Paddle Shifter Quetion ?!

tm6030 · 10-28-2013, 05:33 PM

Hey Everyone

I recently bought a 2009 335i with 38,000 kms. It has CA package, exectuive package, but unno if it has sports package.. Anyways it came with the sport steering wheel without any paddle shifts... is their anyway I can install them?

Thanks,
Teddy

isteeze · 10-28-2013, 05:45 PM

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=361439

Nothing a little research cant find (;

Briancanadiano · 10-28-2013, 05:46 PM

That sounds strange the only reason I see it not having paddles is because it's standard, is it standard?

tm6030 · 10-28-2013, 05:48 PM

Sorry I'm new to the bmw world but when I look at the paddle shift wheels it looks the same.. the only thing is missing is the paddles and its automatic...

AzureHaze · 10-29-2013, 12:25 AM

You'll have to get a new steering wheel that's paddle shifter compatible. You can retrofit it from the forum's DIY guide if you choose to keep your current steering wheel but I wouldn't risk it if you're a novice. This is the perfect time (and excuse) to upgrade to an m-sport steering wheel! Before you ask more though:

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1QuikWS6 · 10-29-2013, 04:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by teddymultani

Sorry I'm new to the bmw world but when I look at the paddle shift wheels it looks the same.. the only thing is missing is the paddles and its automatic...

> The wheels specific for paddle shift have cutouts & mounting points for the paddles on back side of wheel. There are (2) different variations: 'L' shaped cutouts for SSG (steptronic push/pull) paddles, & rectangular cutouts for DCT (pull) paddles.

> If your car does not currently have paddle shift - you can retrofit paddle shift. You will need:

The appropriate wheel for type of paddles you want (as above) wheels available include Sport (SSG), MSport (SSG), M3 (DCT), MPerformance yellow stripe (SSG), MPerformance blue stripe (DCT), & Electronic
The paddles you want (SSG or DCT)
The correct Multifunction buttons for paddle shift
A wiring harness from Burger MotorSports to make it work.
No coding needed.

> If your wheel is currently a Sport wheel as you stated - the airbag is correct & will simply transfer over, along with the front wheel trim (all though there are many choices of trim available-MSport, M3, Alcantara, aftermarket carbon fiber)

> The multifunction button modules you have do not have the pin connectors that the paddle wires plug in to. There is a way to custom wire the paddles without buying the paddle shift specific MFB, but IMO that is 'mickey mouse' better off buying the correct MFB.

My 09' did not originally have paddle shift, but did have Sport wheel. 1st I retrofitted a MSport wheel with SSG paddles (buying wheel, paddles, MFB, wire harness). Then I went to the M3 wheel with DCT extended paddles & carbon fiber Sport trim as shown below:

Currently I have the MPerformance non-electronic Alcantara blue stripe wheel with DCT extended paddles & carbon fiber MSport trim.

After the 1st install/retrofit, the other wheel swaps were quik & EZ - I can do a complete steering wheel swap in 15min now

Kid Eh · 10-29-2013, 05:38 AM

I believe the paddles were a $100 option when ordering. In Canada anyway.

ChasVS · 10-29-2013, 06:27 AM

Don't bother with the DIY update. You'll use them for a day or two and then forget about them. You known you can use the shifter already. How often do you find yourself shifting manually with that? If all you're looking for the look, it's a bit expensive and potentially damaging if you don't do it correctly. Just a thought before you go through this process. There are a lot of other upgrades you could do for the price.

ChasVS · 10-29-2013, 06:31 AM

Most excellent write up!

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1QuikWS6

> The wheels specific for paddle shift have cutouts & mounting points for the paddles on back side of wheel. There are (2) different variations: 'L' shaped cutouts for SSG (steptronic push/pull) paddles, & rectangular cutouts for DCT (pull) paddles.

> If your car does not currently have paddle shift - you can retrofit paddle shift. You will need:

The appropriate wheel for type of paddles you want (as above) wheels available include Sport (SSG), MSport (SSG), M3 (DCT), MPerformance yellow stripe (SSG), MPerformance blue stripe (DCT), & Electronic
The paddles you want (SSG or DCT)
The correct Multifunction buttons for paddle shift
A wiring harness from Burger MotorSports to make it work.
No coding needed.

> If your wheel is currently a Sport wheel as you stated - the airbag is correct & will simply transfer over, along with the front wheel trim (all though there are many choices of trim available-MSport, M3, Alcantara, aftermarket carbon fiber)

> The multifunction button modules you have do not have the pin connectors that the paddle wires plug in to. There is a way to custom wire the paddles without buying the paddle shift specific MFB, but IMO that is 'mickey mouse' better off buying the correct MFB.

