To connect to Bluetooth in a BMW 7 Series, ensure Bluetooth is activated on your phone and follow these steps:
On the left side of your iDrive 7 screen, press COM > Mobile Devices > New Device.
Select the options you would like for how to use your device.
On your mobile phone, select your BMW from the Bluetooth menu to begin the pairing process. Once selected, your iDrive 7 screen will confirm the pairing request.
Confirm that the PIN on your iDrive 7 screen and mobile phone match and then press Yes.
Your mobile device and BMW iDrive 7 system are now connected via Bluetooth.