How to Transfer Music From a USB Device to a BMW Radio


1. Insert the USB drive into the USB port on the center console, or in the glove box.
2. Press the 'Menu' button and select 'CD/ Multimedia.' Select the USB icon saying 'Not Connected.'
3. Move the iDrive knob to the right. Scroll down and select 'Music Data Import/Export.'
4. Click on the 'Import New Music (USB)' option. A percentage bar and sign saying 'Importing Music' will appear. If a sign saying 'No USB Attached' appears, then remove the USB, turn off the iDrive system, turn off the car and get out. Lock the car, and wait about 4 minutes to try again.
5. Rename the music you imported. Select 'USB1' and click on the 'Option' button. Click on 'Rename Album.' Delete 'USB1' using the back key. Enter the name of the new album using the iDrive knob. Click 'OK.'