Dead Pixels

[t3ddftw]

Seriously struggling with removing the Navigation unit from the interior. I have the keys and know how they work, but cannot find the slots under the knobs. Any tips? I don't have the screen in the "up" position, but I noticed some people on youtube leave it down. Is it easier with the nav in the "up" position? I just hate to plug my battery back in because I have the steering wheel airbag removed and the seats removed.

Mr. Wolfe

You want to have the screen in the "ejected" position for sure.

Here's some pictures of the mechanism you're trying to actuate:

Resting position:

Clip pushed "in" which allows the unit to pop out

Side view:


So basically you want the keys flat, and then you want to push them inwards.

-Ted

[Mr. Wolfe]

You want to have the screen in the "ejected" position for sure.

Here's some pictures of the mechanism you're trying to actuate:

Resting position:

Clip pushed "in" which allows the unit to pop out

Side view:


So basically you want the keys flat, and then you want to push them inwards.

-Ted

It will trigger the airbag light, but I think the airbag light may be on anyways from before. It won't hurt anything else, right? I need to get the airbag recall done anyways so I am assuming they can turn the light off.

Mr. Wolfe

[t3ddftw]

It will trigger the airbag light, but I think the airbag light may be on anyways from before. It won't hurt anything else, right? I need to get the airbag recall done anyways so I am assuming they can turn the light off.

Mr. Wolfe

If you're worried about it, just disconnect the MRS module, lol. It's mounted on the trans tunnel, right after the dashboard ends (so near the emergency brake lever). Another option would be to pull the fuses for it. But no, there's no harm in connecting the battery without the seats other than those "hard" codes that will be set. Grab PASoft/BMW Scanner from eBay and you can clear those yourself extremely easily.

-Ted

[Mr. Wolfe]

If you're worried about it, just disconnect the MRS module, lol. It's mounted on the trans tunnel, right after the dashboard ends (so near the emergency brake lever). Another option would be to pull the fuses for it. But no, there's no harm in connecting the battery without the seats other than those "hard" codes that will be set. Grab PASoft/BMW Scanner from eBay and you can clear those yourself extremely easily.

-Ted

Do you have a link? Can you also remove the brake sensor light? I have a big brake kit that couldn't use the factory brake sensor and therefore have a light on.

Mr. Wolfe

[Mr. Wolfe]

Removed the navigation and totally disassembled it. Just waiting for my new screen to come in.

Mr. Wolfe

[t3ddftw]

Do you have a link? Can you also remove the brake sensor light? I have a big brake kit that couldn't use the factory brake sensor and therefore have a light on.

Mr. Wolfe

I don't know if you can code out the brake wear sensors, but if you can that'd be under the MK60.

Here's the unit you want: https://www.ebay.com/itm/225025239025

-Ted

[killa_e46]

I've done a few of these screen rebuilds. not too difficult provide you don't rush it and it is really satisfying when complete. You also realize just how duled out the old screen was over the years and how vibrant the new one is.

[Mr. Wolfe]

I've done a few of these screen rebuilds. not too difficult provide you don't rush it and it is really satisfying when complete. You also realize just how duled out the old screen was over the years and how vibrant the new one is.

Yeah, the disassembly was kind of fun, but I am detail-oriented. Looking forward to putting it back together.

Mr. Wolfe

[Maxima SE]

I got a new screen the other day too. Should be coming in this week. Going to attempt this myself.

[T.J.]

Do the new screens come with an anti glare coating?

[Mr. Wolfe]

I just received an email that my screen will be an early delivery of TODAY. I report back with my findings.

Mr. Wolfe

[Mr. Wolfe]

Never mind

Mr. Wolfe

[Mr. Wolfe]

Completed and installed. Looks great!

Mr. Wolfe

[Maxima SE]

That was fast lol

[T.J.]

Completed and installed. Looks great!

Mr. Wolfe

How was the viewing angle out of the box? Screen have anti glare?