Radios with MID or IRIS
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW 530i, 2002 BMW 530i, and 2001 BMW 530i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Remove MID or IRIS, refer to 65 81 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (MID OR IRIS) .
Release hexagon-socket-head cap screws on left and right and pull out radio.
Unfasten plug connection.