HELP: iPod interface install issues...
01-03-2009, 12:04 PM
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oh, my SA was going on and on about MP3's not being recommended by the factory, in fact being warned against mp3's. That if a mp3 disc gets stuck in teh drive, the warranty won't cover it, and that this dealer will have to send out the drive to remove the disc. I told him (might not be true) that the owner's manual tells me I can play mp3's, and the SIB tells me this update will fix my car, so just do it.
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Originally Posted by sonett43' post='758283' date='Jan 3 2009, 06:35 AM
I brought the SIB for the MP3 to my dealer yesterday, as my warranty runs out on monday. The SA hemmed and hawed, but eventually said he would try. They are also doing a bunch of other items I wanted addressed, like an engine ticking noise at 2500+ RPM, and my Sirius tuner cutting out constantly.
Seems they needed more time, so they still have the car, might get it back today (saturday) otherwise monday. I have the IPOD kit waiting to go in.
Lewis
2005 545i 6speed manual, sapphire black, nav, sport, cold weather, logic7
Seems they needed more time, so they still have the car, might get it back today (saturday) otherwise monday. I have the IPOD kit waiting to go in.
Lewis
2005 545i 6speed manual, sapphire black, nav, sport, cold weather, logic7
01-03-2009, 01:02 PM
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Originally Posted by esmolol' post='758362' date='Jan 3 2009, 12:35 PM
My '06 530xi is able to play MP3s. Can I assume that I could remove the CDC and install the iPod interface kit myself and it will work without any reprogramming/flashing etc.?
01-03-2009, 01:03 PM
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Originally Posted by sonett43' post='758517' date='Jan 3 2009, 05:04 PM
oh, my SA was going on and on about MP3's not being recommended by the factory, in fact being warned against mp3's. That if a mp3 disc gets stuck in teh drive, the warranty won't cover it, and that this dealer will have to send out the drive to remove the disc. I told him (might not be true) that the owner's manual tells me I can play mp3's, and the SIB tells me this update will fix my car, so just do it.
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01-04-2009, 05:36 AM
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I am doing mine soon (Once I have ordered all the bits) but as I dont have a CDC, I need to get my CDC Option Enabled.
I'm curious as to wether the Techies will have a root around the CDC area to see If I have installed the iPod Interface, and then charge me for it.
As I dont have a CDC, I assume I must have either the CDC or the iPod Interface connected up whilst having the option enabled?
I'm curious as to wether the Techies will have a root around the CDC area to see If I have installed the iPod Interface, and then charge me for it.
As I dont have a CDC, I assume I must have either the CDC or the iPod Interface connected up whilst having the option enabled?
01-04-2009, 06:16 AM
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Yes, you'll need either of the module present during coding as the programming process will check the module first.
Originally Posted by Sagar' post='759002' date='Jan 4 2009, 08:36 AM
I am doing mine soon (Once I have ordered all the bits) but as I dont have a CDC, I need to get my CDC Option Enabled.
I'm curious as to wether the Techies will have a root around the CDC area to see If I have installed the iPod Interface, and then charge me for it.
As I dont have a CDC, I assume I must have either the CDC or the iPod Interface connected up whilst having the option enabled?
I'm curious as to wether the Techies will have a root around the CDC area to see If I have installed the iPod Interface, and then charge me for it.
As I dont have a CDC, I assume I must have either the CDC or the iPod Interface connected up whilst having the option enabled?
01-04-2009, 06:47 AM
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Originally Posted by BlaSTiWi' post='759016' date='Jan 4 2009, 03:16 PM
Yes, you'll need either of the module present during coding as the programming process will check the module first.
Just reading through some of the problems others have had and getting things sorted before I order in the bits!
01-05-2009, 05:40 PM
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update.
So, got the car back, rolled out of the service bay as the service department was closing.
Updated "software" according to the SA, including CCC to "latest version", getting me the same functionality I had in my previous 5er, such as:
Government warning message goes away by itself, and Idrive screen returns to mode it was previously in
Split screen allows left side to be in a non-nav mode, right side will show map, but will switch to arrow display when the time is right
and....ta da
MP3's work, even tho the SA still advises against it, says the disc will get stuck...HA
SA also wants me to rev the car 5 times when I first start it up, and take it for a long drive every saturday.
ok, the SA is a moron, but now I know I can add my ipod adapter and be up and running.
Lewis
So, got the car back, rolled out of the service bay as the service department was closing.
Updated "software" according to the SA, including CCC to "latest version", getting me the same functionality I had in my previous 5er, such as:
Government warning message goes away by itself, and Idrive screen returns to mode it was previously in
Split screen allows left side to be in a non-nav mode, right side will show map, but will switch to arrow display when the time is right
and....ta da
MP3's work, even tho the SA still advises against it, says the disc will get stuck...HA
SA also wants me to rev the car 5 times when I first start it up, and take it for a long drive every saturday.
ok, the SA is a moron, but now I know I can add my ipod adapter and be up and running.
Lewis
01-05-2009, 06:02 PM
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Originally Posted by sonett43' post='760289' date='Jan 5 2009, 10:40 PM
update.
So, got the car back, rolled out of the service bay as the service department was closing.
Updated "software" according to the SA, including CCC to "latest version", getting me the same functionality I had in my previous 5er, such as:
Government warning message goes away by itself, and Idrive screen returns to mode it was previously in
Split screen allows left side to be in a non-nav mode, right side will show map, but will switch to arrow display when the time is right
and....ta da
MP3's work, even tho the SA still advises against it, says the disc will get stuck...HA
SA also wants me to rev the car 5 times when I first start it up, and take it for a long drive every saturday.
ok, the SA is a moron, but now I know I can add my ipod adapter and be up and running.
Lewis
So, got the car back, rolled out of the service bay as the service department was closing.
Updated "software" according to the SA, including CCC to "latest version", getting me the same functionality I had in my previous 5er, such as:
Government warning message goes away by itself, and Idrive screen returns to mode it was previously in
Split screen allows left side to be in a non-nav mode, right side will show map, but will switch to arrow display when the time is right
and....ta da
MP3's work, even tho the SA still advises against it, says the disc will get stuck...HA
SA also wants me to rev the car 5 times when I first start it up, and take it for a long drive every saturday.
ok, the SA is a moron, but now I know I can add my ipod adapter and be up and running.
Lewis
Glad everything worked out! You can get the iPod Interface @ my store www.aftermarketbulbsshop.com
01-06-2009, 07:09 AM
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I had the ipod adapter from the previous car, plugged it in this morning, and presto-it works.
I'll say it for all the disbelievers out there...last time, I installed the ipod adapter on a car with no logic7 nor 6 disc changer, and the dealer had all kinds of trouble doing the update. Do the update first, better yet, make sure the in dash cd player plays MP3's and borrow a 6 disc changer. Once the upgrade is done, the ipod adapter is plug and play.
Lewis
I'll say it for all the disbelievers out there...last time, I installed the ipod adapter on a car with no logic7 nor 6 disc changer, and the dealer had all kinds of trouble doing the update. Do the update first, better yet, make sure the in dash cd player plays MP3's and borrow a 6 disc changer. Once the upgrade is done, the ipod adapter is plug and play.
Lewis