BMW X5 E70 X6 E71 Computer Control Unit DVD Player RSE MID PLUS PL4 9171900

BMW X5 E70 X6 E71 Computer Control Unit DVD Player RSE MID PLUS PL4 is an original rear-seat entertainment system component, designed specifically for BMW E70 series models. This factory DVD player works with the vehicle's onboard electronics, ensuring seamless operation with the rest of the multimedia installation and convenient control via the factory interface. As a result, it provides a practical solution for replacing a faulty module or restoring full functionality to the factory RSE system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9171900
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9171900
• Substitutable numbers: 65129243265, 9243265, 65129181753, 9181753, 65129171900, 9171900, 65129207787, 9207787, 65129183209, 9183209, 65129199420, 9199420, 65129165207, 9165207, KZ
• Category: Other Starters, Alternators, ECUs & Wiring

Purpose and function in the RSE system

The BMW X5 E70 X6 E71 Computer Control Unit DVD Player RSE MID PLUS PL4 acts as the central playback module in the BMW E70 factory rear-seat entertainment system. It is responsible for handling DVD media and integrating with screens and controls in the passenger cabin. As an OEM component, it is tailored to the vehicle's electrical architecture and communication bus, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of compatibility issues.

In practice, this means that once properly connected, the module works with existing wiring harnesses, controllers, and control panels without the need for additional adapters or modifications to the installation. This solution is particularly beneficial for professional repairs where maintaining the factory logic of the system is a priority.

Compatibility and technical aspects

As a part dedicated to the BMW E70 series, the BMW X5 E70 X6 E71 Computer Control Unit DVD Player RSE MID PLUS PL4 has been designed for full integration with the vehicle's original equipment. The module's design accounts for communication requirements with other controllers, which allows for:

• maintaining a consistent user interface within the multimedia system,
• cooperation with factory RSE system screens,
• proper operation via original control elements.

By using an original BMW solution, you can avoid common problems encountered when installing universal players, such as communication errors, lack of integration with the vehicle menu, or improper operation of additional functions.

Product condition and service application

The offered DVD player comes from the group of used BMW OEM components, making it an attractive cost-effective alternative to new parts while maintaining factory specifications. This type of module is particularly useful in situations where:

• the original player in the vehicle has suffered an electronic or mechanical failure,
• it is necessary to restore full functionality of the RSE system after installation damage,
• a vehicle repair is being carried out after a collision involving damage to multimedia parts.

Choosing an original module allows for compliance with BMW service documentation and facilitates diagnostics using factory diagnostic tools.

Benefits of using the original DVD player

Using the factory BMW X5 E70 X6 E71 Computer Control Unit DVD Player RSE MID PLUS PL4 in a BMW E70 brings a number of practical benefits. The most important include:

• Full integration with vehicle electronics – the module works with the existing installation, which promotes stable operation of the multimedia system.
• Functional consistency – maintaining the original way of operating the RSE system, without changes to ergonomics or menu logic.
• OEM-compliant service solution – facilitates work for workshops specializing in the BMW brand, especially for repairs consistent with the manufacturer's guidelines.

For the end user, this means restoring comfort for rear-seat passengers and keeping the vehicle in a configuration close to the factory state.

Related components and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the multimedia zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional control modules, installation elements, or mounting accessories, check out the available parts in the Other BMW category.

For a comparison of solutions used in different brands and sports segments, it is worth reading the analysis of drive systems and chassis in high-performance models – this is discussed in detail in the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which shows how premium manufacturers design key vehicle systems in the context of durability and performance.

If you want to shorten the vehicle's downtime in the workshop and better understand how a wide selection of used OEM parts affects repair speed, the material on the role of an extensive assortment in one warehouse and the reduction of vehicle downtime at the mechanic, which describes the practical aspects of parts logistics in service, may be helpful.