That useless cell phone holder..

[e39krazy]

I got this useless cell phone in my 545i thats taking up all of my storage space in the center console. Its a cingular CDMA phone, not even GSM so yeah useless. I really cant find anything on how to take it out, anyone know of a guide or how to? I cant find any screws on it or near it and really don't want to tear apart the whole dash area. Ideas?

[stream]

If you lift up the hinged base the phone cradle is on, there should be 4 torx screws (circled in red below):

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=89594&d=1161965841

Here's a DIY for installing a snap-in adapter I did a while back--you could just reverse the order to disconnect and remove the cradle:
http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?t=172379

[e39krazy]

I would like to remove the deal, including the bracket under it also. Unless i can get an adapter for my iphone 3g

[txag_530i]

Taking out the entire assembly is quite an involved process that involves removing a lot of the interiror trim pieces from the center console. You can remove the phone base plate as described above and then install a small storage compartment tray in its place. The storage compart try part # is 51167114124 (I think).

You can indeed get a snap-in adapter for the iPhone 3G. The part number is 84212151038. Do some research as you may need additonal parts. Give Garry Romani a call at BMW of Newport, 401-847-9600 ext 2448, for the best pricing.

[stream]

Give Garry Romani a call at BMW of Newport, 401-847-9600 ext 2448, for the best pricing.

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He's the parts manager there, and sells parts/accessories @ 25% discount, no tax, and very reasonable shipping.

[e39krazy]

My car doesnt have bluetooth would the phone work over the stereo?

[txag_530i]

No, the snap-in adapter is purely a phone charger and it will not activate bluetooth in your car.

[NumberSix]

Has anyone installed the snap in for the iPhone 3G?

Thanks

[txag_530i]

I have and it works well. Click here (http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?t=172379) for an installation guide.

[NumberSix]

:thumbup:Great instructions - the photos are very helpful.
:)I also have a attached a copy of PN # 01 29 0 403 645 (Communication, Hands-Free) Installation Instructions Version 6.0 dated November 2007.

:dunno:I have one problem. Both your thread and the Installation Instructions say to use the Eject Box for Snap-In P/N 84 21 6 946 075; BUT the dealer ordered P/N 84 10 9 160 935 saying that it "interchanges" with the P/N shown in your thread and the Instructions.

:confused:For the 3, 5 and 6 series cars (7 series comes standard with the eject box built-in) the instructions clearly state (page 5 for the 5 series): Correct eject box P/N 84 21 6 946 075 must be used to ensure proper functionality of snap-in adaptors and also to: verify that the eject box, is P/N 84 21 6 946 075 and marked with "TCU" lettering underneath coin tray and FAKRA antenna connector has a yellow band near connector

:rolleyes:Has anyone used the "interchange" P/N 84 10 9 160 935?