F30 OEM Auto Shift Knob Replacement

A'PEXi · 06-08-2015, 08:07 AM

Just wondering if anyone has tried replacing the auto shift knob with say an F10 M5 DCT knob or the like? Having searched around haven't really seen it done....

Tim@codemybimmer · 06-08-2015, 11:20 AM

You can only interchange the following shifters

205 Steptronic Automatic

2TB Sport Automatic

Reason is that there is an ECU in the shifter and that the DCT shifters (from say the M3/M4) have a different ECU due to it's dual-clutch transmission vs the normal ZF found on the F30 range.

dhurng · 06-08-2015, 03:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Timbits93

You can only interchange the following shifters

205 Steptronic Automatic

2TB Sport Automatic

Reason is that there is an ECU in the shifter and that the DCT shifters (from say the M3/M4) have a different ECU due to it's dual-clutch transmission vs the normal ZF found on the F30 range.

do you happen to know where to get the parts to change them? I hope its not too difficult to install thanks!

Tim@codemybimmer · 06-08-2015, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Defalt

do you happen to know where to get the parts to change them? I hope its not too difficult to install thanks!

I bought mine off eBay for a fraction of the cost.

Here are the part numbers for the 2TB Sport Auto Shifter (Leather boot)

61319260970/61319291520/61319296898
*From Oldest to Newest P/N - Also easier to search by last 7 digits on eBay.

To install, just remove the iDrive trim (hands work), the shifter surround, Driver Experience/PDC controls and the centre console surround (only needs to be lifted from the rear) to have access to all 4 screws. Remove, unplug and install in reverse order. Should not require programming or coding once installed.

During Install

Installed

Hope that helps!

QuikSilver_ · 06-08-2015, 03:48 PM

What are the differences between the 205 Steptronic Automatic and the 2TB Sport Automatic shifters? Is it just the slightly different shape and leather boot?

Tim@codemybimmer · 06-08-2015, 04:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gpjustinn

What are the differences between the 205 Steptronic Automatic and the 2TB Sport Automatic shifters? Is it just the slightly different shape and leather boot?

Shifter-wise, yes it's just cosmetic in that they're differently shaped and one is wrapped in napa leather (with the boot).

Though if you had optioned 2TB from the factory, it'd also be the added paddle shifters and the Sport programming - which you can code by changing your VO from 205 to 2TB and VO coding ICM, KOMBI, EGS and FEM_BODY (if I remember correctly.)

Fabre80 · 06-10-2015, 06:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Timbits93

Quote:

Originally Posted by gpjustinn

What are the differences between the 205 Steptronic Automatic and the 2TB Sport Automatic shifters? Is it just the slightly different shape and leather boot?

Shifter-wise, yes it's just cosmetic in that they're differently shaped and one is wrapped in napa leather (with the boot).

Though if you had optioned 2TB from the factory, it'd also be the added paddle shifters and the Sport programming - which you can code by changing your VO from 205 to 2TB and VO coding ICM, KOMBI, EGS and FEM_BODY (if I remember correctly.)

Hi, what will the coding do in terms of performance?

dhurng · 06-10-2015, 11:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Timbits93

I bought mine off eBay for a fraction of the cost.

Here are the part numbers for the 2TB Sport Auto Shifter (Leather boot)

61319260970/61319291520/61319296898
*From Oldest to Newest P/N - Also easier to search by last 7 digits on eBay.

To install, just remove the iDrive trim (hands work), the shifter surround, Driver Experience/PDC controls and the centre console surround (only needs to be lifted from the rear) to have access to all 4 screws. Remove, unplug and install in reverse order. Should not require programming or coding once installed.

During Install

Installed

Hope that helps!

thanks!!! wahh its pretty pricey for the part :/ but it does seem like it would change your driving experience esp if you manually shift without paddles.

