Finally an AUX plug!

M_Six · 03-15-2010, 08:31 PM

Finally got an AUX adapter installed. I went cheap with the Bavauto replacement ashtray version. Not a bad install except for getting the #$$(%^%! center vents out. Managed to do it without damaging them, though. No job for the hamfisted.

Sunny and springlike for the rest of the week, so I'll be getting plenty of use out of it.

The__J__Factor · 03-15-2010, 11:50 PM

Yeah i got that one too - works great.
Now i just need a retractable aux cable so its not so messy.

sirmalloc · 03-16-2010, 03:14 AM

I'm using the short audio cable that comes with the Griffin AutoPilot, and I found just wrapping it around the lid for the ash tray and pushing it in the crevice keeps things nice and neat.

M_Six · 03-16-2010, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by The__J__Factor

Yeah i got that one too - works great.
Now i just need a retractable aux cable so its not so messy.

I have a retractable. It was just a few bucks on Amazon. Works great.

dharper · 03-16-2010, 08:07 AM

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Originally Posted by sirmalloc

I'm using the short audio cable that comes with the Griffin AutoPilot, and I found just wrapping it around the lid for the ash tray and pushing it in the crevice keeps things nice and neat.

sirmalloc,
How do you like the AutoPilot? I have used the Griffin TuneFlex in another car, and have liked it, but it seems to be in the way in the Z4. I have seen the AutoPilot, but haven't decided on it yet.
Also, does your power socket turn off with the key? It seems that mine doesn't (2003 Z4), and I was concerned about forgetting to unplug the AutoPilot or TuneFlex.

MinneapolisJeff · 03-16-2010, 09:12 AM

is that AUX adapter compatible with all Z4 model years?

chickdr · 03-16-2010, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by jman1975

is that AUX adapter compatible with all Z4 model years?

I think it is.

sirmalloc · 03-16-2010, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by dharper

sirmalloc,
How do you like the AutoPilot? I have used the Griffin TuneFlex in another car, and have liked it, but it seems to be in the way in the Z4. I have seen the AutoPilot, but haven't decided on it yet.
Also, does your power socket turn off with the key? It seems that mine doesn't (2003 Z4), and I was concerned about forgetting to unplug the AutoPilot or TuneFlex.

I love it. The physical play / next / previous buttons on it make changing tracks on my iPhone easy when I can't look away from the road. Here's a link to my full setup, showing the ProClip mount and dock that I am using. The socket doesn't turn off with the key, but the power draw for keeping the led ring lit on the AutoPilot is negligible. I've left it plugged in and not driven the car for a week and never had any issues.

Hawkeye · 03-16-2010, 01:10 PM

What was wrong with the AUX on/under the dash? Or did the 2006 not have that?

M_Six · 03-16-2010, 01:57 PM

Nope. No such animal. Would have made life easier for sure.

chickdr · 03-16-2010, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Hawkeye

What was wrong with the AUX on/under the dash? Or did the 2006 not have that?

The aux-in was added in 2007...

Spaceman Spiff · 03-16-2010, 03:08 PM

You sir did not go cheap. I went cheap when I got the e46 version w/o the replacement ashtray and just glued it on. Now THAT is cheap :P

M_Six · 03-16-2010, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Spaceman Spiff

You sir did not go cheap. I went cheap when I got the e46 version w/o the replacement ashtray and just glued it on. Now THAT is cheap :P

Well, it was cheaper than a DICE or similar option. I went the same route as you with my X5 and cut the hell out of my hand drilling a hole in bottom of the ashtray. When I screw up, it's usually with a power tool in my hand. This time I didn't need a power tool, so everyone was safer.

Plus this version has the added feature of a rubberized ashtray. No more noise from the coinage.

Hawkeye · 03-16-2010, 03:34 PM

a ruberized ashtray would be nice for that. Luckily my music is usually loud enough that I cannot hear coins move anyway

MinneapolisJeff · 04-19-2010, 10:17 AM

Couple of questions on the Bavauto kit...

Since I've never pulled out the stock head unit, it appears the aux adapter just plugs into the head unit...that correct? They give instructions on what to pull off in what order to pull out the head unit? Just trying to gauge the difficulty

Bonus question

Anyone know if a stock head unit from 2007- would fit/work with a 2003? Reason I ask is mine is acting flaky (i.e. the tuner just stopped working yesterday while driving...stopped to get gas, turned the car back on and it was working again) so I might want to replace and getting one with the AUX port available would be nice

psygnosis · 04-19-2010, 11:37 AM

I just got the cable for the e46 or x3, I can't remember, for like ~$40 and stuck the socket in the panel under the climate controls, like it is for 2007+

MinneapolisJeff · 04-19-2010, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by psygnosis

I just got the cable for the e46 or x3, I can't remember, for like ~$40 and stuck the socket in the panel under the climate controls, like it is for 2007+

good tip, I will take a look at mine, sounds like the easiest install of them all

psygnosis · 04-19-2010, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by jman1975

Couple of questions on the Bavauto kit...

