iPod interface installation DIY
#171
Originally Posted by schulrog' post='637096' date='Jul 31 2008, 07:32 PM
Here's some pics of the install. I think they are pretty self explanatory except that the CD-Changer screws don't come out. They just loosen and then permits you to pull the unit out. I fixed the iPod interface with the supplied cable ties. No drilling no nothing. Plug n Play.
PM me if you want the BMW service bulletin that will permit you to get the mp3 retrofit done for free, which enables you to play MP3 CD's or use the iPod interface. Or if you want the official BMW ipod interface installation instructions.
PM me if you want the BMW service bulletin that will permit you to get the mp3 retrofit done for free, which enables you to play MP3 CD's or use the iPod interface. Or if you want the official BMW ipod interface installation instructions.
i'm new on this forum can you please send me that service bulletin?
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Just finished the iPod adapter installation, took less than one hour. So much easier installation than when I had to take the rear seat out of my e46 to install the DICE adapter. This OEM part works so much better than my DICE did. Thanks to schulrog for his instructions.
I printed out both BMW's and schulrog's and read them before beginning the project. BMW's were overwhelming. Glad I had schulrog's. The only problem I had was I broke my CD player's faceplate trying to pull out the player. The instructions said to be careful not to over loosen the screws, but what happened in my case was I didn't loosen them enough, and when I pulled hard to remove the player the faceplate snapped. As soon as I unscrewed the screws say 10-15 times the player slid right out.
Thanks again for the easy to follow instructions. One mod down....many more to go!
I printed out both BMW's and schulrog's and read them before beginning the project. BMW's were overwhelming. Glad I had schulrog's. The only problem I had was I broke my CD player's faceplate trying to pull out the player. The instructions said to be careful not to over loosen the screws, but what happened in my case was I didn't loosen them enough, and when I pulled hard to remove the player the faceplate snapped. As soon as I unscrewed the screws say 10-15 times the player slid right out.
Thanks again for the easy to follow instructions. One mod down....many more to go!
#174
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The BMW instructions are pretty much useless. I remember when I first did the mod and they just make it look so complicated so I ended up tossing the instructions in the trash and just did my own thing lol
You should notice when the screws are loose enough as they CD changer will move and wiggle when they are loose enough
The BMW instructions are pretty much useless. I remember when I first did the mod and they just make it look so complicated so I ended up tossing the instructions in the trash and just did my own thing lol
You should notice when the screws are loose enough as they CD changer will move and wiggle when they are loose enough
#175
Need some guidance here guys. I got the ipod interface the other day and installed it which was really easy. After hooking up my ipod I get the BMW logo that pops up but it seems that I cannot access the ipod through the iDrive. My assumption is that my 04 545i doesn't have the MP3 enabled hence the reason for the ipod not linking up. Called my dealer and they said they cannot do the MP3 retrofit since my car doesn't have NAV. Also my car is just out of warranty at 52k. Should I contact another dealer and expect to pay? Cost for reprogram? Will it work on Non-Nav units?
I know people are getting this done for Free but I am assuming they still have warranty...
Thanks in advance
I know people are getting this done for Free but I am assuming they still have warranty...
Thanks in advance
#176
It's all covered in the thread
It'll work with non-Nav. See if you have mp3... burn a mp3 CD and put it in the single slot CD and see if it plays. if not then you need to get mp3 enabled. try different dealers and tell them that it should be free on a customer complaint basis and that you've seen a bulletin about this. Ask them to look for the bulleting. Chances are before they'll do that they'll just give you the upgrade.
It'll work with non-Nav. See if you have mp3... burn a mp3 CD and put it in the single slot CD and see if it plays. if not then you need to get mp3 enabled. try different dealers and tell them that it should be free on a customer complaint basis and that you've seen a bulletin about this. Ask them to look for the bulleting. Chances are before they'll do that they'll just give you the upgrade.
#177
Sorry I just noticed I forgot to mention that my in-dash CD player was playing some CDs of mine that had MP3 files. No names were showing up though... and I didn't get an MP3 option that showed on the iDrive as some members have seen. The other thing that is interesting is that my service records show no MP3 update/retrofit.
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Originally Posted by socale39' post='775601' date='Jan 23 2009, 08:34 PM
Sorry I just noticed I forgot to mention that my in-dash CD player was playing some CDs of mine that had MP3 files. No names were showing up though... and I didn't get an MP3 option that showed on the iDrive as some members have seen. The other thing that is interesting is that my service records show no MP3 update/retrofit.
I have the same problem. My car has Business nav (M-ASK), plays MP3's and has a cd-changer. Have no idea why it isn't working
#179
Originally Posted by schulrog' post='760483' date='Jan 6 2009, 02:26 AM
The question is.. Does your vehicle currently play mp3? do you have a CD-Changer hooked up?
If you said yes to both it's plug n play
If you said yes to both it's plug n play
What if the mp3 works on my main cd drive it shows all track names etc but it does NOT work from the cd changer the disc is non selectable. Does this mean I need additional programming from BMW ?
My car's build date Sept 2005 BMW 530D M Sport, it has both pro satnav and cd changer factory installed and plays mp3 from main cd drive only.
Any ideas, I have been quoted ?471 at local BMW dealer for kit and install.
Thanks 4 any help.
This is my first post, excellent forum good job guys
#180
Originally Posted by Bartman' post='777133' date='Jan 25 2009, 07:42 PM
Hi Shulrog, can you answer this for me please, seems like you the man round here for ipod kits.
What if the mp3 works on my main cd drive it shows all track names etc but it does NOT work from the cd changer the disc is non selectable. Does this mean I need additional programming from BMW ?
My car's build date Sept 2005 BMW 530D M Sport, it has both pro satnav and cd changer factory installed and plays mp3 from main cd drive only.
Any ideas, I have been quoted ?471 at local BMW dealer for kit and install.
Thanks 4 any help.
This is my first post, excellent forum good job guys
What if the mp3 works on my main cd drive it shows all track names etc but it does NOT work from the cd changer the disc is non selectable. Does this mean I need additional programming from BMW ?
My car's build date Sept 2005 BMW 530D M Sport, it has both pro satnav and cd changer factory installed and plays mp3 from main cd drive only.
Any ideas, I have been quoted ?471 at local BMW dealer for kit and install.
Thanks 4 any help.
This is my first post, excellent forum good job guys
Only the in-Dash CD-Player has to be able to play mp3's. Some older CD-Changers don't have the capability to play mp3's so don't worry about that