Adding a glove box USB outlet

WHK · 04-03-2015, 08:07 AM

Take a look at http://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1108386 and you'll find a very neat way of adding a USB outlet to your glove box. It looks clean, pretty easy, cheap, and convenient, but has anyone tried it in an F8x?

IMrMark · 04-04-2015, 03:25 PM

humm cool find! Might have to give this a try actually.

Brady1984 · 04-05-2015, 09:25 PM

OK, I am really thinking about this mod but I was wondering why my car does not have the cool storage net at the top of the glovebox? I looked up the P/N 51169248396 it's 20 bucks on ECS so I grabbed that. I ordered 6NS but I do not have the USB outlet in the glove box. Is this port already being taken by the baseplate? I wonder if I could just move the connector from the baseplate to the glovebox and only need the connector? I don't use the baseplate as it is. Thoughts?

Unixed · 04-05-2015, 09:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Brady1984

OK, I am really thinking about this mod but I was wondering why my car does not have the cool storage net at the top of the glovebox? I looked up the P/N 51169248396 it's 20 bucks on ECS so I grabbed that. I ordered 6NS but I do not have the USB outlet in the glove box. Is this port already being taken by the baseplate? I wonder if I could just move the connector from the baseplate to the glovebox and only need the connector? I don't use the baseplate as it is. Thoughts?

You do not have the net because BMW decided to delete the cup holder cover. This net was used to store the cover when not in use.

rebirth24 · 04-05-2015, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Brady1984

OK, I am really thinking about this mod but I was wondering why my car does not have the cool storage net at the top of the glovebox? I looked up the P/N 51169248396 it's 20 bucks on ECS so I grabbed that. I ordered 6NS but I do not have the USB outlet in the glove box. Is this port already being taken by the baseplate? I wonder if I could just move the connector from the baseplate to the glovebox and only need the connector? I don't use the baseplate as it is. Thoughts?

Let me know if that NET works out. I would order one of those too!

Richy Rich · 04-05-2015, 11:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Unixed

You do not have the net because BMW decided to delete the cup holder cover. This net was used to store the cover when not in use.

I have the net in both my M3 and my M4...

Unixed · 04-05-2015, 11:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Richy Rich

Quote:

Originally Posted by Unixed

You do not have the net because BMW decided to delete the cup holder cover. This net was used to store the cover when not in use.

I have the net in both my M3 and my M4...

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Originally Posted by Technic

Again: no cupholder cover and net in USA F3x and F8x from July-on USA production.

Maybe my source is wrong?

rebirth24 · 04-06-2015, 12:14 AM

What is the part # for the cupholder cover?

SakhirM4 · 04-06-2015, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Unixed

Maybe my source is wrong?

They stopped putting the net and the cupholder cover in the Ms in July 2014 based on info from BMW. My M4 was built in July and had neither one. The dealer gave be a cupholder cover.

Richy Rich · 04-06-2015, 02:11 AM

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Originally Posted by SakhirM4

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Originally Posted by Unixed

Maybe my source is wrong?

They stopped putting the net and the cupholder cover in the Ms in July 2014 based on info from BMW. My M4 was built in July and had neither one. The dealer gave be a cupholder cover.

My M4 was purchased in January 15 and has the net.

Technic · 04-06-2015, 07:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Brady1984

OK, I am really thinking about this mod but I was wondering why my car does not have the cool storage net at the top of the glovebox? I looked up the P/N 51169248396 it's 20 bucks on ECS so I grabbed that. I ordered 6NS but I do not have the USB outlet in the glove box. Is this port already being taken by the baseplate? I wonder if I could just move the connector from the baseplate to the glovebox and only need the connector? I don't use the baseplate as it is. Thoughts?

This applies to all 6NS-equipped BMW as well:

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Originally Posted by Technic

B) If you have a MY2014 F30 with Nav then 6NS is included with Nav but that baseplate USB requires the snap in to be utilized. This retrofit will work as well for MY2014 without the need of snap ins. The second USB port will be available for your second device at the glovebox.

WHK · 04-06-2015, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by rebirth24

What is the part # for the cupholder cover?

They call it an "Oddments tray" 51169232068

Brady1984 · 04-06-2015, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Technic

This applies to all 6NS-equipped BMW as well:

OK, I trust you Technic so I am going to try this. Parts on order:

http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/Site...294/ES2599684/
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/Site...703/ES2643630/

For those interested in spending some extra money the USB2 P/N is 61119322445
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/Site...445/ES2859788/

WHK · 04-10-2015, 09:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Brady1984

OK, I trust you Technic so I am going to try this. Parts on order:

http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/Site...294/ES2599684/
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/Site...703/ES2643630/

Great, let us know how it goes.

Technic · 04-10-2015, 09:42 AM

It will work just because your NBT unit is exactly like mine and all F3x/F8x for MY2015.

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Originally Posted by Brady1984

OK, I trust you Technic so I am going to try this. Parts on order:

http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/Site...294/ES2599684/
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/Site...703/ES2643630/

For those interested in spending some extra money the USB2 P/N is 61119322445
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/Site...445/ES2859788/

Brady1984 · 04-11-2015, 07:43 PM

OK, so I just finished my install on my F80 with enhanced bluetooth and smartphone integration. This is about a hour or 2 to install depending on your ability. I got all the parts in, storage net cable and usb connector.

