Quick QT - Should my center console lid be spring loaded?

BTM · 08-09-2010, 08:27 AM

...on an 07 E90 335i if that makes any difference. Every loaner I've had has it spring loaded (ie if you "unclick" it, it will spring upwards) but they were all LCI. The one on my car isn't but it's pre-LCI. Just compiling a small list of things to get check before my original warranty expires at the end of the year.

Thanks, Brian

Nr!qUe · 08-09-2010, 08:58 AM

you can tell them about seeing it on a loaner. maybe they'll give you a spring loaded one. If you ask them about it.

I have an 09 E90 and mine is spring loaded, my sister has an 07 e90 and hers isnt. So you'd be right that the PreLCI's dont have a spring loaded center console compartment. HOWEVER. I dont know if 08s have it or not. because remember in 08 they changed the gong sound, and added LED liscence plate lights. I'm not sure what else they changed

DJKhan85 · 08-09-2010, 09:15 AM

I have an 08 and mine is spring loaded. My buddies 07 is not. Looks like it was a minor tweak from his 5/2007 build to my 2/2008 build.

BTM · 08-09-2010, 09:17 AM

Hmm ok it seems like it would be an odd part to break - I guess all is well, but I'll probably just ask about getting it anyway. My build date is pretty early, 11/06

gary88 · 08-09-2010, 10:00 AM

I think only the 06-07 models were not spring loaded. I've had the spring loaded consoles in loaners too and honestly I prefer not having it.

BTM · 08-09-2010, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by gary88

I think only the 06-07 models were not spring loaded. I've had the spring loaded consoles in loaners too and honestly I prefer not having it.

I go back and forth actually, I like not having it sometimes because I can stick my phone charger into the center bin and not have it fly open but it is a pain sometimes not having it spring loaded. Best of both worlds for me would probably be to have spring loaded and just notch my lid gasket with my dremel so it could click closed

lucas.kent · 08-09-2010, 10:08 AM

The spring loaded center console lid started with the 08 year.

Michael Schott · 08-09-2010, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by lkw15

The spring loaded center console lid started with the 08 year.

My 08 console lid is not spring loaded. I'm not sure of the build date but I bought it in early December of 2008.

BTM · 08-09-2010, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Michael Schott

My 08 console lid is not spring loaded. I'm not sure of the build date but I bought it in early December of 2008.

Check your drivers door jam - should give you the month/year

cormeister616 · 05-19-2011, 08:46 AM

Any way to purchase the spring to allow the console lid to pop open for the 2007's that don't have this feature? I had a 2011 328 loaner the other day, took off the rear vents to check for the spring and it was def there and not on my 2007 335i. I just figured when i dropped off the loaner to get my car, I'd order the spring from the parts department for a few bucks, they can't order it, doesn't show up as a part. Any ideas? Other than stealing one from a loaner....

cormeister616 · 05-19-2011, 11:09 AM

It hooks around the 2 arms on the console lid, and attaches to the notch around where it is pointing at "#3". Any ideas? Or anyone not like the fact their's is spring loaded and wants to remove it?

username604 · 05-19-2011, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Michael Schott

My 08 console lid is not spring loaded. I'm not sure of the build date but I bought it in early December of 2008.

same here, my 08 isn't either. looks like the LCI wasn't all about saving bmw's money

Kruz · 05-19-2011, 03:55 PM

No spring here 07/07 production. Im more interested in this "pre-warranty expiration list" you are compiling. Please share.

JayKay335i · 05-19-2011, 03:57 PM

07s not

reaper335 · 05-19-2011, 04:04 PM

I have gray interior and the part# is 51 16 9 133 805 but looks like a different part# depending on the color interior

looks like you have to replace the whole lid

BMWrules7 · 05-19-2011, 06:51 PM

Okay, does anyone else see a problem with disassembling someone else's property? Especially, when the enitity is kind enough to loan you a brand new vehicle for free?

