Yes, More BMW 5 Series Mods and Fixes ( E60 / E61 ) - Aux Bass Volume, Phone Delete & Engine Belts
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- čas přidán 26. 07. 2024
- Work on the 5 Series continues as I hack the factory stereo to release more bass & more volume, replace the 10 year old engine belts and get some arm rest storage back by removing the relic of a phone holder.
Stretch Belt tool
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Duration of the time spend on the sponsor part is just a bit of a joke, I think. Then I'll just skip that part...
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I somehow lost the account password. I appreciate any tricks you can give me.
@Gavin Amir instablaster ;)
@Damian Karsyn thanks so much for your reply. I got to the site through google and im trying it out atm.
I see it takes quite some time so I will get back to you later with my results.
@Damian Karsyn It did the trick and I actually got access to my account again. I'm so happy!
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Nice "small fixes" in a nice video, as usual. I particularly liked the Aux input modification. Good tip.
I am glad the 5 series is still the subject of a video. It makes it more interesting to me for some reason.
Glad you like them!
scotty kilmer is watching these videos and fuming while crying himself in a corner and saying ENDLESS MONEY PITS
Neil, I’m glad you are getting back into putting out content twice a month.
I really enjoy your sense of humor.
Thanks Remy.
I’ve thoroughly enjoyed this series!
Cheers mate!
Love this series👍🏻 keep making😁
Lovely Jubbly, never owned a BMW but still find it interesting and entertaining.
Thank you for the incredible help. Audio sounds so much better!
I'm thinking about buying a low milage E61 530d M-Sport and these videos come in super helpful! Thank you!
You should do a short video of you dancing to your own theme tune...
"This time on Road & Race, I.......bust a move?!"
Lol, don't tempt me...!
Love the series 👌 congrats
Awesome content as always
Wow i did not know it was that easy to remove the phone holder, also the belts look really easy and i think one of my pulleys is making some noise so i may just whip that main belt off just to test them all, thanks dude! :)
You're welcome!
Thanks a lot for the video. Specially for fixing AUX, it drive me crazy for the long time. When you change AUX to Fm and the sound smash your head😂. I thought it because of the old stereo system.
Glad it helped
Great, informative video. Thank you!
My engine belt was from 2014 and has been replaced not because was bad but because the belt pulley got stacked and since the work we changed also belts! ;)
I love that theme song. Please upload the whole song to yt so that we can listen to it.
Thanks Armin. Will try to find some time to do so.
Did the soldering on the aux input....30 minutes later ......wow.....thanks 🎼 💥
Nice work!
Good series. Beautiful 5 series. I also have an E61. Mine is the 535xi.
Very nice!
Me too 535xi estate
Every day is a school day ! never seen that belt tool before , great video
Cheers Jon.
@@RoadandRacetv Where did you buy the tool and what was the price?
@@curioussand1339 Amazon - £18. It's in the description.
Thanks for the video. Those are not resistors but capacitors, and they filter out voltage spikes in this configuration. So indeed, if by some reason when you plug in/out the plug you generate high pulses, this potentially can damage the speakers.
So by doing this i could damage the speakers?
So why do only some cars have them ? I opened up the exact same aux socket on my 2007 E92. The circuit board inside the aux socket didn't have those Capacitors (or risistors).
Yes @@robinblorstad8138
@@seanpaul3050 there are Hardware revisions all the time, maybe this Filter is implemented somewhere down the line, and not on this Board. Or maybe some other improvements rendering these capacitors useless. But, something has to be done.
Got rid of that phone holder too. It was wired different to other videos I've seen. Was a pain getting it out
I’ve enjoyed the whole 5er series and watched mainly in preparation for buying on myself. I’ve since purchased a f31 320d ‘lux’ and find the sound distortion while my iPhone is plugged into the aux port unacceptable! While remembering you had a hack for a similar issue on the 5er, do you reckon this hack would be relevant on the f31?
Great vids dude, keep it up 👍👍🇬🇧
Not sure the belts are in the service schedule? Or I missed it, my crankshaft pulley went at 180k so had the belts done then, not bad they lasted that long and 13 years. It was making a noise for weeks before it went so something to listen out for, I just didn't know what it was
Does the special tool come with the stretchy belt? And on the diagram which one is the tensioner?
Hello! I just bought myself a e61 525d lci 2007 and I cant find any history of the belts being changed so i figured that id swap them out.
I have found sites selling the exact belts that you bought but the specs for the multibelt says ”without heightregulation” which makes me wonder. Should i just buy the same belts that you bought since we have the same engine and chassis?
