BMW Performance Seats

rzm3 · 03-04-2009, 05:21 PM

Where can I get them from?

Also I heard that the computer would throw a fault code after installation due to the air bags. Does anyone have more information on this?

Sticky · 03-04-2009, 05:50 PM

Turner Motorsport has them.

The seats still have the air bags so they shouldn't throw a code.

tom @ eas · 03-04-2009, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Sticky

Turner Motorsport has them.

The seats still have the air bags so they shouldn't throw a code.

It's not the airbags, it's the occupancy sensor which is different than US models.

You will get a code if installed in a US car.

Kev · 03-04-2009, 06:20 PM

You can bypass the occupancy sensor.

The seats can be ordered from Turner, and RoverActive. I think HMS should be able to get them as well.

tom @ eas · 03-04-2009, 06:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Kev

You can bypass the occupancy sensor.

The seats can be ordered from Turner, and RoverActive. I think HMS should be able to get them as well.

Through programming yes, I doubt any BMW dealer would do this. We have a OC3 module that will be released shortly to counteract this.

Sticky · 03-04-2009, 06:25 PM

I read something about a code isolater being out? Maybe not yet, but someone with aftermarket seats mentioned it I believe.

tom @ eas · 03-04-2009, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Sticky

I read something about a code isolater being out? Maybe not yet, but someone with aftermarket seats mentioned it I believe.

I have a prototype working (M3 has Pole Positions, no airbags or occupancy sensor) with no codes as we speak.

Boards are now being assembled.

Sticky · 03-04-2009, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by tom @ eas

I have a prototype working (M3 has Pole Positions, no airbags or occupancy sensor) with no codes as we speak.

Boards are now being assembled.

Sounds great!

MMMorish · 03-04-2009, 07:04 PM

What's the BMW performance seat look like? any pics?

rzm3 · 03-04-2009, 11:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Sticky

Turner Motorsport has them.

Not anymore. I emailed them earlier today.

tom @ eas · 03-04-2009, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by rldzhao

Not anymore. I emailed them earlier today.

We can get them for those that want authenticity.

To be honest, I don't see why when the Recaro Sportser CS weighs/costs much less.

Sticky · 03-05-2009, 12:05 AM

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Originally Posted by rldzhao

Not anymore. I emailed them earlier today.

Figured they would have a few sets, I'm sure they can get them still among others. EAS as mentioned and Auto Talent I believe.

doba_s · 03-05-2009, 12:12 AM

BMW PS looks better I think ... how much are you guys selling them for ?

Kev · 03-05-2009, 12:36 AM

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Originally Posted by tom @ eas

Through programming yes, I doubt any BMW dealer would do this. We have a OC3 module that will be released shortly to counteract this.

Nice, that should allow for Euro seat conversion as well then

tom @ eas · 03-05-2009, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Kev

Nice, that should allow for Euro seat conversion as well then

Good point, since the euro seat bottoms have a different OC3 mat.

ponch_ki · 03-06-2009, 08:11 PM

got them through a BMW dealer and had an issue with my power window, the buttons by the driver side didnt work! and up to now they're still fixing the issue and i am so pissed that they can't fix it!

KINGLEH · 07-17-2009, 12:11 PM

whats up with the seating positions compared to the e92 stock seats?

does anyone know if it sits lower.. im 6"5 and would like to sit lower in the car....

aus · 07-17-2009, 04:06 PM

Does the airbag still work with a warning light or with the eas module?

I thought I read somewhere they're not much lighter than stock?
But they sure are pretty.

tom @ eas · 07-17-2009, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by aus

Does the airbag still work with a warning light or with the eas module?

I thought I read somewhere they're not much lighter than stock?
But they sure are pretty.

Not really, since the Performance Seats still retain the seat airbags - if you're looking to save weight, get the Sportster CS seats instead (same thing, sans airbags). Those that have the Performance seats should know they utilize a euro OC3 mat which is different than US standards and will throw a code.

The OC3 module will turn off the passenger side airbag, illuminating the lamp in the sunroof panel as a reminder.

Space Ghost · 07-17-2009, 07:34 PM

can these Sportster CS seats be found?

Kitsune · 07-17-2009, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by KINGLEH

whats up with the seating positions compared to the e92 stock seats?

does anyone know if it sits lower.. im 6"5 and would like to sit lower in the car....

I'd like to know as well, as I am a fraction shorter.

tom @ eas · 07-17-2009, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Space Ghost

can these Sportster CS seats be found?

We're an authorized Recaro dealer - I can get them for you.

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