anyone know how to install these paddles?

lemonpark · 07-31-2014, 04:45 AM

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/BMW-E92-E...-/181473737572

^ that's the paddle shifters I am looking at. I have M3 steering wheel with M3 DCT paddle shifters already but want longer/bigger paddles.

My car came with the M3 wheel and DCT paddles so I'm not too sure how these would be installed.

any help appreciated. thanks

lemonpark · 07-31-2014, 05:15 AM

found a video on youtube of how to do it.
have to take the wheel off to get to the paddles. i will probably order them this weekend.

1QuikWS6 · 07-31-2014, 07:02 PM

You don't have to remove the entire wheel to take off paddles - only airbag & multifunction trim/buttons.

Then after removing the paddles you will need to take them apart to swap out the paddle portion.

I have extended DCT paddles, there is a DIY somewhere, I'll try find it and post link.

StevenY. · 07-31-2014, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1QuikWS6

You don't have to remove the entire wheel to take off paddles - only airbag & multifunction trim/buttons.

Then after removing the paddles you will need to take them apart to swap out the paddle portion.

I have extended DCT paddles, there is a DIY somewhere, I'll try find it and post link.

I have pre lci paddles on my e92, and I've been wanting to get extended paddles but is it possible to replace my paddles with these extended paddles or will I need to buy the entire m3 dct paddle along with the module to fit these on? I hope my question makes sense.

roadkillrob · 07-31-2014, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by StevenY.

I have pre lci paddles on my e92, and I've been wanting to get extended paddles but is it possible to replace my paddles with these extended paddles or will I need to buy the entire m3 dct paddle along with the module to fit these on? I hope my question makes sense.

You need m3 paddles, pre lci are totally different and those extended paddles only fit the m3 paddles (which r totally worth getting, they are a much nicer positive feel)

StevenY. · 07-31-2014, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by roadkillrob

You need m3 paddles, pre lci are totally different and those extended paddles only fit the m3 paddles (which r totally worth getting, they are a much nicer positive feel)

I had a feeling that was the case, thanks for confirming it.

peterparker · 07-31-2014, 10:29 PM

M3 paddles FTW!

Here's a pic with the DCT paddles disassembled.

And comparing it to stock, Also you could see the the 1 bolt to remove the paddles.

And another pic to show you that that bolt is still accessible with the trim on. So just remove your airbag.

lemonpark · 08-01-2014, 03:18 AM

oh so I just remove these marked in red? and the paddles and the black plastiic cover just comes off?

1QuikWS6 · 08-01-2014, 03:21 AM

I got mine (brushed aluminum) from Modmy3

http://www.modmy3.com/e9x/bmw-e92/bm...t-paddles.html

Here is link to a PDF of the LED version install of the paddles.

Install for non-LED would be the same, just ignore all the steps/pics that have to do with wiring for the LED's (Steps 13 thru 19, step 24, steps 30 thru 35):

http://modmynav.com/dct/MMN-LED-DCT.pdf

Like I said, no need to remove the wheel - but you DO need to disconnect the battery when removing airbag.

Personally, I would also remove the trim as it is very EZ (3 torx screws from backside of wheel that are easy to access) & it makes it so much easier to get to the paddle wiring connectors & attachment screws)

1QuikWS6 · 08-01-2014, 03:29 AM

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Originally Posted by lemonpark

oh so I just remove these marked in red? and the paddles and the black plastiic cover just comes off?

Yes, once you can see those (2) torx screws, remove them, unplug the wires from the paddle assemblies, & they will come right off the backside of the wheel - see my install PDF

lemonpark · 08-01-2014, 03:45 AM

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Originally Posted by 1QuikWS6

Yes, once you can see those (2) torx screws, remove them, unplug the wires from the paddle assemblies, & they will come right off the backside of the wheel - see my install PDF

SWEEET!!! thanks bro! i'll order these next week and give the install a shot! thanks for the info, i was kind of hesitant because of removing the whole wheel and all that but this seems easy enough haha

1QuikWS6 · 08-01-2014, 04:55 AM

No problem!

I've swapped my steering wheel out so many times now I can change over to complete new steering wheel in 15min total including battery disconnect/connect

Dark_Knight_335 · 08-01-2014, 05:17 AM

Anything that involves removing any of the safety systems responsible for saving my life or the lives of others scares the shit out of me. Good luck.

