How do I pair a new phone with my BMW X3?

I recently got a new phone and need to pair it with my BMW X3. Can someone walk me through the steps to do this?

To pair a new phone with your BMW X3, first make sure the Bluetooth on your phone is turned on and discoverable. Then, go to the iDrive main menu and select 'Communication' followed by 'Manage mobile devices'. From there, you can add a new device and follow the prompts to complete the pairing process. If you encounter any issues, try restarting both your phone and car before attempting to pair again.

I had a similar issue pairing my phone with my BMW X3. One thing that helped was making sure the car's software was up to date. You can check for updates in the iDrive main menu under 'Settings', 'Software update', and 'Check for update'. If there is an update available, follow the steps to download and install it before attempting to pair your phone again.

I've found that using the BMW Connected app makes it much easier to pair my phone with my car. Not only does it simplify the pairing process, but it also allows me to access various features and functions remotely. I highly recommend giving it a try if your car and phone are compatible.