1997 bmw 740il stereo
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Topic: 1997 bmw 740il stereo
Posted By: jfwynn
Subject: 1997 bmw 740il stereo
Date Posted: April 24, 2012 at 12:55 AM
I am lookimg to install an aftermarket stereo in my 1997 BMW 740iL. I understand that it is not easy because of the DSP and PI-Bus communication. Can anyone tell me how or if an aftermarket can be installed.
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Posted By: tonanzith
Date Posted: April 26, 2012 at 11:43 AM
Assuming you have the version that has the single din radio located to the left of the clock display then it is not any more complicated than a standard deck install. You don't even need a dash kit. You WOULD however need an antenna adapter which metra lists as a 40-vw10 and I would recommend a wiring harness to make your life easier which metra lists as a 70-8950 or a 70-8951 if your system is amplified.
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Gary Sather
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