DIY 6.5 to 8.8 L7 display retrofit swap for 2014+ f2x f3x

Sherry477 · 02-06-2018, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Billypaulmartin

Thanks markoSK I have been trying to upload a picture to the group chat I am unable to do this I have put the picture on my profile for you to have a look thanks again 😎

You should be able to upgrade to the 8.8" screen without any issues.

BillysBmw · 02-06-2018, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Sherry477

You should be able to upgrade to the 8.8" screen without any issues.

Thank you very much for reply fingers crossed!!! Also I have found 8”8 screen part numbers match except last digit instead of 9292247 it’s 9292248 is this okay

BillysBmw · 02-06-2018, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by MarkoSK

Post a photo of your screen, or check via eSys (you'll need an ENET cable). Do you have business navigation?

I posted a picture on my profile thanks again

MarkoSK · 02-06-2018, 12:47 PM

Looks like you have business navigation, do you? Post a picture with the screen turned on.

IK6SPEED · 02-06-2018, 01:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Littlebear

Thanks Marko,
Can you tell me what these notations in RealOEM mean, pls? I'm not sure which direction the screens can go!

65506822626 Central information display 8,8"
From: 07/01/2016 To: -

65509387453
(07/01/2015 — ), nonexchangeable retrospectively
65509292248
(12/01/2012 — ), Exchangeable retrospectively
65509281688
(07/01/2012 — 06/13/2013), Exchangeable retrospectively
65509252004
(11/01/2011 — 06/13/2013)

Murf

Another Classic Realoem retrofit screwup. These are much more common than you would think.

Even though the it shows the new is exchangeable with the old in your post, when you look at the old number you see it correctly states it is NOT exchangeable.

That is correct as the voltage changed with the newer units.

This is also why you need to check both part numbers on realoem and further research if any discrepancies.

BillysBmw · 02-06-2018, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by MarkoSK

Looks like you have business navigation, do you? Post a picture with the screen turned on.

. My screen on i do have sat nav not sure if it is business as Iam new to the car

MarkoSK · 02-06-2018, 03:07 PM

It seems you have HU_ENTRYNAV, which should support a larger screen. The head unit started production in 11/2014 for cars without nav, however, some got it earlier (if they had standard nav = business nav).

In order to be 100% sure, get an ENET cable ($20 on eBay) and check via eSys software. More info on the coding forum, or PM me for details. You'll need the cable anyway if you want to install the larger screen, so you might as well get it first.

BillysBmw · 02-11-2018, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by MarkoSK

It seems you have HU_ENTRYNAV, which should support a larger screen. The head unit started production in 11/2014 for cars without nav, however, some got it earlier (if they had standard nav = business nav).

In order to be 100% sure, get an ENET cable ($20 on eBay) and check via eSys software. More info on the coding forum, or PM me for details. You'll need the cable anyway if you want to install the larger screen, so you might as well get it first.

Great news I have HU_ENTRYNAV I am not sure what screen to get some one has told me there is few different ones with one would you recommend NBT_2
NBT2_Evo or PRO_NAV also do I have to change the Emulators thanks again for the help

Redbeemie71 · 02-11-2018, 01:55 PM

very useful

BillysBmw · 02-11-2018, 06:22 PM

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Originally Posted by BillysBmw

Great news I have HU_ENTRYNAV I am not sure what screen to get some one has told me there is few different ones with one would you recommend NBT_2
NBT2_Evo or PRO_NAV also do I have to change the Emulators thanks again for the help

I have uploaded a picture on my account is this the screen I’m looking for?

MarkoSK · 02-12-2018, 07:04 AM

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Originally Posted by BillysBmw

Thanks markoSK I have been trying to upload a picture to the group chat I am unable to do this I have put the picture on my profile for you to have a look thanks again ��

The pre-LCI screen (9292248) should work 100%. However, I've also successfully retrofitted the LCI screen (9387453) on my 08/2015 HU_ENTRYNAV (see my post for comparision photos).

No need for cable change and/or emulators.

Cebela · 04-10-2018, 04:50 AM

Hello Guys, can someone please check if i can do this upgrade.

My vin is: K287328
Production date: 10/2014
RealOEM is showing: 65509292247 - S606

Thank you in advance it would be really appreciated.

MarkoSK · 04-10-2018, 05:08 AM

Your car should have the suitable head unit (HU_ENTRYNAV). In order to be 100% sure, get an ENET cable/adapter ($20 on eBay) and eSys software (check the coding forums) with which you can validate what head unit you have.

