How do I install CarPlay in my BMW Z4?

To improve the comfort on board your BMW Z4 and drive safely, there is nothing better than to have the on-board system developed by the Cupertino firm: Apple CarPlay.

On the market, the models are increasingly numerous. To avoid any unpleasant surprises, it is essential to find a CarPlay module compatible with your vehicle.

Did you order it? It was delivered to you and you have it in your hands? So how do you install CarPlay in your BMW Z4? What are the main steps to follow? Let's find out.

WHY CARPLAY IN YOUR BMW Z4 ?

In recent years, iPhone sales have been steadily increasing around the globe, hence the success of CarPlay, Apple's popular in-car system.

Having CarPlay in a BMW Z4 is a guarantee to enjoy several features. In short, the system transfers the iPhone screen to the vehicle's dashboard.

To navigate a GPS, listen to music, make and/or receive calls, send and/or listen to messages... the driver can simply use the Siri voice assistant or even the steering wheel controls.

He can also have dozens of applications on the dashboard: Google Maps, Coyote, Waze, Maps, Deezer, Spotify, Apple Music, etc.

HOW TO INSTALL CARPLAY IN A BMW Z4 ?

Installing CarPlay in the BMW Z4 takes just a few minutes. Here are the steps to follow:

• Start the vehicle;
• Connect the iPhone with the car;

To connect the smartphone with the BMW Z4, there are two methods to follow:

With the USB plug

Simply plug the iPhone into the dashboard of the BMW Z4 using the original USB plug.

Please note that the socket in the console is not used to charge the iPhone. In this case, it is better to use the cigarette lighter socket.

With Bluetooth and Wifi

To use CarPlay in wireless mode, here are the steps to follow:

• Turn on Bluetooth on the iPhone;
• Find Bluetooth on the BMW screen;
• Select Bluetooth on iPhone;
• Enter the security code in the iPhone and the dashboard;
• Validate the operation and it's done;

Once the manipulation is done, CarPlay is automatically displayed on the touch screen of the BMW Z4.

WHICH CARPLAY MODULE TO CHOOSE ?

To equip your BMW Z4 with Apple CarPlay technology, the choice of the module must be made with care. To avoid any unpleasant surprises, choose the model available on CarPlay.com!

Our Apple CarPlay for BMW Z4 is easy to install. It is compatible with steering wheel controls and allows the driver to have dozens of applications on board such as Waze, Spotify, Deezer, etc.

The installation of our module is done in a few minutes. There are no cables to cut. And the icing on the cake, the module integrates perfectly with the BMW.

Here is the installation video of the Carplay module for BMW Z4: