Help please: 2003 X5 needs AUX and Sirius
 

I think I have my answer but just want to throw out my specifics so I have good information.

What I have:

2003 X5, 3.0i, Standard one CD biz CD unit and standard radio (head) unit.

NOTE:
The CD player will not play data cds (mp3). As I understand, 2003 cd's should have this functionality. Checked my door and my born date is dec 2002.

First question, is the born date the issue ?? Since I have 2002 born date does that mean I have the older radio ??


What I want to do:

I want to add sirius
I want to add aux (via the BMW aux cable)


Siriu questions:

In is possible that my X5 is ready/cabled for Sirius given its year ??

In this thread, it suggests that one must upgrade to a 2003 in order to get sirius. Since mine is year 2003 am I good or does the b/o date mean that I need all of this too ?

http://www.xoutpost.com/bsws-mobile-e...er-system.html


AUX question:

Forget sirius for a second. What do I need for BMW AUX connection only ?

It's my understanding that I need the correct part which has the port the AUX connection. Do I need a specific radio or business CD or cabling??

Would I be correct in assuming that since I cannot play data CD's that I do not have the required part(s) that the AUX cable connects too (given that the connector was supposed to be eith b/0 2003 models)??

Thanks in advance

Good news - you're a MY03 Business CD and 100% compatible for AUX and Sirius. Here's a shoping list of what is needed:

Sirius Satellite Radio - e53 X5
http://www.europeanautosource.com/pr...roducts_id=274

Nothing else is needed - even 12 months of programming comes bundled with the Sirius package along with full instructions.

And your AUX kit:

Auxiliary Audio Input - e39/X3/X5 Business CD
http://www.europeanautosource.com/pr...roducts_id=297

Full instructions included as well. :)

Only MY05 X5s had MP3 capabilities, but you would be much better off going with a DICE and iPod for MP3 playback. Going this route will give you steering wheel control, charging and text display on your Business CD display and is 100% compatible with Sirius. If you go the DICE route, you can eliminate the BMW AUX portion since this is already integrated within the DICE:

DICE iPod Integration Kit for BMW
http://www.europeanautosource.com/pr...roducts_id=268

Let me know if you have any further questions, we're here to help.