Definitely, it is lucky for those we own BMW as it has better function in the car but meanwhile it is also a challenge for those who have no knowledge about how to use it effectively. To increase some entertainment for our driving trip, installing a new head unit for BMW X1 F48 NBT system head unit is a good option as it is built in various function and maintain all original car’s function. But the difficult point lies on the steps of the whole installation process, which is why the following article has been written to take as a assistant tool for those we need help.
Before installation, you should pay attention to some important tips. First of all, you can disconnect the power and prepare some tools such as lever before the removal and the installation. Secondly, you should keep all the separate parts from the car and take great care of the dashboard to avoid scratching it during its detachment and installation.
Last but not least, you should keep handy any parts from the car and make use of all the original screws from the car as much as possible so that each related part of the unit can be fixed securely.
Installation guide of BMW X1 F48 2016-2017 NBT Radio
1.Lever button control assembly and Pull out it.
2.Disconnect the wiring and 2 connectors revealed.
3.Pry decoration trim and Unplug the wires here.
4.Take off 2 screws.
5.Pull out the frame of OEM screen and OEM screen.
6.Disconnect the wiring and Lever bottom panel of the screen.
7.Take off the panel and the 2 screws.
8.Pull out OEM head unit and Unplug the main power cable.
9.Lever the OEM buckle of fiber Optical and Unplug the fiber optical connector(if with OEM fiber optical).
10.Connect the unplugged fiber optical connector with new wiring (if with OEM fiber optical).
11.Install the CD unit and fix 2 screws.
12.Take off 4 metal buckles from OEM bottom panel and Put them on new bottom panel.
13.Install the new panel, then Connect the new wiring and original wiring to the new screen.
14.Install the new screen, then Fix 2 marked screws and Connect the wires.
15.Put the AC vent board back, then Connect wiring of the button assembly.
16.Install the assembly.
After reading the above steps, I believe you should have clear idea about how to upgrade your receiver, especially for those who decides to install it by themselves. As the first time to install the radio, you have to admit that you may probably meet some problems during this procedure. And you can search for help from your companion or go to the neighbor store to ask for the technology support, which will give you the quick response as long as you buy their service. If you think it is too hard for you to finish alone, you can visit some website from google and watch some relative tutorials. Here I would like to share a link of BMW X1 F48 Aftermarket stereo replacement, which has just new been released recently. And it has some installation videos and articles, which may help you in some degree.
One of powerful features of the product is it’s super easy to install, you just need to replace original car’s screen with this unit, no need to replace the whole radio system which takes many time as well needs some complicated steps.
It not only keeps all original car functions, but comes awesome features include original radio, DSP setting, supporting 4G network, ADH camera, OBDII and so on, adding more fun to your drive.
In a word, if you want to know more details about it, don’t wait to search the answer on our website and leave your comment there.
