Enhanced CIC Retrofit for BMW E6X
We’ve all been there. You’re ready to set off, twist the iDrive, cue a playlist—and then… nothing. CCC stutters, pixels smear, navigation lags, the controller feels a decade behind. If the S85 is your orchestra, CCC can feel like a cassette deck at a symphony.
CIC fixes that. Faster boot, higher-resolution graphics, native USB, stable Bluetooth, clean GPS integration, and a controller that finally makes sense. This page is only about the infotainment conversion (CCC → CIC). If you stop after CIC, you’ll still have a modernized, OEM-reliable system. If you want to continue later with LCI switch modules (SZM) or broader interior updates, that’s a separate second phase.
Book Your CIC Retrofit
Ready to upgrade from CCC to CIC? Share your VIN and current options and we’ll confirm the exact parts, coding, and schedule.
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Sat: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
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What This Conversion Covers
Electrical retrofit from CCC → CIC for all E6X, with proper wiring, MOST integration, FSC activation, VIN-coding, and GPS/USB enablement. You can stop after CIC and enjoy the modernized head unit. If you continue later with interior upgrades (LCI controller, console trims, SZM modules), those are separate phases and not required for CIC to operate.
Core CIC Hardware (Used OEM)
We source clean, tested used OEM CIC components, then pair and code them to your VIN. Below are the main pieces required to replace CCC with CIC. Wiring (USB/LVDS) and console mounting are covered in separate sections.
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CIC Professional Head Unit — infotainment brain with faster boot and HD UI.
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CIC CID 8.8" HD Monitor — crisp, wide display replacing CCC screen.
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GPS Antenna — Not required* added only if the factory source is unsuitable.
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After install, we code Navigation/Voice FSCs, MOST audio, PDC overlays, camera, TPMS, telephone, and cluster prompts. Coding backups are saved for future service.
Wiring, Ports & Cables
Our custom loom integrates CIC with factory power, CAN bus, and MOST fiber optics. We only use OEM-grade components to ensure reliability and long-term serviceability.
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Harnesses are finished in Tesa tape with heat-shrinked splices, ensuring both durability and OEM appearance. We validate MOST ring optical continuity and store a coding backup for future diagnostics.
LCI Climate Control (IKHA) – Required for Full CIC Integration
The LCI Climate Controller (IKHA) is a mandatory upgrade when converting from CCC to CIC. The older pre-LCI panel differs in both physical size and functionality:
- Fitment issue: The pre-LCI Climate Controller has smaller buttons, leaving visible free space when used with CIC trim.
- Vent selection: Pre-LCI buttons cannot control airflow distribution under CIC. In CIC, vent selection is made on-screen — the controller must send the correct trigger signal. This button exists only on the LCI version.
- Compressor behavior: When CIC Climate Controller is installed, the A/C compressor will not engage unless pre-LCI vehicle wiring is modified. We rework the circuit board inside the LCI Climate Controller so it becomes plug-and-play in our retrofit kit. Without this modification, the compressor remains disabled.
Available Versions:
LCI Climate Control – Fahrenheit (US/NA) – 64119248707 – Qty: 1
LCI Climate Control – Celsius (EU/Intl) – 64119122398 – Qty: 1
iDrive Controller Options
Option A — Keep pre-LCI controller: No console work required. Fully supported after coding.
Option B — Upgrade to LCI MENU-button controller: Requires adapting the center console trim (precise cut/fit). We supply or install the OE mounting hardware below.
LCI iDrive Telematics Input Controller – 65829206444 – Qty: 1
Includes Trim Ring – 65829353030 – Qty: 1
iDrive Controller Mount Frame – 51169155987 – Qty: 1
iDrive Controller Support – 51169155970 – Qty: 1
Controller Trim Ring (Pearl Grey) – 65829353030 – Qty: 1
Can be replaced if a used controller is sourced with a damaged ring.
We perform the console adaptation cleanly — templated cut, deburred edges, hidden fasteners — so the result looks factory. If you prefer a replacement console trim instead of cutting, we can source the correct piece by VIN and finish.
Center Stack Trim – CCC (2-Slot) → CIC (1-Slot)
Important: The original CCC system uses a two-slot while CIC consolidates into a single-slot. This requires replacing the center stack trim/bezel with the CIC single-entry design. It’s a purely physical trim update, not an electronic change.
Trim varies by model and interior finish. We source correct OE parts by VIN to ensure perfect fitment and clip alignment. For M5, a single standard trim applies. For M6, one-piece CIC trim is used, available in several finishes.
LCI M5 E6X
- Center Console Trim (CIC Single Slot) – 51456976361 – Qty: 1
LCI M6 E6X (One-Piece CIC Trim – Finishes Available)
- Piano Black – 51458046530
- Madeira Nutwood – 51458046526
- Carbon Fibre – 51458046532
- Carrara Wood – 51458046528
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Cosmetic refinishing (e.g., brushed aluminum, custom carbon overlays) can also be arranged if replacement trims are not available.
Installation & Coding Notes
- MOST Bus & Audio: CIC integrates with your existing MOST amplifier, PDC/camera, and telephone modules. We validate optical continuity, terminate correctly, and code audio profiles for a stable signal chain.
- FSC / Feature Enablement: Navigation, Voice Control, Video-in-Motion, and other FSC features are matched to your VIN. Regions and languages can be updated on request, with a complete backup of coding provided.
- USB / AUX Integration: A new USB port (61319167196) with cable (61129196805) enables media playback, software updates, and navigation map upgrades. Thanks to this port, we install the latest BMW map release (2023) as part of the retrofit. We can route this port to the armrest or glove-box location depending on your preference.
- GPS: A discreet antenna is installed only if the factory source cannot provide a strong and stable lock.
- Controller Choice: Pre-LCI controller works with no changes. LCI MENU-button controller requires the mounting frame/support listed above and a console adaptation.
- Coding: All coding (CIC head unit, FSC activations, MOST bus integration, LCI IKHA climate control) is performed directly by our team when the service is carried out in-house.
Everything is reversible and serviceable — loom branches are labeled, OEM connectors preserved, and a coding backup is stored for future diagnostics.
CIC Retrofit Coding
A complete CIC retrofit requires coding of all related modules — including the CIC head unit, FSC feature activation, MOST bus integration, and the LCI IKHA climate control. When we perform the installation at our shop, all coding is included. For customers performing their own retrofit, we also provide remote coding services to ensure every feature works seamlessly. Contact us today to get started.
From CCC to CIC – What You’ll Notice
- Speed & Stability: CIC boots faster and runs cooler; CCC lockups/reboots are eliminated.
- Graphics: HD CID with smoother animations and cleaner fonts.
- USB Media: Native USB playback and software updates; improved Bluetooth stack.
- Navigation: Modernized maps and guidance with strong GPS lock.
- OEM Integration: Cluster prompts, PDC overlays, steering controls—kept fully factory.
Stop at CIC or continue later with LCI SZM Retrofit and console upgrades. Either path is valid: your E6X, your way.
Completed
At this stage of the CIC retrofit, your system is fully operational with seamless integration of infotainment, climate control, and vehicle coding — bringing your interior experience up to modern standards.