How do I find out if I have an Alpine changer? Mine appears to be a factory BMW changer in a 1999 525i. Thanks
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BMW does not make changers. From 1996 to about 2002/3 in the 5's the chargers were made by alpine and it is direct fit for the factory unit. Keith De Cay
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Mine is in a 2002 BMW K1200lt Motorcycle. Has 6 Player CD on the sliding door. And Compact disk digital sound on the right hand side. I think I saw a picture and just took a chance it would fit. It works fine.
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BMW does not make changers. From 1996 to about 2002/3 in the 5's the chargers were made by alpine and it is direct fit for the factory unit.Keith De Cay
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IT probaby is not an Alpine. My 93- 525 had a pioneer system, which at the time I elected to purchase my own system. Also if you reseach the internet look for the CD record cartridge it will also specify the model player. The 7 Series I have is Alpine (2002)
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Just look at the CD changer in the back of the trunk. It should be pretty clear, I sold my 540i : ( but I remember that it was black but it didn't come with the 6 disk magazine. Thankfully they're realitively cheap on Amazon & eBay. Look up images on google just to make sure it's the original CD changer.
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I bought this tuner in 2008 for my alpine Sirius ready radio head. While this tuner was first manufactured in 2005, it will not work on your radio. They are proprietary to alpine products. This product was specifically designed and sold to pair Alpine brand radio heads that were Sirius ready...meaning these radios lacked the Sirius tuner, but were internally programmed to broadcast the signal. Back then, it was more economical to purchase alpine radios with capability readiness and purchase add-ones like this tuner later on. That's what I did. Sorry these won't help you. On the brighter side, the quality of this product exceeds all expectations. Been running on the same radio since 2008 without a thought.
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take the stereo out and look for a manufacture date, it needs to be at least 2003 (apparently) It didn't work on my 2002 325ci
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This is a BMW factory accessory. Go to bmwusa.com &gt; Accessories and enter your year and model. Check the part number. It should match up and then you'll know it fits.
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Yes and no...there is an Alpine factory install in one that is on youtube and crutchfield's site that shows an install in a HSE...looks amazing, but a little custom work was needed.
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I'm not sure if that's possible. I would recommend checking with your local BMW dealership for clarification.
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I forgot to mention that I had the same question so I contacted Grado for verification because I thought I had the 325i model when; in fact, I had the 325is which is what I was looking for. Grado no longer makes the older versions.
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Hiyes, they will fit, but I would use an Alpine system, as that is what the BMW use for OEM.
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Hello, I am looking at mine right now and there is a label for BMW, however I can't scroll to it as this unit only worked one time.
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If you purchased this from an Authorized Alpine retailer, simply drive in and they will take care of you. If you did not, please visit alpine-usa.com, click on the "Why Buy Authorized" button and see what you really saved by purchasing from someone not authorized to sell the brand.
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I had an issue with the shifter. Amazon sent out a new one with no problems whatsoever. Keep the original box .
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I have the KTP445A, it is plug and play with Alpine head units. The -U is the "Universal" to be used with other head units.
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The "U" is for universal. It comes with the wiring to connect to just about any head unit. The 445 is a direct connect to Alpine head unit.
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P. O'Connor, can you please come back here once you have connected this bypass to your new head unit, and confirm it indeed works with the Alpine ILX-007?
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I think they have a different one! Best way to find out is call the dealer and ask! Sorry!
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2008 323i? I think you got your years or model #'s mixed. 323's were last made in 2000, if I'm not mistaken.
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Its compatible with my 1998 BMW 528i. I think this unit is compatible with any make or model vehicle. Im very pleased with my unit. If you purchase this same unit, you will be just as pleased.