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**Bluetooth Retrofit Guide** for TCU and ULF
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02-21-2008, 05:11 PM | #67 |
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Well, I just got off the phone with Tom @ eas. I need to talk to Martin @ bimmernav one last time just to check out my VIN #.
Then I will place an order for the ULF. If it comes down to it, I will never use the voice command anyway and for $800ish shipped this is cheapest option and also validates my not purchasing ZPP. Homelink and Bluetooth were all I wanted. So.... Homelink Retrofit (~$600 installed) + Bluetooth Retrofit (~$1k installed) I saved roughly $1k from purchasing ZPP. That is how I will rationalize it. |
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It costs $500. I am just guessing installation is another $100. There is no coding involved but the DIY appears difficult. Wire splicing is necessary and it is not just plug and play; for my model at least. |
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02-26-2008, 05:56 AM | #71 |
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Hey Guys,
Well this has certainly turned into my personal blog. I found some interesting information, however. Since I have not actually seen the SIB that Evan kindly referred to me, I thought searching the forum may yield results. Instead I happened upon this thread Now you may wonder what shaking xenons has to do with the bluetooth retrofit? Nothing, but in the OP I saw this link: http://www.bmwtis.com/tsb/bulletins/...p/B631007g.htm which made me wonder what would happen if I simply substituted for: http://www.bmwtis.com/tsb/bulletins/...p/B841405g.htm and guess what? it worked and so I also found the consquent referred pdf in the bulletin: http://www.bmwtis.com/tsb/attachments/B841405_E9x.pdf ... It gets better. My package from bimmernav today arrived today. The included unit was NOT ULF but rather TCU--the EXACT SAME part # Evan@Tischer provided. Refer to my OP. The included instructions were the EXACT SAME as from the PDF above. All for ~$750. |
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02-26-2008, 02:23 PM | #73 |
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So what I am gathering after reading all this is that if you want BT ONLY you can simply get this unit and go plug and play, but voice assits is going to be in German? You can still answer the phone and dial manualy though right?
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02-26-2008, 02:49 PM | #74 | |
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For TCU (BT + BMW assist) much more coding involved. OP is updated to reflect recent conversation with Evan@Tischer. |
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02-26-2008, 06:06 PM | #75 |
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Wow good work man! So if I just wanted the Bluetooth I just need to buy the ULF and install it and have it programmed? But if I want the BMW Assist I will need the TCU as well? Just looking to get the Bluetooth... how much did it cost you for the parts plus installation and program?
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02-27-2008, 03:12 AM | #77 | ||
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ULF = Bluetooth functionality ONLY TCU = Bluetooth BMW Assist - the $500 option you can add on bmwusa.com OR is included if ZPP is selected. You only can use one or the other. Not both. From my understanding, all the connections for BMW Assist are made along with the TCU retrofit. You will also need to retrofit that SOS button. Basically you just don't get that free year of BMW Assist, but you can activate the service any time you want. I will be camping out at Savage all tomorrow--studying and checking up on their progress |
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02-27-2008, 12:05 PM | #78 |
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Ya i pretty much got a base model not thinking I would need or want any of these features but now that I am on this site I want all of them! HAHA... If I had known that I wanted all of these features before hand I would have just bought the damn package. Looks like I'm going to follow all of your DIY and just do these upgrades right after you do yours
I dont know if I should just do the ULF or just install a new head unit with bluetooth connectivity. Looks like these retrofits are a lot more expensive than just getting them originally Next time I'm just going to buy the car fully loaded so I'll have no regrets! |
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02-27-2008, 12:06 PM | #79 |
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I just want to thank you for all this detailed information. I have been watching this thread keenly, with the intention on doing this for my 2007 328i.
Good luck sir and I hope it works out for you! Daniel |
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02-27-2008, 01:11 PM | #80 | |
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I have to say thanks. This is very usefull information. We have 335 xi with bluetooth and 325xi without it. I installed the bluetooth module from bimmernav and the module only speaks german. I am planing to take some gernam lessons Please let us know if the TCU module that you installed "speaks" english. |
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02-27-2008, 01:49 PM | #82 |
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subscribed.. looking forward to seeing if it works out..
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02-27-2008, 07:20 PM | #83 |
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Well my FCD (?? what ever that is) malfunctioned during programming. My SA told me they special ordered the part and everything will be done tomorrow.
I'll keep you guys updated. |
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02-28-2008, 08:58 AM | #84 | |
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module $650, bracket $15, dealer fees $200, German lessons, priceless Lessons learned: Don't trust bimmernav and always get factory installed options |
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02-28-2008, 03:17 PM | #86 |
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It was FZD module not the FCD. They are waiting on a bracket. They are insisting I need to retrofit the FZD module...charging me an arm and a leg.
Evan@Tischer is trying to help me out with a price match. He is such a great guy! Reference FZD Module: Refer to EPC for production date & color specific part Roof Function Center (FZD) - Refer to EPC for correct production date and color. E.g. 61-31-6-971-743 is for a 3/05 gray interior vehicle 61-31-9-137-523 <-- for my vehicle Side Note: It appears we are just waiting on the $15 bracket (which they are charging me $48 for btw) and everything else is done "supposedly". So that and the price match. Last edited by AoshichanX; 02-28-2008 at 04:40 PM.. |
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02-29-2008, 09:04 PM | #87 |
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Got my car back today. Complete with swirls from the car wash oh well. I am thankful I am visting FMINUS soon!
Everything works! SOS button works, I got a call from the operator--idrive displayed my latitude and longitude during the call. Voice command works in English. All functions work. Calls are clear. My phone is the VX8550 Chocolate 2 from Verizon. Phonebook is downloaded and synced. OP is updated with actual cost. Only YOU can decide if it is worth it |
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03-01-2008, 06:49 AM | #88 |
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Great work AoshichanX. So let me get this correct... you got the bluetooth kit from bimmernav. It comes with the TCU, you had to buy the FZD bracket (not the module) and after reprogramming-bluetooth works with english commands?
I just came across a bunch of money so I am thinking about doing this too, very soon.
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