Apple CarPlay Retrofit - Done! (Update:16/11/18...now also with full screen function)

Dirty Tool · 02-16-2023, 11:13 AM

Can anyone recommend a shop to supply/fit an MMI car play box around the London/Hertfordshire area? Thanks

Wibbles · 02-17-2023, 05:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Dirty Tool

Can anyone recommend a shop to supply/fit an MMI car play box around the London/Hertfordshire area? Thanks

Pretty easy DIY - are you sure your car does not support Carplay without an MMI or do you want Android Auto?

Jackofallgrades · 02-19-2023, 07:06 AM

Hi Wibbles, I tried to drop you a PM but your inbox is full, just looking for some support on CarPlay for my ‘18 F31.

Wibbles · 02-20-2023, 03:18 AM

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Hi Wibbles, I tried to drop you a PM but your inbox is full, just looking for some support on CarPlay for my ‘18 F31.

Cleared some space.

T2PJR · 02-23-2023, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Wibbles

Cleared some space.

tried to PM you and shows as full still

Wibbles · 02-23-2023, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by T2PJR

tried to PM you and shows as full still

cleared some more space, sorry

T2PJR · 02-23-2023, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Wibbles

cleared some more space, sorry

Cool - PM Sent

J1m330D · 02-23-2023, 02:51 PM

Has anyone used droid UK for their MMI box? I’ve got a 2015 Pre LCI with pro nav so this looks to be my best option.

mineralgreyf31 · 02-25-2023, 02:21 PM

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cleared some more space, sorry

Tried to PM you Wibbles about some possible help, but haven’t posted enough to be able to, can you PM me by any chance?

mineralgreyf31 · 02-25-2023, 02:46 PM

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cleared some more space, sorry

Thanks for your PM, still couldn’t reply I’m afraid! Presume because I’m new still.

Basically my issue is..
I have CarPlay activated in my car via USB when I first purchased my car, I’m currently after full screen CarPlay so need to update my iDrive level I can do this at work through ISTA but will lose nav and CarPlay due to the FSC codes from what I’ve read. Anyway you would be able to help me sort this once I’ve updated the vehicle?

Wibbles · 02-26-2023, 01:33 AM

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Originally Posted by mineralgreyf31

Thanks for your PM, still couldn’t reply I’m afraid! Presume because I’m new still.

Basically my issue is..
I have CarPlay activated in my car via USB when I first purchased my car, I’m currently after full screen CarPlay so need to update my iDrive level I can do this at work through ISTA but will lose nav and CarPlay due to the FSC codes from what I’ve read. Anyway you would be able to help me sort this once I’ve updated the vehicle?

You work at a Main Dealer?

did the USB activation come with 2 files - one to activate, one to revert?

mineralgreyf31 · 02-26-2023, 02:09 AM

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You work at a Main Dealer?

did the USB activation come with 2 files - one to activate, one to revert?

Yes I do, and no the USB was just the install file so no way to revert annoyingly.

Wibbles · 02-26-2023, 02:12 AM

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Yes I do, and no the USB was just the install file so no way to revert annoyingly.

The right way to fix it is to flash head unit, inject the factory FSC codes then patch the head unit. This will allow you to revert when your car needs another update. Send me a private message once you have enough posts.

mineralgreyf31 · 02-26-2023, 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Wibbles

The right way to fix it is to flash head unit, inject the factory FSC codes then patch the head unit. This will allow you to revert when your car needs another update. Send me a private message once you have enough posts.

Could you make some inbox space so I can PM you now Wibbles? Thank you!

Wibbles · 02-26-2023, 02:20 PM

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Could you make some inbox space so I can PM you now Wibbles? Thank you!

Done

mineralgreyf31 · 02-28-2023, 04:30 AM

Big thanks to Wibbles for helping me sort my CarPlay out, massively knowledgable and helpful! Now have full screen working! Very happy.

fidividi · 02-28-2023, 01:53 PM

Hi Guys,
How do I know if my car needs a wifi antenna for Apple Carplay or not? I am getting mixed messages from different sources.
I have a 2017 4 Series Gran Coupe..
I am new so don't know how many messages I need to post before I can PM people in here.. Thanks.