Any help would be appreciated
Great video as always. Quick question, where did you get the car ramps from? Looks like a much better option than axel stands
Thanks Dan. They are from Race Ramps
Did you cut one of the wires there on the phone delete? About to do this and looked like one of the wires had been cut rather than disconnected? Thanks!
Took the phone holder off mine it's surprising resilient to destruction
Lol, indeed!
Isn’t the water pump electric on the e60?
Thanks for the aux mod info. Will try it when I have time
Checked my aux off my '07 M5, didn't have resistors on it. Not sure if this is a European chip or if just model?
Thank you so much !
You're welcome!
Impressed by the soldering fix for the AUX audio. I have a BMW E92 2007 model and it has the same problem of less bass and volume on AUX audio. Will the same fix help in my case?
I would also be interested to know this. I (and everyone else probably) have the same issue, but I can't find a solution from e90 forums anywhere.
I did same in the video and the result are same..😢 any solution?
I wondered if you could let us know what that bluetooth to aux adapter is you are using as I am struggling to find anything similar
Does anyone know if f20 bmw’s have resistors in the aux socket? Mine sounds worse than the radio but not as bad as you described your one sounds like? My socket has a usb and 3.5mm socket built in if that makes any difference?
Nice, thanks for the vid. How about the bearings? Have you checked them? I have the feeling mine is seeking a little bit, so I think a change of the bearings could be useful? What do you think?
Which bearings? Wheel bearings?
@@RoadandRacetv idle and roller pulleys
That’s what I meant.
The belts was in great condition for the age
My 2007 e60 does not have the resistors. Aux is noticeably quieter compared to other sources, so I was sure that mine had resistors. Maybe the resistors are in a different location for some models
I have the same problem😢
Great videos! Did you have any misfire problems with the car? I recently bought the exact same model and it misfires in cold start for a few seconds then clears. I've recently noticed when travelling at motorways soeeds and go to accelerate - I feel a slight misfire there as well. Could this be down to injectors or fuel pump issue? Thanks.
Hi. One of your injectors is leaking (dripping), so, cold start for 10-15 seconds rattle, and than works normally?
Hi! Your videos are awesome with good information. I've 530d 2008 M Sport and as well looking to change some things. I've a question about the AUX. Mine is lockated in side the ar rest, but can't really find any information how to remove it to take out and solder out the resistor. May be you've some advise?
Hello in my car also the aux is located in the box I mean the "fridge" under the arm rest, in future I breakeing apart the center console for this spectacular aux input thing, and I tell you what I experienced
@@attilabecze6098 I had to take out whole armsrest console. Took whole day for me...:D But should't take so long. It's just for me.:D
Hello there, thank you very much for your videos, they are great! I have question, maybe you can help me.. it seems that your BMW 520 it’s petrol engine.. I have almost the same car, my one it’s diesel. In my car looks like to use only one belt witch moves everything. Do you know if that is the case and what belt needs? I would like to do myself too. Thank you very much in advance
did you get a MOST break trouble code (on ISTA+) after deleting the phone connection?
hi there, pls can you tell me is there any possibility for me to listen usb though that aux port. i bought aux jack and on another end i have usb connection and i tried it on my touran 2012 and it is working but when i tried the same on BMW E61 it doesnt read usb at all. pls help if you know how i can fix this . thanks in advance
I soldered in a Bluetooth music connector via the aux. Still kept the aux connected, didn't want to remove it. Do you think if I sort the sound problem like you do it would fix the audio or it wouldn't since the Bluetooth music thing is in essence independent
I have the same problem. I soldered a BT module and I lost the bass I normally with the AUX input. I'm going back into that mod tomorrow looking for those 2 capacitors.
Regarding the stereo bass issue on my 5 series e60.. i dont have any factory aux, i coded it in and im using a bluetooth adapter on the aux pins on the head unit. I have the exact same sound issues, how could i possibly fix them?
I probably should check your older videos, and I will, but have you had to replace your coolant fluid, thermostat or any of the cooling sensors or components?
Yes I have. It’s all in the other vids 👍🏻
Any thoughts or plans to swap out front bumper cover to the more aggressive M style bumper? I have a 2010 535i that I’ve been thinking of doing.
No, it’s expensive!
Great video it’s almost time for a new car your running out of things to do lol
Indeed lol
If your thinking of selling it give us a shout my vauxhall vectra estate(vera) is playing up. Liked all your videos about this car. Need a car that has a big boot 2 for the family an 2 dogs.
