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How do I play music via Bluetooth in a BMW 5-Series?

I have a BMW 5-Series, but it’s old enough that it doesn’t have Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. I read that I can connect Bluetooth to play music—I just don’t know how to do it. What do I need to do to play music via Bluetooth?

Eric Schad · Updated on Mar 20, 2023

Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.

Even if you don’t have Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, you can still play music via Bluetooth on a BMW 5-Series by following these simple steps:

Enable Bluetooth connection on your device.

Select communication from the iDrive menu.

Select manage mobile devices

Then choose connect new device.

The BMW 5-Series’s Bluetooth name should appear on your phone, as well as your phone on the head unit.

Select either one to begin pairing.

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