iDrive knob

majcne · 10-31-2011, 02:36 PM

Just bought an 07 BMW X5. I have intermittent issues with the iDrive knob. It scrolls left and right, but only wants to work occasionally when I press "enter", or down on the device. Can this be fixed? It's my only gripe with this car.

rkcruiser · 11-01-2011, 11:16 AM

I have the same issue. Started about a month ago. If I find anything I'll let you know.

apw2607 · 11-02-2011, 10:37 PM

If the cars under warranty take it in. If not I would just replace the controller with a new one. Would only take 5 minutes to replace and does not require programming. Simple plug and play.

KLATT819 · 12-13-2011, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by apw2607

If the cars under warranty take it in. If not I would just replace the controller with a new one. Would only take 5 minutes to replace and does not require programming. Simple plug and play.

Is it really simple to replace the newer controllers as well? I just bought a 2010 X5M and the controller is cosmetically damaged - it works fine but the ring around the bottom of the controller by the buttons is dented up. The dealer claims they have to remove the whole console and would cost ~$500 for labor. Do you think it is something I could do myself? Thanks

lowell_b · 12-20-2011, 07:42 PM

I'm having the same problem right now but I'm too crazy about it at the moment. As long as my music still works It's all good! lol But yea it is going to be pretty pricey.

10-31-2011, 02:36 PM	#1
majcne Registered 0 Rep 3 Posts Drives: 2007 BMW X5 3.0si Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Texas iTrader: (0)	iDrive knob Just bought an 07 BMW X5. I have intermittent issues with the iDrive knob. It scrolls left and right, but only wants to work occasionally when I press "enter", or down on the device. Can this be fixed? It's my only gripe with this car.
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rkcruiser Enlisted Member 4 Rep 39 Posts Drives: X5 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: ohio iTrader: (0)	I have the same issue. Started about a month ago. If I find anything I'll let you know.
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apw2607 Colonel 578 Rep 2,104 Posts Drives: 2024 X5 50e M-Sport Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: West Coast, USA iTrader: (0)	If the cars under warranty take it in. If not I would just replace the controller with a new one. Would only take 5 minutes to replace and does not require programming. Simple plug and play.
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lowell_b Enlisted Member 1 Rep 44 Posts Drives: 2007 E70 X5 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (0)	I'm having the same problem right now but I'm too crazy about it at the moment. As long as my music still works It's all good! lol But yea it is going to be pretty pricey. __________________ Laughter is the BEST medicine.
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