[Hokjok]

I just got a used 2020 5 series. It currently has Apple Car Play but not Android Auto. I searched the internets and found some posts claiming the dealer can install a version of software that has Android Auto. Is this true?

On a side note, my manual seems to be inconsistent with my car. It says to check the version go to CAR, Settings, General Settings, Remote Software Upgrade, but I don't appear to have that last option.

Thanks!

[dengpeng]

2020 5 series doesn't have RSU feature because it only has ID7 lite.
Even it does, you can't get Android Auto after software upgrade.
Someone could Activate Android Auto, you can search on the forum.

[TheNine90]

Originally Posted by Hokjok

I just got a used 2020 5 series. It currently has Apple Car Play but not Android Auto. I searched the internets and found some posts claiming the dealer can install a version of software that has Android Auto. Is this true?

On a side note, my manual seems to be inconsistent with my car. It says to check the version go to CAR, Settings, General Settings, Remote Software Upgrade, but I don't appear to have that last option.

Thanks!

I can activate OEM android auto.

[taskrov]

I have 2020 530ix with ID7 Lite. 7/20 and later software update will give you AA at the dealer. You can use one of the TSBs (e.g. gesture control, if you have it) on this forum that requires a software update to get the update under warranty.

[I L33 I]

Originally Posted by TheNine90

I can activate OEM android auto.

I take it this can only be done on the newer models?
I've not long bought a used 530D and it's a dream of a car but I miss Android Auto badly. 😢

[TheNine90]

Android Auto is only available for MGU ID7.
There is also non-OEM method

[Esworld05]

Originally Posted by TheNine90

I can activate OEM android auto.

Can you PM about this? I just registered, and it won't allow me to PM you. I have a MY20 m550i.

Thanks

[TheNine90]

Originally Posted by Esworld05

Can you PM about this? I just registered, and it won't allow me to PM you. I have a MY20 m550i.

Thanks

PM sent

[malton]

Originally Posted by TheNine90

PM sent

hi. were you successful in updating to have AA installed?
I have the same exact issue, my car is 2020 5 series

[TheNine90]

Originally Posted by malton

hi. were you successful in updating to have AA installed?
I have the same exact issue, my car is 2020 5 series

Replied in PM.

[LogicalApex]

Originally Posted by dengpeng

2020 5 series doesn't have RSU feature because it only has ID7 lite.
Even it does, you can't get Android Auto after software upgrade.
Someone could Activate Android Auto, you can search on the forum.

Not accurate. The only accurate part is the 2020 5-Series lacking RSU.

Android Auto is supported via a software update to be any version after 07/2022. Once that’s installed by a dealer AA will be supported and work on the vehicle.

No need for “coding” or anything of that nature. I doubt those would even work since the 2020 is iDrive 7.

[Sam_M550i]

Originally Posted by LogicalApex

Not accurate. The only accurate part is the 2020 5-Series lacking RSU.

Android Auto is supported via a software update to be any version after 07/2022. Once that’s installed by a dealer AA will be supported and work on the vehicle.

No need for “coding” or anything of that nature. I doubt those would even work since the 2020 is iDrive 7.

But iDrive 7 is required for AA right? No iDrive 6 update would enable AA?

[TheNine90]

Correct

[taskrov]

Originally Posted by LogicalApex

Not accurate. The only accurate part is the 2020 5-Series lacking RSU.

Android Auto is supported via a software update to be any version after 07/2022. Once that’s installed by a dealer AA will be supported and work on the vehicle.

No need for “coding” or anything of that nature. I doubt those would even work since the 2020 is iDrive 7.

7/2020 gave me AA. 2022 a typo?

[HerkHealer]

Originally Posted by LogicalApex

Not accurate. The only accurate part is the 2020 5-Series lacking RSU.

Android Auto is supported via a software update to be any version after 07/2022. Once that’s installed by a dealer AA will be supported and work on the vehicle.

No need for “coding” or anything of that nature. I doubt those would even work since the 2020 is iDrive 7.

100% correct. I did not have AA, but after my 2020 M550 was updated with the latest software, now I do. It also added some other goodies too. There are ways to get the dealership to update your software for free. For me, it was my 3D view of my car not working on the MyBMW app. After software was flashed, it worked. You need parking assist pro to remotely view your car in the app.

[allanbrown93]

i have a 2020 m550i can anyone help me get android auto. I need the spotify app rocking if possible.

[TheNine90]

Originally Posted by allanbrown93

i have a 2020 m550i can anyone help me get android auto. I need the spotify app rocking if possible.

You can try flashing latest firmware.