Beoman

I have an E60 5.20 from November 2003. Is it possible to upgrade the stereo to accept MP3 CD's ?

Thx
Beoman

Wiu-Bimmer

I assume you don't have NAV and you are in the US, then you are one of the unlucky that ended up with "business" M-Ask unit instead of "Professional". The only way to do it is to replace your M-Ask unit and even that might not do it.

You would need to switch your CD unit (M-Ask) to the following part: 65126942520
But the reason why I say that even this might not do it, is because of the following note: ATTENTION: NOT MP3-COMPATIBLE UNTIL 03/2005. (See below)
The unit you have is probably: 65126942521

Good luck.


No. Description Supplement Qty From Up To Part Number Price Notes FOR VEHICLES WITH
RADIO BMW PROFESSIONAL CD
S663A=YES 01M-AUDIO SYSTEM CONTROLLER MP3165126940030ENDEDATTENTION: NOT MP3-COMPATIBLE UNTIL
03/2005.01RMFD-M-AUDIO SYSTEM CONTROLLER MP3165126942520$1,372.68ATTENTION: NOT MP3-COMPATIBLE UNTIL
03/2005.FOR VEHICLES WITH
RADIO BMW PROFESSIONAL CD = NO
AND
NAVIGATION SYSTEM BUSINESS = NO
AND
HIFI SYSTEM PROFESSIONAL DSP = NO
AND
HIFI SPEAKER SYSTEM
S663A=NO

S606A=NO

S677A=NO

S676A=YES 01M-AUDIO SYSTEM CONTROLLER CD165126940031ENDED01RMFD-M-AUDIO SYSTEM CONTROLLER CD165126942521$1,093.68FOR VEHICLES WITH
NAVIGATION SYSTEM BUSINESS
S606A=YES 01M-AUDIO SYSTEM CONTROLLER NAVIGATION165126940032ENDED01RMFD-M-AUDIO SYSTEM CONTROLLER NAVI165126942522$2,181.78FOR VEHICLES WITH
RADIO BMW PROFESSIONAL CD = NO
AND
NAVIGATION SYSTEM BUSINESS = NO
AND
HIFI SYSTEM PROFESSIONAL DSP
AND
HIFI SPEAKER SYSTEM = NO
S663A=NO

S606A=NO

S677A=YES

S676A=NO 01M-AUDIO SYSTEM CONTROLLER CD165126942638ENDED01RMFD-M-AUDIO SYSTEM CONTROLLER CD165126942523$1,093.68FOR VEHICLES WITH
RADIO BMW PROFESSIONAL CD = NO
AND
NAVIGATION SYSTEM BUSINESS = NO
AND
HIFI SYSTEM PROFESSIONAL DSP = NO
AND
HIFI SPEAKER SYSTEM = NO
S663A=NO

S606A=NO

S677A=NO

S676A=NO 01M-AUDIO SYSTEM CONTROLLER CD165126942638ENDED01RMFD-M-AUDIO SYSTEM CONTROLLER CD165126942523$1,093.6802BUTTON165126923294$5.8003 GUIDE265126929837$0.5604FUSE MINI, BLUE15A161136917404$0.6705FILLISTER HEAD SELF-TAPPING SCREWST4,2X16-U1- SW207119903793$0.30

moogiechompy

Can someone help me too?

Noted the dates 03/05 for mp3 compatability. I have a sept 04 530d with prof radio, cd changer and prof nav in the UK. Recently had my software upgraded due to cd player probs and rear doors not locking - upgraded 26.1.7. The dealer informs me I cannot get mp3 to play in my car without a hardware upgrade. Is this correct or do I need to push them on the matter?

Cheers

moogiechompy

nicke60gre

I have nav Business (professional radio) built 07/2003 and I was not able to play mp3s on CD/DVD disks, until CIP ugrade V17 (2005) which gave me the mp3 support.

kekkos

Hi guys,

I'm a new E60 owner.

I heard stories of people with the business unit and mp3 support. Is this possible?

Scandic24

This has been much debated in Swe forums.
Unfortunatley I haven't seen any rock solid answers if it's possible or not

However, I've spoken to my local BMW electrical expert and he THINKS it is possible! He THINKS there is just a software activation. The CD module SHOULD be the same.
But, as said I'm not sure and I haven't heard of anyone having done this either.
It is very important though. If it's true then I will ditch the USB i/f - If not, I'll add it to my list of opts.

darraghn

I have just orderd a facelift 523i SE which comes with the Business Radio in Ireland - I have also specified the USB Port and have an email confirmation from BMW Ireland that I do not need the Professional Radio upgrade to play MP3s via the USB. Other than the stupid location of the USB port I have no other information on how it works - so I hope I have made a good decision to ditch the 6CD changer for USB

deadreduk

I'm driving a car built 2004 just had her down to delaer no probs MP3 is just a software upgrade away........ i'll keep you posted