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AUX DIY
- gannet
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Re: AUX DIY
Dont remember but I think I followed the instructions the dealer printed of (for a Z4 part...) which say an 8mm drill bit for the main hole and 3mm for the two face plate holes (if you use that bit - i didnt)
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- grdz4roadster
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Re: AUX DIY
Installation Frustration...grdz4roadster wrote:I just received the Aux audio Input (Part no. 82 11 0 149 389 for the E46 3 Series) from dealerfit.com for $32.59 plus shipping. I'll be installing it this weekend...can't wait. What size drill bit did everyone use to drill the hole in the cover for the aux input? Also, did you drill from the outside of the cover in or from the inside of the cover out? I just want to make sure I do this install with minimal scratches, blemishes and/or mistakes...thanks.
It was very easy to remove the vent (5 minutes) and it also took less than 5 minutes to get the head unit out and the lower cover plate off. I unplugged the CD changer wire from the back and plugged in the Aux Input. I hooked up my iPod and pressed the Mode button on the head unit and discovered that it was not showing an AUX mode. I unplugged the Aux input from the head unit and compared it to the CD changer wire and noticed the AUX input had only 10 pin sockets as opposed to the 12 pin sockets on the CD changer. This must be the problem. Therefore, in my case, the E46 Aux input wire from dealerfit.com did not work for me and I will be returning that next week.
I've since ordered the Aux input for the MINI (Part no. 82 11 0 153 367) from bavauto.com. Hopefully this one will be the right part! Wish me luck.
By the way, how quickly does bavauto.com deliver? I chose the UPS ground option. Oh well, no hurry here anyways...I won't be driving the Z in this cold and snowy Chicago weather.
2006 3.0i Mods so far: Perma Plate, OEM Wind Def. & A/W Mats, Int. Xenons, Aux Input, Stubby Ant. & BMW mobility kit Mods to be done: Silverstar Ultra Lights, Chrome tips & 18" Rims (TBD)
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Re: AUX DIY
I thought I had heard of that problem before in a few instances. The MINI cable is a proven substitute for the Z4 Aux input cable, and I am sure that you will be enjoying your system again soongrdz4roadster wrote:grdz4roadster wrote: in my case, the E46 Aux input wire from dealerfit.com did not work for me and I will be returning that next week.
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Re: AUX DIY
grdz4roadster wrote:Installation Frustration...grdz4roadster wrote:I just received the Aux audio Input (Part no. 82 11 0 149 389 for the E46 3 Series) from dealerfit.com for $32.59 plus shipping. I'll be installing it this weekend...can't wait. What size drill bit did everyone use to drill the hole in the cover for the aux input? Also, did you drill from the outside of the cover in or from the inside of the cover out? I just want to make sure I do this install with minimal scratches, blemishes and/or mistakes...thanks.
It was very easy to remove the vent (5 minutes) and it also took less than 5 minutes to get the head unit out and the lower cover plate off. I unplugged the CD changer wire from the back and plugged in the Aux Input. I hooked up my iPod and pressed the Mode button on the head unit and discovered that it was not showing an AUX mode. I unplugged the Aux input from the head unit and compared it to the CD changer wire and noticed the AUX input had only 10 pin sockets as opposed to the 12 pin sockets on the CD changer. This must be the problem. Therefore, in my case, the E46 Aux input wire from dealerfit.com did not work for me and I will be returning that next week.
I've since ordered the Aux input for the MINI (Part no. 82 11 0 153 367) from bavauto.com. Hopefully this one will be the right part! Wish me luck.
By the way, how quickly does bavauto.com deliver? I chose the UPS ground option. Oh well, no hurry here anyways...I won't be driving the Z in this cold and snowy Chicago weather.
I had the same problem with the E46 unit. I just went ahead and bought the one for the Z4. It DID have a 12pin socket and works Great.....
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Re: AUX DIY
If you take the plug apart and plug it in as close as posable to the center of the radio 3 series part works just fine.grdz4roadster wrote:Installation Frustration...grdz4roadster wrote:I just received the Aux audio Input (Part no. 82 11 0 149 389 for the E46 3 Series) from dealerfit.com for $32.59 plus shipping. I'll be installing it this weekend...can't wait. What size drill bit did everyone use to drill the hole in the cover for the aux input? Also, did you drill from the outside of the cover in or from the inside of the cover out? I just want to make sure I do this install with minimal scratches, blemishes and/or mistakes...thanks.
It was very easy to remove the vent (5 minutes) and it also took less than 5 minutes to get the head unit out and the lower cover plate off. I unplugged the CD changer wire from the back and plugged in the Aux Input. I hooked up my iPod and pressed the Mode button on the head unit and discovered that it was not showing an AUX mode. I unplugged the Aux input from the head unit and compared it to the CD changer wire and noticed the AUX input had only 10 pin sockets as opposed to the 12 pin sockets on the CD changer. This must be the problem. Therefore, in my case, the E46 Aux input wire from dealerfit.com did not work for me and I will be returning that next week.