Nomana · 06-25-2015, 02:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Timbits93

You can only interchange the following shifters

205 Steptronic Automatic

[img]http://www.f30post.com/goodiesforyou.../P90081916.jpg[/img]

2TB Sport Automatic

[img]http://www.f30post.com/goodiesforyou.../P90081940.jpg[/img]

Reason is that there is an ECU in the shifter and that the DCT shifters (from say the M3/M4) have a different ECU due to it's dual-clutch transmission vs the normal ZF found on the F30 range.

So this is not plug&play?

I'v been thinking about it for while. Mine is f32

A'PEXi · 06-26-2015, 01:20 AM

Don't believe so, even though the mounting points look slightly similar, according to Timbits93 the insides of the knob are different. Would have been keen to do the swap if they were interchangeable...

dhurng · 06-26-2015, 01:36 PM

also Ms dont have a park gear on the shifter

Maxblast · 07-12-2016, 06:43 AM

My 330e has 205 Steptronic Automatic and the paddle shifters.

If I would code the 2TB Sport Automatic, will it all work with my standard shift knob and paddle shifters?

wdeerfield · 07-12-2016, 09:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Maxblast

My 330e has 205 Steptronic Automatic and the paddle shifters.

If I would code the 2TB Sport Automatic, will it all work with my standard shift knob and paddle shifters?

I believe so as adding 2TB is just reprogramming how the transmission shifts

Maxblast · 07-12-2016, 11:43 AM

Ok thanks.
I was under the impression to have a 205 gearbox but I have this one:

S2TEA Automatic transmission w shift paddles

Any idea what the difference is?

wdeerfield · 07-12-2016, 12:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Maxblast

Ok thanks.
I was under the impression to have a 205 gearbox but I have this one:

S2TEA Automatic transmission w shift paddles

Any idea what the difference is?

Didnt realize you have the hybrid model so its possible that will not work for the s2tea

iki4life · 07-12-2016, 12:44 PM

this mod might be the one of the biggest wastes of money. There is zero to minimal difference.

John in VA · 07-12-2016, 06:26 PM

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Originally Posted by iki4life

this mod might be the one of the biggest wastes of money. There is zero to minimal difference.

It's like wheels - different strokes for different folks.

S_Onyx · 07-13-2016, 06:10 AM

Gone were the days where you can just buy any gear knob you like and install it without worrying about coding and fitment. Sigh...

cadamson · 03-28-2017, 12:24 AM

So this guy in China got the F80 gear selector to work in his F30, but he said it was the shop he took it to that figured out the coding. I don't know if this would be possible in the US, but I would be all over it if it were.

http://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1330524&page=2

Icon5585 · 07-06-2017, 10:09 PM

Sorry to revive an old thread, but are there any videos showing how to remove the trim to install the shifter? (Have one on the way

)

YeaG30 · 08-22-2017, 09:57 AM

^^ anyone?

Dinan_Rated · 09-12-2017, 10:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by YeaF30

^^ anyone?

Still need this

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A'PEXi Lieutenant 70 Rep 477 Posts Drives: M3 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	Don't believe so, even though the mounting points look slightly similar, according to Timbits93 the insides of the knob are different. Would have been keen to do the swap if they were interchangeable...
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Maxblast Enlisted Member 2 Rep 30 Posts Drives: F30 330e (Hybrid) M sport Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: The Netherlands iTrader: (0)	My 330e has 205 Steptronic Automatic and the paddle shifters. If I would code the 2TB Sport Automatic, will it all work with my standard shift knob and paddle shifters?
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Maxblast Enlisted Member 2 Rep 30 Posts Drives: F30 330e (Hybrid) M sport Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: The Netherlands iTrader: (0)	Ok thanks. I was under the impression to have a 205 gearbox but I have this one: S2TEA Automatic transmission w shift paddles Any idea what the difference is?
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Icon5585 Private 5 Rep 89 Posts Drives: 2022 m340i Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Charleston, SC iTrader: (0)	Sorry to revive an old thread, but are there any videos showing how to remove the trim to install the shifter? (Have one on the way )
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