How to activate Apple CarPlay on your BMW? 

This is the most useful video on this topic in the entire RU-vid field. Thank you! SO MUCH

Activating Car Play on a G31 was very easy once I had a WiFi antenna installed. The only tricky part was to configure VM-Ware (I used a Mac instead of a PC for this) to let the Feature Installer program do its magic. As such, I had to set 2 network devices as bridged, one for the WiFi, the other one for Ethernet. Once done, everything went well and very quickly. No need to fiddle with Firewalls. I highly recommend this method of Car Play activation.

Thanks for the informative video. ✌️

I just activated CarPlay in my 2018 430i Convertible. After agonizing for months over the prospect of disassembling my dashboard to install a wifi antenna and worrying about the potential consequences of third-party software I found Bimmerdoc's videos. Vladimir did an excellent job of describing and illustrating the process, and I decided to go with him. He inspired confidence, and I am not sorry that I chose to go with him. The mechanics of adding the wifi antenna were straightforward and took about fifteen minutes with no problems whatsoever. While there were fits and starts with installing the software, Vladimir answered my questions almost immediately and helped me through the few problems I encountered. I now have fully functional CarPlay in my F33 and I am delighted. Thank you, Vladimir.

Just to whine a bit: there was nothing regarding the android at the end of video, but you've promised it :-) Thnx! Keep recording awesome videos!

Great video! Thanks for sharing. Didn't know it was this easy to set up.

Hello, thanks for your video, what other features you can unlock? Like speed limit display for example? I got a 530e 2018.

Владимир, отлично! Это Новый уровень) тоже всё понятно и доступно.

Hello. Thanks for the video! Does this work as well with the smaller business screen (L7 CID MID) on F20 Lci? I do have the 3 big tiles like yours but the smaller screen...

Very very best Doc for BMW. Спасибо Володя.👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

👍. Как же легко понимать не носителя). Отличное видео! С удовольствием жду новых выпусков!

Great job!! Thank you!

Hello, great video! I have a question for you. Is it possible to set it back to OEM when you’ve used a USB activation method. I have heard it is only working for the ENET solution. can you confirm that? Thanks!

Hello, I really like your video and you have done a great job. Can it be done on BMW 2015 - 528i model?

Brilliant, thankyou

Sir, I have just upgrade my basic stereo 6 speaker system to Hifi *S676A with amlifier. Would you pls guide me which parts I need to code in ESYS? Thank you!

Hi Would you be able to activate carplay on a F33 2017 - NBT EVO ID 5 system using this method?

Thanks for the quick reply 👏🏻 Just found out that I’ll need an MMI box as my 2021 X1 isn’t compatible.😢

@Bimmerdoc How much do you charge to do this? and can it be done to a 2017 440i?

Владимир, еще раз спасибо за твои видео. Подскажи пжс, на твоей Ф34 у тебя установлен CarPlay, на полный экран или частично? Есть мнение что на НБТ от Ф серии на фулскрин сделать технически не получиться.

Hi there, I have Bmw g30 2017. I saw the video and I’m having the latest iD5 version . Please let me know how much will it cost me for getting the coding done and do I need anything installed. Thanks

i have a BMW 550i 2011 - Can I use the CarPLay?- Tks for the video.

Hi Bimmerdoc, do you have a solution for a 2013 bmw 640i?

Hi i have a bmw x4 g02 2018 model and ID5 display type . I guess I have id6 but its a non touch screen. In this case to activate android auto do i need to buy a bimmertech module or something? or can i just connect some OBD Connector and activate. Please advise.

Hello there, Can I use apple carplay feature in 2020 x1 16d - m ( no navigation ) , that I just bought

Hi, found your video so useful. I’ve got 2016, f82, head unit NBTevo H163031, it’s also Wi-Fi ready ( S6WD). Is it correct that I can ad CARPLAY via USB? How do I get the software? Many thanks

i have BMW 530E 2018 ...the. lettrer os Q... so new SW , is the same process like you show on the video with old SW ?

