Carplay/Android Auto retrofit kit for BMW X3 G01 NBT EVO (2017 to 2025)

Name: Carplay/Android Auto retrofit kit for BMW X3 G01 NBT EVO (2017 to 2025)
Brand: Euro Premium Parts
Price: 359.95 EUR
Availability: InStock

€359⁹⁵

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📖 Installation Manual Included

Download the full installation guide as a PDF with step-by-step photos and detailed diagrams.

⬇️ Download User Manual (PDF)

Size: 2.5 MB | Format: PDF | Pages: 12

INSTALLATION GUIDE▸

1. Dashboard Front Panel Removal

1.1 Upper Center Trim

- Insert a plastic trim tool on the passenger side.

- Gently unclip the panel working from the right to the left side

- Disconnect all connectors (hazard light / locking).

1.2 Lower section

- Pry carefully under the climate control panel.

- Remove the trim cover.

1.3 Complete Front Panel

- Pull the panel gently toward you.

- Disconnect any remaining connectors if needed.

2. Head Unit removal (NBT)

- Remove the 2 mounting screws.

- Pull the head unit out slowly.

- Lift the latch on the large connector — it will release on its own.

- Disconnect the original video cable (usually orange).

- Place the head unit on a soft cloth to protect it.

3. Wiring & Connections

3.1 Video Connection (Critical Step)

- Connect the original screen cable → IN on the module.

- Connect the provided new cable → OUT from the module to the screen.-

- The module sits between the head unit and the screen.

3.2 Main Harness

Connection diagram:
Head Unit ⇄ Module ⇄ BMW Harness

1. Plug the module connector into the head unit.

2. Connect the BMW original harness to the module harness.

3. Close the locking levers. Keyed connectors prevent mistakes — it’s foolproof.

4. Connect the antenna

3.3 USB Cable

Two options:

- Simple exit in the center console

- OEM-style hidden routing.

Needed for Android Auto, module setup, and charging.
Secure any unused cables neatly.

4. Pre-Reassembly Testing (Mandatory)

Reconnect the screen and head unit without screwing them in yet. Turn the ignition on and verify:

- Access to CarPlay / Android Auto (long press Menu or Back button)

- AUX source selection required for audio output

- Test music, navigation, and phone calls

- Test iDrive knob and voice control

5. Reassembly

Once testing is successful:

- Stow the module safely without pinching cables

- Screw the head unit back in

- Reinstall the front panel

6. Module Usage

Apple CarPlay (Wireless)

1. Enable Bluetooth

2. Select the module

3. Allow connection

4. Confirm AUX is active. Subsequent connections are automatic.

Android Auto

- Connect via USB cable → Allow connection → Select AUX.

Mirroring

- Full smartphone screen duplication requires app installation on first launch.

Modernize your BMW X3 G01 with our CarPlay & Android Auto module

Upgrade your BMW X3 G01 with our latest-generation CarPlay / Android Auto module. With our plug & play box, you can seamlessly access all your smartphone apps directly from your original screen — smoothly, intuitively, and wirelessly.

Music, GPS, Videos, Communication… your driving experience becomes more modern, safer, and more enjoyable. Say goodbye to phone mounts and messy cables: your dashboard transforms into a true onboard multimedia hub.

Your favorite apps in your BMW

Thanks to full CarPlay and Android Auto integration, you’ll find your smartphone’s interface right on your X3 original screen.

Enjoy your apps as if they were built into the car — no risky handling while driving. Access your music, messages, calls, GPS, or podcasts safely and effortlessly.

Advanced GPS Navigation: Google Maps, Waze, Apple Maps

Enjoy smart, always up-to-date navigation via direct access to apps like Google Maps, Waze, or Apple Maps. Get real-time traffic info, speed camera alerts, voice search, and optimized routes — all in high quality on your BMW’s original display.

No more struggling with hard-to-read phone screens — your navigation becomes smooth, intuitive, and safe.

Multimedia & Streaming – Music and videos at your fingertips

Whether you're using Spotify, Deezer, Apple Music, or even YouTube, get direct access to your favorite content with optimal sound quality through your car’s audio system.

Browse your playlists, skip tracks, or play videos (while parked) — all without touching your phone. Perfect for making every ride more enjoyable, even for your passengers.

Built-in Siri / Google assistant voice control

Stay focused on the road while staying in control.

Activate Siri or Google Assistant directly from your steering wheel or by voice command, and let your assistant handle the rest: send messages, play music, find a gas station… all hands-free and eyes on the road.

🔄 Keep all original controls and buttons

Because installing our connected head unit shouldn't come at the expense of the features already in your BMW, our system is fully compatible with all your vehicle’s original options:

iDrive menu remains accessible
Compatible with the OEM CD player
Compatible with OEM steering wheel controls
Compatible with both standard and Harman Kardon sound systems
Compatible with OEM rear-view camera
Compatible with OEM control buttons and iDrive knob

🎥 Original rear-view camera fully supported

No need to give up your BMW X3 G01’s optional features! Our CarPlay / Android Auto module is designed to fully support your factory rear-view camera.

When you shift into reverse, the screen automatically switches to the camera view, complete with guide lines if your vehicle is equipped with them.

📦 What’s in the kit

CarPlay / Android Auto smart module
LVDS cable
Power cable
Antenna cable
RCA/USB cable
Installation manual

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Apple Carplay ?

Apple CarPlay is a system that lets you use key iPhone apps directly on your car’s original screen. It gives you easy access to navigation, music, calls, messages, and Siri while driving.

CarPlay is designed to make using your iPhone safer, simpler, and more convenient behind the wheel.

How to use Apple Carplay ?

To use Apple CarPlay, connect your iPhone to a compatible vehicle using USB or wireless connection, depending on the car. Once connected, the CarPlay interface appears on the screen.

You can then use Apple Maps, Waze, Spotify, phone calls, messages, and Siri through the touchscreen, buttons, or steering wheel controls.

How to set up Apple Carplay ?

Setting up Apple CarPlay is simple. First, make sure Siri is enabled on your iPhone. Then connect your phone to the vehicle using a USB cable or wireless pairing if supported.

Once connected for the first time, follow the prompts on your car’s screen and approve CarPlay on your iPhone.

How to connect Carplay ?

To connect CarPlay, start the vehicle and unlock your iPhone. Plug the phone into the USB port labeled for smartphone connection or pair it wirelessly if your car supports wireless CarPlay.

After the first connection, many systems reconnect automatically.

How to enable Siri for Carplay ?

On your iPhone, open Settings, go to Siri, and make sure Siri is turned on. You should enable options for voice activation and side button access.

Once activated, Siri can be used through CarPlay for navigation, calls, messages, and music control.

Can you add Apple Carplay without adding an extra screen ?

Yes, many vehicles can add Apple CarPlay while keeping the factory screen already installed. This is done with a dedicated CarPlay interface module designed for the vehicle.

Euro Racing Parts offers kits that integrate CarPlay into the original display for a clean OEM-style result.

How to install Apple Carplay in older car ?

Older cars can often gain Apple CarPlay by installing a compatible interface module or upgraded head unit. If the car already has an original screen, a retrofit kit is often the best solution.

Euro Racing Parts provides Plug & Play CarPlay kits for many BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Volkswagen, and other models.

How to get Carplay in my car ?

If your vehicle already supports CarPlay, simply connect your iPhone and activate it through the infotainment system.

If it does not have CarPlay from factory, you can add it with a compatible retrofit kit. Euro Racing Parts offers solutions that let you enjoy CarPlay on your original screen without changing the interior look.