USB3 Audio Integration Adapter for 1997-2010 BMW MINI GROM BMWTU3

Product Details

Trunk-mounted GROM USB3 audio interface for selected BMW and MINI factory audio systems. It connects at the external CD-changer wiring and adds USB media and compatible phone playback while retaining the original radio.

• USB storage-device playback
• Android and Apple-device integration through USB, subject to device/software support
• Supports common MP3, M4A, OGG, FLAC, AAC and WAV formats
• Optional Bluetooth, auxiliary-input and HD Radio accessories sold separately
• Designed for changer-port installation

Fitment and Compatibility

Selected 1997-2010 BMW E36/E46 3 Series, E39 5 Series, E38 7 Series, E83 X3, E53 X5, E85/E86 Z4, Z3, Z8 and M models, plus selected 2002-2008 MINI R50/R52/R53 vehicles with compatible factory audio wiring.

DSP, navigation, satellite-radio and production-date restrictions apply. Some later E83 and E85/E86 analog-DSP systems require radio coding for CD-changer activation; SiriusXM may need to be disconnected. Confirm the installed radio and trunk connector before purchase.

Part Number Information

• GROM kit reference / SKU: BMWTU3
• Product family: GROM USB3

Package Contents

• 1 × GROM USB3 interface in metal enclosure
• 1 × BMW/MINI vehicle harness
• 1 × 3-foot USB extension cable
• 1 × operation manual

Installation Notes

Connect at the trunk CD-changer wiring and route the USB lead forward. Do not assume all DSP systems are compatible; an additional DSP adapter or vehicle coding may be required. Verify current phone and firmware support.