SMG to Manual, Multi-feature to Competition Steering Wheel Build

[AWE46M3]

Hello All,

I want to replace my steering wheel after an SMG to Manual swap. I love how clean and minimalistic the OEM Competition steering wheel is. It's been backordered online for quite some time, and I'm considering building my own.

Here is the parts diagram for reference:


Current Build List:

New manual conversion steering wheel from Coby wheels

OEM BMW part 32347833936 for the upper trim piece with Competition button

OEM BMW part 32347833354 for the lower trim piece



Questions for anyone that has done this conversion:


Will I throw any error codes for not having the additional wires in the steering wheel plugged in?

Do I need to order a new connector/plug for the Comp button upper trim piece, or can I reuse my Multi-feature steering wheel plug? The Connecting Line, Airbag / Slip Ring (part #4 in diagram above) may be the same part for both steering wheel types based on my research.


Thank you!

[DoubleSidedTape]

You can use the same connector (this works the other way around as well, going from ZCP to multifunction). You won’t have errors, but if you want cruise control you’ll need to add a stalk. I don’t know how to wire up the M button for a non-ZCP car.

[AWE46M3]

You can use the same connector (this works the other way around as well, going from ZCP to multifunction). You won’t have errors, but if you want cruise control you’ll need to add a stalk. I don’t know how to wire up the M button for a non-ZCP car.

Thanks for your feedback. I’m glad to hear that! Most of my driving is around town - I think I can do without the cruise control. Glad it’s the same connector - that makes swapping in the Muli controls down the road really easy. Appreciate you 🤝


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