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07-18-2022, 10:20 AM | #1 |
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Hello everyone. I just picked up my new to me Z4 on Saturday. I had a few questions. It’s a 2011 35is. Seems to be a great car. Only has 40k miles on it.
One of my questions is, is it possible to add a backup camera to this car? I looked on the website Crutchfield and I think they sell a kit but wasn’t sure. My other question is, why does the radio and the pop up screen stay on after the car is shut off? Is that normal? |
07-18-2022, 10:32 AM | #2 | |
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Full details on how to fit it are here in my How-To video and links to the official website are in the description. Any questions then I'm more than happy to help. I don't sell these, I just do fitting, in the UK, but have fitted a few of these now including my own which I use every day Basically, it shouldn't! As soon as you turn off it should stop playing and the screen should go down. Does it go down eventually, say about 15 minutes later?
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07-18-2022, 11:22 AM | #3 |
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I just got home from the store and went out to look after about 10 minutes, and yes the screen and folded back down. I wonder why it doesn’t do it immediately after the car is powered off? I know absolutely nothing about these cars. I’ve had so many different ones in my life, but never a BMW. I looked at the video description on the box you were talking about, and saw there are 2 different ones. Either of those do come with a camera? |
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07-18-2022, 12:01 PM | #4 |
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You need to hit the stop button TWICE in order to shut the power accessories off with the engine. You'll also notice the dash display goes blank with the second hit.
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The difference between the two models is that one is standard and the other has a built-in DSP (equaliser). They both connect exactly the same and work in the same way Quote:
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07-18-2022, 12:19 PM | #6 |
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Paris….thank you I’ll have to try that.
Dave….I have no idea if I have keyless or not. And thank you for the info on the 2 boxes. I’ll probably try to find the camera you’re talking about and pick up a box. So any kind of camera will work? Mike |
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As for a camera, this is the sort of one I'd recommend... https://www.ebay.com/itm/20379478371...3ABFBMgJXCpsJg
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07-18-2022, 03:30 PM | #8 |
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I guess it does have it because I can lock it and then just stick my fingers under the door handle and it unlocks, and the key can stay in my pocket to start it. I’ll definitely look into getting that camera and box. Thank you |
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Yes just use the link in the video description and they sort you out
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07-19-2022, 03:55 AM | #10 |
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How do I know if I have the amplified system? Also I was going to ask how you tell if it has the cd changer or not? I was watching the install video and it was mentioned in it. |
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CD Changer - Go to this site https://bimmer.work/ and enter your VIN. It'll give you all of the specs your Z came with from the factory. What you need to look for are either 672 - CDC Prep or 694 CD Changer. If you don't have either then you'll need some coding to be done.
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CD Changer - Go to this site https://bimmer.work/ and enter your VIN. It'll give you all of the specs your Z came with from the factory. What you need to look for are either 672 - CDC Prep or 694 CD Changer.
If you don't have either then you'll need some coding to be done.[/QUOTE] Yea I went and looked and didn’t have either of those codes |
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07-23-2022, 02:25 PM | #14 |
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Hope you're enjoying you Z4. Texas has some great top down days. I used to live in New Orleans, and traveled to Houston, many times in my 97 BMW 329IC. Most of the highways in Texas are really high speed, and people really run out their BMWs. So, at this point in your ownership of the Z4, I'd expect it was driven hard and fast on those Texas highways. I think you should look into changing all the fluids, especially transmission fluid, filter, coolant, and brake fluid. In your boots, I'd also change those salmon relays that control the top motors. If one or the other fail your top will be stuck either up, or down or 1/2 way. The result will be a huge repair bill, only at the dealer. You might want to put some conditioner on all the top and door seals. Use a German product called Gummi Pflege Stift. First wipe down the seals with soapy water, dry, then apply the Gummi. Be sure to apply it to the rear top seal both roof, and deck. That seal to replace cost over $700.00. The seal between the windshield and top is equally important. Check the batter compartment for present, and past flooding. Flooding here could lead to a massive cost for the hydraulic top system. It is also the home of those salmon relays on the hydraulic systems motors and pump. Look throughout the top mechanical joints, clean if dirty, and shoot a little lube on each joint. This will keep the top moving properly. Open and close the top, listen for any noises from the joints. No creeks or grinds should be present. Keep in mind BMW top fixes are expensive. My Z4 is a 2009 3.0 no turbo. I do know you have a turbo, and must watch it. Best of Luck with your Z.
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