DIY- Rear Fog Lights

obLu · 08-25-2006, 11:25 AM

JD, I noticed no pricing was on the site yet for the new e90 ipod interface ( 65 11 0 403 650 ). I've already got mine ordered, but there's a few threads in the electronics forum of people trying to find it. People here might be interested too.

Mixx2000 · 08-25-2006, 04:37 PM

Whats up Guys, the E90 iPod interface isn't on our price tape yet (should be by the end of the month though). It looks like it's going to be about $293 through the site.

As for the Reverse Camera setup I'm looking into this. If your car came with Idrive/Nav then there has to be a way to have the image displayed through the Idrive's in dash monitor. Leaving the "Vent Monitor" only for those without Idrive. I have to first see if I can talk BMW into adding the number to our market, as right now I can't even get price or availability. I'll keep you guys posted. -JD

ZuerstBMW · 08-25-2006, 06:21 PM

I just installed mine and it works perfect. I actually just pulled my trim out with my hand starting with the speedo side and it pulled out pretty easily. Im happy. Thanks again JD.

mosport70 · 08-25-2006, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Mixx2000

Whats up Guys, the E90 iPod interface isn't on our price tape yet (should be by the end of the month though). It looks like it's going to be about $293 through the site.

As for the Reverse Camera setup I'm looking into this. If your car came with Idrive/Nav then there has to be a way to have the image displayed through the Idrive's in dash monitor. Leaving the "Vent Monitor" only for those without Idrive. I have to first see if I can talk BMW into adding the number to our market, as right now I can't even get price or availability. I'll keep you guys posted. -JD

Thanks JD. I do have iDrive and PDC so I'm hoping the wiring harness for the PDC already has a lead for the camera.

Keep us posted and thanks again. Feel free to start a new thread when you get an update from BMW.

tiga901 · 08-27-2006, 10:05 PM

I just ordered mine from Crown....This is a great MOD. I cant wait to get it installed.

Kamando · 08-28-2006, 12:22 AM

Installed my switch, easiest mod ever.

Trim came off nice and easy, though the door side did require a tad bit more muscle than the steering wheel side.

jbblack · 08-28-2006, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Kamando

Installed my switch, easiest mod ever.

Trim came off nice and easy, though the door side did require a tad bit more muscle than the steering wheel side.

My switch arrived today and I have to second the above quote. From opening the box to finish was about 30 min. Used my fingers, a couple of old credit cards and a thin pry bar.

THANKS JD! and BRIANLAY FOR THE SUPER PHOTOS AND TIPS!!

Sent the BMW Dealer Bulletin with part #'s for the IPOD MOST interface to the Reno Dealer and he had never seen it. Asked where I got it (Bimmerfest). He did say that there were 400 on backorder through out the system - once he had the part numbers. I would love to get one at a great price, however the dealer still has to do the install and programing I believe.

Be of good cheer,
Jeff

742 · 08-28-2006, 08:52 PM

brainlay (who started all this)--

Works great. Thanks.

toughluck · 08-29-2006, 02:27 PM

I just received my switch from Osama BMW, part num (65 11 0 403 666). Here is a photo. I am plan to install this tonight, after of course, using my butter knife to put butter on my toast.

Seriously, does anyone know what the left side of the switch is used for? This is one of the phantom black plastic covers where additional buttons/features can be added later.

KL2DC · 08-29-2006, 02:29 PM

toughluck: The left side would be for the halogen headlight levelers (in euro and other world market cars). Headlight levelers come in handy when towing or have a heavy load in the rear....

BMWWhiz · 08-29-2006, 02:56 PM

Any one from Canada ordered this switch? I e-mailed JD this morning and he said no problem and gave me a shipping rate of $15.00 to Ontario but when I went to order online it wouldn't accept my request unless I put a US ship address

KL2DC · 08-29-2006, 03:15 PM

Dayem, how many switches in total have we ordered from JD/Crown BMW

Won't BMW AG get suspicious to see one dealer ordering so many of a specific euro part.

18LLC · 08-29-2006, 07:39 PM

still waiting for mine, should be here soon.

neuronpetkowski · 08-29-2006, 08:04 PM

Getting mine tomorrow according to UPS.
I too, will post pics and will try the McGyver butter knife technique.

just4kickz · 08-29-2006, 08:07 PM

what are rear fogs light for anyways?

just4kickz · 08-29-2006, 08:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by toughluck

I just received my switch from Osama BMW, part num (65 11 0 403 666). Here is a photo. I am plan to install this tonight, after of course, using my butter knife to put butter on my toast.

