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      01-30-2018, 08:48 PM   #1
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M Sport steering wheel swap?

Probably was already asked, but is there a simple way to somehow swap my stock non M steering wheel (no paddle shifters, no heat) to an M Sport steering wheel? Even without paddle shifters. So basically can i just buy M Sport steering wheel and airbag from ebay and put it in or it will be a nightmare and i shouldn't touch it?

For example I've seen M Sport steering wheel with SRS airbag with paddle shifters for about $800 with shipping https://www.ebay.com/itm/BMW-M-SPORT....c100005.m1851
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I'm pretty sure you can. The mechanical connection is the same. In the worst case, just live with the paddle shifters even if they don't work for you! I have a bare bones M wheel with a few bad leather patches.
Can sell for cheap and you would only need the M trim piece. You should be able to keep your center/air bag piece.
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I'm pretty sure you can. The mechanical connection is the same. In the worst case, just live with the paddle shifters even if they don't work for you! I have a bare bones M wheel with a few bad leather patches.
Can sell for cheap and you would only need the M trim piece. You should be able to keep your center/air bag piece.
Are you sure, I thought airbags were different, no? I have trapezoid shape and M Sport airbag is round shape, or so I thought
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Are you sure, I thought airbags were different, no? I have trapezoid shape and M Sport airbag is round shape, or so I thought
They are different airbags. You'll need to get an entirely new steering wheel assembly. Everything past the hub is different.
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It's all plug and play. All you need is a compatible wheel, button set for you car's features and, most importantly, a two stage round airbag. Got one from Latvia on ebay. Was nervous, but it all worked out!
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Got one from Latvia on ebay. Was nervous, but it all worked out!
How do you know, until you need to know?
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How do you know, until you need to know?
Seller had an impeccable record but I went through all details before purchasing.
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Seller had an impeccable record but I went through all details before purchasing.
Sorry for asking, but how much was total for everything (steering wheel, trim with buttons and 2-stage round airbag)? Just trying to gauge what total should I aim at?
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Sorry for asking, but how much was total for everything (steering wheel, trim with buttons and 2-stage round airbag)? Just trying to gauge what total should I aim at?
$750 including shipping from Latvia . could get the M wheel for $ 1100 at the time.
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Seller had an impeccable record but I went through all details before purchasing.
But how do you know that airbag is going to be "impeccable" until it's too late to send it back?
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But how do you know that airbag is going to be "impeccable" until it's too late to send it back?
It's a legitimate question but.. How do you know that your airbag is ok?
Repeatedly asked him about the airbag.. I. E. Whether it was recalled etc.
He reassured me it is ok.
I do think though that if airbag does not send proper signal, a CEL is thrown.
Let's hope it will never be needed.
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Was it an OEM airbag with legitimate BMW serial numbers & identifiers? I think that's what Gilly is getting at...if it's a bum airbag you won't find out until it's too late. Can't say I'd feel comfortable without knowing the source, origin, chain of custody, etc...not just for me, but for my wife and kids in case one of them is driving.
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Worst case scenario you can always buy airbag from legit sources: I think Atlanta bmw dealership sells parts online and 2-stage new oem airbag is $800
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Was it an OEM airbag with legitimate BMW serial numbers & identifiers? I think that's what Gilly is getting at...if it's a bum airbag you won't find out until it's too late. Can't say I'd feel comfortable without knowing the source, origin, chain of custody, etc...not just for me, but for my wife and kids in case one of them is driving.
It is my understanding that neither BMW nor any car company manufactures airbags.
But will ask dealer to check next time around.
Brand new round two stage airbags are around $600 in US.
Latvia has become the European Mecca of aftermarket body parts and cheaper OEM parts.
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Worst case scenario you can always buy airbag from legit sources: I think Atlanta bmw dealership sells parts online and 2-stage new oem airbag is $800
Airbags are NOT Shippable in US... They're considered hazardous material.
You have to order from local dealer.. Or overseas.
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