2003 - 2005 X5's and NAV

[Trevize]

I'm looking into buying a used X5. I'm no newbie when it comes to BMW, I presently own an E39 M5 and an M Roadster. I however need something for snow! I upgraded my E39 M5 to DVD Nav from CD NAV (MKII to MKIV). I was wondering are X5's all pre-wired for NAV even if they don't currently have NAV? Or do you have to do all the cabling as well?

[blk133]

I don't think they are prewired. When you a buy kit it comes with all the wiring that runs from front to back.

[Trevize]

Originally Posted by blk133

I don't think they are prewired. When you a buy kit it comes with all the wiring that runs from front to back.

Ok... I've been looking at a FAQ on installing it and I see in the pics running the wires. Looks labor intensive. How hard is it really?

[blk133]

some people have done it. I think you'll have to run the wires through the side panelling. I am not 100% sure though since mine came with Nav.

Take a look at the http://www.xoutpost.com/articles/all-...system-x5.html
if you haven't seen it yet.

[BMWLOVER]

I dont think it comes prewired. Mine also came with the nav. Try the link blk133 provided.

[Bimmer360]

i have done retrofit on 3 e46 cars and my X came with it, but checking the DIY, it's pretty much the same. Running the wires is the most time consuming part of it since you need to remove the driver's and rear seats, side panels, cluster, radio dash, etc. It's fun though. Just give yourself a day.