Lol! More evidence why you should never consider buying a loaner!

How would you feel if you loaned your bimmer to a buddy and he had the nerve to remove the rear vents without your authorization?

Too funny!

[QUOTE=cormeister616;9636640]I had a 2011 328 loaner the other day, took off the rear vents to check for the spring and it was def there and not on my 2007 335i.

John 070 · 05-19-2011, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by BMWrules7

Okay, does anyone else see a problem with disassembling someone else's property? Especially, when the enitity is kind enough to loan you a brand new vehicle for free?

No problem at all. If you return the car at the very last minute, they won't bother to inspect it until the following evening, and they'll think the next customer dismantled the car and took the parts, and simply bill their credit card. There's a course in ethical hacking, so I think there can also be such a thing as ethical stealing from the loaner car. And we wonder why the Susan Komen Ultimate Drive no longer exists...

cormeister616 · 05-20-2011, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by BMWrules7

Okay, does anyone else see a problem with disassembling someone else's property? Especially, when the enitity is kind enough to loan you a brand new vehicle for free?

Lol! More evidence why you should never consider buying a loaner!

How would you feel if you loaned your bimmer to a buddy and he had the nerve to remove the rear vents without your authorization?

Too funny!

The panel literally pops right off... lol I see what you mean tho, but it's not like I took anything, just inspected it.

I guess that's similar to the 20 mile inspection the dealer just did with my car after they recalled the fuel pump. Really didn't think that was necessary, they obv didn't realize I track the milage.. Oh well

Back to the spring tho, looked like it was easily removable, surprising you can't order it separate. No big deal I guess

AWDBooSTIn90 · 12-02-2014, 10:38 PM

Found this thread after trying to find this for my '07 without the spring. Well here it is from ECS. Its cheap too. Costs more to ship it lol.

Spring:
P/N:51169268737
http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E92-335...ole/ES2515333/

Cover for spring(incase it breaks lol)(black):
P/N:51166963903
http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E92-335...nsole/ES82453/

