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      05-18-2011, 09:38 AM   #1266
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Originally Posted by SpeedTweaker View Post
I've been trying to find an answer but without success. I just picked up a 2008 335i earlier this week and can't seen to get iDrive to recognize my iPhone 4 for music.

I went to Best Buy and purchased a Sony Y-cable but the device is not recognized by iDrive. Do I need to purchase the OEM cable from the dealer?

Thanks,
Clay

You've probably figured this out by now, but yes you need the BMW Y cable. It is designed to interface between the iPod and audio system and was jointly engineered by BMW and Apple. Any other version will be "try your luck".
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