Seriously, does anyone know what the left side of the switch is used for? This is one of the phantom black plastic covers where additional buttons/features can be added later.

lol.. id rather have... DISCO LIGHTS... not.

lux.sh · 08-29-2006, 08:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by toughluck

I just received my switch from Osama BMW, part num (65 11 0 403 666). Here is a photo. I am plan to install this tonight, after of course, using my butter knife to put butter on my toast.

Seriously, does anyone know what the left side of the switch is used for? This is one of the phantom black plastic covers where additional buttons/features can be added later.

It seems like they ran out of those parts. something about their service department getting bombed.

Chesmu · 08-29-2006, 09:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KL2DC

Headlight levelers come in handy when towing or have a heavy load in the rear....

'Cause that's what the e90 is designed for...

mosport70 · 08-29-2006, 09:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KL2DC

Dayem, how many switches in total have we ordered from JD/Crown BMW

Won't BMW AG get suspicious to see one dealer ordering so many of a specific euro part.

The engineers are probably wondering why so many of these US spec switches are failing... just in the past few weeks.

They probably got of couple of guys working on a improved design already!

KL2DC · 08-29-2006, 09:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mosport70

The engineers are probably wondering why so many of these US spec switches are failing... just in the past few weeks.

They probably got of couple of guys working on a improved design already!

The euro light switch factory in Romania is working on triple overtime now

ZuerstBMW · 08-29-2006, 10:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by just4kickz

what are rear fogs light for anyways?

To blind the people driving slow in the fast lane when you cut them on. J/K

just4kickz · 08-29-2006, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by ZuerstBMW

To blind the people driving slow in the fast lane when you cut them on. J/K

well in that case... SIGN ME UP

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Mixx2000 New Member 0 Rep 15 Posts Drives: 1992 GVR4 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Greensboro, NC iTrader: (1)	Whats up Guys, the E90 iPod interface isn't on our price tape yet (should be by the end of the month though). It looks like it's going to be about $293 through the site. As for the Reverse Camera setup I'm looking into this. If your car came with Idrive/Nav then there has to be a way to have the image displayed through the Idrive's in dash monitor. Leaving the "Vent Monitor" only for those without Idrive. I have to first see if I can talk BMW into adding the number to our market, as right now I can't even get price or availability. I'll keep you guys posted. -JD
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tiga901 Second Lieutenant 7 Rep 244 Posts Drives: e90 330i, mt pp sp Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Millbrae, CA iTrader: (0)	I just ordered mine from Crown....This is a great MOD. I cant wait to get it installed.
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Kamando Captain 56 Rep 617 Posts Drives: - Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: - iTrader: (3)	Installed my switch, easiest mod ever. Trim came off nice and easy, though the door side did require a tad bit more muscle than the steering wheel side.
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toughluck First Lieutenant 45 Rep 360 Posts Drives: 2007 e92 Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Pie in the Sky iTrader: (1)	New Part Number I just received my switch from Osama BMW, part num (65 11 0 403 666). Here is a photo. I am plan to install this tonight, after of course, using my butter knife to put butter on my toast. Seriously, does anyone know what the left side of the switch is used for? This is one of the phantom black plastic covers where additional buttons/features can be added later. Attached Images
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KL2DC Moderator 318 Rep 17,767 Posts Drives: F36 428i,E90 328i, E85 Z4 3.0i Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: DC Metro iTrader: (23) Garage List 2015 F36 428i [0.00] 2011 E90 328i [0.00] 2006 E85 Z4 3.0i [0.00]	toughluck: The left side would be for the halogen headlight levelers (in euro and other world market cars). Headlight levelers come in handy when towing or have a heavy load in the rear.... __________________ Official DC Metro Registry - Current, New & Prospective Area Members Roll Call!
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BMWWhiz Enlisted Member 0 Rep 37 Posts Drives: 430i Gran coup Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Kitchener, Ontario iTrader: (0)	Any one from Canada ordered this switch? I e-mailed JD this morning and he said no problem and gave me a shipping rate of $15.00 to Ontario but when I went to order online it wouldn't accept my request unless I put a US ship address
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