DIY- Rear Fog Lights

bryanwxup · 08-28-2009, 03:45 PM

more of the related pictures..

Thunder Dump · 09-11-2009, 03:17 PM

Thanks to everyone who contributed to this thread (especially vwong and brianlay). I now have rear fogs with the original chrome-tipped switch in my '09 E93.

335KixAlot · 09-27-2009, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by KL2DC

Thanks Josh, gonna ask around, as well. $75 is not too bad, considering the safety value.

Looks like there are cheaper options http://www.turnermotorsport.com/html...ID=61316932796

Mr.Black · 10-24-2009, 09:48 PM

Nice thread! I'll be in Munichnext month and think I need to stop by the local dealer and pick up the cheaper '08 switch to use in my '09 to retain the '09 look. Thanks for all the helpful posts on this topic. I'm wondering if I should be picking up anything else while in Munich (read: newbie).

slugdriver · 11-03-2009, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by bryanwxup

I was at the dealer today. There are 6 (six!!) versions of that switch for the 3er. Despends on xenon, xenon with turn feature, wagon adj beam height, etc.. in the US we have just 2 part numbers, w/ or w/o xenon. The switch looks the same from the outside apparently.

So I have to do some research and I'll find out Monday. Either way, all 6 versions including the one above are the same price +/- a few euros. About 80 EUR..

Bryan,

Just pm'd you. Can you get the switch and if so, how much for mail to the US via APO. I have 335d - US version.

Thanks ahead for the info!

-Slug

3002 tii · 11-04-2009, 01:06 PM

weird, i didnt read all 27 pages but i thought rear fogs aren't supposed to be symmetrical, similar to how they appaer on saab/audi b/c then drivers would confuse them for brake lights. it's the 1-sidedness that lets ppl know those are in fact ure rear fogs.

Jeff@TopGearSolutions · 12-05-2009, 11:45 AM

Cheapest I found is ~$100 anyone find anything less expensive?

If so PM me

David9962000 · 12-31-2009, 07:38 PM

Thank you! I did mine today and because of this great thread, it was very easy.

spdy330 · 01-06-2010, 11:16 PM

Guys,

So am I hearing this correct that I can purchase this switch and without any additional mods it will work? Dash light display and all?

Thanks,

EricO

David9962000 · 01-07-2010, 09:14 AM

Yes. it was straight on for me on my 09 335.

Tegs4tugs · 01-18-2010, 03:12 PM

I did this mod myself over the weekend, theres another thread that describes how to make the existing switch work, no parts needed just a bit of creativity.

spdy330 · 01-18-2010, 04:18 PM

I ordered mine from ECS Tuning last week. Should be shipping around the 25th if all goes well. I know that I could have modified my switch but I am anal and wanted the logo on the button. Not to mention when I sell the vehicle years from now I can swap it back and make some money back on one of these forums :-) I just bought the car 7 weeks ago so I have no plans on selling it anytime soon.

http://www.ecstuning.com/ES1866753/?...ign=e9xeurofog

Good luck!

raf555 · 01-18-2010, 04:37 PM

guys... whre is the light level controller on the unit?!

its a wheel type switch which u rotate to move ur headlights up and down!!!??

Do US ones not come withat too??

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts...39&hg=61&fg=35

spdy330 · 01-18-2010, 04:41 PM

That is a NON-US version switch.

raf555 · 01-18-2010, 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by spdy330

That is a NON-US version switch.

ive just put alink from real oem showing the light leveller.

so will ones with a light level controller fit US cars?

Mr.Black · 01-21-2010, 09:34 PM

I just purchased a LCI switch from a forum member here and installed it tonight. Took about 10 minutes and works great. Dash lights up, switch has logo and lights up, I'm stoked! Especially since the LCI versions are hard to come by in the US. And no legos to break off and rattle around in the dash.

BMWjames · 01-24-2010, 01:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr.Black

I just purchased a LCI switch from a forum member here and installed it tonight. Took about 10 minutes and works great. Dash lights up, switch has logo and lights up, I'm stoked! Especially since the LCI versions are hard to come by in the US. And no legos to break off and rattle around in the dash.

I'll buy your US version! I need the white piece cause I dont want to use legos!

Mr.Black · 01-26-2010, 09:05 PM

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Originally Posted by BMWjames

I'll buy your US version! I need the white piece cause I dont want to use legos!

PM me an offer! I do have a buddy who wants it as well though. Haven't decided yet.

rs6655 · 01-28-2010, 02:29 PM

The lease is up on my 2007 328i and I'm selling the euro light switch (61 31 6 932 796) for $75.00 (shipping included) anywhere in the US.

My E90 had Premium with Halogen headlamps.

PM me if your interested.

BMWjames · 02-01-2010, 08:53 PM

I used a dry wall anchor and glued a piece of an old credit card to the top.

Gastro611 · 03-11-2010, 12:01 AM

2010 e92 comes with a little extra white piece wahooo lol

elfhearse · 03-17-2010, 08:11 PM

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ordered mine from ECS Tuning last week

How'd that work out?? I ordered the advertised "Euro switch Chrome knob" and they sent me the standard pre-LCI US switch without rear fog switch..

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Mr.Black Enlisted Member 1 Rep 35 Posts Drives: 2009 335i Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Oregon iTrader: (2)	Nice thread! I'll be in Munichnext month and think I need to stop by the local dealer and pick up the cheaper '08 switch to use in my '09 to retain the '09 look. Thanks for all the helpful posts on this topic. I'm wondering if I should be picking up anything else while in Munich (read: newbie). __________________ '09 BMW E90 335i \| Black Sapphire\| Black Dakota Leather \| Sport \| Premium \| Cold package \| Steptronic w/paddle shifters \| iPod/USB Painted grill \| Keyhole delete \| Black shadow emblems \| Euro switch
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