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03-19-2011, 04:49 PM | #1 |
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2011 328i bluetooth installtion
I have a 2011 328i base model. Is there an easy way to add bluetooth in the car? There is a module in the trunk already with a fiberoptic cable going to it and a bluetooth symbol on it. to the left of it is an empty bracket. How much would it cost to? Any input would be appreciated.
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10-19-2011, 03:57 PM | #3 | |
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10-19-2011, 04:07 PM | #4 | |
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According to the OP's description, that car is more than "basic" ("basic" car wouldn't have anything "fiberoptic" in it). What about yours? |
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10-19-2011, 04:34 PM | #5 | |
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Once my question is aswered we can discuss details. |
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10-23-2011, 07:54 PM | #6 |
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Me too!
I also have a 2011 328i (prod date 2010-08-03), no i-drive (Radio BMW Professional), with a MULF2 in the trunk that has a bluetooth logo on it. I've read through hundreds of posts, but am still confused if this can actually do bluetooth, what those capabilities are (answer calls, voice control, a2dp?), and how to upgrade/enable them.
The parts guy at my dealer looked up my VIN and said since it lists no Bluetooth Prep option code, there's no way it can be installed. That was before I discovered the MULF2 (what is a MULF2 anyway? I keep seeing it referred to but have never seen it explained) with the BT logo on it, or I would have pushed him further. The dealer printout shows Satellite radio prep, USB/Audio interface and 'telematics access request,country-spec' if that makes a difference. Both the steering wheel and radio have a phone button. I'm new to all this, so appreciate any help or pointers to newbie info you anyone can provide. Thanks! |
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10-23-2011, 09:41 PM | #7 | |
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As for truly basic 2011 3 series... no, you cannot retrofit Bluetooth to it and no, nobody has done it (at least yet) in the more-or-less traditional meaning of the word "retrofit" (i.e. barring the total teardown and rebuild of the electronic subsystem and network). Basically, from the purely financial point of view, the cheapest way to "retrofit" Bluetooth to such a car is to sell it and buy a new one with Bluetooth. The amount of money one will lose on such a transaction will be less than the amount of money it will take to do an actual retrofit. So, I'll say it again: a "basic" 2011 3-series can't have Bluetooth retrofit to it. Parrot will work, but that's as close to OEM as you'll ever get. Last edited by AndreyT; 10-23-2011 at 09:51 PM.. |
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10-23-2011, 09:54 PM | #8 | |
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Again... to those that want to know how to retrofit the OEM Bluetooth in a post-2010 3-Series just post prodution date and equipment and a professional suggestion will be provided. |
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10-23-2011, 10:04 PM | #9 | |
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No A2DP is available in any Professional radio unit, even with Combox. |
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10-23-2011, 10:33 PM | #10 | |
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My car is MY2011 335i Sedan made in 10/2010. It has only the following options: Sport Package, Leather, Folding Rear seat. No other options. |
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10-23-2011, 10:46 PM | #11 | |
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Then a Combox kit can be installed (6FL and Bluetooth) and coded. You will gain a Sat Radio tuner as well but it will cost some $350 extra to enable it. It will be expensive but there will be an OEM Bluetooth and USB installed. |
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10-23-2011, 11:18 PM | #12 |
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Yes, I was told before by an audio installer in my area that the main problem is that my radio is not MOST. When I asked about simply replacing my radio with MOST radio, every single installer told me that they have no experience with this process whatsoever. So, here's another problem: no one seems to know how to do it. I told them that I know it is going to be expensive and that I don't mind paying. Bun nobody dared to do it regardless. Does anyone know any installer in California with this kind of expertise?
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10-23-2011, 11:32 PM | #13 | |
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It is not only replacing the radio, you need a custom OEM harness for the Combox. |
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10-23-2011, 11:35 PM | #14 | |
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11-06-2011, 10:02 AM | #15 | |
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I must have the MULF2, since if I had the Combbox I could, for example, use the ipod with just the USB interface cable. But I can't. But my ultimate goal is not the ipod functionality, because I use a harddrive full of MP3. My goal is getting bluetooth enabled. And I'm not sure if this is the right path...
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11-06-2011, 10:32 AM | #16 | |
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Or simply swap the MULF-Hi with a Combox, which it is easier to add Bluetooth. |
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11-06-2011, 10:43 AM | #17 |
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Why do you say the Combox is easier? Won't I still need to do the wiring for the antenna and microphone? Is the Combox "easier" in that I won't have to do coding?
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11-07-2011, 09:30 AM | #21 | |
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11-07-2011, 10:06 AM | #22 |
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Thanks for the links. I've been following the wiring and coding saga. I can't quite tell whether it applies to mine yet, but suspect I won't know until I start pulling off panels, etc.
The other link, with parts and coding about $1k, makes me think the bimmernav solution is a better selection, at $750. dyne81 http://www.bimmernav.com/store/catal...-item-281.html
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