iPod interface installation DIY
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Originally Posted by Sagar' post='750347' date='Dec 22 2008, 07:02 AM
Excellent 
I'll let you know the VIN when I get in from work.
EDIT: Plus I'll have a proper look at the wiring in the daylight.
I'll let you know the VIN when I get in from work.
EDIT: Plus I'll have a proper look at the wiring in the daylight.
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that's the CD-Changer prewiring.. look around more. there should be wires that make a loop... check out page #3 on this thread.. you'll have to dig around in the glovebox a bit. it might be hidden
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Inside this loom you'll find a fiber bridge in a small plastic block just like the pic http://forums.e60.net/index.php?s=&sho...st&p=692736.
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Originally Posted by BlaSTiWi' post='750591' date='Dec 22 2008, 02:24 PM
Inside this loom you'll find a fiber bridge in a small plastic block just like the pic http://forums.e60.net/index.php?s=&sho...st&p=692736.
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that's the loop i was referring to.. thx for drawing it out though! it's not always that obvious where it is.
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Thanks guys for clearing that up
I just need to get the car enabled for MP3 Playback and the CDC.
I will update this thread when done and let you know how I get on!
Roger, i'll be in touch regarding the interface kind sir
I just need to get the car enabled for MP3 Playback and the CDC.
I will update this thread when done and let you know how I get on!
Roger, i'll be in touch regarding the interface kind sir
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Originally Posted by Sagar' post='750677' date='Dec 22 2008, 03:47 PM
Thanks guys for clearing that up
I just need to get the car enabled for MP3 Playback and the CDC.
I will update this thread when done and let you know how I get on!
Roger, i'll be in touch regarding the interface kind sir
I just need to get the car enabled for MP3 Playback and the CDC.
I will update this thread when done and let you know how I get on!
Roger, i'll be in touch regarding the interface kind sir
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Originally Posted by BlaSTiWi' post='750591' date='Dec 22 2008, 07:24 PM
Inside this loom you'll find a fiber bridge in a small plastic block just like the pic http://forums.e60.net/index.php?s=&sho...st&p=692736.
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As asked earlier in the thread by another member, is this part included in the iPod kit or do I need to out-source it?
I want to get this done and the iPod kit fitted before I ask my dealer to enable MP3 playback and the CDC (As Roger has mentioned)
Oh yeah.....I need an iPod too
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Originally Posted by Sagar' post='750811' date='Dec 22 2008, 08:26 PM
Ok, so following on from this....I have the pre-wiring and we have located the loop. Now I assume from reading Page 3/7 of this thread i need a "Bridge" to plug into my connector. (Part H in the wiring diagram and BMW P/N 61138387214)
As asked earlier in the thread by another member, is this part included in the iPod kit or do I need to out-source it?
I want to get this done and the iPod kit fitted before I ask my dealer to enable MP3 playback and the CDC (As Roger has mentioned)
Oh yeah.....I need an iPod too
As asked earlier in the thread by another member, is this part included in the iPod kit or do I need to out-source it?
I want to get this done and the iPod kit fitted before I ask my dealer to enable MP3 playback and the CDC (As Roger has mentioned)
Oh yeah.....I need an iPod too
the connector is included with the iPod kit
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Originally Posted by john06530i' post='694907' date='Oct 16 2008, 02:02 PM
I got in contact with BMW of Newport and they sent me the instructions via .pdf and it has the part overview. Since the fiber optic housing is listed I'm going to assume that it's included in the retrokit or should I ask for that also?
read a couple posts up lol yes, that part is included in the kit as far as i know