Apparently, the V710 phone with the new 1.40OR firmware works perfectly with the 2005 BMW with the BT/Assist module (part # ends in -993). So I am trying to retrofit the BT/Assist module in my '04 M3 which I ordered without BMW ASSIST because I knew I wanted to add a Bluetooth module in the future.
Wassy retrofitted his 2004 X5 with the 2005 BT/Assist module. The BT/Assist module is made by Motorola and DOES NOT have the voice reg system built-in. However, you DO NOT need to install a pairing button anymore.
The 54-pin plug plugs right into the BT/Assist module and I attached the white FARKA cable. My SES plug already had a terminator on it.
In the E46, the Bluetooth antenna is at the rear of the center console. Mic is in the same place as the E53 (right by the sunroof switch).
So far so good, the NAV system does shows "Telephone" in the menu. Of course, Assist doesn't work because I don't have the BMW ASSIST shark fin-antenna.
I will get the dealer to "code" the new BT/Assist module to activate the Bluetooth portion of the module. Right now, the module does not "pair" with my V710.
I really don't care about BMW ASSIST. In fact, is there a way to deactivate BMW Assist on this BT/Assist combo module?
I will keep everyone updated...