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      06-26-2020, 03:05 AM   #4
roshm
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Drives: BMW X5 m50i
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I think I'm going to get this full set.
Flash and color is as important to me as it is to you.
I'm going to read the installation instructions closely before purchasing to make sure I can do it. I expect that I will be able to and will thus go and buy it.
Thanks.
None of it is too difficult honestly. Definitely get an interior trim removal kit and a hex screwdriver to make things easier. I also put a microfiber towel around the areas I was working in, because you can easily slip up and scratch the console which will suck beyond belief. Use caution when working with the ribbon cable on the shifter, though it does have a little bit of slack. Just push any excess back down so it's flat.

Here's what I bought from Amazon if you don't have the stuff already:

https://www.amazon.com/GOOACC-Remova.../dp/B07V22YC9J

https://www.amazon.com/Screwdriver-T...dp/B07TTG243M/ (Note: You only need the T10 I believe, but I figured the others may come in handy some day)
I am only interested in replacing the I drive controller. Is it a difficult process? Also is it necessary to disconnect the battery if I am only changing out the controller and not the shift knob?
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