[Wibbles]

Originally Posted by goram

My car was registered May 2016, pretty sure it's ID4, NBTEvo. Can it have carplay? My local indy says no.

Send me the VIN

[JazStar740]

I have a F31 2018 330i with NBTevo ID6 and CarPlay over 2/3 of the screen. Currently have X software and over the air updates of maps. From reading this post, seems like all I need to do is set Apple CarPlay Fullscreen = active. If this is true would I need to set back to not active when taking it to the dealer or should there be no issues? CarPlay has been working without issues for years, but I wish to have it full screen instead of the 2/3 screen.

[Wibbles]

Originally Posted by JazStar740

I have a F31 2018 330i with NBTevo ID6 and CarPlay over 2/3 of the screen. Currently have X software and over the air updates of maps. From reading this post, seems like all I need to do is set Apple CarPlay Fullscreen = active. If this is true would I need to set back to not active when taking it to the dealer or should there be no issues? CarPlay has been working without issues for years, but I wish to have it full screen instead of the 2/3 screen.

You won't need to reset before a dealer visit if the Carplay itself is a factory option or purchased from the Connected Drive store.

[JazStar740]

Originally Posted by Wibbles

You won't need to reset before a dealer visit if the Carplay itself is a factory option or purchased from the Connected Drive store.

Thanks for the quick response!!!

[Raven335X]

Just wanted to report that Simon @ Bavarian Coding come over to see me and did a full Idrive 5-6 update on my MY 2017.

Full ilevel software update including idrive 5 to idrive 6 ( non touch )
OEM Wifi antenna install
Full screen carplay working
Further coding options various tweaks including default off stop start and folding mirrors on lock/unlock
Alpina Gearbox map which was suggested on the day.
(Even on stock engine nice upgrade class it as OEM+)

Very nice guy ,knows his stuff and updates working fine.

[nvidia-smi]

I have a f22 and am looking for OEM Lifetime fsc code for Car Play. Do any of you know any dealers that are willing to get it from BMW AG? Thanks.

[Wibbles]

Originally Posted by nvidia-smi

I have a f22 and am looking for OEM Lifetime fsc code for Car Play. Do any of you know any dealers that are willing to get it from BMW AG? Thanks.

You can buy it from online retailers - if you are stuck, send me a PM

[propshaft1]

Originally Posted by wayneallwine

Hi , I have just installed CarPlay retrofit on my F30 (ALPINE Headunit) .
I need WiFi antenna (Repair lead, WLAN cable aerial Part number: 61119372321) to make my CarPlay usable.
I am going to buy this genuine parts, and try to find someone to install on my F30.
I understand HeadUnit rear connector (#8) is for WiFi antenna. And it should be routed to the passenger footwell and goes back to head unit position?
I would need to understand it with some picture or drawings...
Would you help?

Wibbles can you advise?

I have a 2016 unit will NBTevo_E15501A with ID4 installed.

Looking for a WiFi antenna part number, can you help?

[Wibbles]

Originally Posted by propshaft1

Wibbles can you advise?

I have a 2016 unit will NBTevo_E15501A with ID4 installed.

Looking for a WiFi antenna part number, can you help?

Part number is the same.

ID4 will need to be flashed to ID5

[propshaft1]

Thanks for this, I appreciate it.

Finally - going from ID4 to ID6, I've seen some commentary on the older units being slow due to the lack of RAM.

From what you know , is it worth the upgrade?

[Wibbles]

Originally Posted by propshaft1

Thanks for this, I appreciate it.

Finally - going from ID4 to ID6, I've seen some commentary on the older units being slow due to the lack of RAM.

From what you know , is it worth the upgrade?

I never used to recommend the upgrade, but I'd say it's worth it - just be aware that you need a few Feature Installer codes to make it work.

[propshaft1]

Originally Posted by Wibbles

I never used to recommend the upgrade, but I'd say it's worth it - just be aware that you need a few Feature Installer codes to make it work.

Noted, thanks for the heads-up.

I'm planning to pay for the service.