privacy" and "Telephone".
Step 5: Link Vehicle Key
Be sure to select "Vehicle key" to link your BMW ID to your vehicle key. Select "Additional settings".
Step 6: Configure Data Privacy
In Additional settings, be sure to select the "Data privacy" option to enable each BMW service in your vehicle.
Data Privacy and Telephone Setup
BMW Services Configuration
Read through the BMW services and select the options that you wish to enable. It is important to note that some features in the vehicle may be affected if the data privacy options are not enabled.
Visual Description: This section features two screenshots of the BMW infotainment system.
The left screenshot, under the heading "DATA PRIVACY", lists "BMW SERVICES" including "Future Mobility Solutions" and "Learning map", along with "Traffic information". It shows current climate settings (68°) and temperature adjustments (+/-).
The right screenshot, labeled "FINISH SETUP", displays "Additional settings" with "Data privacy" (noting "Settings saved.") and "Telephone". It also shows climate settings (68°) and temperature adjustments (+/-).
Step 7: Pair Mobile Device for Telephone
Return to the SETUP menu. Complete additional settings if required. Then, tap on "Telephone" to pair your compatible mobile device. Be sure to enable Bluetooth prior on your device.
Visual Description: Two screenshots of the BMW infotainment system related to device pairing.
The left screenshot, under "CONNECT NEW DEVICE", instructs the user to activate Bluetooth and select their device. It lists "Jackson's iPhone" under "SELECT DEVICE" and notes "Vehicle is visible as BMW 31901".
The right screenshot shows "JACKSON'S IPHONE" with instructions to follow prompts on the mobile device if required. It displays climate settings (68°) and temperature adjustments (+/-).
Tap on the mobile device you wish to pair.
You may receive a matching code to confirm on your BMW screen and mobile device. This may take a moment.
Finalizing Vehicle Addition
Visual Description: This section displays multiple mobile application screens illustrating the final steps of adding a vehicle.
The screens show the process of "FINALIZE ADDING YOUR VEHICLE", including accepting "TERMS OF USE" for BMW ConnectedDrive. One screen shows a vehicle image with license plate "MHAG1253". Another screen confirms "YOU ARE ALL SET!" with details like fuel level (100%/527 mi) and options for "Remote Controls", "Climate control timer", and "Remote Camera".
Step 8: Agree to Terms of Use
To finalize adding your vehicle on your device, follow prompts and agree to the "TERMS OF USE".
Step 9: Vehicle Sync Confirmation
The vehicle tab will appear, indicating that the vehicle and My BMW App are synced.
Step 10: Complete Setup
Return to the SETUP menu. Select "Finish" on the "Additional settings" menu to be returned to the profile menu. Now, the login personalization is complete.
Visual Description: Two screenshots of the BMW infotainment system.
The left screenshot shows the "FINISH SETUP" menu with "Additional settings" including "Telephone" and "Connect device".
The right screenshot shows the "PROFILE" menu with "Jackson" listed as the "Primary user", along with options to "Change profile" and "Profile settings".
Adding Digital Key
Step 11: Access Keys Menu
Return to the apps menu and select "Keys".
Visual Description: A screenshot of the BMW infotainment system's "MENU" screen is shown. It displays categories like "ALL INFOTAINMENT", "VEHICLE", and "RECENTLY USED", with "Keys" highlighted.
Step 12: Initiate Digital Key Addition
Now from the "Digital Key" menu select "Add" to pair the mobile device to the vehicle.
Visual Description: A screenshot of the BMW infotainment system's "DIGITAL KEY" menu is displayed. It shows options such as "Vehicle key", "Main key", "Add" (with a description: "Authorizes a new compatible mobile device as the main key for this vehicle"), and "Reset function".
Step 13: Scan QR Code for Digital Key
Scan the QR code using your mobile device and select "Continue". This will require you to complete the BMW Digital Key synchronization on your My BMW App.
Visual Description: Two screenshots of the BMW infotainment system related to Digital Key setup.
The left screenshot shows the "DIGITAL KEY" screen with "Add main key" and a [QR Code]. It includes "Continue" and "Alternative setup" options.
The right screenshot displays a "Waiting for My BMW App..." message with a [QR Code], and "Cancel" and climate settings.
Step 14: Confirm on Mobile Device
Confirm popup message on mobile device and add the Digital Key to your mobile device's "Wallet" feature. Please refer to www.bmwusa.com/ConnectedDrive to learn more.
Digital Key - Continued
Step 15: Set Up Digital Key Plus in My BMW App
Select the "Digital Key" or "Digital Key Plus" tile on the My BMW App. Then, follow the prompts in the app to set up the pairing process.
Visual Description: Multiple screenshots illustrate the BMW Digital Key Plus setup process within the My BMW App and the car's infotainment system.
Screens include "Welcome to BMW Digital Key Plus", explaining it's a secure key on your iPhone. Other screens show prompts like "Grab both of your car keys" and "Ready to pair", instructing the user to have both vehicle keys present and to leave the car off until setup is finished.
Step 16: Use Mobile Device as Key
Then, within the mobile device Wallet feature, select "Continue" and place the mobile device in the mobile device tray. With BMW Digital Key Plus, the mobile device does not need to be placed in the mobile device tray.
Visual Description: Two mobile app screens are shown. The left screen is titled "Car Keys in Wallet", indicating that car keys are now in the Wallet for access. The right screen is titled "Adding Key", instructing the user to keep their iPhone in the car while pairing is in process, showing a "Connecting..." status.
Digital Key Activation and Confirmation
Step 17: Finalize Digital Key Setup
Your display will confirm that the key has been activated. Select, “Finish” to finalize Digital Key Plus set up.
Visual Description: Two screenshots of the BMW infotainment system are displayed.
The left screenshot shows "Activating key..." with a progress indicator. The right screenshot shows "The key has been activated." with a large checkmark icon (✔️), confirming successful activation.
Step 18: Verify Paired Device
From here, you can see which mobile device is paired as the main key. You are all set to use your Digital Key.
Visual Description: A screenshot of the BMW infotainment system's "DIGITAL KEY" screen is shown. It lists "Jackson's iPhone" as the "Main key" with "1 smartphone active" and "Unrestricted permission to drive".
Step 19: Check Driver Recognition Settings
In the "settings" menu within the "Driver Recognition" tab, you can see which items are paired to the BMW ID.
Visual Description: A screenshot of the BMW infotainment system's "SETTINGS" menu is displayed. The "DRIVER RECOGNITION" tab is active, showing "Search again", "Vehicle key", and "Jackson's iPhone" with options to "Delete link to profile".
