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      08-05-2014, 02:03 PM   #1
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IND | European Sun Visor DIY

As BMW enthusiasts for nearly 2 decades it is no secret that our European counterparts are privy to some rather unique parts. Although a good portion of this is hometown support, some of these parts are simply a byproduct of regulation. The European visors are one of these products and offer a clean and cohesive look for the F8X interior. Gone is the blinding white, yellow, and black text staring you down in the morning. Below is a DIY guide for those looking to replace the unsightly visors.

These visors are available for purchase through our site. We will keep an eye on this thread for any questions, but we are also available via phone or email.

http://ind-distribution.com/ind/cate...-sun-visor-set

Email: info@ind-distribution.com
Phone: 866-963-4520 (Local 847-963-4520_

IMPORTANT! IND is not responsible for compliance. This is a European TUV approved product. Please check your state and federal motor vehicle compliance laws.

Tools required:
  • Torx 25
  • Nylon Prybar

Step 1:
Move sun visor to side allowing access to the mounting point. The visor is held in place by a single Torx25 screw as well as the PnP connector for the vanity light. Remove the plastic cover with a nylon prybar or interior trim tool.
Step 2:
Now that the Torx25 screw is visible simply remove this screw.
Step 3:
Carefully remove visor from the headliner. Upon removing the visor you will notice the PnP connector, disconnect this piece from the visor.
Step 4:
Reverse the installation and enjoy the clean European visors. No more glaring air bag logo.









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Visor label removal

On older ones the label could be taken off with heat, GoofOff and patience, but these look to be welded on?
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I've removed mine without problem. I used 99% Isopropyl to soak them and finished up with Goo Gone to remove the glue residue. The only difference from previous vinyl visors was that because these have a rougher texture a little extra scrubbing was required to get all of the residue. I used an extra soft toothbrush for this.
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On older ones the label could be taken off with heat, GoofOff and patience, but these look to be welded on?
Correct. BMW's attempt at a tamper proof design.
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I've removed mine without problem. I used 99% Isopropyl to soak them and finished up with Goo Gone to remove the glue residue. The only difference from previous vinyl visors was that because these have a rougher texture so a little extra scrubbing was required to get all of the residue. I used an extra soft toothbrush for this.
Nice work, but I assume you still have the raised edge surrounding the area where the warning once was? I'm curious to see how this looks after removal
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Nice work, but I assume you still have the raised edge surrounding the area where the warning once was? I'm curious to see how this looks after removal
No raised edge but just like previously you can sometimes detect a slight change in sheen where the labels used to be. I don't think the current labels are any different than what I have seen before.
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I don't have my 435i yet but I'm wondering if these are a direct swap for the F32 as well.
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I don't have my 435i yet but I'm wondering if these are a direct swap for the F32 as well.
The visors would be a direct swap and I have more Euro ones coming in this week from Germany
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I've removed mine without problem. I used 99% Isopropyl to soak them and finished up with Goo Gone to remove the glue residue. The only difference from previous vinyl visors was that because these have a rougher texture a little extra scrubbing was required to get all of the residue. I used an extra soft toothbrush for this.
I did the same. It was a cheap and quick fix.
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Is the only difference the sticker/disclaimer, or actually the visor has a different texture/material/feel?

The standard US one seems like rubber or plastic. Is the Euro version anthracite cloth?
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Is the only difference the sticker/disclaimer, or actually the visor has a different texture/material/feel?

The standard US one seems like rubber or plastic. Is the Euro version anthracite cloth?
It appears from the OP the visor is the same material.
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you can actually do this without taking the visors off. Just use isopropyl alcohol and a dish scrubbing sponge. It takes about 5 minutes per visor.
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I've removed mine without problem. I used 99% Isopropyl to soak them and finished up with Goo Gone to remove the glue residue. The only difference from previous vinyl visors was that because these have a rougher texture a little extra scrubbing was required to get all of the residue. I used an extra soft toothbrush for this.
Just did the same - 91% isopropryl, let is soak for a while, then used a kitchen scrub sponge. Worked well.
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Anyone have any more detail on where/how to pry open the mounting point cover?
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The cover is split, with the forward half hinged at the front. Pry at the split on each side and it will rotate down, exposing the Torx screw (see IND's 3rd & 6th photos).

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The cover is split, with the forward half hinged at the front. Pry at the split on each side and it will rotate down, exposing the Torx screw (see IND's 3rd & 6th photos).
Now that I've successfully done this, a few points for posterity ...
  • Pry the smaller part of the cover (the part that doesn't have the metal tube going through it).
  • A cell phone pry tool makes it much easier to pry the cover open without damaging it or the headliner. Auto trim pry bars are just too large.
  • Once the screw is out, rotate the visor/cover assembly to release it.
  • As usual, unplugging the electrical connections without damaging them is probably the most difficult part.
  • When re-installing, if the cover does not snap closed easily, tighten the screw farther. (It may take a fair bit of torque to do this.)

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Now that I've successfully done this, a few points for posterity ...
  • Pry the smaller part of the cover (the part that doesn't have the metal tube going through it).
  • A cell phone pry tool makes it much easier to pry the cover open without damaging it or the headliner. Auto trim pry bars are just too large.
  • Once the screw is out, rotate the visor/cover assembly to release it.
  • As usual, unplugging the electrical connections without damaging them is probably the most difficult part.
  • When re-installing, if the cover does not snap closed easily, tighten the screw farther. (It may take a fair bit of torque to do this.)
Good additional points. A pry bar set like this is a good thing to have around and not very expensive:
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that's actually a really nice set. Where'd you get it?
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that's actually a really nice set. Where'd you get it?
Just pulled that off the net, but I have a similar one in a different brand & color. Here's that one: http://www.carid.com/astro-pneumatic...-35961166.html.
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Scotchgard?

Should I Scotchgard these?

I'll be replacing the plastic visors from my F34 with these, which has me thinking about the dirt, oil, etc. that may build up on the fabric over time.

Has anyone tried spraying something like this on these?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...d_i=B00006IA8O
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The material is same as US visors, I believe; really more plastic than fabric. No protection needed, IMO.
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I'm in Europe and I have this warning too. Only difference is, it's on the passenger seat's visor.. These visors without it must be some older stock or special production
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