08-09-2010, 08:27 AM	#1
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08-09-2010, 08:58 AM	#2
Nr!qUe Captain 70 Rep 975 Posts Drives: 2009 E90 LCI 328i 6MT Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami, FL iTrader: (3)	you can tell them about seeing it on a loaner. maybe they'll give you a spring loaded one. If you ask them about it. I have an 09 E90 and mine is spring loaded, my sister has an 07 e90 and hers isnt. So you'd be right that the PreLCI's dont have a spring loaded center console compartment. HOWEVER. I dont know if 08s have it or not. because remember in 08 they changed the gong sound, and added LED liscence plate lights. I'm not sure what else they changed __________________ 2009 BMW E90 328i \| Xenons \| MT \| Space Gray \| Beige-ette \| CF Fabric Trim \| iPod/USB \| 20% Tints \| Euro-Plate \| Rear Fog Switch Lego Mod \| Painted Reflectors \| Performance Short-shift Kit \| Style 197 Wheels \| OEM Sport Suspension \|
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DJKhan85 Major 24 Rep 1,190 Posts Drives: 2011 4dr 6mt Golf GTI Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Boston Massachusetts iTrader: (1)	I have an 08 and mine is spring loaded. My buddies 07 is not. Looks like it was a minor tweak from his 5/2007 build to my 2/2008 build. __________________ 2011 VW GTI 4dr-6mt-Sunroof-Nav-Xenons OLD: 08 335i AW/CR/Poplar 6mt-ZSP-ZPP-ZCW-iPod-iDrive-PDC-Style 230s w/FK 452-Dinan LSD
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BTM Banned 485 Rep 10,309 Posts Drives: A///MERICAN!!! Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: A///MERICA!!! iTrader: (11) Garage List 2007 BMW Z4 M Coupe [7.20]	Hmm ok it seems like it would be an odd part to break - I guess all is well, but I'll probably just ask about getting it anyway. My build date is pretty early, 11/06
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gary88 Ikea enthusiast 334 Rep 8,140 Posts Drives: '07 E92 335i Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (3) Garage List 2007 E92 335i [7.96]	I think only the 06-07 models were not spring loaded. I've had the spring loaded consoles in loaners too and honestly I prefer not having it. __________________ garyhebdingjr.com \| flickr \| Instagram
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05-19-2011, 08:46 AM	#10
cormeister616 Private First Class 19 Rep 117 Posts Drives: 2007 335i E90 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Charleston, SC iTrader: (7)	Any way to purchase the spring to allow the console lid to pop open for the 2007's that don't have this feature? I had a 2011 328 loaner the other day, took off the rear vents to check for the spring and it was def there and not on my 2007 335i. I just figured when i dropped off the loaner to get my car, I'd order the spring from the parts department for a few bucks, they can't order it, doesn't show up as a part. Any ideas? Other than stealing one from a loaner....
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05-19-2011, 11:09 AM	#11
cormeister616 Private First Class 19 Rep 117 Posts Drives: 2007 335i E90 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Charleston, SC iTrader: (7)	It hooks around the 2 arms on the console lid, and attaches to the notch around where it is pointing at "#3". Any ideas? Or anyone not like the fact their's is spring loaded and wants to remove it? Attached Images
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Kruz Major 22 Rep 1,083 Posts Drives: 2021 M2C 6MT Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Chicagoland iTrader: (4) Garage List My garage spot [0.00] 07/07 BMW 335xi [8.50] 2001 Honda CBR600F4i [0.00] 2007 Husqvarna SM610 [0.00] 2004 Chevy Tahoe Z71 [0.00] 2005 Harley Davidso ... [0.00] 2007.9 335xi [6.50]	No spring here 07/07 production. Im more interested in this "pre-warranty expiration list" you are compiling. Please share. __________________ 2021 BMW M2 Competition, BSM, Exec Pkg, 6MT GONE:07/07 E90 335xi SG Black Dakota\|Alum\|ZSP\|2AB\|ZPP\|ZCW\|Nav\|CA\|6FL\|PDC\| Blacklines\|3M Summers: 235/40/18 265/35/18 Hankook Ventus V12 on VMR 701s A/S: 225/40/18 255/35/18 Pirelli PZero Nero M+S on OEM 162s
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reaper335 Captain 32 Rep 993 Posts Drives: E90 Join Date: May 2011 Location: north nj iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 BMW 335i [8.00]	I have gray interior and the part# is 51 16 9 133 805 but looks like a different part# depending on the color interior looks like you have to replace the whole lid __________________ your friendly neighborhood BMW parts guy Last edited by reaper335; 05-19-2011 at 04:10 PM..
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BMWrules7 Lieutenant Colonel 351 Rep 1,684 Posts Drives: 2015, 740 LdX, Alpine White Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Boston Area iTrader: (0)	Okay, does anyone else see a problem with disassembling someone else's property? Especially, when the enitity is kind enough to loan you a brand new vehicle for free? Lol! More evidence why you should never consider buying a loaner! How would you feel if you loaned your bimmer to a buddy and he had the nerve to remove the rear vents without your authorization? Too funny! [QUOTE=cormeister616;9636640]I had a 2011 328 loaner the other day, took off the rear vents to check for the spring and it was def there and not on my 2007 335i.
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12-02-2014, 10:38 PM	#19
AWDBooSTIn90 Nomore 149 Rep 793 Posts Drives: 335i Coupe 6MT N54 Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Long Island iTrader: (1)	Found this thread after trying to find this for my '07 without the spring. Well here it is from ECS. Its cheap too. Costs more to ship it lol. Spring: P/N:51169268737 http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E92-335...ole/ES2515333/ Cover for spring(incase it breaks lol)(black): P/N:51166963903 http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E92-335...nsole/ES82453/
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