Would like to see what tools to use on the belt
Any idea if there's a similar aux mod for a similar age BMW E63 630 that has a 3.5mm jack socket?
Hi, did you find any mod for e63? For aux
@@FlawaPowa sorry no. Totally forgot about this.
Hello, can you help me with my e61 2005 audio. It seems there's a problem with aerial antenna but I'm not sure. The frequency keeps pause the music and if it happened, the controls is disabled also.
Does anyone know where to buy the same circuit Board because mine broke don’t ask how but yes where do I find it
Hi there what was the cigarette lighter Bluetooth thing you was using on the aux
Hi. I've got e60 2008 and have the same problem, when the sound is much quieter through AUX as it is listen just only radio. I done the same steps as shown in your video, but the sound didn't changed. I had a slightly difference in the microscheme compared tou yours. In yours, the sound resistors looks horizontal solded, but in mine was in vertical posion. May be you've an another idea, how to make the sound in the same loudness as radio? TNX
Any new solutions?
Hi, i have a 2004 e60 ,can you tell me please where is my aux located ,its not in back? thanks
So I’ve got similar e61 LCI, but my Aux input is under where you phone thing was and has USB input too! Don’t use it as volume too low, but if I can do that fix will consider it. Do you think the chip might be behind the mini stereo jack still just my input is under arm rest not in the back? Thank you for your consideration?
Yeah I’d guess it is
Same with my 520d 2008.
Great video btw
What ramps do you use?
Thanks for another great vid! I just did the Waterpump and two Thermostats. Thanks to your vids :). I also added a chinese radio that allows wireless Carplay. That is fantasic and it keeps your original system intact and still usable .. That might be an idea ?
Thanks Sander. Well done on those jobs. That's a good idea, what model did you get?
@@RoadandRacetv Well, I guess it is a random unit ;) they all are .. The dongle to use carplay is the Carlinkit Wireless Dongle. I am really pleased with the system. If you'd like more info, let me know!
I have had my eye on one of these for a while, but cannot find anyone with their own personal experience of fitting it and whether it's really worth the extra ££'s over the Chinese units
droiduk.com/product/bmw-5-series-6-series-e60-e61-e62-e63-android-10/
Anthony Skilton i bought mine in the netherlands. But i am quite sure that all of the brands use the same chinese factory. I bought mine to be able to het a refund if it was bad
Hey Sander. Was thinking of doing that to my E61. Are you happy with the system? How about the installation, was it simple? That scares me a bit. Also the overall quality and feeling, does it feel cheap or crashes? Tks for the feedback and good luck!
When are you gonna put some more videos with the e60 ?
Random question, trying to work out if you just removed the resistors from the AUX or if you removed/bridged the contacts, can't quite tell from the video
I removed them but cutting the contacts would work too.
@@RoadandRacetv I just did the mod on mine about 5 min ago, cut them in half before removing, not perfect audio but still a hell of a lot better and is at least listenable now.
Thanks
What specific socket did you use on the breaker bar at the end to turn the crankshaft pulley over manually? Thanks
It was a torx socket.
@@RoadandRacetv oh okay, is that the right one? Like a torx 45 or something? Maybe it's different on an e60/61. Thought it required a special adaptor socket with 4 pins
Hey I gave a 06 e60 and I don't have the aux connector on my car, I was wondering if you know if I can just buy and retro fit 1 to my car stereo thanks.
I honestly don’t know. I would assume so. Have you had a look at any forums, maybe 5series.net?
My aux isn’t that quiet at all. It’s almost the same volume as the radio. The phone holder this is what I’ve been waiting for. What was your dampener pulley like on the crank?
That's interesting. What model BMW do you have? TBH I didn't check the dampener.
Road and Race it’s an 08 LCI. On a 30d.
I’ll get that panel off and let you know what what the board is like on that aux.
What did you do for the error code from the phone module?
There were no resistors on the cirket board on my bmw e61 2006. How can i do it the ?
yr reading my mind
The belt on my car snapped and g mangled behind the crankshaft pulley. There it pressed the crank shaft seal inside the engine. It also created a sudden jolt in the engine causing the chain tensioner n the timing chain to loosen up in a few milliseconds. When it finally decided to continue its revolutions the timing chain wa pulled over the teeth of the cam shafts resulting in bent valves and six of seven cracked cam shaft bearings. Had to change the cylinder head and timing chain and tensioner to sort it. So change your serpentine belt regularly folks
Wow. That's terrible.
If I could subscribe twice I would !