After checking your head unit, get one of these two screens on eBay and follow the instructions at the beginning of this thread to retrofit it.

Cebela · 04-10-2018, 06:13 AM

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Originally Posted by MarkoSK

Your car should have the suitable head unit (HU_ENTRYNAV). In order to be 100% sure, get an ENET cable/adapter ($20 on eBay) and eSys software (check the coding forums) with which you can validate what head unit you have.

After checking your head unit, get one of these two screens on eBay and follow the instructions at the beginning of this thread to retrofit it.

Thank you for your quick anwser, and also sorry for the double post.

Cebela · 04-11-2018, 12:45 AM

MarkoSK: A quick question as I found a cheaper X5 10,25" screen on fleabay, can this be also fitted (coded) with some trimming on the HU_ENTRYNAV?

Unit: 9347878-03

Again thank you for your awesome support. (nvrmind as i found out it only fits on to a NBT unit.)

MarkoSK · 04-11-2018, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Cebela

MarkoSK: A quick question as I found a cheaper X5 10,25" screen on fleabay, can this be also fitted (coded) with some trimming on the HU_ENTRYNAV?

Unit: 9347878-03

Again thank you for your awesome support. (nvrmind as i found out it only fits on to a NBT unit.)

HU_ENTRYNAV works with a 10.25" screen (you just code the proper resolution), some have retrofitted it. However, I can't guarantee that particular screen would work - I think yes, but I can't guarantee it. If you can buy it with some sort of return policy, try it out and if it won't work, return it.

Cebela · 04-12-2018, 02:42 AM

Well ended up buying it as it was too good of a deal to pass out, hopefully it will work correctly.

DeeKay · 04-12-2018, 05:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Cebela

Well ended up buying it as it was too good of a deal to pass out, hopefully it will work correctly.

Amazing - let us know how well it fits... I have similar wishes :-)

You do need to modify the back plastic to make it fit at all though, but should be possible.

MarkoSK · 04-12-2018, 04:40 PM

Check out this thread for some tips:

https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1168747

bycomputer · 04-14-2018, 11:27 PM

I have f25 X3 2017 with 6.5 screen try to change to 8.8 inch.
I bought the screen 8.8 inch from eBay.
But the connector is not same with my car.
Look like different display
The one I have in my car. Only one connectors.
But the one I bought have two connector.
They have the adapter for sale. Or I have to get another screen.
Thanks

And the picture is my original display

MarkoSK · 04-15-2018, 04:04 AM

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Originally Posted by bycomputer

I have f25 X3 2017 with 6.5 screen try to change to 8.8 inch.
I bought the screen 8.8 inch from eBay.
But the connector is not same with my car.
Look like different display
The one I have in my car. Only one connectors.
But the one I bought have two connector.
They have the adapter for sale. Or I have to get another screen.
Thanks

And the picture is my original display

Post a picture of the display you bought, incl. its connectors.

Littlebear · 04-21-2018, 08:40 AM

Hello BMW Experts!

It was an ordeal, but I got my big 8.8" 7453 screen in & working! The 2626 wouldn't work.

Knocked out all screen functions initially, but now all works.

Story here:
http://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...4#post23088894

Best, Murf

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MarkoSK Lieutenant 122 Rep 565 Posts Drives: BMW G20 330eX Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: EU iTrader: (0)	It seems you have HU_ENTRYNAV, which should support a larger screen. The head unit started production in 11/2014 for cars without nav, however, some got it earlier (if they had standard nav = business nav). In order to be 100% sure, get an ENET cable ($20 on eBay) and check via eSys software. More info on the coding forum, or PM me for details. You'll need the cable anyway if you want to install the larger screen, so you might as well get it first.
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Cebela New Member 2 Rep 6 Posts Drives: 3 series F31 Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Europe iTrader: (0)	Hello Guys, can someone please check if i can do this upgrade. My vin is: K287328 Production date: 10/2014 RealOEM is showing: 65509292247 - S606 Thank you in advance it would be really appreciated.
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Littlebear Banned 3510 Rep 2,044 Posts Drives: ...the Mods crazy. Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Not here, apparently.... iTrader: (2)	Hello BMW Experts! It was an ordeal, but I got my big 8.8" 7453 screen in & working! The 2626 wouldn't work. Knocked out all screen functions initially, but now all works. Story here: http://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...4#post23088894 Best, Murf Last edited by Littlebear; 04-21-2018 at 07:45 PM..
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