Audio System - iPod(R) Won't Charge Through USB Port

SI B 65 02 08
Audio, Navigation, Monitors, Alarms, SRS

August 2008
Technical Service

SUBJECT
iPod Classic Doesn't Get Charged through USB Connection

MODEL
E90, E91, E92, E93* (3 Series) from 03/2007

E60, E61* (5 Series) from 03/2007

E63, E64* (6 Series) from 03/2007

E70* (X5) from 4/2007

E71* (X6)

E82, E88* (1 Series)

*Only with USB Audio Interface (option 6FL)

SITUATION
The iPod Classic doesn't get charged when connected to the USB audio interface via the Y-cable. Audio output and normal operation through the vehicle's control elements (radio buttons and/or MFL buttons)
is working)

CAUSE
Incompatible Y-cable for the iPod Classic

CORRECTION
Try to verify the customer complaint. If the complaint is reproducible, replace the Y-cable with an improved part.





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WARRANTY INFORMATION
Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty.





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