Aux. Input Jack
 

Saw this aux. input jack on bmw's website and i'm thinking it doesnt take over the ability to use your CDC. Just want to make sure i'm correct. I guess it's because you dont get steering wheel controls and such?

http://accessories.bmwusa.com/ItemVi...1&productId=66

AUX is what is referred to as a "dumb" input, meaning there are no controls - only audio. This will however, retain use of your CD changer:

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

Auxiliary Audio Input - Navigation equipped vehicles
http://www.europeanautosource.com/pr...roducts_id=294

Just pick which one you need. :)

Thanks for the help! I'll be ordering one soon probably. I'm not too fond of the DICE system.

I have a X5 with Nav and DSP. How easy is this AUX IN to install? I am handy.

Can't wait to get tunes off my Blackberry Curve in the X5!

I know this may come as a surprise to some, but the home page to this site is riddled with this kind of info. Check it out. http://www.bmwmotorsports.org/pdf/BM...stallation.pdf

The diagram shows I need to get behind the head unit, but not how. This is what I was worried about in terms of complexity and identifying the right plugs, etc.

Suggestions?

There are 12 installation links. How many did you try? http://www.xoutpost.com/bsws-mobile-e...-input-x5.html

There is only one link with pictorial and one link with BMW factory instructions; not 12.

My original question was "How easy is this AUX IN to install?"

I didn't ask for the links. Your smart ass'ness isn't appreciated.

I was concerned taking out the unit and not being able to identify the extra connector. Hopefully there is only one.

The pictorial tutorial is on a UK version of the X5. That generates understandable apprehension.

Duffin,

It is really easy. To remove the nav screen, check this article: http://www.xoutpost.com/articles/all-...n-removal.html

Basically while the nav monitor is in the 'up' or 'open for cassette' position, you can pop off the frame. Once that is removed you will see 4 torx screws that need to come out then the whole unit easily comes out of the dash. That's it. Once you are back there you will find a loose cable for the aux input connection or it may be bundled up with another harness but it is not hard to find.

Any questions let me know.

I guess if providing a link to pictures regarding how to remove said head unit and hoping it would educate you is being a smart ass then so be it. :whistle: That's the guide i used when I installed mine. :rofl: