OBC Install

[bernzpeed]

Hi, guys. Newbie here. I wanted to ask the wise and experienced ones here on R3V about installing an 13-button OBC on my 89 325i. I got the OBC off of an 87 325i. What else do I need to install it? Do I need to convert anything? What are the steps to do this? Is there a thread for this that you can refer me too?

Your help would be greatly appreciated. BTW, I have both vehicles with me, so any parts I need I can get.

Thanks again.

[Blendercloud]

I'm interested in knowing this, too! Hopefully some of the wiser R3V members can point us in the right direction!

[Philo]

Well, then let me direct you to the technical forum, and then the interior sub-forum.

http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/forumdisplay.php?f=135

[iwantspeed]

if you go through my build thread towards the last couple pages i showed what needs to be done.

you need a coding chip for the late model style gas tank.

[freeride53]

I did mine last week, Fred has a really good write-up.
However, buy a NEW light bar!! (or solder LEDs)
I waited till the install, and my monitor was dim as hell.
Now I'm forced to wait till my new light bar arrives, and I have to leave the harness unplugged.
Here are some pics I took that may help...

[bernzpeed]

Thanks, I actually printed it out so i can take it out from the donor car and into my car. Hopefully it does not involve taking the whole dash out. Will it?

[freeride53]

Oh no no man. Just pop your cluster out, knee-bolster, old obc, and slide your radio out a tiny bit. The harness (all one piece) isn't hard to run through. You can leave your old one in too, if it doesn't bother you.

[bernzpeed]

Do I have to replace the turn signal stalk as well to install the OBC?

[scottinAZ]

Do I have to replace the turn signal stalk as well to install the OBC?

only if you want the press to scroll function. It isnt mandatory