Hi awesome video. Will this work for my BMW X1 2018? Also, Do I need the wifi antenna?

Hello! I have a Bmw i3 94ah 2018 with software with “X” letter and idrive6 id6 hardware. I already have an enet cable. So how much will it cost to activate CarPlay with your remote assistance? Thank you

Does your cad need the wifi antenna option for this to work? Or does carplay only use Bluetooth

Hi! I have a 2018 BMW 320i with the map version (2017-03) would I be able to put CarPlay?

Hey man, hope you’re doing well! I’ve got a 2016 428, is there a way to add CarPlay into my car? Thanks for your time!

Hey Vlademir Thx for the guide. Is that work F20/2019 model with ID6 ? And i dont have navigation :-) If its not possible, than what to do `?

hello! I like your video,very great job and explained perfectly. I would like to know if you have any experience with Mercedes Benz? My car is CLS C257 2019.

Quick question. A friend of mine has a BMW 5 series 2012. Is it possible to have CarPlay with a software update, or is require to connect a box?

Greetings, nice content! Was looking into a concrete BMW (G30 2018) but discovered that it does not have 6CP option in it though it has 609- navi professional. Could CarPlay be activated on such a car? Thanks in advance!

Hi, off topic question :) what I have to do to see my car image on My vehicle tile? My nbt evo id6 shows only data, regards!

чёткий английский, почти без акцента! Молодец

I have 2019 plate 530e, BMW tell me that I can’t have apple carplay as my car doesn’t have the correct hardware? The screen in mine is identical to the one you just updated. Are BMW correct and it’s not possible in all card or does this work even on my car? Thanks for great video

Hey vlad, how can i contact you about getting appleplay?

Hi. I cant seem to find you on FB. Do you do Sli coding? I have a G30 2017 running Y software version id6. I have the kaf camera installed.

Just picked up a 2019 g02 bmw x4 without CarPlay !! Do you have a similar programme to install android auto ???

Hi! What about 2016 bmw x4 m? 😃 Is there any chance I can make this work?

hello，does this work on x1 with entrynav2 HU？thx

I have a late 2018 BMWX2, my HU has 6 tiles, the SW starts with M, what’s the installation procedure here?

Does it work on any year bmw with iDrive? Would a 2014 X5 be able to get it?

Appreciate this video!

Hi, I have a question. I've got a BMW g30 with an 8.8 CID (ID6) screen installed in it. Is it possible for me to use apple carplay? My car doesn't have navigation tho.

This looks so much simpler than installing another unit. So how do I arrange to have this done

hello, i have late 2017 G30 with same screen. possible to add android auto?

Very good video. What happens when you leave you car into a BMW garage for servicing are then likely to restore it back?

I have got a f20 (2017) although it says on the idrive that “apple CarPlay supported” yet I don’t know how to activate it. Please help!!

Hello Vladimar, I have a BMW 2018 530i with an ID 6 head unit. I am trying to use the latest version of Bimmer Utility to code the display for full screen but BU does not show any car play references. I use Carplay in the car every day but with half screen. My software is NBTevo R19144. Can you help me with this? Thanks!

Hi bimmerdoc. How can we do direct message for pricing? Thx

Hello! Would it work if I upgraded the screen?

Thanks for the video Vladimir. I am android user. My f30 has apple car preparation. Can I use android phone with it somehow?

Почему то я не удивился что он на англ справляется ))) красопед

I am from canada I have bmw 330i 2018 with navigation can this process work in my car

I have a m140i with version N of my NBTevo5 Where do I get the file to the usb you talk about?

Hi BimmerDoc - I have a BMW 2015 X6 and just bought a carplay through Amazon but it's not supported. Any helps would greatly appreciated.

Hi. If U could send me please , configuration for car play on USB , NBT EVO ID5 , if possible. BR

Hi, Can it be done on BMW X2 Sdrive18i F39 HU version Way 2018-2 M1941D1R?

