DIY: Getting rid of aftermarket hood bulge. "Shimming" The Hood

(DIY) Replace E90 2009 Auto Selector Lever Handle w/Walnut

Published by geekwithbmw
06-06-2009

(DIY) Replace E90 2009 Auto Selector Lever Handle w/Walnut

Since many have talked about how to change the Selector Lever, I decided to add pictures to show the process.

Step 1: I put the Selector in Neutral (reason is you have more leverage to pull up on lever and also less chance of slamming you hands into the dash).
Step 2: I used a microfiber cloth for grip and for cushion in case I hit myself in the face when it can off.

Step 3: Pulled straight up (it took some work but was able to do it while sitting in the driver seat). The lever comes off as one piece which is nice.
Step 4: Slide new handle into place (make sure it lines up straight with the console) then just push down with some weight and you are done.
Step 5: Test new handle to make sure it works and now enjoy the new look of your console with the Walnut Handle.

Tutorial Tools

Show Printable Version

Email this Page

Attached Images

By addicted2drums on 06-11-2009, 07:54 PM

Member reviews
Difficulty [ 1 = Difficult ]		1
Cost [ 1 = Expensive ]		1
DIY Clarity [ 1 = Not clear ]		1
Average 20%

the walnut looks way better.

By Flakpheiser on 06-12-2009, 04:39 PM

Member reviews
Difficulty [ 1 = Difficult ]		1
Cost [ 1 = Expensive ]		1
DIY Clarity [ 1 = Not clear ]		1
Average 20%

How much for your old lever?

By geekwithbmw on 06-13-2009, 09:44 AM

Member reviews
Difficulty [ 1 = Difficult ]		1
Cost [ 1 = Expensive ]		2
DIY Clarity [ 1 = Not clear ]		1
Average 27%

Quote:

Originally Posted by addicted2drums

the walnut looks way better.

I like to look as well, just wished I would of got the ash tray cover instead of a hole in front of the shift lever.

By geekwithbmw on 06-13-2009, 09:45 AM

Member reviews
Difficulty [ 1 = Difficult ]		1
Cost [ 1 = Expensive ]		2
DIY Clarity [ 1 = Not clear ]		1
Average 27%

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flakpheiser

How much for your old lever?

Hum, I hadn't really though about it.

By Tricky-BMW on 06-21-2009, 12:08 PM

nice 1

By yashart_330 on 06-22-2009, 05:24 PM

can you post a link or part number for the walnut handle?

By addicted2drums on 06-22-2009, 11:51 PM

Member reviews
Difficulty [ 1 = Difficult ]		1
Cost [ 1 = Expensive ]		1
DIY Clarity [ 1 = Not clear ]		1
Average 20%

Quote:

Originally Posted by geekwithbmw

I like to look as well, just wished I would of got the ash tray cover instead of a hole in front of the shift lever.

true, i did not notice at first. i thought the lid was open.

By geekwithbmw on 06-25-2009, 06:58 PM

Member reviews
Difficulty [ 1 = Difficult ]		1
Cost [ 1 = Expensive ]		2
DIY Clarity [ 1 = Not clear ]		1
Average 27%

Quote:

Originally Posted by yashart_330

can you post a link or part number for the walnut handle?

Here is the part # 25-16-0-391-597

Here is the link to where I got mine:

http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...catalogid=4462

By anaseer on 08-26-2010, 10:59 AM

Member reviews
Difficulty [ 1 = Difficult ]		4
Cost [ 1 = Expensive ]		3
DIY Clarity [ 1 = Not clear ]		5
Average 80%

Thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flakpheiser

How much for your old lever?

Great instructions, thanks. Just replaced mine.

Flakpheiser, still interested in the old lever? I can sell you mine.

#10

By wmb0000 on 10-29-2010, 09:04 PM

Do you have to press the button on the lever when you pull it up?

#11

By e90titan on 11-09-2010, 02:48 AM

Member reviews
Difficulty [ 1 = Difficult ]		1
Cost [ 1 = Expensive ]		1
DIY Clarity [ 1 = Not clear ]		1
Average 20%

Quote:

Originally Posted by wmb0000

Do you have to press the button on the lever when you pull it up?

I did

#12

By O HELLA BMW on 12-09-2010, 01:05 PM

Did you have to start the engine to put the shift knob in neutral? Or can u just press the brake (with the engine off) and put the shift knob in neutral?

#13

By aah78 on 12-09-2010, 05:45 PM

Member reviews
Difficulty [ 1 = Difficult ]		1
Cost [ 1 = Expensive ]		1
DIY Clarity [ 1 = Not clear ]		1
Average 20%

yank!

Quote:

Originally Posted by wmb0000

Do you have to press the button on the lever when you pull it up?

Quote:

Originally Posted by O HELLA BMW

Did you have to start the engine to put the shift knob in neutral? Or can u just press the brake (with the engine off) and put the shift knob in neutral?

No, you don't need to press the button on the lever to yank the knob out.
You don't even need to put the car in Neutral. Just leave it in Park.

#14

By fire_mike on 12-09-2010, 06:16 PM

That looks nice! I'd swap mine out, but I'm not going to drop $140 for a shift knob.

#15

By Neutrino45 on 12-10-2010, 03:21 PM

Is there a DIY for adding back the ash tray cover?

#16

By tallenxb on 12-20-2011, 10:48 AM

Member reviews
Difficulty [ 1 = Difficult ]		1
Cost [ 1 = Expensive ]		2
DIY Clarity [ 1 = Not clear ]		1
Average 27%

Very easy upgrade (was finished in about 30 seconds), & looks great. In my opinion, worth the money especially with this interior.

Attached Images

Tutorial Tools	Search this Tutorial
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Tutorial: Advanced Search