What are the prerequisites for my vehicle in order to use the BMW Dash Cam?
Your vehicle must be equipped with BMW Live Cockpit Professional, Parking Assistant Plus (i.e., Option Code 5DN), and have an active ConnectedDrive contract. To confirm whether your vehicle is compatible, log into www.bmwusa.com/MyBMWConnectedDrive. If compatible and active, BMW Dash Cam will be listed as one of your subscribed services.
Can I export the videos BMW Dash Cam captures?
Yes, all 10 video clips can be stored and exported via the media USB port for viewing outside of the vehicle.
How many video cameras does the BMW Dash Cam use, and where are they located?
This feature uses four video cameras which are located in the front and back of the vehicle as well as the two side mirrors.
When can the BMW Dash Cam be started?
The BMW Dash Cam can be started at any time using the iDrive menu or by pressing the activation button to the left of the selector lever. Refer to the previous section? Activating Dash Cam? of this guide for more information. Recordings will only be displayed when the vehicle is stationary.
Does the Dash Cam have the ability to record when the vehicle is in reverse?
When the vehicle is in reverse and the parking visualization is activated during the recording, the Park View will be recorded instead of the BMW Dash Cam.
How long can I record for?
Recordings can be up to 40 seconds in length, with 20 seconds before and 20 seconds after the BMW Dash Cam has been activated.
How are the recorded videos stored?
Each recording can be stored in iDrive. Up to 10 recordings can be stored in iDrive until the oldest video is deleted.