Since I've never pulled out the stock head unit, it appears the aux adapter just plugs into the head unit...that correct? They give instructions on what to pull off in what order to pull out the head unit? Just trying to gauge the difficulty

Bonus question

Anyone know if a stock head unit from 2007- would fit/work with a 2003? Reason I ask is mine is acting flaky (i.e. the tuner just stopped working yesterday while driving...stopped to get gas, turned the car back on and it was working again) so I might want to replace and getting one with the AUX port available would be nice

All Z4 radios support AUX input, there's nothing special about the 2007 radio in this regard aside from the fact that it came with the cable under the dash stock from the factory. (If you got a new radio from any year you'd still have to get the AUX cable and put it somewhere)

As for compatibility, I know there were some minor changes over the years, mp3, support for HD radio (never figured out if that was part of the radio or a module for the radio) but I've never heard of a new radio/nav control thingy not working in a newer car.

protip: if you get a 2005+ black colored radio you can swap the faceplates so that it will still match the rest of your gray interior stuffs.

jcutrell · 04-20-2010, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by jman1975

Couple of questions on the Bavauto kit...

Since I've never pulled out the stock head unit, it appears the aux adapter just plugs into the head unit...that correct? They give instructions on what to pull off in what order to pull out the head unit? Just trying to gauge the difficulty

Bonus question

Anyone know if a stock head unit from 2007- would fit/work with a 2003? Reason I ask is mine is acting flaky (i.e. the tuner just stopped working yesterday while driving...stopped to get gas, turned the car back on and it was working again) so I might want to replace and getting one with the AUX port available would be nice

I purchased a head unit from a 2008 BMW X3 for my 2003 Z4 (for the mp3 capability) and swapped the trim from my original head unit so that it would match the rest of the dash. The X3 and the Z4 head units are the same. You would still need to buy the aux cable if you want that feature. I still have the original 2003 head unit if anyone is interested. It works fine. It just won't play cd's recorded in mp3 format.

MinneapolisJeff · 04-21-2010, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by jcutrell

I purchased a head unit from a 2008 BMW X3 for my 2003 Z4 (for the mp3 capability) and swapped the trim from my original head unit so that it would match the rest of the dash. The X3 and the Z4 head units are the same. You would still need to buy the aux cable if you want that feature. I still have the original 2003 head unit if anyone is interested. It works fine. It just won't play cd's recorded in mp3 format.

oooh now you've got me interested... where did you buy the head unit from? private seller via eBay/Craigslist? or dealership?

I think I'd like to swap the head unit and pick up an AUX cable, I better start looking at the classifieds

jcutrell · 04-21-2010, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by jman1975

oooh now you've got me interested... where did you buy the head unit from? private seller via eBay/Craigslist? or dealership?

I think I'd like to swap the head unit and pick up an AUX cable, I better start looking at the classifieds

Purchased through eBay

VinnieAces · 05-01-2010, 08:49 PM

Just ordered my bavauto aux kit for the mc after thinking about just getting a deck...figured this way i have a stealth aux input and get to keep things looking clean on the inside...plus i'll save a few hundred

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M_Six Free Thinker 16964 Rep 7,455 Posts Drives: 2016 MB GLC300 4matic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Foothills of Mt Level iTrader: (0)	Finally an AUX plug! Finally got an AUX adapter installed. I went cheap with the Bavauto replacement ashtray version. Not a bad install except for getting the #$$(%^%! center vents out. Managed to do it without damaging them, though. No job for the hamfisted. Sunny and springlike for the rest of the week, so I'll be getting plenty of use out of it. __________________ Mark markj.pics "There is no shame in dropping fruit in your glass." -UncleWede
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M_Six Free Thinker 16964 Rep 7,455 Posts Drives: 2016 MB GLC300 4matic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Foothills of Mt Level iTrader: (0)	Nope. No such animal. Would have made life easier for sure. __________________ Mark markj.pics "There is no shame in dropping fruit in your glass." -UncleWede
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Spaceman Spiff Captain 86 Rep 847 Posts Drives: R8, 996 C2, Z4MR (sold) Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: SF Bay iTrader: (1)	You sir did not go cheap. I went cheap when I got the e46 version w/o the replacement ashtray and just glued it on. Now THAT is cheap :P
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Hawkeye Brigadier General 2070 Rep 4,365 Posts Drives: '07 Z4 Coupe, '21 X3, '16 GMC Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Iowa iTrader: (0) Garage List 2016 GMC Sierra SLT [10.00] 2008 Yamaha R6 [9.00]	a ruberized ashtray would be nice for that. Luckily my music is usually loud enough that I cannot hear coins move anyway __________________ 2007 Z4 3.0si Coupe • 6 MT • Black Saphire Metallic • PP • SP 2016 GMC Sierra SLT Z71 Premium Plus 4x4 2017 Harley StreetGlide • Denim Black • V&H Tune 2021 BMW x30i • Phytonic Blue Metallic • Fully loaded
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MinneapolisJeff First Lieutenant 8 Rep 326 Posts Drives: 2003 BMW Z4 3.0i Join Date: May 2009 Location: Minneapolis/St. Paul iTrader: (0)	Couple of questions on the Bavauto kit... Since I've never pulled out the stock head unit, it appears the aux adapter just plugs into the head unit...that correct? They give instructions on what to pull off in what order to pull out the head unit? Just trying to gauge the difficulty Bonus question Anyone know if a stock head unit from 2007- would fit/work with a 2003? Reason I ask is mine is acting flaky (i.e. the tuner just stopped working yesterday while driving...stopped to get gas, turned the car back on and it was working again) so I might want to replace and getting one with the AUX port available would be nice __________________ the stable: 2003 BMW Z4 3.0i 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander SE 2021 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon
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psygnosis Major 23 Rep 1,034 Posts Drives: '04 Z4 3.0i Sport Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: WA iTrader: (0)	I just got the cable for the e46 or x3, I can't remember, for like ~$40 and stuck the socket in the panel under the climate controls, like it is for 2007+ __________________ Straightaways are for fast cars, Corners are for fast drivers.
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