I've since ordered the Aux input for the MINI (Part no. 82 11 0 153 367) from bavauto.com. Hopefully this one will be the right part! Wish me luck.
By the way, how quickly does bavauto.com deliver? I chose the UPS ground option. Oh well, no hurry here anyways...I won't be driving the Z in this cold and snowy Chicago weather.
Here is the link from the orginal install before BMW had an adapter for the Z4.
http://bimmer.roadfly.com/bmw/forums/e85/3902352-1.html
My Pictures:
http://bimmer.roadfly.com/bmw/forums/e85/3903056-1.html
I never did understand why more folks don't install the plug either where I did by the shifter or in the well under the E-Brake handle. That is where you are going to leave the iPod most of the time anyway why have the cord lay over the shifter??
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- grdz4roadster
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Re: AUX DIY
2Zero...thanks for the tip! I followed your advice, took apart the plug and it worked! Now I have to call bavauto.com and cancel my order. Thanks again!2 Zero wrote: If you take the plug apart and plug it in as close as possible to the center of the radio 3 series part works just fine.
Here is the link from the orginal install before BMW had an adapter for the Z4.
http://bimmer.roadfly.com/bmw/forums/e85/3902352-1.html
My Pictures:
http://bimmer.roadfly.com/bmw/forums/e85/3903056-1.html
I never did understand why more folks don't install the plug either where I did by the shifter or in the well under the E-Brake handle. That is where you are going to leave the iPod most of the time anyway why have the cord lay over the shifter??
2006 3.0i Mods so far: Perma Plate, OEM Wind Def. & A/W Mats, Int. Xenons, Aux Input, Stubby Ant. & BMW mobility kit Mods to be done: Silverstar Ultra Lights, Chrome tips & 18" Rims (TBD)
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Re: AUX DIY
I did mine yesterday, I took out the assembly from the centre console and then drilled from the bottom up. Actually there was a helpful indentation already there with the correct size, probably as this was a factory option. Job done!
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Re: AUX DIY
Here's a picture of my installed Aux Input...
2006 3.0i Mods so far: Perma Plate, OEM Wind Def. & A/W Mats, Int. Xenons, Aux Input, Stubby Ant. & BMW mobility kit Mods to be done: Silverstar Ultra Lights, Chrome tips & 18" Rims (TBD)
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Re: AUX DIY
SO, looks like you guys have talked me in to it.
I will have to unplug the 6 disc changer to put the Aux connection in....?
Is there a way of having both? Would be nice to have the changer and iPod.
I will have to unplug the 6 disc changer to put the Aux connection in....?
Is there a way of having both? Would be nice to have the changer and iPod.
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Re: AUX DIY
you can have both, I have
The 2 plugs that fit in the back of the stereo are the same - think they have maybes 10 holes in them. The Bluetooth occupies 3 (I think), the AUX 2. It is just a case of removing the pins from one of the plugs and then placing them in the corresponding holes in the other plug, effectively merging the plugs together.
Sounds more complicated than it is! Wish Id taken some photos now...
Once done it just appears as an extra source on your radio.
Hope that helps
The 2 plugs that fit in the back of the stereo are the same - think they have maybes 10 holes in them. The Bluetooth occupies 3 (I think), the AUX 2. It is just a case of removing the pins from one of the plugs and then placing them in the corresponding holes in the other plug, effectively merging the plugs together.
Sounds more complicated than it is! Wish Id taken some photos now...
Once done it just appears as an extra source on your radio.
Hope that helps
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Re: AUX DIY
Nice one, thanks.gannet wrote:you can have both, I have
The 2 plugs that fit in the back of the stereo are the same - think they have maybes 10 holes in them. The CD changer occupies 3 (I think), the AUX 2. It is just a case of removing the pins from one of the plugs and then placing them in the corresponding holes in the other plug, effectively merging the plugs together.
Sounds more complicated than it is! Wish Id taken some photos now...
Once done it just appears as an extra source on your radio.
Hope that helps
Something for the to do list
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Re: AUX DIY
I have just done the install and found the volume is quiet. It's just about OK but so much quieter than the radio that you need to adjust on switching which is not ideal.
On BMWs other than the E85 there appears to be a facility to preset the Aux volume level from 1 - 5 but I can’t find this on my E85 radio head (“professional” with DVD sat nav).
Has anyone found how to preset the sound for the Aux socket on the E85?
Andrew
On BMWs other than the E85 there appears to be a facility to preset the Aux volume level from 1 - 5 but I can’t find this on my E85 radio head (“professional” with DVD sat nav).
Has anyone found how to preset the sound for the Aux socket on the E85?
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Re: AUX DIY
i am thinking of following you by installing the aux/ipod input. but by doing this will it void my warrenty?
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