steering wheel trim question

ryanSTL · 05-13-2016, 09:13 PM

been searching, but can't definitively solve my question.

I have the non-sport base steering wheel with the center chrome accents. The center trim piece is peeling and I want to replace it. Does anyone know if the M-sport trim piece without the chrome will fit?

here is the peeling wheel trim that I have. the pic further down is the trim I'd prefer. it looks like a fit, but then again the chrome curved area is a slightly different curve. thanks for any expertise / advice

ryanSTL · 05-14-2016, 09:23 AM

i think i confirmed yes, via this video. I'm going to buy a Msport replacement and find out!

https://youtu.be/Zh4r3mhGuGo

bobbydupps · 05-14-2016, 10:52 PM

That wont work, not interchangeable

6MT_Addict · 05-15-2016, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by ryanSTL

been searching, but can't definitively solve my question.

I have the non-sport base steering wheel with the center chrome accents. The center trim piece is peeling and I want to replace it. Does anyone know if the M-sport trim piece without the chrome will fit?

here is the peeling wheel trim that I have. the pic further down is the trim I'd prefer. it looks like a fit, but then again the chrome curved area is a slightly different curve. thanks for any expertise / advice

Should fit fine. The M sport, and M3/1M use the same attachment points. I can't see why the non sport one would be any different since it was fitted to sport steering wheels, and depending on the vehicle trim it dictated the trim used in many cases, especially on the 3 series which uses the exact same steering wheel.

For confirmation visit realOEM and look at the different options for the steering wheel trim.

Downeaster1 · 05-17-2016, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by bobbydupps

That wont work, not interchangeable

Wrong.
I've swapped them on my old 128i. The chrome, M-Sport, M3, and alacantara ones are all interchangeable.

swagon · 05-17-2016, 02:14 PM

You can even fit the X1 LCI chrome trim if you want.

dojk · 05-18-2016, 12:01 AM

And how do I remove that airbag?

6MT_Addict · 05-18-2016, 12:42 AM

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Originally Posted by dojk

And how do I remove that airbag?

Check the DIY section or YouTube. Tons of info. Depress two tabs with a T12 screwdriver and it pops out. Disconnect your battery first and let it sit for 5 minutes to drain the power from the capacitors in the SRS system. Reconnect it after its all back together

GoodMoodley · 05-18-2016, 11:57 AM

Just to confirm. I recently replaced my Non M wheel with an M wheel. I had the same wheel and trim as you do. I was able to put the Non M trim on the M wheel with no issue so vice versa should be just fine.

bobbydupps · 05-19-2016, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Downeaster1

Wrong.
I've swapped them on my old 128i. The chrome, M-Sport, M3, and alacantara ones are all interchangeable.

Wow, always thought they werent. R w carbonhas two different trims..one for the non sport and one for m, im not sure why

Downeaster1 · 05-23-2016, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by bobbydupps

Wow, always thought they werent. R w carbonhas two different trims..one for the non sport and one for m, im not sure why

Some people like the little indent before the M logo, some people don't.

p4ddY · 05-25-2016, 04:27 PM

They're interchangeable, but they don't fit 100% but like 99%. You can feel a little gap from behind if you have the "wrong" trim mounted.

Loho · 05-26-2016, 12:20 AM

Not sure if you've already swapped anything out, but I recently removed my steering wheel trim and vinyl wrapped it, and it looks incredible, despite being a cheap fix. Also, you definitely do not need to remove the airbag. Just take the screws off the back of the wheel and wiggle the trim piece off, and disconnect the wiring.

highbrowed · 06-15-2016, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Loho

Not sure if you've already swapped anything out, but I recently removed my steering wheel trim and vinyl wrapped it, and it looks incredible, despite being a cheap fix. Also, you definitely do not need to remove the airbag. Just take the screws off the back of the wheel and wiggle the trim piece off, and disconnect the wiring.

I did the same and I actually prefer it this way because I know 100% that it won't peel again..

nacaruh · 06-16-2016, 02:43 AM

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Originally Posted by ryanSTL

been searching, but can't definitively solve my question.

I have the non-sport base steering wheel with the center chrome accents. The center trim piece is peeling and I want to replace it. Does anyone know if the M-sport trim piece without the chrome will fit?

here is the peeling wheel trim that I have. the pic further down is the trim I'd prefer. it looks like a fit, but then again the chrome curved area is a slightly different curve. thanks for any expertise / advice

I'm selling a BMWP Steering Wheel with an Alcantara trim panel

Make me an offer!

http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1272562

WP1 · 06-17-2016, 12:53 PM

That steering wheel look like mine

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GoodMoodley First Lieutenant 225 Rep 376 Posts Drives: 12' 135i Pure Stg 2, 15' 228i Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	Just to confirm. I recently replaced my Non M wheel with an M wheel. I had the same wheel and trim as you do. I was able to put the Non M trim on the M wheel with no issue so vice versa should be just fine. Attached Images __________________ Past: 1979 RX-7, 1980 Civic, 1989 B2200 lowrider, 1990 Golf GT, 1995 Civic Si Turbo, 2000 Civic SiR, 2000 328i, 2003 540i M-Sport, 2008 Rabbit, 2014 Pilot, 2002 A4 1.8T, 2009 A4 2.0T Quattro, 2017 CR-V Touring 2020 CR-V Touring Current: 2012 135i, 2015 228i x-Drive, 2023 CR-V Touring Hybrid
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Loho Enlisted Member 8 Rep 31 Posts Drives: A Hyundai...for now Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Dallas, TX iTrader: (0)	Not sure if you've already swapped anything out, but I recently removed my steering wheel trim and vinyl wrapped it, and it looks incredible, despite being a cheap fix. Also, you definitely do not need to remove the airbag. Just take the screws off the back of the wheel and wiggle the trim piece off, and disconnect the wiring.
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