I went forward with my E90 alarm install, and took some pics along the way. I would say that it is an easy install, as long as you have some mechanical confidence and experience. The "hardest" part is removing the left rear wheel to install the siren. Since our cars do not come with a...

Yes, about $40 to activate.

Why do they charge for this service? Anyone know if theres a away to get them to update this under warranty? I know, I know, its a strech.

So I ordered the Alarm from the part number I found in the 3's accessory catalog (65-12-0-403-658). Does this include the full wiring system to put an alarm on an E90 that isn't pre-wired? I think it will still have all the required equipment, but some extra wiring will be in there too. It hasn't even shipped yet so I might be able to have them order the correct part, but I bet the cost would be the same.

Got mine delivered a few days ago, but havent opened.

Anyone have the part number for the thingamajig that fits over the plastic jacking points?

No. Description Supplement Qty From Up To Part Number Price Notes
21 SUPPORT LIFTING PLATFORM 4 51717123311 $4.18

21 SUPPORT LIFTING PLATFORM 4 51717123311 $4.18


Maybe I'm slow, or not looking in the right place, but I can't seem to find that part number on any of the online BMW part vendors (i.e. Circle, Pacific, etc.) Anyone know where I can order this online?

Thanks

Have you tried calling either of the places?

Where, and what was the cheapest you guys got your alarm for? I got a quote from the dealer for $599 installed. they wont sell it w/o the installation.
Any suggestions as to where to get a good deal on one?????

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=9484

230 shipped

Quick question for you guys who have done the alarm install themselves. My friend owns a garage with lifts, so he and I are going to the do the install there, this way we can use one of the lifts for removing the rear tire.
So heres my question, since we are using a lift, and NOT a jack, I wont need to worry about these little jack supports thingys right?

I just got finished doing my alarm I bought thru circle BMW. It was easy, simple and with this thread straight to the point. Take your time, read the instructions above and should be no problem. My red light started to blink right away. One thing I would like to emphasize is the removal of the dome light housing. I use a plastic spatula/cake knife. Thanks a lot for whoever put this thread together, you saved me a lot of money.

if you have perfectly flat jacks then i think you wont need them...

Yea, the install is pretty easy. I got it activated for free because I waited 4 hours, but they also didnt wash the car, so I'm kinda

But for the 40 bucks, I just washed her myself the next day...

I've been away for a while, and I am glad to see people are still getting some use from this thread.

I bought the oem alarm this morning ($232.05 + tax) although my 325i SG is still on the ship on its way to Port Hueneme. I printed a copy of CC 330i oem alarm installation post to guide me when it's time to install the alarm.

From reading all the post above, to finish the DIY installation of DWA (oem alarm system), you need to bring it to the dealer and have them perform the CIP Retrofit Procedure regardless of what version your CIP. Is this correct?

Thanks,

Most likely, unless the BMW factory already fixed the problem. You can just look at it when you go to pick up the car

Are you talking about programming the alarm to be installed or the new trim piece on the light?

My bad, I thought he was talking about the slotted rear light module cover.

I'm talking about programming the oem alarm.