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Dension ice>Link Install 

2000 540i with DSP 

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Installation Time – (1) Person 
10 hours* 
* It should be noted this was the first interior modification I have performed since owning the car.  I suspect more 
experienced BMW owners could perform this operation much quicker. 
 
 

Cost(s) 

$283.00 
 

Tools 

Screw Drivers (Flat / Philips) 
Dremel Tool – Sanding and Cutting attachments.  (See note below) 
Bench Grinder  
Needle Nose Pliers 
Side Cutters 
Electrical Tape 
Duck Tape –   I can not recommend the “Duck Tape” brand of tape.  I purchased a new roll less than one month ago 

and could not get it hold! I found an off brand in my garage that worked flawlessly. 

Xacto Knife 
Socket Set –   1/4” and 1/2” Ratchet  
Sockets –  

8mm / 10mm  

Shop Light(s) 
 

Pre-Installation Notes & Tips 

During the steps, if a specific attachment for the Dremel Tool was used I will explain its description the best I can 
and/or supply photos. I borrowed a friends Dremel tool so I am not sure of the proper naming of the exact cutting and 
sanding attachments. Looking at the photos, studying the installation instructions and using your best judgment will 
guide you. For specific questions or problems, just post them on the forum and I will try to answer.   
 
Store all related parts, screws, etc. in separate Zip Lock bags. Another good idea (one I should have done) is to label the 
bags. 
  
Setup one playlist on the iPod before starting installation. 
 
My car does not have the access opening from the trunk to the back seat; however, 5 series cars with access are not 
affected in a major way. 

Summary of Contents for ice-Link: Plus

Page 1: ...NTIRE INSTALLATION GUIDE BEFORE PERFORMING THIS INSTALLATON EDITS AND UPDATES WERE ADDED READING FIRST WILL HELP YOU UNDERSTAND WHY THE UPDATES EDITS WERE MADE AND HOPEFULLY KEEP YOU FROM MAKING A TIM...

Page 2: ...et 1 4 and 1 2 Ratchet Sockets 8mm 10mm Shop Light s Pre Installation Notes Tips During the steps if a specific attachment for the Dremel Tool was used I will explain its description the best I can an...

Page 3: ...the lip of the fasteners to remove NOTE Find a clean storage area in your garage etc to place the interior trim pieces rear seat etc to protect them from damage and dirt 3 Unplug the wiring harness fr...

Page 4: ...CAREFULLY shave back the shroud protecting the wire white wire going to amp plug PATIENCE GRASSHOPPER Once the wire white is exposed take the positive wire Black White from the DA Converter and wrap a...

Page 5: ...anything or undo the work you ve just completed 10 Place the iPod in the Dension cradle insert key and turn to the 2nd position 11 Turn the head unit on If the head unit is not set to the c changer sw...

Page 6: ...MISC PHOTOS...

Page 7: ...Unscrew the top bottom left rear trim grommet and carefully remove the side panel exposing the insulation and factory wiring harness 3 Next remove the remaining rear trim grommets EXCEPT THE LARGE CEN...

Page 8: ...onverter and especially how the filter neatly fits next to the amp plug IGNORE the wire hanging down it tucks neatly behind the amp 11 While in the trunk take your 11 32 drill bit and carefully drill...

Page 9: ...sure you will realize you need some type of support below the cradle to have a snug fit Keep in mind you will be seating the iPod in the cradle and this requires a little force Without something suppo...

Page 10: ...OULD HAVE BEEN DONE EARLIER BUT WAS LEFT HERE AS A HOW TO 9 Once apart take the shell the part with Dension imprinted to the ashtray and check for fit and closure 10 For the ashtray to open and close...

Page 11: ...ver the hole exposing part of the electronics with electrical tape A really nice move here would be to fabricate a half moon cover and epoxy to seal Especially if a drink was to spill However I ran ou...

Page 12: ...gh for the l g 23 Once you have the connector and some wire through the hole in the ashtray enclosure try grabbing and gently connector to come through You wil have to raise the console while pushin t...

Page 13: ...o run must first remove the side kick panels at each rear passenger door Take a 10mm socket and remove t screw holding the kick panels and top of the rear seat T door opening about a foot off the sill...

Page 14: ...COM FOR FIRMWARE UPDATES PDATE BER 26TH 2005 SION 3 TAGS ARE NOT HE FIRST U AS OF DECEM THE LATEST FIRMWARE VER IS 2 03 UPDATE YOUR IPOD ID SUPPORTED UNTIL T PART OF 2005 This picture shows the DA Co...

Page 15: ...Miscellaneous Photos...

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