The LCI/LED retrofit is not for the weak minded, however, I was able to find a better/quicker way around a few things. One quicker way to the passenger side access... Once I had all the filters and airbox removed, I started looking for ways around removing the DME box, then I discovered another route for wiring through the grommet (just like the drivers side).... forget removing anything under the hood on the passenger side, all you need to do can be accomplished inside the fender well. There is a thick rubberized access panel underneath the fender liner that is held in place by 4-8mm bolts. Remove this panel and you will be able to see the factory wiring harness grommet underneath the DME Box.... The grommet is still a pain in the ass just like the driver's side, but at least you don't have to deal with removing everything under the hood!
I was also able to maneuver the LED headlight into place without removing LED computer module, however it was extremely tight; it may have made it a little easier having the module out of the way.
I left one stinkin' bolt out and now I remember where it goes: behind the fender well that has already been riveted back together.....arrrrrrghh!!!!!
BMW tech revealed that there is a new revision to the LED retrofit kit that does not require switching my FRM Module. As it turns out, the new wiring harness (5 wire headlight leads) I received also applies to the revision... We just need to pin out the additional wires and follow the wiring instructions (
without optionSA524).
This arrived:
(white specks you see are just pieces of Styrofoam from packaging)
02-16-2016, 12:16 PM
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