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05-22-2006, 02:09 AM
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Originally Posted by brommy' post='286008' date='May 22 2006, 10:56 AM
told that the power socket is still useable. I can't understand why they would bother installing the power socket and then not wirie it up. 
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05-22-2006, 02:11 AM
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Originally Posted by Tommy' post='286010' date='May 22 2006, 10:57 AM
lyou'll find that the non-smoking package can easily be retrofitted since it ony consists of a set of plastic covers instead of the cig lighters. Your dealer should be able to provide them at no additional cost.
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05-22-2006, 02:15 AM
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Originally Posted by aybeesea' post='286016' date='May 22 2006, 11:09 AM
As I said - my dealer said there was no wiring AND no socket(s) so the last part of your question (if I'm right, that is) wouldn't apply...
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I have seen both pictures and descriptions of the plastic blanking plugs used in place of the lighters. I guess if the sockets are still there then they will have power.
05-22-2006, 02:25 AM
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Originally Posted by brommy' post='286021' date='May 22 2006, 11:15 AM
Fair enough... in that case your dealer was definitely wrong. I have seen both pictures and descriptions of the plastic blanking plugs used in place of the lighters. I guess if the sockets are still there then they will have power.
I have seen both pictures and descriptions of the plastic blanking plugs used in place of the lighters. I guess if the sockets are still there then they will have power.This is without the smoker's pack removed.
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05-22-2006, 02:36 AM
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Originally Posted by aybeesea' post='286023' date='May 22 2006, 11:25 AM
The rear centre console in my Week 13 535d has, as well as a central AUX IN, two power sockets with dummy plastic lighters rather than blanking plates.
This is without the smoker's pack removed.
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This is without the smoker's pack removed.
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The pictures and descriptions I have seen and heard refer to the front console and lighter.
05-22-2006, 02:49 AM
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Originally Posted by brommy' post='286027' date='May 22 2006, 11:36 AM
Yes a new standard fit since March this year.
The pictures and descriptions I have seen and heard refer to the front console and lighter.
The pictures and descriptions I have seen and heard refer to the front console and lighter.
I'm intrigued as to what the ashtrays are replaced by!
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05-22-2006, 04:36 AM
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My Ride: 2006 BMW 520d SE - Jet Black - Advanced Air Con - Sports Suspension - Sports Steering Wheel - Extended Light Pack
Thanks for the response guys, windscreen was a bummer, but one of those things!
Planning a thorough wash/wax as soon as the weather permits and then I'll post up some photos (amazing to think this is in the worst drought for 20 years!)
http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/5day.shtml
I've sent the dealer an e-mail regarding the de-badge and smoker pack, will let you all know how I get on.
On a plus note, I'm going to Manchester on business tomorrow, so a 380 mile round trip to look forward to
Planning a thorough wash/wax as soon as the weather permits and then I'll post up some photos (amazing to think this is in the worst drought for 20 years!)
http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/5day.shtml
I've sent the dealer an e-mail regarding the de-badge and smoker pack, will let you all know how I get on.
On a plus note, I'm going to Manchester on business tomorrow, so a 380 mile round trip to look forward to
05-22-2006, 04:44 AM
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Originally Posted by Nohedes' post='286053' date='May 22 2006, 01:36 PM
I've sent the dealer an e-mail regarding the de-badge and smoker pack
My personal view is that a debadged card looks like an incomplete insurance job.
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05-22-2006, 04:52 AM
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Originally Posted by Nohedes' post='285989' date='May 22 2006, 09:29 AM
- A lorry flicked up a stone and smashed the windscreen already 
- Dealer forgot to order de-badge and fit non-smoker package (does anyone know if this can be done by the dealer or factory only?)
- Dealer forgot to order de-badge and fit non-smoker package (does anyone know if this can be done by the dealer or factory only?)
Re the de-badging, the dealer took mine off. Basically it's a sort of hair dryer to heat the glue holding the numbers to the lid. They've done it twice for me and there hasn't been any issues. I wanted to keep the numbers but they said they all bend when taking them off.
05-22-2006, 04:55 AM
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Originally Posted by IrishEyes' post='286057' date='May 22 2006, 01:52 PM
If the windscreen needs replacing (thru insurance) get them to order a screen with the the green band tint at the top. Why not?.
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