03-11-2019, 04:51 PM | #1 |
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Is it possible to download CarPlay in a 2018 BMW X3?
I am potentially looking to buy a pre owned 2018 BMW X3, that does not have Apple CarPlay installed. I am very used to using CarPlay in my current car and it's a must have for me in any new car I have.
The car has a navigation system with the big center screen on the dash. I don't mind paying extra, but I want to know if buying CarPlay is an option via the BMW ConnectedDrive store? I would ideally like the wireless carplay that BMW's provide, but I am also ok with a wired carplay if that's the only option. This pre-owned BMW is sold by a non-BMW dealership, but the dealership sales told me that adding CarPlay is possible. I tried calling my local BMW dealership but the response was very confusing. My decision to buy the car is based on this feature so want to make sure I don't regret it later. Any response would be appreciated. Last edited by BrilliantGobble; 03-11-2019 at 04:54 PM.. Reason: Fixing a typo |
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03-11-2019, 07:09 PM | #3 |
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Hi. Yes, you can add the option via the connected drive store. You can also have it remotely coded for the vehicle. If you had the smaller screen system in your vehicle, you would not be able to add the feature.
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Needing "Wireless Charging" for Apple Carplay sounds very weird to me, but just wanna check if you know if that's the case. |
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However, for cars without wireless charging (the wifi antenna), it's apparently not simple to get carplay after delivery. See this post. |
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06-30-2019, 06:14 AM | #9 |
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I have a 2018 X3M40i with Apple CarPlay preparation - but we dont have access to BMW connected services in Abu Dhabi - despite them being present on the car. I am therefore keen to know how I could get CarPlay activated - without going through BMW connected? Any ideas welcome! Cheers Steve
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09-04-2020, 01:11 PM | #11 |
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Sorry to revive an old thread but I'm trying to get to the bottom of this. So I have a 2018 BMW X3, IDRIVE6, but no wireless antenna or "CarPlay prep" as mentioned from the factory.
I'm thinking all I need to do is buy and install a wireless antenna to the IDRIVE unit, and then do the coding to enable CarPlay... both full screen and to unlock it. I'm not paying for CarPlay to BMW, I don't care about the warranty concern. Despite having Connected, it's not an option in the menus to purchase/enable CarPlay (even if the phone is connected via USB to the car). Can someone validate my thinking above? Thanks!
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09-04-2020, 01:50 PM | #12 |
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You are correct. It's been discussed before in an old thread or two. You can get an antenna off aliexpress for like five bucks and it works just as good as OEM. Other members have done it before.
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09-05-2020, 09:53 AM | #13 |
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Thanks! I appreciate the response. Just closing the loop on this. I was able to reach out to a forum vendor and get this coded into my X3. I'll post pictures in a bit.
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I was able to code in CarPlay to my X3 and it technically works over Bluetooth, but there's a noticeable lag in the interface, and the connection is very spotty. I also had to manually pair/unpair the phone every time to get it to work. This could've been for a variety of reasons, and I'd rather just install the wireless antenna for a solid connection and signal. So thanks Kubax for your awesome help with the coding and advice. In my M4 I did an IDRIVE 6 retrofit with a wireless antenna and it works perfectly... no lag, no need to pair/unpair etc. Very excited to have the same experience on my X3
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Please can you tell me if you cam right with this? I am buying the same X3 M40i from the dealer in Abu dhabi but I live in Dubai. The vehicle is fully installed with all the tele services and connect drive options but they are disabled or not activated. I live in Dubai. Dubai does not have regulations against ConnectedDrive or CarPlay. Is there any help or advice you can offer me? thanks, |
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You just need to tell them that this is what you want done. If they refuse then for ID6 there are forum members who can remotely code this for you (for a fee) but I strongly recommend you get the BMW dealer to do it. |
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I recently purchased a CPO 2018 330i Xdrive touring F30 and have been told by the dealer that apple car play is not an option because it wasn't originally installed as an option from the factory. I hear you're the guy that can help with these kind of things and hoping that's the case. Please let me know if you are able and willing to assist. Thank you! -Jared |
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