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BMW CIC Carplay Android Auto 2008 – 2013 Integration with optical audio connection

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The Carplay MMi add-on allows you to use Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Screen mirror, and AirPlay functions in your car. Google maps, Waze, Sygic Navigation, Apple Maps, Spotify, Apple Music, Whats app, Deezer, Podcasts and other apps are available on the original multimedia screen!

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Integration into the original BMW CIC screen with MOST fibre-optic audio

BMW CIC Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Integration with MOST Fibre-Optic Sound

Add wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to a compatible BMW with the original CIC iDrive system while retaining the factory multimedia display, dashboard appearance and original controls.

This premium interface transfers sound through the vehicle’s MOST fibre-optic network instead of the analogue AUX input. The digital connection helps preserve the original sound quality, including in vehicles equipped with Logic7 or Harman/Kardon audio.

Navigation, music, calls, messages and supported smartphone apps appear on the original BMW display, while the factory iDrive menu, steering-wheel controls, parking sensors and compatible camera functions remain available.

Original BMW CIC integration with digital MOST audio

Keep the factory screen and familiar iDrive controls while adding wireless smartphone functions without routing audio through the analogue AUX input.

Wireless and Wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Connect a compatible phone wirelessly through Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth or use the USB connection when a wired connection is preferred.

Apple CarPlay application menu on the original BMW CIC display

Apple CarPlay

Apple CarPlay provides navigation, calls, messages, music and Siri voice control through the original BMW screen.

Wireless Apple CarPlay works with supported iPhones running iOS 10 or newer. A wired USB connection is also available.

Android Auto application menu on the original BMW CIC display

Android Auto

Android Auto provides Google navigation, communication, music and Google Assistant through the original BMW display.

Wireless Android Auto works with most supported Android phones running Android 10 or newer. Huawei phones using Android 10 / EMUI 10 require USB.

Popular Apps Supported by Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

CarPlay and Android Auto show compatible driving apps installed on the connected phone. Hover over an app to read more about its navigation, music, radio, podcast, calling or messaging functions.

Apple CarPlay Apps

Compatible iPhone apps appear automatically in the CarPlay menu when installed and enabled on the connected phone.

Navigation
Apple Maps logo Apple Maps
Google Maps logo Google Maps
Waze logo Waze
TomTom GO logo TomTom GO
Music, radio and podcasts
Apple Music logo Apple Music
Spotify logo Spotify
YouTube Music logo YouTube Music
Amazon Music logo Amazon Music
TIDAL logo TIDAL
TuneIn Radio logo TuneIn Radio
Apple Podcasts logo Apple Podcasts
Audible logo Audible
Calls and messaging
Phone
Messages
WhatsApp logo WhatsApp
LINE logo LINE

Android Auto Apps

Android Auto shows compatible apps installed and enabled on the connected Android phone.

Navigation
Google Maps logo Google Maps
Waze logo Waze
TomTom AmiGO logo TomTom AmiGO
Sygic logo Sygic
Music, radio and podcasts
Spotify logo Spotify
YouTube Music logo YouTube Music
Amazon Music logo Amazon Music
TIDAL logo TIDAL
Deezer logo Deezer
TuneIn Radio logo TuneIn Radio
Audible logo Audible
Pocket Casts logo Pocket Casts
Calls and messaging
Phone
Messages
WhatsApp logo WhatsApp
Telegram logo Telegram
Important: Not every app installed on the phone appears in the vehicle. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto show only apps designed and approved for in-car use. Some services may require mobile data or an active subscription.

Main Benefits of the BMW CIC MOST Integration

Keeps the original BMW multimedia display
Designed for compatible BMW CIC iDrive systems
MOST fibre-optic audio connection instead of analogue AUX
Helps retain the quality of Logic7 and Harman/Kardon sound systems
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto through Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth
Optional wired USB connection
Original BMW iDrive menu remains available
Control through the original rotary controller, steering wheel or phone
Voice control through Siri or Google Assistant
Original parking-camera and parking-sensor display retained
Automatic switching when reverse gear is selected
Inputs for optional front and rear cameras
AirPlay and compatible screen-mirroring functions
USB playback for compatible music and video files
Hands-free calls with clear audio
Built-in sound equalizer
Plug-and-play wiring without cutting or soldering the factory loom

MOST Fibre-Optic Sound Connection

The interface connects to the BMW optical ring and uses the CD-changer audio channel. This avoids the analogue AUX connection used by many standard retrofit modules.

Digital optical audioMusic, navigation prompts and calls are transferred through the BMW MOST network.
Original amplifier retainedThe factory BMW amplifier and speaker system remain in use, including compatible Logic7 and Harman/Kardon systems.
No AUX dependencyThe module does not require the analogue AUX input for audio playback.
Automatic source switchingOpening the smartphone interface automatically selects the CD-changer audio channel.
Comparison between an analogue AUX cable and BMW MOST fibre-optic audio

The MOST version uses the orange optical cable instead of a standard analogue AUX lead.

BMW CIC Apple CarPlay module connected into the MOST fibre-optic loop

The optical ring must remain complete for the original BMW audio system to operate correctly.

Apple CarPlay displayed on the original BMW CIC multimedia screen
Original-screen integration

Designed to Preserve the Original BMW Interior

The module uses the existing BMW multimedia display instead of replacing it with an aftermarket screen. The dashboard, screen housing and original iDrive controller remain in place.

