need some help

blck x5 · #1 01-15-2007, 09:48 AM

hi im new to this site and need to know how to install bluetooth on my 01 x5 united kingdom
i have read articles on site but still not sure basically i have the factory fitted bmw cordless phone in centre console box with built in mic steering wheel controls ect
ive looked in boot/trunk and found an antenna as pictured below
on real oem site its not the bluetooth 1 just standard phone if i change this what else shold i need the wires seem 2 have the purple ends on them needed for bluetooth
basically if i buy a bluetooth antenna, new snap in adapter to suit my phone and bluetooth ulf module will it work i cant seem to find a pairing button though

Muttley · #2 01-15-2007, 06:08 PM

Hi,
You could be letting yourself into a load of trouble and expense. Retrofitting the OEM kit can be a pain unless you have all the basics installed like wiring, button for pairing etc. If you want a fully integrated bluetooth solution have a look at the Parrot CK3100-LCD. It will integrate with the BMW radio, mute it and works with its own voice recignition. Cost is about £105 from expansys.com.

Brian-bmw · #3 01-15-2007, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by blck x5

basically if i buy a bluetooth antenna, new snap in adapter to suit my phone and bluetooth ulf module will it work i cant seem to find a pairing button though

Almost. The OEM retrofit is pretty easy to do. Your car already has all of the wiring that you need, you just need the key Bluetooth parts and a couple of adapters. Since you have the phone now, your car already has the microphone. So, you would need to add the Bluetooth antenna, ULF module, and eject box (which has the pairing button). Since your car is a 2001, you also need a couple adapter cables to connect to the eject box and the ULF module to your car's wiring. Check out www.bimmernav.com. They sell complete kits and it is far and away the most popular BMW OEM retrofit solution on the planet.