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08-31-2006, 09:30 AM | #23 | |
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Yes, I do believe I was the first one to do it......at least on this forum. I've started threads in the past trying to gain some insight on the install, but nobody had performed it, so I was on my own. The clips holding the rear climate controls in place are molded onto the unit itself. If you look at the first picture, you will see the clips along the top of the climate control. There are about 4 or 5 of those located along the sides of the climate control as well (..with the bottom clips on both sides being a pain in the ass, and easily prone to breakage; I broke one, that's why I advised to be careful when removing it). |
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08-31-2006, 12:48 PM | #28 |
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Although they are great pictures there really is not any of the arm rest open!
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08-31-2006, 01:28 PM | #30 |
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Well, he only replaced the top part of the armrest. So whatever under the armrest (compartment) is the same. Hope that help. No need for photo since only the top outside part is different which is depicted in his photo.
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Might I also add how nicely weighted the ///M shift knob is. There is a noticeable difference in feel and accuracy between that knob and the stock silver/black knob. |
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08-31-2006, 03:00 PM | #36 |
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So each section does not lift independantly of one another? I really just wanted to see what it looked like slid forward? Sorry if im being a pest!
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I am going to be getting saddle brown interior and want to switch out the arm rest with a black one just like yours. Thanks for the DIY and pics.
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Hey Sedan_Clan, great job on the write up!
I'm going to call my BMW dealer to order one of these. Please take some photos of the splitter in action (i.e. sliding forward). Slightly off topic, how do you like those ///M driving gloves? Do you actually wear them when you drive? cheers, -hkj |
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is there any M shift knob for Auto transmition ?? I want one
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I don't have storage nets on the back of my seats! What is up with that!
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