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First thing was to snap in the storage net, 10 seconds and done.

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Next was to remove the radio according to this DIY

And first thing I see is what I expected, I have a cable there that goes to the snap in adapter. BOO, a lesser man would have stopped right here. A greater man would have went forward with no apprehension. I don't use the snap in adapter so I went on.

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I disconnected the existing cable, connected the new cable and tested. First thing is the cable has 2 extra tangs which I had to shave off. There is no benefit to getting the correct listed cable, it's 100 bucks, it's too long and it has to be cut on anyway.

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Now I tested in place to make sure my arm rest USB still works and the glove box USB works too. All good.

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After testing I pulled the cable through to the glove box, and attached the connector. One thing I noticed that was different from the instructions is that cable had a 90 degree bend on it. My cable was straight. The space behind the opening is tight and took some force to get the connector to click in but it worked fine.

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After everything was buttoned back up, I stuck the iPod in the glove box cleaned up and enjoyed a refreshment

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NOTE: For those that have Enhanced USB with smartphone integration you lose the ability to use the snap-in adapter with this mod but you gain the USB in the glovebox. It's up to you.

e36 · 04-11-2015, 09:44 PM

Awesome work. What is the difference between the two cables?

Technic · 04-12-2015, 07:06 AM

ECS sent you the USB2 cable (P/N-445, the ~$100 cable) instead of the USB1 (-703, ~$50), that's why.

The main difference between both cables is a filter circuit in the USB1.

Good job!

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Originally Posted by Brady1984

After testing I pulled the cable through to the glove box, and attached the connector. One thing I noticed that was different from the instructions is that cable had a 90 degree bend on it. My cable was straight. The space behind the opening is tight and took some force to get the connector to click in but it worked fine.

Brady1984 · 04-12-2015, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Technic

ECS sent you the USB2 cable (P/N-445, the ~$100 cable) instead of the USB1 (-703, ~$50), that's why.

The main difference between both cables is a filter circuit in the USB1.

Good job!

They sent me the cable I ordered, I thought I was high speed and ordered the 445 cable even though it was more expensive. The 445 cable does work but it is about 4 feet long (way to long, I coiled it up and zip-tied it) does not have the filter, has a straight connector instead of a 90 and does not have the fabric cover shown in the install document. The 703 may not be the exact cable because the connector has to be shaved down but get the 703 cable if you are going to do this.

IMrMark · 04-12-2015, 06:30 PM

Very cool thread guys, and props on the install... Definitely doing this in the next week or so.

DFozzy · 04-16-2015, 10:25 AM

This does look really cool and doable...

I was thinking of doing this so I can put a 2TB slim portable HDD in the glove box.

Anyone see any issues with this? (heat, too much power draw, etc.)

Technic · 04-16-2015, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by DFozzy

This does look really cool and doable...

I was thinking of doing this so I can put a 2TB slim portable HDD in the glove box.

Anyone see any issues with this? (heat, too much power draw, etc.)

You may exceed the current draw of the OEM USB port.

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Brady1984 Lieutenant 186 Rep 413 Posts Drives: 2015 M3 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Oklahoma iTrader: (0)	OK, I am really thinking about this mod but I was wondering why my car does not have the cool storage net at the top of the glovebox? I looked up the P/N 51169248396 it's 20 bucks on ECS so I grabbed that. I ordered 6NS but I do not have the USB outlet in the glove box. Is this port already being taken by the baseplate? I wonder if I could just move the connector from the baseplate to the glovebox and only need the connector? I don't use the baseplate as it is. Thoughts? __________________ "Most things I worry about never happen anyway" -Tom Petty
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Brady1984 Lieutenant 186 Rep 413 Posts Drives: 2015 M3 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Oklahoma iTrader: (0)	OK, so I just finished my install on my F80 with enhanced bluetooth and smartphone integration. This is about a hour or 2 to install depending on your ability. I got all the parts in, storage net cable and usb connector. First thing was to snap in the storage net, 10 seconds and done. Next was to remove the radio according to this DIY And first thing I see is what I expected, I have a cable there that goes to the snap in adapter. BOO, a lesser man would have stopped right here. A greater man would have went forward with no apprehension. I don't use the snap in adapter so I went on. I disconnected the existing cable, connected the new cable and tested. First thing is the cable has 2 extra tangs which I had to shave off. There is no benefit to getting the correct listed cable, it's 100 bucks, it's too long and it has to be cut on anyway. Now I tested in place to make sure my arm rest USB still works and the glove box USB works too. All good. After testing I pulled the cable through to the glove box, and attached the connector. One thing I noticed that was different from the instructions is that cable had a 90 degree bend on it. My cable was straight. The space behind the opening is tight and took some force to get the connector to click in but it worked fine. After everything was buttoned back up, I stuck the iPod in the glove box cleaned up and enjoyed a refreshment NOTE: For those that have Enhanced USB with smartphone integration you lose the ability to use the snap-in adapter with this mod but you gain the USB in the glovebox. It's up to you. __________________ "Most things I worry about never happen anyway" -Tom Petty
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