Shift Knob Question

DanFromTucson · 09-17-2011, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by KevinC

Maybe it's not connected? Pull that sucker off and see if the wire is connected. To remove it, just pull straight off - HARD. Don't smack yourself in the face!

Actually, that's not the best way to check the wiring. If you follow this approach and the wires are connected, you'll just rip them out.

To check the wiring, pop up the trim ring around the shift boot without removing the shifter. You can trace the wiring once the boot is lifted up.

jdl1pt · 09-17-2011, 12:33 PM

If they won't replace it, and you want the OEM, let me know. I'd happily sell you mine.

Rick Hunter · 09-17-2011, 12:45 PM

I'm pretty sure the previous owner of the OPs car had swapped out knobs. The price of them new would be enough to make it worth swapping and reselling.

Good luck trying to get the dealership to warranty it. If they give you any run around then show them the pics on my DIY thread: http://www.zpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=77000

Those are pics of the OEM knob with the wiring etc.

c615586 · 09-17-2011, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by IWantAnE92

^ +1

I much prefer the zhp knob to the lighted one i replaced it with. Come on, if you drive an M (or any BMW for that matter), do you really need to see the gear positioning on the top of the knob?!

I've been driving manuals for almost 20 years, so I definitely don't need the shift knob to be backlit. I was just trying to figure out if mine is defective or if it was some sort of running factory change (or mistake.)

The Service Advisor I talked to today wasn't too informed so I seriously doubt that I'll be getting a free replacement.

I'm thinking this is a good excuse to get the ZHP knob.

jdl1pt · 09-17-2011, 01:42 PM

ZHP is the way to go!

ZStig · 09-17-2011, 04:30 PM

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Originally Posted by gatorfast

Id take the opportunity to replace it with the zhp knob. To me the stock knob felt a little big and rubbery.

its true, the stock one has too much twist play

Finnegan · 09-17-2011, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by c615586

I've been driving manuals for almost 20 years, so I definitely don't need the shift knob to be backlit. I was just trying to figure out if mine is defective or if it was some sort of running factory change (or mistake.)

The Service Advisor I talked to today wasn't too informed so I seriously doubt that I'll be getting a free replacement.

I'm thinking this is a good excuse to get the ZHP knob.

Exactly!

c615586 · 09-17-2011, 06:58 PM

Update--no electrical connections at the knob. No indication that the dealership would replace the knob or fix the issue.

Looks like I'll be ordering a ZHP knob... who has the best price?

Caddyshk · 09-17-2011, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by c615586

Update--no electrical connections at the knob. No indication that the dealership would replace the knob or fix the issue.

Looks like I'll be ordering a ZHP knob... who has the best price?

If you want the one that lights I have one... Not sure what they're worth...

Rick Hunter · 09-18-2011, 07:10 PM

OEM ZHP knob:

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

gcochard · 09-18-2011, 07:12 PM

leatherz has the lighted zhp knob, 175 i believe.

Jbs · 09-18-2011, 08:32 PM

just use this as an excuse to get a zhp knob.. by far the best mod per dollar!!!

Kgolf31 · 09-18-2011, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Jbs

just use this as an excuse to get a zhp knob.. by far the best mod per dollar!!!

I don't know if this is true...but is the shift boot connected to the shift knob?

I've heard conflicting points to this. I want to get a ZHP knob but want to leave the boot

IWantAnE92 · 09-18-2011, 09:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Kgolf31

I don't know if this is true...but is the shift boot connected to the shift knob?

I've heard conflicting points to this. I want to get a ZHP knob but want to leave the boot

Definitely not attached. I replaced my lighted one with a zhp knob and am using the original boot.

antennahead · 09-18-2011, 10:11 PM

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Originally Posted by IWantAnE92

Definitely not attached. I replaced my lighted one with a zhp knob and am using the original boot.

+1

3002 tii · 09-18-2011, 11:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Roffle Waffle

its true, the stock one has too much twist play

Yes!!!! which is why I'm currently dealing with this stupid buzzing noise.

mjposner · 09-19-2011, 06:24 AM

I am more concerned about the lack of service on your car. The norm is an oil change at 1,200. I would definitely have that done asap. Also, your other fluids are over two years old (radiator and brake) so I would see of the dealer would change out as part of your free maintenance.

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jdl1pt Lieutenant 21 Rep 494 Posts Drives: Z4M coupe 2007 IL Blue Join Date: May 2010 Location: Oakland, CA iTrader: (5)	If they won't replace it, and you want the OEM, let me know. I'd happily sell you mine. __________________ \|OEM Strut bar\|ZHP Knob lighted\|RPI Scoop\|Zeckhausen Modified CDV\|DIY Clutch Stop\|Camber shim kit\|
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09-17-2011, 12:45 PM	#25
Rick Hunter Skull Squadron Leader 307 Rep 2,031 Posts Drives: '07 M Coupé & '16 435xi GCoupé Join Date: May 2007 Location: The Emerald City iTrader: (20)	I'm pretty sure the previous owner of the OPs car had swapped out knobs. The price of them new would be enough to make it worth swapping and reselling. Good luck trying to get the dealership to warranty it. If they give you any run around then show them the pics on my DIY thread: http://www.zpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=77000 Those are pics of the OEM knob with the wiring etc. __________________
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jdl1pt Lieutenant 21 Rep 494 Posts Drives: Z4M coupe 2007 IL Blue Join Date: May 2010 Location: Oakland, CA iTrader: (5)	ZHP is the way to go! __________________ \|OEM Strut bar\|ZHP Knob lighted\|RPI Scoop\|Zeckhausen Modified CDV\|DIY Clutch Stop\|Camber shim kit\|
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09-17-2011, 06:58 PM	#30
c615586 Private 8 Rep 61 Posts Drives: '89 325is, '13 Carrera 4S Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Upper Arlington, OH iTrader: (0)	Update--no electrical connections at the knob. No indication that the dealership would replace the knob or fix the issue. Looks like I'll be ordering a ZHP knob... who has the best price?
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09-18-2011, 07:10 PM	#32
Rick Hunter Skull Squadron Leader 307 Rep 2,031 Posts Drives: '07 M Coupé & '16 435xi GCoupé Join Date: May 2007 Location: The Emerald City iTrader: (20)	OEM ZHP knob: http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...catalogid=4462 __________________
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09-18-2011, 07:12 PM	#33
gcochard Captain 24 Rep 784 Posts Drives: 2011.5 E90 M3 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: South OC iTrader: (2) Garage List 2011 BMW M3 [0.00]	leatherz has the lighted zhp knob, 175 i believe.
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09-18-2011, 08:32 PM	#34
Jbs The Photographer 76 Rep 628 Posts Drives: 07 Z4MC BSM/Black extended Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (0)	just use this as an excuse to get a zhp knob.. by far the best mod per dollar!!! __________________ John Batte Photography / Flickr / Facebook 2007 ///M Coupe BSM/Black Extended/Loaded \| RPi GT Exhaust w/custom gloss black tips \| KW V3 \| Michelin PSS 245/265 \| Pinnacle F1 Tint 35% \| ZHP Shift Knob
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09-19-2011, 06:24 AM	#39
mjposner Brigadier General 900 Rep 3,071 Posts Drives: 2020 Z4 40i Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Southwest Florida iTrader: (3)	I am more concerned about the lack of service on your car. The norm is an oil change at 1,200. I would definitely have that done asap. Also, your other fluids are over two years old (radiator and brake) so I would see of the dealer would change out as part of your free maintenance.
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