DIY: E92 M3: OEM Alarm Install

SS32 · 05-02-2009, 10:05 AM

Awesome, thanks for the pictures. It looks like there MIGHT be enough room between the snouts and the plastic felt stuff under the bumper. Did you have any kind of guide helping with the bumper removal, or just wing it?

doba_s · 05-05-2009, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by SS32

Awesome, thanks for the pictures. It looks like there MIGHT be enough room between the snouts and the plastic felt stuff under the bumper. Did you have any kind of guide helping with the bumper removal, or just wing it?

it is pretty straight forward ... there are many DIYs here and on e90post.com ...

Georgeair · 05-11-2009, 01:22 PM

Only dealer in B'ham quoted $680, $350 parts, $330 labor. Clearly, I really appreciate the detailed DIY posted here! Thanks.

doba_s · 05-12-2009, 02:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Georgeair

Only dealer in B'ham quoted $680, $350 parts, $330 labor. Clearly, I really appreciate the detailed DIY posted here! Thanks.

I paid 230 just for the system and $0 for programing ... my dealer did it for free

endofanera7 · 05-12-2009, 04:15 AM

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Originally Posted by doba_s

I paid 230 just for the system and $0 for programing ... my dealer did it for free

The alarm you have is the same with the OEM alarms?? I got a quote from BMW of Fremont for $550, parts and installation.

Georgeair · 05-12-2009, 06:12 PM

Ordered it from Tischner, and will happily pay $100 for programming if needed. They've got it on their specials for $235 shipped right now.

kelmk · 05-12-2009, 06:20 PM

Does anyone who the part number for a convertible M3?

M3_LIN · 05-13-2009, 04:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Georgeair

Ordered it from Tischner, and will happily pay $100 for programming if needed. They've got it on their specials for $235 shipped right now.

Tischner? Sorry im a newbie. Do you have a link?

Thanks

Ed LIn

Georgeair · 05-13-2009, 06:58 AM

http://www.getbmwparts.com/

Tischer, Tischner, whatever it takes.... Clearly I have spelling issues.

Roaders · 05-13-2009, 07:34 AM

wow, I can't believe that it doesn't come with an alarm in the states! I don't think ANY BMW come without an alarm in the UK, not even the cheapest 1 series.

Cloud · 05-13-2009, 10:51 AM

ever since my alarm install my bluetooth has been crappy. I was wondering if its possible that the installer messed up the microphone in the installation process. Is it possible for the microphone to be messed up while installing the alarm?

endofanera7 · 05-13-2009, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Roaders

wow, I can't believe that it doesn't come with an alarm in the states! I don't think ANY BMW come without an alarm in the UK, not even the cheapest 1 series.

It comes as an option for an additional $600.

GregW / Oregon · 05-13-2009, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Roaders

wow, I can't believe that it doesn't come with an alarm in the states! I don't think ANY BMW come without an alarm in the UK, not even the cheapest 1 series.

True, but look what you pay vs. us for a comparably equipped car!

doba_s · 05-14-2009, 01:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Cloud

ever since my alarm install my bluetooth has been crappy. I was wondering if its possible that the installer messed up the microphone in the installation process. Is it possible for the microphone to be messed up while installing the alarm?

no

doba_s · 05-14-2009, 01:37 AM

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Originally Posted by kelmk

Does anyone who the part number for a convertible M3?

it is the same system as on any other e9x ... I have installed a few systems on e93 cars and it works the same ... pm me if you need help

rbk1115 · 05-15-2009, 06:40 PM

Thanks for the writeup! Install was really easy! Time to go and get it coded...

M3_LIN · 05-15-2009, 11:05 PM

hrm the Tischer BMW special ended. What price are the other guys getting for the module? They have 255.15 right now on Tischer not including shipping

Thanks Ed Lin

GregW / Oregon · 05-15-2009, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by M3_LIN

hrm the Tischer BMW special ended. What price are the other guys getting for the module? They have 255.15 right now on Tischer not including shipping

Thanks Ed Lin

One penny more at Circle BMW in NJ, but not sure if it includes shipping. http://www.circlebmw.com/parts/acc.htm

Johndoe · 05-22-2009, 10:54 PM

does the m3 comes with tools / jack to remove the wheel...i thought it only had the pump to temp fix the puncture.....

GregW / Oregon · 05-22-2009, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Johndoe

does the m3 comes with tools / jack to remove the wheel...i thought it only had the pump to temp fix the puncture.....

Correct, no lug wrench or jack. You need to add those, especially if you carry a space saver spare on trips.

doba_s · 05-22-2009, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by M3_LIN

hrm the Tischer BMW special ended. What price are the other guys getting for the module? They have 255.15 right now on Tischer not including shipping

Thanks Ed Lin

not sure what is your production date but it is still 235 from Tischer for up to 03/09

http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...catalogid=4462

Georgeair · 06-24-2009, 08:57 AM

I had several erractic activations of the alarm before coding, so I personally wouldn't install this any further in advance of coding than necessary. A few were when sitting quietly in my garage, another in a parking lot. In the latter it is possible I hit the trunk/panic button but I don't think so. In the other instances, nobody was anywhere near the keys or car.

After coding, all seems good!

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Georgeair Captain 10 Rep 758 Posts Drives: '08 Melbourne E92 M3 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: McKinney, TX iTrader: (2)	Ordered it from Tischner, and will happily pay $100 for programming if needed. They've got it on their specials for $235 shipped right now.
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Georgeair Captain 10 Rep 758 Posts Drives: '08 Melbourne E92 M3 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: McKinney, TX iTrader: (2)	I had several erractic activations of the alarm before coding, so I personally wouldn't install this any further in advance of coding than necessary. A few were when sitting quietly in my garage, another in a parking lot. In the latter it is possible I hit the trunk/panic button but I don't think so. In the other instances, nobody was anywhere near the keys or car. After coding, all seems good!
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