My 09' did not originally have paddle shift, but did have Sport wheel. 1st I retrofitted a MSport wheel with SSG paddles (buying wheel, paddles, MFB, wire harness). Then I went to the M3 wheel with DCT extended paddles & carbon fiber Sport trim as shown below:

Currently I have the MPerformance non-electronic Alcantara blue stripe wheel with DCT extended paddles & carbon fiber MSport trim.

After the 1st install/retrofit, the other wheel swaps were quik & EZ - I can do a complete steering wheel swap in 15min now

1QuikWS6 · 10-29-2013, 07:08 AM

^^^^ Thanx!

Yeah, In my case, I actually like using the paddles over the shifter. Drive around in DS all the time

Greatdane84 · 10-29-2013, 08:48 AM

I agree there are other things to spend your money on. After you put a tune on the car you'll forget about those. Honestly I like using the shifter more than my paddles since it makes me feel like I'm actually shifting

Kid Eh · 10-29-2013, 09:20 AM

Paddles are way better than the shifter in my opinion. You never have to take your hands off the wheel. I never use the shifter. And I have driven manual for all my previous cars.

Greatdane84 · 10-29-2013, 10:53 AM

Personally I thought the paddle shifters attached to the steering wheel was a great idea at first... After tryin to shift multiple times while turning the wheel I miss the ones that were on my Infiniti that didn't move

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Briancanadiano Brian335tt 98 Rep 1,227 Posts Drives: BMW 335i premium package 19"ri Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Toronto iTrader: (3)	That sounds strange the only reason I see it not having paddles is because it's standard, is it standard?
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tm6030 Lieutenant 54 Rep 504 Posts Drives: Bmw 335i 2009 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: toronto iTrader: (0)	Sorry I'm new to the bmw world but when I look at the paddle shift wheels it looks the same.. the only thing is missing is the paddles and its automatic...
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AzureHaze Lieutenant Colonel 69 Rep 1,766 Posts Drives: 2011 335d Sport Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: SoCal iTrader: (1)	You'll have to get a new steering wheel that's paddle shifter compatible. You can retrofit it from the forum's DIY guide if you choose to keep your current steering wheel but I wouldn't risk it if you're a novice. This is the perfect time (and excuse) to upgrade to an m-sport steering wheel! Before you ask more though: It's your best friend around here! __________________ JBD @ 100% \| KW ST Coilovers \| M3 rep. front bumper \| 888Concepts AE Upgrade \| GP Thunder 7500k fogs \| Cyba 4" carbon tips \| BSW Stage 1 \| APEX ARC-8 W/ Michelin PSS \| Ziza LED interior \| Weisslicht LED side lenses \| Sprint Booster \| Euro side mirrors \| M-Sport semi-conversion \| Coded \| LOTS of carbon fiber
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ChasVS Colonel 40 Rep 2,431 Posts Drives: 2012 MB ML350 Bluetec Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Central FL iTrader: (10)	Don't bother with the DIY update. You'll use them for a day or two and then forget about them. You known you can use the shifter already. How often do you find yourself shifting manually with that? If all you're looking for the look, it's a bit expensive and potentially damaging if you don't do it correctly. Just a thought before you go through this process. There are a lot of other upgrades you could do for the price. __________________ My speeding isn't the problem. It's the Slow Folks ahead of me that cause accidents!
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Kid Eh I used to be conceited, now I'm perfect. 571 Rep 1,826 Posts Drives: 2018 M3 CS Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Toronto iTrader: (1) Garage List 2018 BMW M3 CS [0.00]	Paddles are way better than the shifter in my opinion. You never have to take your hands off the wheel. I never use the shifter. And I have driven manual for all my previous cars. __________________ 2018 M3 CS - Alpine White l l "I used to be conceited. Now I'm perfect" Last edited by Kid Eh; 10-29-2013 at 09:28 AM..
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Greatdane84 Leeeroy Jankins 31 Rep 423 Posts Drives: 335i e90 LCI Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: SW Florida iTrader: (2) Garage List 2009 335i [10.00]	Personally I thought the paddle shifters attached to the steering wheel was a great idea at first... After tryin to shift multiple times while turning the wheel I miss the ones that were on my Infiniti that didn't move __________________ e90 LCI w/ -= VRSF 7" FMIC =- -= Cobb: Stg1 +FMIC Aggressive ST =- Last Install: BMS DCI + Caliper/Drum Paint "If you're not 1st, you're last" -Ricky Bobby
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