Complete stereo upgrade kit to install a Double DIN aftermarket radio and retain the use of the steering wheel audio controls in BMW X5 F15/F85 (2013-2018) car models with non-amplified audio systems.

The kit comes with all you need to install an aftermarket head unit while retaining the use of your multifunctional steering wheel controls, phone functionality and even the OEM USB port. The kit also allows you to retain the use of the factory installed camera system (If equipped). Finished in black the kit retains the original vehicles aesthetics and includes all of the mounting accessories for fitment.

This kit is the equivalent of Connects2 part: CTKBM40

ONLY SUITABLE FOR NON AMPLIFIED SOUNDS SYSTEMS WITH NBT (NOT EVO)

Package Includes

• Double Din Fascia Adaptor (Black)
• Steering Wheel Control Interface
• Aerial Adaptor
• USB Retention Lead
• Stereo Patch Lead  (Included)

SPECIAL ORDER ITEM

Key Features

• Retains factory reverse camera (if vehicle is equipped)
• Retains factory USB input
• Retains OEM climate controls
• Retains steering wheel control functionality
• Retains phone button functionality
• Retains warning chimes/parking sensor audio (via integrated speaker)
• Retains voice commands via SWC (if aftermarket head unit supports)
• Retains vehicle settings (via retained top display)
• Provides output feeds for Park Brake, Speed Pulse, Reverse Gear and Mute
• Kit includes universal patch lead and antenna adapter
• Includes mounting brackets and fitting accessories
• Upgrade to an aftermarket head unit and retain the OEM fit, finish and functionality of your vehicle

Fascia Adaptor

This adaptor will convert the non din-sized aperture left after removing the factory stereo to a din size ready for head unit installation. The high quality finish, colour and texture are designed specifically to maintain the original look of your vehicles interior.

Steering Control Adaptor

A stalk/steering wheel control adaptor enables you to utilise the original factory remote audio (whether built onto steering wheel or fitted on a stalk next to the steering wheel) with an aftermarket unit. 

Aerial Adaptor

An Aerial Adaptor is needed when replacing the original factory fitted head unit with an aftermarket head unit.  

CTMULTILEAD.2 Universal Patch Lead

Patch Lead connects a compatible car stereo with a joystick input (blue line-in mini-jack) or wire input on the back of the unit to the existing stalk/steering wheel controls of the vehicle.

Compatible aftermarket headunits:

• Alpine (3.5mm jack)
• Beat (single wire connection)
• Chinese / Xtrons / 3 wire unbranded units (3 wire connection)
• Clarion (3.5mm jack)
• JVC (3.5mm or single wire)
• Kenwood (single wire)
• LG (3.5mm jack)
• Nakamichi (single wire connection)
• Panasonic  (single wire but NOT AV units)
• Philips (single wire connection)
• Pioneer (3.5mm jack)
• Sony (3.5mm jack)
• Zenec  (single wire)
• EONON
• JOYING
• XTRONS
• PUMPKIN
• Other Chinese SWC learning head units

Important Patch lead: 

• You can simply cut the loops / wires to select which brand you are fitting.
• Supplied with instruction sheet
• China Branded Headunit, please make sure your unit has 3 wires for connecting the patch lead to the car stereo that you are installing.

Important Fascia: 

• The fascias are made to suit industry standard sized stereos such as Alpine, JVC, Kenwood, Pioneer, Sony etc, NOT INCLUDING China units or unbranded units. 
• China units have a reputation to be over sized and may require modification to the fascia to allow it to fit.
• We do not take any responsibility for China units not fitting as they are not industry standard size.

Car Audio Fitting Accessories are sold with limited instructions. Some knowledge of car audio installation is helpful, as in some rare cases "modification"  may be  necessary or needed.
Please make sure that is the correct Fitting Kit for your vehicle by firstly checking to see if your vehicle make, model and year is listed in the description. Secondly by checking to see if the shape & connection in the picture listed is the same as you have in your vehicle. If in doubt please Contact US with your vehicle details and we will confirm what you require.

THESE KITS ARE SHIPPED DIRECTLY FROM MANUFACTURER. COLLECTION IS NOT AVAILABLE IN STORE. DELIVERY CAN TAKE 7 TO 14 WORKING DAYS
PLEASE EMAIL US TO CHECK FOR STOCK AVAILABILITY AS THESE ARE SPECIAL ORDER.