Can't Shut Off My CD Changer
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From: Northern NJ, USA
My Ride: 2011 M3 Convertible, Alpine White/black, 6 speed
2011 535xi Tasmin Green, Venetian Beige
I recently realized that when I shut off my CD changer, the music continued to advance. For example if I was on track 1, shut it off and then turned it back on 1/2 hour later it would be on track 10 and so forth. I asked my dealer who told me that the on off button on cars with iDrive is only a mute button. I thought it odd, especially in a car with so much technology and can think of no benefit to this. Can anyone explain??
Thanks,
Jeff
Thanks,
Jeff
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From: Austin TX
My Ride: 2014 X5 xDrive 5.0 M Package Carbon Black Metallic/2008 M Roadster Imola Red
Hi Jeff:
Your problem is a common one. Many continue to advance even after the car is turned off. I think that a software update is the only cure.
Your problem is a common one. Many continue to advance even after the car is turned off. I think that a software update is the only cure.
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From: expat in The Netherlands
My Ride: BMW 545iA Black Sapphire
Model Year: 2005
Engine: 545i
Mine worked perfectly until I got the mp3 software update in May 2006. I have mp3 
but now it's got the above problem. :thumbsdown:
The software version is pretty recent. The question now is :
Did the mp3 upgrade cause this, or is this particular version just buggy ?
ps is there an SIB out for this??
but now it's got the above problem. :thumbsdown: The software version is pretty recent. The question now is :
Did the mp3 upgrade cause this, or is this particular version just buggy ?
ps is there an SIB out for this??
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From: Tampa Bay
My Ride: 530i Monaco Blue/Auburn/Poplar/6MT/Prem Pkg/Sport Pkg/Prem Sound/Act Steering/Nav/Comf Seats/ Folding Rear Seat/HUD
I believe it is a software issue. But, until you get the update, switch over to FM before turning off the audio system and I believe the CD player will shut down at the point where you turned it off. 
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Originally Posted by mdsbuc' post='314534' date='Jul 24 2006, 11:47 AM
I believe it is a software issue. But, until you get the update, switch over to FM before turning off the audio system and I believe the CD player will shut down at the point where you turned it off.
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From: Pittsburgh, PA USA
My Ride: G30 M550i
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I originally had the problem, then a software upgrade fixed it, then another software upgrade broke it.
Clearly, this "feature" is dependent on your software version and is not the same for everyone...
Clearly, this "feature" is dependent on your software version and is not the same for everyone...
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My Ride: 2014 X5 xDrive 5.0 M Package Carbon Black Metallic/2008 M Roadster Imola Red
Originally Posted by andy545' post='314513' date='Jul 24 2006, 11:35 AM
Mine worked perfectly until I got the mp3 software update in May 2006. I have mp3 but now it's got the above problem. :thumbsdown:
The software version is pretty recent. The question now is :
Did the mp3 upgrade cause this, or is this particular version just buggy ?
ps is there an SIB out for this??
but now it's got the above problem. :thumbsdown: The software version is pretty recent. The question now is :
Did the mp3 upgrade cause this, or is this particular version just buggy ?
ps is there an SIB out for this??
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From: Cornwall / Suffolk UK
My Ride: 535d Sport Tourer - E34 M5 Race Car
I've always had the problem with various s/w updates. It doesn't seem to do it if the BT isn't paired though.
I think the official line is "It's being fixed in the next software release sir"
I think the official line is "It's being fixed in the next software release sir"
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From: Chicago
My Ride: 2005 545i step, nav, sport, 166 wheels, premium sound, don't need nothin' else.
I'm not aware of any SW release that solves this problem. I've had it since the car was new and now have ver 22 installed. Still waiting for that elusive "SW upgrade" that will cure all ills. 
