Fitting Bluetooth to my 525i
08-29-2010, 05:43 AM
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My Ride: 2006 525i M Sport
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Hi guys, I bought my 525i about 5 months ago and as it was second hand, I had no say in the extras.......I'd love to have bluetooth fitted for my phone but haven't a clue if it can be fitted afterwards??? Have any of you guys done it and how much did it cost?
08-29-2010, 05:59 AM
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My Ride: 2007 Sapphire Black Metallic 525i. Beige Dakota Leather, Premium package, bluetooth, BMW Assist, Xenon adaptive lights, Sirius radio
MY first 5 series was an 05. The dealership ended up turning it on. It was a long process because they had to down load stuff. The salesperson told me it had bluetooth. I think that was how I avoided getting a bill.
08-29-2010, 06:02 AM
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My Ride: 2006 530 d M-sport e60
what year is it?, open the boot and remove the left had trim, the TCU module is located on a carrier bolted to the suspension bulk head, if it`s there and you don`t have bluetooth in the idrive coms menu then it just needs activating.
08-29-2010, 06:31 AM
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Cheers for the replies guys, it's a 2006 525i, if anyone has a pic of what it looks like, it might help me find it. If it doesn't have it on the car, has anyone an idea on what it might cost to fit it?
08-29-2010, 12:55 PM
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Your model year should have the TCU installed already. You will need to have the service activated at a dealership or a qualified independent mechanic (cheaper I'm sure).
Your model year should have the TCU installed already. You will need to have the service activated at a dealership or a qualified independent mechanic (cheaper I'm sure).
08-29-2010, 01:07 PM
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My Ride: 2006 525i M Sport
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Thanks a million guys for your help, has anyone got a picture or image of the TCU, so I know what to look for in the boot?
08-29-2010, 01:21 PM
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Cheers BLooD, I'm still amazed at the help and encouragment you get from the other members on this site, I'm glad to be a member. 