Replacement CD Changer? 03 M45

[HolySh*t]

Does anyone know if it is possible to replace the factory cd changer with an aftermarket cd changer? I would like the replacement to still function w/ the screen? The reason for this change is so that I can play mp3's without having to go out and buy an ipod. I probably the only person on earth that doesnt have an ipod. I can play mp3's on my Treo so i dont need an Ipod. Are there any other options for me?

Thanks in advance for your help?

[lfj2025]

People have been trying to do this with no luck I know of. The screen will not work with another unit.

[szh]

People have been trying to do this with no luck I know of. The screen will not work with another unit.

Correct. Today's modern car electronics, that are designed as an integrated unit, usually cannot work with other after-market electronics - the programming and software is simply not made to be compatible in this way. There are no standards that are relevant - it is not in the best interest of the manufacturer to do this either unfortunately.

Every car is unique, and it would be virtually impossible for an after-market design house to allow for every possible vehicle, every possible interface and connector, etc.

Note that I am not talking about whether the video screen can be used for other purposes (depends on whether a standard video jack or some other interface is available). I am talking about changing components in the integrated unit and have it display the same way as the factory units.

Z

[szh]

Also to Larry (lfj2025) ... please reduce the size of the image in your sig a bit. It is larger than our policy allows for. See here for the details: zerothread/203223.

Thanks!

Z