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Retrofit cruise control 2007 2.5i SE

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Post by groovy_hippy » Wed May 24, 2017 6:46 pm

Hi all, just checking I'm thinking right...

I've bought a cruise control stalk, so I'm thinking the other bit I need is the loom from the stealer.

Reading the retrofit instructions, I need a blue repair cable and various plugs and sockets.

Are these extra bits necessary? If so, where do I get them from?

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Post by Ducklakeview » Wed May 24, 2017 7:04 pm

Jess, I don't think the loom is particularly expensive from BMW themselves, seem to recall figures of £17 being bandied about?

Not a big job either by all accounts...

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Post by srhutch » Wed May 24, 2017 8:10 pm

Loom is around £25 now.
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Post by NickDE » Wed May 24, 2017 10:02 pm

I found the instructions and photos in this thread invaluable:
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Post by step_change » Wed May 24, 2017 10:09 pm

I want to do this on my 2.5 2007 too. The lack of CC spoils an otherwise superb car on long runs.
Does the fact my car is an auto make any difference?
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Post by groovy_hippy » Thu May 25, 2017 6:52 am

I know I need the loom too - been quoted 25 quid from the stealers.

My question is though, when I read the retrofit instructions it says I need some extra plugs and sockets to crimp onto the existing wiring in the car, as well as a 'repair cable'.
Do I need these extra bits or can I get by without?
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Post by Tcochrane92 » Thu May 25, 2017 12:22 pm

The bmw loom has everything you need in it, including all connectors, zip ties etc

Also works with auto gearboxes, even changes gear for you if you go up a hill for example :thumbsup:
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Post by groovy_hippy » Thu May 25, 2017 5:12 pm

Ah, perfect. I was wondering if they only included the connectors etc in the retrofit kit you see :-)

I best crack on and order one then!! :D
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Post by Scooba_Steve » Thu May 25, 2017 5:22 pm

As above, the kit comes with everything you need. The hard part is getting the right pin and connector as the instructions get it wrong (for the N52 anyway).
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Post by groovy_hippy » Thu May 25, 2017 5:46 pm

Nothing like a challenge hey? :thumbsup:
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Post by Scooba_Steve » Thu May 25, 2017 6:39 pm

Oh, there are plenty feeding that wire into the engine bay! Not difficult, just fiddly.
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Post by DaiC » Mon May 29, 2017 4:34 am

Any idea where the link is to wiring loom kit ?

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