Wibbles · 02-28-2023, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by fidividi

Hi Guys,
How do I know if my car needs a wifi antenna for Apple Carplay or not? I am getting mixed messages from different sources.
I have a 2017 4 Series Gran Coupe..
I am new so don't know how many messages I need to post before I can PM people in here.. Thanks.

Send me your full VIN, I will check for you.

nicster · 03-01-2023, 02:16 AM

Hi. BMW newbie here. My 2018 420i gran coupe is being delivered today and I want to understand my options and costs for getting CarPlay added. I have the VIN number on the paperwork and I think it has enhanced bluetooth (as I was using the Spotify app wirelessly during the test drive and could see the album artwork). Grateful for any help on the safest and most cost effective way to have CarPlay added. TIA!

Wibbles · 03-01-2023, 06:09 AM

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Originally Posted by nicster

Hi. BMW newbie here. My 2018 420i gran coupe is being delivered today and I want to understand my options and costs for getting CarPlay added. I have the VIN number on the paperwork and I think it has enhanced bluetooth (as I was using the Spotify app wirelessly during the test drive and could see the album artwork). Grateful for any help on the safest and most cost effective way to have CarPlay added. TIA!

Send me your VIN

kubax86 · 03-01-2023, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by nicster

Hi. BMW newbie here. My 2018 420i gran coupe is being delivered today and I want to understand my options and costs for getting CarPlay added. I have the VIN number on the paperwork and I think it has enhanced bluetooth (as I was using the Spotify app wirelessly during the test drive and could see the album artwork). Grateful for any help on the safest and most cost effective way to have CarPlay added. TIA!

PM sent

nicster · 03-01-2023, 11:08 AM

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PM sent

Thank you. Will reply.

02-16-2023, 11:13 AM	#837
Dirty Tool Second Lieutenant 28 Rep 258 Posts Drives: F80 M3 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: London iTrader: (0)	Can anyone recommend a shop to supply/fit an MMI car play box around the London/Hertfordshire area? Thanks
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Jackofallgrades New Member 47 Rep 18 Posts Drives: F31 340i Touring Join Date: Feb 2023 Location: Oxfordshire iTrader: (0)	Hi Wibbles, I tried to drop you a PM but your inbox is full, just looking for some support on CarPlay for my ‘18 F31.
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J1m330D New Member 6 Rep 8 Posts Drives: BMW 330D X Drive Join Date: Feb 2023 Location: Lichfield iTrader: (0)	Has anyone used droid UK for their MMI box? I’ve got a 2015 Pre LCI with pro nav so this looks to be my best option.
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mineralgreyf31 New Member 11 Rep 16 Posts Drives: BMW F31 335d Join Date: Jan 2023 Location: United Kingdom iTrader: (0) Garage List 2017 BMW 335d F31 [0.00]	Big thanks to Wibbles for helping me sort my CarPlay out, massively knowledgable and helpful! Now have full screen working! Very happy.
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fidividi New Member 0 Rep 11 Posts Drives: BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe Join Date: Feb 2023 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Hi Guys, How do I know if my car needs a wifi antenna for Apple Carplay or not? I am getting mixed messages from different sources. I have a 2017 4 Series Gran Coupe.. I am new so don't know how many messages I need to post before I can PM people in here.. Thanks.
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03-01-2023, 02:16 AM	#855
nicster Registered 0 Rep 4 Posts Drives: BMW 420i gran coupe Join Date: Mar 2023 Location: Scotland iTrader: (0)	Hi. BMW newbie here. My 2018 420i gran coupe is being delivered today and I want to understand my options and costs for getting CarPlay added. I have the VIN number on the paperwork and I think it has enhanced bluetooth (as I was using the Spotify app wirelessly during the test drive and could see the album artwork). Grateful for any help on the safest and most cost effective way to have CarPlay added. TIA!
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