Hello, I’m new to this forum. I recently purchased a 2016 750i, however because I’m away from home at the moment, I had it delivered to my family’s home. I’m trying to activate the GPS positioning so that it appears on the BMW linked app on my iPhone, but we can’t figure out where to do it in the iDrive settings. Although I’ve found a few vids online, the menus aren’t same. The software appears to be up to date, and we were able to enable the folding mirrors when locking option after activating the BMW remote services. However, we are unable to locate the location services activation.
Any assistance you guys may offer would be greatly appreciated. I believe the car is utilizing iDrive 5, and the “Locate your vehicle” functionality is now disabled in the BMW linked app.
Since I have ID6, the layout is different, but the menus appear to be the same. So it’s.
Vehicle Settings > My Vehicle > Vehicle Tracking > Mark the box next to Vehicle tracking with a checkmark.
Below are screenshots. Just keep in mind that this is NOT live tracking. It is the last run-time position that has been saved. Once that’s on, start the car and let it run for a few minutes before turning it off. If the car is underground or in a garage, or if it was brought on the back of a low loader, it may not have maintained its previous position.
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My 2017 4-series’ ConnectedDrive services were updated, and I now see that the MyBMW app indicates that the car cannot be detected because GPS must be turned on in the vehicle. The “GPS tracking” option is supposed to be located in the iDrive menu under My Car – Car Settings, per the instructions. It was there once, but it is no longer there. Still working well are other remote services.
Before I completely baffle my dealer, I need a little help and advise.
I’ve never used an iPhone, but I do have an Android phone with the BMW Connected software installed.
My issue is that when I open the app and select Locate Vehicle, a map appears and a message reading “To use this feature, please activate GPS location in your vehicle” appears at the bottom of the screen.
I didn’t bother to recall where I parked because I was lazy and knew I could find the car when I got back from vacation; this is how I discovered the issue. The wife was very frustrated as we had to search the parking lot.
Beyond the SatNav, there is nothing in my iDrive settings that enables me to turn on the GPS. Additionally, I discovered when trying to view my emails that I am currently unable to log into BMW Online. The two might be related, perhaps.
Even after doing an update services, the menu item isn’t accessible. I reported this to BMW customer support, who informed me that the issue is impacting a number of customers and that BMW Germany is looking into it.
Tell them to see if the iDrive software has received a software update. Never have success with updating BMW services.
Naturally, you won’t be able to see where your car is on the ConnectedDrive app if GPS Tracking isn’t enabled. If you have GPS Tracking enabled, you could even view the location of your car when logging into the ConnectedDrive website.
On my BMW, how can I activate GPS tracking?
- Start the BMW, go to the infotainment system’s main menu, and then go down to Settings.
- Select GPS tracking after one more scroll down the page.
- Make sure the checkbox next to GPS tracking is selected.
Do I have GPS tracking on my BMW?
Keep track of the status of the charging process, tire pressure, fuel, and battery levels, among other things. Using Remote Services, you may also lock, unlock, and locate your car.
My BMW App helps you find parking, discover POIs, send your destination directly to your BMW, and even check the range of your electrified vehicle.
Right from your phone, manage your BMW Financial Services account. Make payments, receive reminders to make payments, and more.
How can I turn on BMW Assist?
- Dial 1-877-332-4BMW.
- From the ConnectedDrive menu’s BMW Assist section or through the BMW Connected app, choose BMW Roadside Assistance.
- pressing the BMW Assist SOS button on your car
Why can’t my BMW app find my car?
After seeing that the vehicle finder in the My BMW app was not functioning even though it had on my prior vehicles and the 3D remote view, I contacted customer service for advice. They suggested the following steps, which I thought I would share in case anybody else was having a similar issue.
We have a provisioning issue on the back end for both cars, so please make sure the vehicle is out in the open and
We advise resetting the head unit inside the car. Please complete the following steps in order to do so:
* Press and hold the power button for precisely 70 seconds. The iDrive power button is located on the volume knob.
* Around 25 seconds into the 70 seconds, the iDrive screen in the middle of the car will shut down and reset, but keep holding the power button for the full 70 seconds.
* In the center console, next to the iDrive controller, click “Apps” on the iDrive, and then push the Option button.
* Select Update services and apps. After that, the car will receive a brief update.
* Reinstall the BMW Connected app after uninstalling it from your phone.
After the update is finished, we advise turning the car off and giving it some time to cool before turning it back on to confirm the connection.
Please make sure you are signed into both of the vehicle’s Driver Profiles. Send a screen image of the error message you received if the problem continues.
Can BMW Assist find my vehicle?
