BMW OF SAN DIEGO is pleased to announce an update to the iPod interface for MOST Bus vehicles. The device integrates the Apple iPod into the BMW audio system and allows customers to control and listen to their iPod music collection by using the vehicle’s iDrive, radio and steering wheel controls, if equipped.

The interface module is compatible with 4th and 5th generation iPods, iPod mini, iPod nano, iPod Classic, iPhone and iPod Touch. The interface is not compatible with the 3rd generation iPod or earlier and the iPod shuffle.

This device cannot be used in conjunction with the 6-disc CD Changer and or Multi Media Changer.

The installation kit consists of wiring harness/es, the interface module, Owner’s Manual and miscellaneous installation parts. The interface module is connected to the MOST Bus, located behind the dash and has a cable running to the glovebox of the vehicle. The connector located in the glovebox of the vehicle provides the connection between the iPod and the vehicle, and also charges the iPod while connected and the vehicle is running.

Using the CD Changer mode on the iDrive or radio controls, customers can access the full functionality of their iPod. CD1 allows the customer to listen to their own customized playlists, CD2 by artist names, CD3 by album title, CD4 by music genre, CD5 by Podcast, and CD6 displays a selection of songs from their music library. Additional features such as Repeat, Random and Scan can also be selected.

Important:

• The interface module is compatible with 4th and 5th generation iPods, iPod mini, iPod nano, iPod Classic, iPhone and iPod Touch. The interface is not compatible with the 3rd generation iPod or earlier and the iPod shuffle.
  
• This device cannot be used in conjunction with the 6-disc CD Changer and or Multi Media Changer.
  
• PROGMAN Version 27 or later must be used for retrofit coding.