M3 steering wheel void warranty??

campbelly · 02-24-2010, 12:03 AM

If i install my M3 steering wheel myself do you think it could void my warranty?

D.yi · 02-24-2010, 12:13 AM

no... end thread

Amir87 · 02-24-2010, 12:13 AM

Yes, because the stealer will think you might have done a M3 engine swap too.

I keed, I keed. No, it wont void the warranty, plus it's a OEM part.

GAM3OVR85 · 02-24-2010, 12:15 AM

no

cb1111 · 02-24-2010, 10:19 AM

Virually nothing will "void your warranty."

However, any aftermarket (and that includes OE parts never intended for your car) parts that cause a failure may prompt a dealer to refuse warranty service for that failure.

Accordingly, if your new steering wheel (or your install thereof) causes a failure, then the dealer should refuse to fix that failure under warranty.

Kylekuu · 02-24-2010, 10:21 AM

that is unless you mess up and throw codes that are related to the steering column, (i.e. air bag light). But will still depend on the dealership if they want to instigate it more

JayKay335i · 02-24-2010, 11:13 AM

OEM = keep your warranty, usually...

Castel · 02-24-2010, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by coldasicex5

only if u go to BMW of Manhattan in New York

Yeah... I've heard so much crap about them, is it the worst BMW dealer in the US?

John 070 · 02-24-2010, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Castel

Yeah... I've heard so much crap about them, is it the worst BMW dealer in the US?

It's corporate owned, right? You'd expect it to be held to a higher standard. They sell cars to diplomats.

cb1111 · 02-24-2010, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by JayKay335i

OEM = keep your warranty, usually...

Not quite correct. Installing an non-OE (original equipment) part (but one that might come as OE on a different model) is just as likely to cause warranty woes than a straight aftermarket item.

paulcheung · 02-24-2010, 01:17 PM

isn't there any bmw sales associate on here.

jayely1 · 02-24-2010, 01:20 PM

Couldn't they void your warranty if you install it yourself?

grieverr · 02-24-2010, 01:35 PM

I would say if you install it yourself, yes, there could be a warranty issue. I have heard of people that do it through the dealer and that's obviously ok (expensive, of course).

twinturbopg · 02-24-2010, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Takashi

It really depends on the part that you are installing and how "simple" the installation.

If the installation involves something simple like changing wiper blades or installation of a regular bulb (Not HID), then the dealer will probably not void any warranty. You might get a remark from the dealership saying that "a bulb not approved by BMW was found installed in your car...etc".

With a steering wheel it might be tricky since it involves the SRS system (airbag). Being said, unless you (the OP) have lots of experience with airbags and SRS system, I would leave it to the dealership because an airbag is a safety device and shouldn't be messed around with unless you know what you are doing. The dealership can take the responsiblity if anything goes wrong during the installation whereas you will have to take care of it yourself if something goes wrong during the installation.

+1 ...you would rather be safe than sorry...especially when dealing with an airbag.

cotmfk · 02-24-2010, 03:59 PM

It could void parts of your warranty.

200Duece · 02-24-2010, 04:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by paulcheung

isn't there any bmw sales associate on here.

Maybe

Quote:

Originally Posted by jayely1

Couldn't they void your warranty if you install it yourself?

it is possible but not likely. as long as you don't screw anything else up with the install.

OP: the steering wheel, being a BMW OEM piece will actually have it's own warranty from the purchase date that will cover it. If something ever goes wrong and the wheel "you" installed and by "you", I actually mean you and not a BMW dealer, then you will resume responsibility for the parts you have installed

Luongo · 02-24-2010, 07:24 PM

I did DIY swap of my 330i base steering wheel with an M steering wheel and never had any problems or issues with my local BMW dealers (Chicagoland). I even had my steering column replaced under warranty and the dealer couldn't care less about the steering wheel.

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