Cannot connect to AUX

[markprz86]

Hi all,

Today i connected an aux cable to the back of my 2006 Z4 Coupe head unit. The stereo cannot find the aux input, i believe this is due to a cheap ebay cable that doesnt have the right resistance.

(On the rear of the head unit, there are plugs in both input sockets, however i do not have a CD changer, so not sure what these are for?)

I’ve seen a thread that shows soldering resistors/capacitors into the aftermarket aux cable, however this isnt something i wish to do.

Is there a cable anyone could recommend of a betterg quality that doesnt need this modification?

Thanks

 

[basil the dog]

I had exactly the same problem when i fitted a crappy ebay cable to my coupe,i got one from an outfit called "NM nigel marston motorsport"
fitted no problem and worked first time, i'm sure there is some info on here about what socket it goes in where ,
cheers

 

[MefiEcosse]

Fruity Car Cables is the place to go!

 

[Kevoz4]

Fruity Car Cables is the place to go!

I wouldn’t bother with them, I bought one in November, it didn’t work, emailed numerous times and I’ve not heard a squeak form him.

 

[markprz86]

Can anyone tell me the part number for the MINI Cooper aux cable that is compatible with the Z4?

I believe this is better priced than the BMW part

Thanks

 

[markprz86]

I had exactly the same problem when i fitted a crappy ebay cable to my coupe,i got one from an outfit called "NM nigel marston motorsport"
fitted no problem and worked first time, i'm sure there is some info on here about what socket it goes in where ,
cheers

Interesting. I've looked on their website, however cannot find the part?? Any ideas?

 

[basil the dog]

I'll take a look at the receipt and send you the details tonight buddy

 

[MefiEcosse]

Fruity Car Cables is the place to go!

I wouldn’t bother with them, I bought one in November, it didn’t work, emailed numerous times and I’ve not heard a squeak form him.

Strange, I've used them for both my Zeds and they worked perfectly.

 

[basil the dog]

Here you go
Item no 61120153156 BMW retrofit auxiliary input cable, genuine. 61120153156. £34.95
Hope it helps

 

[Kevoz4]

Fruity Car Cables is the place to go!

I wouldn’t bother with them, I bought one in November, it didn’t work, emailed numerous times and I’ve not heard a squeak form him.

Strange, I've used them for both my Zeds and they worked perfectly.

Hi, yes it’s a bit strange as I’ve used him before with no problem. I had an initial contact but all of a sudden nothing.