[GarageMadness]

Took a reprieve from holidays to install some parts I purchased from IND. It was a nice addition to the CF trim bits already in the car and the red buttons really set the steering wheel apart. Should have come like this from BMW. It's sad we have to spend several hundred dollars to just get this look in the interior. BMW/IND parts are quality.

Install was fairly straight forward. All you need are is a 10mm socket with ratchet, T20 and small Phillips screwdriver for the entire install. Several owners have already documented nice videos on the install. Steps were as follows. Total install time was 1/2 hour.

1. Disconnect negative battery terminal.
2. Push in small holes behind the steering wheel to release the airbag.
3. Disconnect airbag from wiring harness plug.
4. Use T20 to unscrew stock trim piece (2 screws with each located on either side).
5. Use T20 to unscrew bottom of trim piece from behind the wheel.
6. Unclip by gently pulling on the trim price in sections and slide it off the wheel.
7. Use T20 to unscrew and remove the button trim module from behind the wheel.
8. Once loosened, turn module around gently and use small Phillips screwdriver to remove 3 screws.
9. Use small flat head screwdriver to unclip the 'M' buttons off the module.
10. Push and clip in the new buttons in place.
11. Put everything back together in reverse order.

Notes:
Ensure trunk does not close while battery is disconnected. Use a small towel to cover the bottom trunk latch and also release the rear seats for access if needed. Take your time on the button module and ensure proper orientation of the two white rubber pieces before putting the module back together. They can fall out or get misaligned easily. If that happens you will get a cruise control malfunction message. Lastly, after replacing the negative battery terminal you have to reset date/time and DSC light will go away once car is driven.

Take your time, be patient, and don't over tighten any of the screws. Feel free to PM if anyone has questions.