Hi could you please assist me, how to activate Bluetooth audio songs and RU-vid in i drive of my BMW X5 2010 so i can listen music via iphone x mobile though Bluetooth call and contact is paired already Tried everything but main menu on i drive does not show this option of manage Bluetooth. Thanks

Where do I find the bin file for the usb method. Mine is Idrive 5 and software starts with G so would be the old usb method. Car is 2017 x3

My NBT EVO version is M. Should I use usb stick or Enet cable? On the telegram bot it told about enet cable on other sources it asks for the usb stick

Hi I have 2014 bmw 535 I do u think this will work in my car. If yes how much?

Hello does it work for BMW F45 série 2 active tourer from 2019. Version shows : G1816D1R. Thank you.

Hi, Can this be done on X1 2018 with the same version as your car which is 6 And would doing this lapse any sort of warranty?

Hi how are you I have a 2016 BMW X6 xdrive 35i would I able to activate car play in it?

Will this work on 2013 bmw f30? I have the big screen head unit

So my bmw is lacking the antenna from what I'm understanding. If i find and plug in the wifi antenna, can i do this process?

Can this install be done using the the phones hotspot, as im in an apartment and my WIFI connection wont reach the car.

puedo activar carplay en bmw x1 año 2018

I don't have car play on my 2017 x3, can I add it just by programing

I bought your full screen apple CarPlay activation and it works great. The only issue is when I initially activated it, the Apple CarPlay app bar was on the right hand side but recently I had to take my car into BMW and so I used your feature installer to restore back to OEM so it didn’t affect my warranty. When I used the software again to recode my Apple CarPlay the app bar is now on the left hand side and not the right hand side which is annoying as I’m from the UK and have a right hand side car. How can I revert it back to the right hand side as before?

Hi Would you be able to activate carplay on a BMW X5 E70 2012 using this method?

Hi, My car has Wifi Hotspot (6WD) , will I still need a WiFi antenna ?

How do I get the software to put the required FSC files to the USB drive? Where can I get the the cable?

my F22 240i 2017 8.8" screen NBT-evo S19222I support Apple carplay?

Hi Doc I have a bmw 3 series 2019 is possible to get apple CarPlay? Thanks

Hey Man, can you help me out with activating car play on my 2018 x3?

Hi can you tell me if i can put Apple car Play with this version, thanks

I have a 4 series F32 with head unit NBTevo_W20204I. Can you install Apple Car Play to this vehicle and head unit?

Does this work for MINI Coopers as well?

Does this work on a 2018 BMW X2 idrive?

Hi, My 2018 118i BMW doesn't have the navigation system, Is it posible to activate CarPlay via software?

I have 2013 bmw 528 drive f10 I can do settings up car play please let me know

Hi i have an i3 2017 which is a NBT_016255A version. Would you know if this is Carplay compatible and what i would need to do please?

Hello Vlad, I have a 2018 320i and the software is M17365I. Could I get Apple car installed? Many thanks!

Is it even possible to connect car-play on f30 with nbt id4 if i will put wifi antenna?

Hello I’m interested in doing that I have a 2016 bmw 528 i and I really want car play on that device can u help me out if possible just subbed to u and mine is not touch pad

Just an FYI coding Apple CarPlay will void your warranty on the head unit, and can fuck the programming up if it’s needed for any repair that requires it and thus causing the head unit to crash and when investigated it will show up as apple car play active when the FSC codes on the vehicle order what show it’s not spec’d with apple carplay! Be careful!

Super

Does apple car play work with my BMW heads up display for navigation?

HI What's the price of you remotely helping to activate CarPlay? Thanks!

Will this process work on an i3 (2018) version O?

Hello, I’m in the US. Can you help me install Apple CarPlay on my 2018 BMW 4. Thanks

Privyet Vöadimir! Veri guuud :) just kidding. :) I think you would get more views if filming all in English

Hi, how much would you charge for car play bmw m5f90?

i have in my x1 this software Road Map EUROPE Way 2020-2 02014C1R its support apple car play ?