No need to use soldering iron to remove resistors. Just cut the tracks with a blade
That’s a top tip Niall!
What bluetooth adapter did you use for the AUX input?
None. It's the the standard factory aux.
Did you know thats a chiller for drinks xtc when ac is on cold .those 2 little slides let the air in
I have The bloody bass cutout.. Gonna check The amp and see if i could add another fan.
These are capacitors in series with signal lines, not resistors.
Where did you get the tool to fit the belt from?
Amazon, here's the link www.amazon.co.uk/shop/roadandrace
It's not to protect the speakers, it's to protect the inners of the CCC unit.
Did you have to solder across where the resistors were or just remove resistors
Just remove
What’s the name of the song your using in the video it’s awesome 🎉
Really excited to do this Aux fix but when I disassembled mine it only had 3 lumps of solder and no resisters!?! 😳😫
Did you mod the aux?
When I removed my phone cradle and wires I got a sos malfunction light on dash dis u not get this? Love your videos even brought my own 530d touring m sport from watching your videos brilliant cars
Thanks Chris. No, no lights for me. Sorry!
Same :/ got sos malfunction now
Hi. What is the cable and plug that you used between the aux and the socket?
Its an apple multimedia cable
Ah ok. I’m just doing mine, circuit board out and hunting for the soldering iron. Did the cradle out in ten mins.
I anticipated that the phone would connect straight to the aux input but yours seems to be connected to the lighter socket. What do you have in that socket?
Great vids by the way, really useful.
Hei. How i can fiks a PDC on E61 2008 520D?
Cool ,i will try to remove them:D
I could not disconnect the cable to the aux. It was stuck, and I was afraid of breaking it. Is there any technique I should use?
Try taking the unit apart?
@@RoadandRacetv I mean after the cover is off, after I disconnect both wires to the 12 v outlets, and the try to disconnect the connector to the aux (you do this at 3:28 in the video). This one is stuck, is there a locking mechanism or some tips to take off this connector?
It just unclipped for me if I remember correctly.
The aux volume can be adjusted on the head unit to some degree.
That's good. Any idea how please?
If I remember right you select aux on the head unit then the volume knob adjusts the output level. Sorry it's been a while 🤔 A sliding 5 bar graphic should appear.
@@markhancox5475 Didn't find this option on my 2008 LCI
@@markhancox5475 I think that's for non idrive e90s?
You might be right mine didn't have the idrive
The intro song and the one @5:47 is the same? I would pay for the full release!
Thanks mate. I'll try to get some of the full songs uploaded once I get a chance!
3 years later, I need this track :)@@RoadandRacetv
Hi. I didnt understand what was that other belt
Air conditioner
Same thing……… and i think those are capacitors not resistors ,mine is 2008 520d probably they changed something, at least I tried,thanks !
Also how did you find out the trick about the AUX port
Just BMW forums. 5series.net i think.
Road and Race cheers I’ll have a look 👀
Any performance mods in the nearest future?
Not for the BMW, that's what my 350Z is for!
@@RoadandRacetv Not even a cheeky remap, for the economy ;)
Mine had a different chip for the aux =(
what color is this?
Just tried this on my 2007 E61 and the circuit board didn’t have the resistors fitted. Annoying
yeah same on 2007 E92 330i
just removed the phone cradle 😁
Hey bro. What's going on with the Z?
Was doing a few mods last weekend on it. Will have some videos up soon.
To remove it, just cut it off. ahahaha
Does the aux input fix really work?
Yes
@@RoadandRacetv Hello, my bmw e60 2006 does not have those capacitors at all. This was sh1t ton of work but I dont think there is capacitors.
@@RoadandRacetv Please help. I dm you in instagram aswell.
e60 dont have main rubber belt is has timing chain ! changing belts not diy job don't do it! likely to bugger something up , anyway just did this aux thing took 15 mins , increase in sound quality tone and bass definitely , just a little louder 3% increase approx. , thanks for vid
The circuit board in my car is different, no resistors
Which model do you have?
same here
What way could you fix the other chip? Cant find it anywhere
@@RoadandRacetv I have a 2007 e60 520d saloon
the reason why the aux input has no juice is not really explained in the video - the reason is, anything going over aux is NOT passed through the DSP in the car, at all.
thats not true as still can change bass and treble while playing through aux
I have the big stereo HiFi System Professional with the DSP Logic7 amplifier and quite a number of speakers and subwoofer. My car is from 2007 but I do not experience the flat sound when using the Aux In. Maybe it's because the speakers in this setup can take quite a bit of beating so they didn't have to use the resistors.