No, the BMW Assist system simply relays the position of your vehicle. When the “Concierge,” “Customer Relations,” or “Service Request” menu option is selected, or when the vehicle’s sensors detect the need for upcoming services and the system automatically transmits service information to your local BMW center on BMW Assist-equipped 2004 and later 5 and 6 Series, 2006 and later 7 Series and 3 Series Sedans and Sports Wagon, 2007 and late models, the vehicle will start the Automatic Collision Notification service after a serious impact occurs. 3. If you press the “SOS,” “Wrench,” “Emergency,” or “Roadside Assistance” button, 4. If you call (888) 333-6118 to request Stolen Vehicle Recovery service after filing your police report (on all 7 Series produced between September 2005 and later, as well as all other 2005 and later BMW Assist-equipped and activated models produced between October 2004 and later).
Why won’t my BMW’s navigation work?
Allow the iDrive to restart by holding down the power button for 20 seconds. Possibly fix it Allow the iDrive to restart by holding down the power button for 20 seconds. Perhaps repair it
How can I activate the car’s GPS?
The majority of OBD devices available today can be Bluetooth-paired with your smartphone or tablet, enabling you to keep an eye on your fleet wherever you are. Additionally, your drivers can pair with the device to receive data and details about their driving patterns, travel patterns, and overages.
The gadget determines how to install your GPS. If you use a hardwired black box, it will need to be placed with three wires under the dashboard. If one exists, your internal maintenance team can complete this task with ease. We advise installing a GPS antenna and cables away from any other electrical devices that can interfere with satellite connection if you use this sort of tracker.
On the other hand, OBD trackers are far simpler to install and call for little to no downtime. The steps for installing OBD are as follows:
- Locate the OBD port, which is typically found under the steering wheel, on the dashboard, or near the gearbox of the vehicle.
- The 16-pin port should receive the OBD device.
- Install the software or app for the device on your mobile device.
- Start the car’s engine to connect the GPS unit to the app.
- You will also need to install the related OBD software in order to connect to a computer.
How does the BMW car locator operate?
BMW Find My Car Thankfully, the My BMW remote app can locate your vehicle for you! The My BMW Remote app uses the GPS location of the vehicle to find your car while you are far away and provides driving instructions to your BMW.
Can the BMW app’s location be disabled?
Go to the “Profile” and “Settings” menus to control how the My BMW App can access the features of your smartphone. You can manage My BMW App access to the calendar, camera, photographs, or location, allow or disable data analytics, and enable or disable receiving notifications under “Permissions.”
How can I sign up for GPS location updates?
- Open the Google Maps application.
- Look up the address.
- Then select Add a missing place.
- Include the relevant details, such as the category, address, and name of the location.
- Click the “Submit” button.
How does the BMW navigation save addresses?
- Go to the menu on your car and choose Navigation.
- Choose Map.
- Decide on Guidance.
- Choose Options, then select Store as the new contact option.
- Enter your mother’s name, address, and phone number before choosing Store in vehicle.
How do I use the BMW sat-nav?
A very advanced navigation system that is fully integrated and installed in your BMW offers a variety of methods for entering data and can be customized to meet your needs. First, you can use the BMW ConnectedDrive portal or BMW Connected App to submit an address or location to your BMW in advance of your trip. When you’re driving, you can access it through your notifications. Select “Navigation” from the main menu or click the “NAV” button on the iDrive controller to manually enter a destination while inside the car. To select “Route Guidance” on the map screen, tilt the iDrive controller to the left and scroll up. Depending on how much information you want to provide, you may enter anything from a postcode or just the name of the town or city to a full address that includes the street name and house number. You have a variety of options for entering the information within each section. You can turn and pick each character using the iDrive, type each letter using the touchpad on top of the iDrive, utilize the voice assistant to recite the information, or use the touchscreen’s digital keyboard. After entering the necessary amount of information, simply scroll down and choose “Start Guidance.” As an alternative, you can conduct a points-of-interest search using your BMW’s connectivity, and the online feature will return current results from the Google database. Previously visited addresses are displayed in the recent destination menu and can be quickly accessed again. From here, frequently visited locations can be saved as favorite buttons. Simply use the iDrive to mark the location, then press and hold the corresponding favorite button. When you arrive at your desired location, the navigational assistance immediately terminates. By selecting “Route Guidance” from the left map menu once more, followed by “Stop Guidance,” the guidance can be be manually halted at any moment. As an alternative, you can simply say “Stop Guidance” while pushing the voice assistant button on the steering wheel. The BMW Professional Navigation System has a ton of additional useful features. Please see the integrated owner’s manual in the vehicle for more details, or get in touch with your local BMW Center.