Cabin & comfort

Head-up display

Projects selected information into the driver’s forward view.

Where it sits

A projector beneath the dashboard, using the windshield or a designated optical path.

How it works

Optics form a virtual image; windshield specification and driver settings affect visibility.

Think of it as

A floating information card near the road ahead.

Symptoms when it fails

Blurred or missing information can involve settings, glass, optics or power.

Lifespan

Filters use the service schedule. Motors, controls, seals and trim are inspected for condition and operation.

Repair cost

A filter or switch service differs from dashboard removal or a complete seat mechanism; access can be the main expense.

The BMW angle

A BMW replacement windshield may need to match head-up-display equipment for the intended image quality.

Used in

BMW cabins as equipped; controls and comfort hardware vary substantially by generation.

Sources
Same system

Cabin & comfort