Well the 2nd try worked out to be the charm. Got my F01 fitted with functioning paddles and upgraded to the M-Sport steering wheel as well. Eventually I had to swap out my steering wheel control cluster along with my old sport steering wheel. Only one issue is I have to be in DS driving mode for the paddles to work. Apparently this is how the 7's are coded I am told. They won't work in just regular driving mode. Nevertheless, I LOVE THEM! So nice to fully have instant control of the transmission whenever I want, really changes the feel of the car!
Here are some pics.
Parts needed:
1. New M-Sport Steering wheel with paddles (Cost me $730)
2. New Steering cluster - $420 (Part # 61319297781). You may not need this if you car is a later model and has this new one already. Mine didn't which is why the first try failed.
3. Airbag? If you have an M-Sport wheel or regular Sport wheel already your airbag is interchangeable. If you have a non-sport wheel you will need a new airbag. Can be pricey new. eBay is probably your best bet for this item.
From what I know I was the first one ever to get an F01/F02 successfully retrofitted with paddles!
If you want your own set talk to Patryk. www.bimmer-tech.net Also email at info@bimmer-tech.net
Here are some pics.
Parts needed:
1. New M-Sport Steering wheel with paddles (Cost me $730)
2. New Steering cluster - $420 (Part # 61319297781). You may not need this if you car is a later model and has this new one already. Mine didn't which is why the first try failed.
3. Airbag? If you have an M-Sport wheel or regular Sport wheel already your airbag is interchangeable. If you have a non-sport wheel you will need a new airbag. Can be pricey new. eBay is probably your best bet for this item.
From what I know I was the first one ever to get an F01/F02 successfully retrofitted with paddles!
If you want your own set talk to Patryk. www.bimmer-tech.net Also email at info@bimmer-tech.net