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02-14-2020, 05:51 AM | #1 |
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Amazon Crystal idrive knob
Anyone have feedback on this or another idrive glass control replacement?
Check this out at Amazon.com Crystal Series - Multimedia Controller Knob for BMW https://www.amazon.com/dp/B081PM1QFS..._kQNrEbM3053EZ |
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I'm hoping someone here tries it and lets us know! I've got a lease so I'm not sure if I should (although I really want to) |
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06-10-2020, 08:02 PM | #5 |
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I ordered the shifter, iDrive, and Start/Stop crystal retrofits from car-analysis.com. They should arrived today, I am super excited. Will post some pics once it's installed.
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06-11-2020, 08:21 AM | #7 |
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I ordered as well, due to arrive tomorrow. Good reviews and photos, but the install video (at car-analysis.com) is really lame. Hopefully I can improve upon the "experts" installation. Hopefully photos of successful install posted tomorrow. Appears the oem touch pad is damaged during removal, so no going back.
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Really looking forward to pictures and detailed installation instructions, pictures, videos etc. I think I'm also going to buy. |
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Got my delivery yesterday, installed this morning. Reviewed video to get familiar with the pieces and process, and was pleased that the install was easier than depicted. I did not unplug cable, but was very careful not to overextend the electronic strap cable. I removed the touchpad and adhesive layer separately. The video depicted using the tool to remove the layers. I found it MUCH easier to use the tool to peel away enough to grab it with my fingers and SLOWLY peel away. I lifted about 1/2 inch with the tool....just enough to get a grip. This method (see photo) prevented distorting the removed layers, and could then be reinstalled should the need arise. There is a clear plastic ring under the touchpad that has to align with two round holes prior to locking in the pad.
I think it took me about 15 minutes, and am pleased with the result. Even the wife thought it was a pretty significant upgrade for under $100. |
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My issue is that I did not follow the instructions when changing the gear selector. It says DISCONNECT THE BATTERIES and I... did not, because I found BMW instructions that do not mention disconnecting the batteries. As a result I believe I've shorted out the center control panel. The car will not move at all right now. I've got the replacement control unit coming. Overall it looks fantastic, I just wish I could drive my car ![]()
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06-22-2020, 01:13 AM | #17 |
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Start/stop is easy. There's a rubbery-sticky thing you smear/cover the factory button with, yank swiftly and it comes off. Took me 3 or 4 times, but it doesn't break anything and then you just snap the new one in.
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Now start/stop button and control knob upgraded from Car-Analysis...pleased with the look & quality. Still undecided on Gear selector. Easy install, and relatively inexpensive ($130).
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06-22-2020, 06:27 PM | #20 |
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Hmm. Hard to tell, it may be a little but the control panel also widenS towards the top which sort of makes it a little tricky on my eyes when I stare at it.
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