1QuikWS6 · 08-01-2014, 04:33 PM

ah, its no big deal airbag pops right out, disconnect 2 wires and shes off. goes back on just as ez - really nothing about the airbag itself being disturbed.

it is important to disconnect battery though - both for safety reasons and so there will not be an error code thrown.

ive had mine off/on at least 5x now and it is fine

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lemonpark Captain 58 Rep 610 Posts Drives: '08 335i E92 Join Date: May 2014 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0)	found a video on youtube of how to do it. have to take the wheel off to get to the paddles. i will probably order them this weekend. __________________ JB4 G5 ISO \| BMS Backend Flash \| Alpina B3 TCU Flash \| AR Design Catless DP \| BMS DCI \| ER CP \| Turbosmart Race Port BOV \| Muffler Delete \| H&R Sport Springs \| BMS Cowl \| BMW Performance Alcantara Wheel \| M3 DCT Paddles \| Muse Concept and Design Interior \| 19" GTC-CX \| M3 Lip Spoiler \| Zieg CF Rear Diffuser \| Flow Designs Front Lip \| Black Grill \| RGB LED Angel Eyes \| 8000K HID \|
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peterparker Captain 137 Rep 819 Posts Drives: e90 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Rochester NY iTrader: (3) Garage List 2009 BMW 335i [0.00]	M3 paddles FTW! Here's a pic with the DCT paddles disassembled. And comparing it to stock, Also you could see the the 1 bolt to remove the paddles. And another pic to show you that that bolt is still accessible with the trim on. So just remove your airbag.
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lemonpark Captain 58 Rep 610 Posts Drives: '08 335i E92 Join Date: May 2014 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0)	oh so I just remove these marked in red? and the paddles and the black plastiic cover just comes off? __________________ JB4 G5 ISO \| BMS Backend Flash \| Alpina B3 TCU Flash \| AR Design Catless DP \| BMS DCI \| ER CP \| Turbosmart Race Port BOV \| Muffler Delete \| H&R Sport Springs \| BMS Cowl \| BMW Performance Alcantara Wheel \| M3 DCT Paddles \| Muse Concept and Design Interior \| 19" GTC-CX \| M3 Lip Spoiler \| Zieg CF Rear Diffuser \| Flow Designs Front Lip \| Black Grill \| RGB LED Angel Eyes \| 8000K HID \|
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1QuikWS6 No 55mph 1619 Rep 8,476 Posts Drives: F32 435ix MSport Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Blitzburgh, PA iTrader: (113) Garage List 2022 BMW M440ix Vert [0.00] 2015 BMW 435ix MSport [0.00] 2000 Pontiac Trans Am [0.00]	I got mine (brushed aluminum) from Modmy3 http://www.modmy3.com/e9x/bmw-e92/bm...t-paddles.html Here is link to a PDF of the LED version install of the paddles. Install for non-LED would be the same, just ignore all the steps/pics that have to do with wiring for the LED's (Steps 13 thru 19, step 24, steps 30 thru 35): http://modmynav.com/dct/MMN-LED-DCT.pdf Like I said, no need to remove the wheel - but you DO need to disconnect the battery when removing airbag. Personally, I would also remove the trim as it is very EZ (3 torx screws from backside of wheel that are easy to access) & it makes it so much easier to get to the paddle wiring connectors & attachment screws) __________________ F32 435ix//MGM//M Sport-Prem-Tech-Driver Assist-Lighting-Cold Weather-Dyn Handling Pkgs//M4 Black Lthr Int w/M4 Alum Blade Trim//HK w/Bavsound Stg3//763M//M4 Euro LCI Tails//M4 Mirrors w/CF Covers//AWCarbon CF F/R Spoilers-Side Splitters-Diffuser 6WB/ID6 HU+HUD/IND M4 Alcantara Armrest//PURE S2 Turbo//AA FMIC+DP//ER CP+TIC//3.5bar TMAP/TS DV//AWE Tuning Exh w/Blk Tips//Turner MS CF Intake//BM3 Cary Jordan Tune//MPerf Diff//PrecRW Ignition Kit
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