BMW 1 3 5 6 7 X3 X5 Series E60 E61 E81 E87 E90 F10 F11 Audio Aux In Plug Socket

BMW AUX In Audio Socket designed for the 1, 3, 5, 6, 7 Series and X3 and X5 models (E60, E61, E81, E87, E90, F10, F11) is a practical element of the multimedia installation, allowing for convenient connection of external audio sources. The original BMW design ensures a stable connection, aesthetic integration with the interior, and reliable integration with the factory audio system. This is a solution for users who want to easily expand the functionality of their factory radio with an AUX input.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6986791-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6986791
• Substitutable numbers: 84109237655, 9237655, 61346930561, 6930561, 61310422643, 0422643, 61316986791, 6986791
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Intended Use and Compatibility with BMW Models

The presented BMW AUX In Audio Socket has been designed to work with factory installations in popular models of the 1, 3, 5, 6, 7 Series and X3 and X5 SUVs in the E60, E61, E81, E87, E90, F10, and F11 generations. This ensures that the user receives an element that is structurally adapted to the center console and wiring harness of the specific model, without the need for installation modifications.

Original origin from the BMW Group means adherence to the manufacturer's standards in terms of connector quality, contact stability, and resistance to typical operational loads within the vehicle cabin.

Function and Role of the AUX In Audio Socket

The socket serves as an AUX line input in the factory audio system, enabling the connection of external audio playback devices (e.g., portable players, Bluetooth adapters, smartphones – via a suitable cable). This allows the driver and passengers to use their own music sources while retaining the original BMW radio.

This component is mounted in a dedicated location (e.g., in the center tunnel or glove compartment – depending on the equipment version), which provides convenient access to the socket and aesthetic integration with other interior trim elements.

Benefits of Using an Original AUX Socket

Using an original AUX socket in BMW cars offers a number of practical benefits:

• maintaining the factory interior appearance and stylistic consistency of console elements,
• reliable electrical connection thanks to matched connectors and harnesses,
• stable audio signal transmission without additional mounting adapters,
• easier diagnostics and servicing compared to universal solutions.

For users who want to expand their multimedia system without interfering with the factory wiring, such an original AUX socket is a particularly practical solution.

Condition, Origin, and Practical Application

The offered component originates from the BMW Group and is categorized as Other, meaning it is a part of the optional equipment installation, not an operational component of the powertrain or suspension. The product is used, which in the case of original BMW components often represents a favorable compromise between build quality and purchase cost.

The AUX In socket will work well both as a replacement for a damaged factory input and for retrofitting the car with the AUX function within a configuration consistent with the manufacturer's solutions. Before installation, it is recommended to verify compatibility with the specific vehicle equipment version based on the OEM part number and interchangeable numbers available in the specification.

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