1997-2000 BMW 5 Series CD/DVD Changer
Specifications
Donor year
1998
Body style
Sedan
Fuel
Gas
Engine size
2.8 L
Engine code
M52
Engine type
2.8L I6
Drivetrain
RWD
About this part
Also known as
6-Disc CD Changer
Trunk CD Player
CD Magazine Changer
Audio CD Changer
Trunk Mounted CD Player
Remote CD Changer
What this part does
The CD / DVD Changer is a multi-disc audio playback unit typically mounted in the left rear trunk compartment of the vehicle. It interfaces directly with the factory radio head unit and steering wheel controls via the vehicle's I-bus network, allowing the driver to load multiple discs and cycle through them remotely. When the mechanical transport or optical laser in this unit fails, the dashboard display will often show a "CD Error" or "No Discs" message, the unit may refuse to eject the disc magazine, or audio playback will skip over minor bumps.
Fits these vehicles
| Make | Model | Years | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW | 5 Series (528i) | 1997-2000 | 2.8L I6 |
| BMW | 5 Series (540i) | 1997-2000 | 4.4L V8 |
Before you order
Verify your vehicle's factory audio equipment before purchasing. BMW used different wiring configurations during the E39 production run, specifically depending on whether the vehicle is equipped with the DSP (Digital Signal Processing) premium sound system. Units equipped with DSP often require a specific coaxial digital cable connection alongside the standard power and control harnesses. You must match the connector pins on the back of this unit to your original changer. This unit does not require anti-theft coding to operate once plugged into the factory harness.
