My 545I has build date 07/2004. Dealer thought I would need new TCU to install bluetooth, price for part was $470.00 plus 2 hours estimate to program.
Went down yesterday to have done, unit in car turned out to be bluetooth compatible. So paid for 2 hours programming, and my Samsung M510 paired up no problem, phone book and all.

Very pleasant surprise!

 

Hi, Guys.

So I have a 2004 545 2-04 build date - hence, no BT capability.

Just bought a new TCU with BT Functionality from Gary at NP BMW.

Only cost me $380.00!
Part #84109122662

He said they used to cost $1200 or so, but have come waaay down!

Anyways, anybody done this swap and knows how much re-programming will cost me to get this new TCU up and going with BT?

Gary said it shouldn't take more than an hour at any dealership.

Your thoughts?

 

Do you have the contact number for Gary?

 

how much to have this unit installed and programed? I have one located in CHicago for around 395 with out the install. Please post install charges thanks

 

I just got my 04 525 and would like to get my BT working. I'm not sure on the month it was built though.

 

It makes a big difference on what the build date is. My 530i is April 04, as such, I am getting the BT update on Monday. You should be able to tell the build date by looking at the purchase sticker (it its still with the car) or the sticker on the inside of the drivers side door.