New CD43

[///Sniper535]

So I can't seem to fix the C33 so I just went ahead and bought a CD43. Now I need some kind of AUX adapter!!!







Thanks to Ross for the door tweeters, they make a big difference in sound.

[///Sniper535]

I almost forgot, do I need the 96+ data cable in order to use any of the aftermarket IPOD/AUX adapter?

[Rick L]

Yes, you need different cable for it to work with AUX/IPOD adapter.

I almost forgot, do I need the 96+ data cable in order to use any of the aftermarket IPOD/AUX adapter?

[Rick L]

Newer cable looks like this. There are two connector ends to the trunk. If I'm not mistaken, there is only single connector attached to head unit.

I almost forgot, do I need the 96+ data cable in order to use any of the aftermarket IPOD/AUX adapter?

[Claude]

Does the CD43 really a plug and play unit in the 535i 89, a direct C33 replacement without any cabling modification ? I read somewhere long time ago that the CD43 will only fits on E34 after 1991 :
"Will fit vehicles with*standard DIN size slot: BMW E36 3 series 1992-99, 318i, 318t, 323i, 325i, 328i, M3,*Z1, Z3, M Roadster, M*Coupe.*5 series BMW E34 1992-95, 525i, 530i, 535i, 540i, M5. BMW 7 series, BMW*E32 1992-94, BMW 8 series*, BMW E31,BMW *E30 3 series."

[///Sniper535]

Well, when the previous owner had the original harness chopped up to fit an aftermarket headunit...

All I had to do was cut a radio harness and antenna cable(NOT FUN) from a newer BMW and rewire it to my car.

[dennyg]

Where do you find a new cd43? I bought one used on the bay for 190.00 Is new that much more?

I also have an 89 and would like to change my sony unit out so if you have pics of the wiring gang please post. It was plug an play on my 1994 car.

[///Sniper535]

The CD43 was used (from eBay "germanaudiotech") but it looks like new.