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longhorn10 · 10-09-2023, 03:09 PM

Hi,

I have a 2011 BMW E92 M3. My local BMW dealer replaced the battery and alternator in my car. After getting home I noticed that the iDrive controller (iDrive wheel and buttons) are no longer working. The radio still works, but only by pressing the buttons on the dash.

What could this be? Is it as simple as a fuse? Is it a module? I have to wait a week before my service advisor could get me into the dealership to investigate. I am preparing myself for the dealer to not want to take any responsibility.

I'm worried that they'll try to stick me with a huge bill to replace something that was likely the fault of a service tech rushing to replace the batter and causing a broader electrical issue.

Any suggestions or guidance?!

10-09-2023, 03:09 PM	#1
longhorn10 New Member 1 Rep 14 Posts Drives: E92 M3 6spd Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Austin, TX iTrader: (0)	iDrive controll/buttons not working after battery & alternator replacement Hi, I have a 2011 BMW E92 M3. My local BMW dealer replaced the battery and alternator in my car. After getting home I noticed that the iDrive controller (iDrive wheel and buttons) are no longer working. The radio still works, but only by pressing the buttons on the dash. What could this be? Is it as simple as a fuse? Is it a module? I have to wait a week before my service advisor could get me into the dealership to investigate. I am preparing myself for the dealer to not want to take any responsibility. I'm worried that they'll try to stick me with a huge bill to replace something that was likely the fault of a service tech rushing to replace the batter and causing a broader electrical issue. Any suggestions or guidance?!
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