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      01-06-2017, 09:15 PM   #185
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Originally Posted by etinifni View Post
I know they work on cars retrofitted by BMW, are you saying they work with aftermarket retrofits like the ones Bimmer-Tech provides (CIC -> NBT)?
The NBT uses a completely different module for it's telematics called the TCB (Telematics Control Box) because the Combox is integrated into the NBT itself.

CIC systems use an all-in-one unit which is external the navigation system.

Basically, retrofitting an NBT will make you use your stock BMW Assist services. BimmerRetrofit has options for 3rd party services for things like ARTTI and Google Search, etc.
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