- #BMW E60 CCC UPGRADE TO CIC PDF#
- #BMW E60 CCC UPGRADE TO CIC INSTALL#
- #BMW E60 CCC UPGRADE TO CIC CODE#
- #BMW E60 CCC UPGRADE TO CIC BLUETOOTH#
I'll talk about those parts as I get to them. It can be really difficult to remove some pieces and sometimes requires a lot of force too or applying pressure to just the right place. While I didn't break or ruin anything, I can't say I wasn't worried about doing so most of the time. If you're thinking about doing it, I would recommend taking it to a professional if you're scared of breaking pieces, ruining wires, etc. It certainly wasn't a trouble free install, but wasn't super difficult either.
#BMW E60 CCC UPGRADE TO CIC INSTALL#
I bought a CIC/Combox retrofit kit from Mike Benvo's and decided to do the install myself. It’s very difficult to see properly in the back of an E63 without proper lighting (and uncomfortable).You have to splice into your hazard and door lock switch cable for CIC control illumination.You have to take out the center console of your car.Mike can sometimes be a bit slow to respond via e-mail when he’s busy (but just text or call him!).(Note that you need data tethering for BMW Online and Internet functionality) Combox provides access to neat features like BMW Online (Google StreetView, Weather, etc.), Internet and Office (contacts, etc.).
#BMW E60 CCC UPGRADE TO CIC BLUETOOTH#
Combox allows Bluetooth media streaming (you can still use an iPod, USB stick, etc.CIC has a built-in hard drive that stores navigation data (replacing the navigation DVD) and can store your music.CIC looks much better looking than CCC (higher resolution, cleaner interface).Mike did an excellent job coding my car and got it running perfectly (and followed up afterwards to make sure everything is working well).Mike is very patient and available and doesn’t give up.
#BMW E60 CCC UPGRADE TO CIC PDF#
Sources have been included in the Resources section.įor a short list of things I discovered that weren't mentioned elsewhere or are obscure, scroll down to the Notes section at the bottom.Īlso, there's a PDF copy attached to this post and available here. Note that some pictures were borrowed from other posts, for the sake of completeness. In retrospect, I would have a professional (such as Mike himself) do the retrofit for me given the amount of things I had to remove from my car and put back. Overall it was a great learning experience and I was very happy with Mike’s support and service. I’ve included information about some of the issues that I ran into and questions that I had when I was doing the retrofit. In short, I ordered a CIC/Combox retrofit kit from Mike Benvo’s and installed the retrofits myself. It’s a bit long winded, but I decided to make it as clear and step-by-step as possible to help resolve any questions that might arise. I'm asking $1,450 shipped within the continental US.I just completed a CIC and Combox retrofit on my 2009 M6 Coupé and thought I'd write up my experience since there doesn't seem to be much content for E63s. Similar kit from a commercial retrofit supplier will be at least $1,699.00 + $389.00 + shipping.
#BMW E60 CCC UPGRADE TO CIC CODE#
I can install and code it to your vehicle if drop by in Louisville, KY.Įverything is in very good condition and works 100%. The only part required to complete the retrofit is #1, CIC faceplate trim. iDrive controller + Plastic Bezel (if you really want newer style iDrive controller and ready to cut the center console) Combox (Bluetooth audio (AD2P), Bluetooth SMS and email (MAP), BMW Apps, Internet)Ĥ. CIC USB cable and port (If you want to load music via USB port)ģ. iDrive (much faster than CCC), maps, real time traffic, HD Radio, HDD music storage/playback, better Phone/Bluetooth integration, DVD playback, Voice Control etc.ĭepending on your vehicle configuration and desired features you may want to acquire yourselfĢ. ISTA V41 firmware (Coding Index 16) loaded. Activation Module (Nav, Voice, ViM) - Plug and PlayĦ. US CIC head unit with HD radio (IBOC) tuner.ĥ. Up for sale is CIC retrofit kit for E60/E61/E63/E64.