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto appear directly on the factory display, while the original BMW iDrive menu can be reopened whenever vehicle settings, FM radio or factory multimedia functions are needed.

The interface is controlled through the original iDrive rotary controller, steering-wheel buttons or connected phone.

Compatible BMW Models with CIC

Compatibility depends on the original iDrive system and production date. System transitions can overlap, so the original CIC menu and controller should always be checked before ordering.

BMW 1, 3 and 5 Series

  • 1 Series E81 / E82 / E87 / E88: 09/2008–03/2014
  • 1 Series F20 / F21: 09/2011–03/2013
  • 3 Series E90 / E91 / E92 / E93: 09/2008–10/2013
  • 5 Series E60 / E61: 11/2008–05/2010
  • 5 Series F07: 10/2009–07/2012
  • 5 Series F10: 03/2010–09/2012
  • 5 Series F11: 09/2010–09/2012

BMW 6 and 7 Series

  • 6 Series E63 / E64: 11/2008–07/2010
  • 6 Series F06: 03/2012–03/2013
  • 6 Series F12 / F13: 12/2010–03/2013
  • 7 Series F01 / F02 / F03: 11/2008–07/2013
  • 7 Series F04: 11/2008–06/2015

BMW X and Z Models

  • X1 E84: 10/2009–06/2015
  • X3 F25: 10/2010–04/2013
  • X5 E70: 10/2009–06/2013
  • X6 E71: 10/2009–08/2014
  • Z4 E89: 04/2009 onward
BMW CIC must be confirmedThis product is not the correct version for BMW CCC, NBT or NBT EVO. Production dates alone are not always sufficient because system transitions can overlap.

How to Identify BMW CIC

Check the appearance of the original iDrive menu and controller. CIC uses the later list-style menu with a higher-resolution interface than CCC, but it does not use the tile-style NBT EVO menu.

BMW CCC, CIC and NBT multimedia system comparison

Use the original menu design to confirm CIC and exclude the earlier CCC and later NBT systems.

Original BMW CIC screen retained after Apple CarPlay installation

Example of the original BMW CIC display retained after installation of the MOST interface.

Not sure which iDrive system is installed? Send a clear photo of the complete original screen and iDrive controller together with the vehicle production date.

CD Changer / CDC Requirement

The MOST module uses the BMW CD-changer audio channel. The required preparation depends on whether the vehicle already has a factory CD changer.

Vehicle without a CD changerThe CDC function must be activated by software. The physical CD changer itself is not required.
Vehicle with a CD changerThe existing CD changer will no longer be available. An optical loop is connected in its place so the MOST ring remains complete.
Module itself is plug-and-playAfter the CDC audio source is correctly prepared, the interface connects through the supplied vehicle-specific wiring.
Check before installationConfirm the vehicle’s CD-changer equipment and coding status before installation begins.
Audio-source limitation

FM radio and CarPlay / Android Auto audio cannot play simultaneously

The MOST interface uses the CD-changer source. Returning to FM radio closes the smartphone-interface image and audio channel.

For radio listening inside Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, use an online-radio application such as TuneIn.

1

Original BMW Controls Remain in Use

Operate Apple CarPlay and Android Auto through the original iDrive rotary controller, steering-wheel buttons or connected phone.

The original BMW menu remains available whenever vehicle settings, FM radio or factory multimedia functions are required.

2

Original Parking Functions Are Retained

Selecting reverse gear automatically returns the display to the original rear camera or parking-sensor information.

Compatible optional front and rear cameras can also be connected to the interface.

Important before ordering

Confirm CIC and the CDC configuration

The module is not suitable for CCC, NBT or NBT EVO. Confirm the original iDrive menu before ordering.

Also check whether CDC coding is active and whether a factory CD changer must be bypassed with the optical loop.

Phone compatibility

Wireless and wired connection requirements

Wireless Apple CarPlay works with supported iPhones running iOS 10 or newer.

Wireless Android Auto works with most supported Android phones running Android 10 or newer. Huawei devices using Android 10 / EMUI 10 require a USB connection.

Factory Parking Integration and Additional Camera Support

The module retains the compatible original BMW parking display and automatically switches to it when reverse gear is selected.

Original rear camera
Original parking sensors
Automatic reverse switching
Optional front and rear cameras

BMW X5 E70 CIC Installation Example

This video demonstrates installation of the MOST Apple CarPlay and Android Auto interface together with a rear-view camera in a BMW X5 E70 equipped with CIC.

BMW X5 E70 CIC module and rear-camera installation

1 Identify CIC Confirm the CIC menu and exclude CCC, NBT and NBT EVO
2 Check the production date Compare the BMW model with the listed compatibility ranges
3 Check the CDC setup Confirm whether CDC coding is active and whether a factory CD changer is installed
4 Send a dashboard photo A clear screen and iDrive-controller photo helps confirm the correct product

Premium MOST Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Integration for BMW CIC

This module adds wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to compatible BMW vehicles equipped with CIC while retaining the original display, iDrive controller and dashboard appearance.

Audio is transferred through the MOST fibre-optic network rather than the analogue AUX input. The original BMW menu, steering-wheel controls, parking sensors and compatible camera functions remain available.

Before ordering, confirm the original CIC system and the vehicle’s CDC configuration. If a factory CD changer is installed, it will be bypassed and no longer available. Professional installation and any required CDC coding are recommended.

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