Why is my BMW iDrive not working?

Why is my BMW iDrive not working?

Push and hold both the CD and DVD eject buttons at the same time. While holding the eject buttons push the volume/on/off button. The display should go blank and then reset. The other procedure to try is a battery reset.

What would cause a BMW not to start?

If your BMW will not start or start then dies, check the spark plugs and coils. Common symptoms of spark plug issues include BMW won’t start, loss of power, poor fuel economy, engine misfires. If you replaced the spark plugs and your BMW no longer works, ensure that all the wire harnesses are connected properly.

How much does it cost to fix BMW iDrive?

BMW Navigation system may fail due to a defective Car Communication Computer, known as CCC. If BMW CCC fails, BMW navigation and iDrive will not work. In some cases, the navigation system may work intermittently. The cost to repair or replace the CCC navigation unit at BMW dealerships varies between $1000 and $1600.

Can you reset the iDrive screen on a BMW?

This article and video will illustrate how to reset a BMW iDrive display using your AssistPlus device. If the iDrive screen on a late model BMW is frozen and does not react to iDrive knob or button inputs, you may need to reset the display. This is the first step in the diagnostic process for inoperative iDrive screens.

Why is MY BMW Nav screen going dark?

As noted, your battery is questionable at this stage in its lifecycle. As to whether the display going dark is related or not, hard to tell. These cars go into battery preservation mode when the battery gets to last leg state. It manifests itself with various errors and incongruous behavior.

Where is the NAV screen on a BMW?

To me the NAV display is the GPS-mapping but I seldom see the Control Display, a sub-menu of most menus. Click to expand… It’s the LCD screen in the upper center of the dash, above the climate controls and radio. The display that says “BMW” when you start the car.

What to do if your BMW cluster is not working?

If your BMW cluster has failed and can not be repaired, the only option is to replace it. You have two options: install a new BMW cluster by the dealer, which typically costs over $1000, or install a used BMW cluster and get it programmed to match your car’s miles.