[matty088]

So I want to get satellite radio. The dealer quoted me 850 to simply program my radio. Does this sound normal? Do I have any other options?

[kaigoss69]

I'm sure that includes installation of the SAT module in the trunk. You can buy the module used for $200 - $300, install yourself and pay for the programming at the dealer (around $100), much cheaper that way.

[matty088]

Thanks a lot for the help... Where is this module. I have a 08 coupe. I looked in the trunk on left where it says cd. I opened and found what looks like an amp. Is this it...or is this an amp. Also right next to it there is a wire that is wrapped up.
Lastly if this isn't it where can I find a used one...what should search for..? Tks

[kaigoss69]

Remove the trunk bottom panel. The sat module would be in the space on the left side adjacent to the back seat wall. Go to the FS section and post a wanted ad, or you can go to ebay. Make sure you check out realoem.com for the correct part number.

[matty088]

U have been very helpful...tks

[RWThorpe]

I am a little confused on this issue. I have a '11 328ix with nav & Idrive. No Sat. indication on the selection options so I assume I don't have Sat radio. Do I need a module or just coding? Somehwere I read that the car is already capable but needs the code.

[Technic]

Originally Posted by RWThorpe

Somehwere I read that the car is already capable but needs the code.

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=618328

[RWThorpe]

@Technic - Thanks for this link! I sent my VIN and hope I have the Sat. prep.

[RWThorpe]

Sat. prep. confirmed! Thanks again.