08 135i alarm question

[vivithemage]

I just picked up my 135i, it has the comfort package, but one thing I noticed ... the alarm dome light doesn't go off, or blink at all.

I also tried to break into my car, without the key near me and no alarm went off (I left the windows rolled down so I could pop the door open from the inside)...I thought it had a sensor inside or something that should go off?

I also put the windows up, and tried to open the doors a bunch, still no alarm (but hey, at least it didn't let me in either). I held down the trunk button for 5-6 seconds, no alarm, I am confused! Is it somehow disabled?

[REVN128]

I have an '09 128 with the comfort package and it didn't have an alarm. I had to have the alarm installed separately. The early model cars are pre-wired for the alarm so the clown nose on the mirror is there regardless of whether or not an alarm came with the car.

[vivithemage]

ahhhhhhh, how hard is it to throw one in now? What part(s) do I need?

[vivithemage]

has anyone tried to install one after the fact? How do I check if the hookup is there?

[jkoral]

Originally Posted by vivithemage

has anyone tried to install one after the fact? How do I check if the hookup is there?

http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=210633

[vivithemage]

thanks!

[rps]

In order for the retro fit to be possible the build date must be prior to 3/09. I had the dealer do mine and it has worked perfectly. I believe they charged ~200.00 for the install including coding.

[vivithemage]

It is, but talking to other people ... it's not really 'worth it' to even have it.