CA Door Handle

ikenjoku7 · 05-16-2016, 08:09 PM

I went to get my key coded so my comfort access will work and I was told that I have to get a new driver side door handle for it to function for that door. I didn't get a price for the job because I moved but I wasn't planning on going to the dealer anyways. Is this something I can diy or go to a Indy for. I can't find much information on this for our cars.

VTECaddict · 05-16-2016, 08:43 PM

Does the car have the Comfort Access option?

If not, its a lot more complicated than just swapping out the door handle. Only a handful of people have successfully retrofitted it I believe.

BlindWolf187 · 05-16-2016, 09:04 PM

Is it a good DIY project?

If your car has Comfort access and your door handle is broken: Yes

If your car does not have CA and you want to retrofit it onto your car: ... I'd say no, unless you're really motivated...
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1211167

ikenjoku7 · 05-16-2016, 10:00 PM

Yeah my car came from factory with comfort access

VTECaddict · 05-16-2016, 10:02 PM

Unless the door handle is malfunctioning, you don't need a new door handle. You just need a CA key and the dealer to program the CAS to accept that key for CA functions.

ikenjoku7 · 05-16-2016, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by VTECaddict

Unless the door handle is malfunctioning, you don't need a new door handle. You just need a CA key and the dealer to program the CAS to accept that key for CA functions.

The door handle is malfunctioning and I was told by the dealer I need a new door handle

ikenjoku7 · 05-16-2016, 10:09 PM

Is there a DIY guide for performing this? And what are the part numbers I need ? Also where is the best place to buy a handle. I'm guessing Tischer?

John 070 · 05-16-2016, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by ikenjoku7

Is there a DIY guide for performing this? And what are the part numbers I need ? Also where is the best place to buy a handle. I'm guessing Tischer?

I always wanted to try Topeka due to bigger discounts....

VTECaddict · 05-17-2016, 12:41 AM

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Originally Posted by ikenjoku7

The door handle is malfunctioning and I was told by the dealer I need a new door handle

So CA works on the passenger door and to start the car?

You can buy a new one from any BMW parts website or try to find a used one (has to be the same color). Just find the part number and google it, then see who's the cheapest.

ikenjoku7 · 05-17-2016, 04:34 AM

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Originally Posted by VTECaddict

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Originally Posted by ikenjoku7

The door handle is malfunctioning and I was told by the dealer I need a new door handle

So CA works on the passenger door and to start the car?

You can buy a new one from any BMW parts website or try to find a used one (has to be the same color). Just find the part number and google it, then see who's the cheapest.

Yes and okay. But what installing it. How would I go about doing that. Is there any guide I can follow

ikenjoku7 · 05-17-2016, 04:38 AM

I have the part number but it doesn't yield any results on the Tischer website. 51217199835 And will I have to code it

Greyfox · 05-17-2016, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by ikenjoku7

I have the part number but it doesn't yield any results on the Tischer website. 51217199835 And will I have to code it

Are you sure that is the correct part number? Because when I look it up on realoem, it is listed for European models except for maybe 1 or 2 US entries.

ikenjoku7 · 05-17-2016, 07:49 AM

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Originally Posted by ikenjoku7

I have the part number but it doesn't yield any results on the Tischer website. 51217199835 And will I have to code it

Are you sure that is the correct part number? Because when I look it up on realoem, it is listed for European models except for maybe 1 or 2 US entries.

I don't think it is. I tried searching but I couldn't find the number. And I couldn't find the part on the Tischer website

ikenjoku7 · 05-17-2016, 07:52 AM

Anyone know if m3 door handles will fit on our cars. I would assume that they do unless there's some special m technology That makes their door handles more aerodynamic than a normal 3 series

mxchris727 · 05-17-2016, 08:06 AM

CA door handles must be ordered from the dealer. They are pre-painted from the factory per-order with a special paint that allows the touch sensitive functionality to work.

ikenjoku7 · 05-17-2016, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by mxchris727

CA door handles must be ordered from the dealer. They are pre-painted from the factory per-order with a special paint that allows the touch sensitive functionality to work.

So a door handle from eBay won't work? Then why are they being sold on there? And will it have to be coded

John 070 · 05-17-2016, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by mxchris727

CA door handles must be ordered from the dealer. They are pre-painted from the factory per-order with a special paint that allows the touch sensitive functionality to work.

Did any other car co. use inductive wiring, and does this still exist on new BMWs? It seemed once again to be overengineered......I noticed even Lexus and Infiniti use a button...

ikenjoku7 · 05-17-2016, 11:22 PM

Just called Bmw of south Atlanta and was quoted $344 for the driver side door handle... Is this really my only option?

Greyfox · 05-18-2016, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by ikenjoku7

Just called Bmw of south Atlanta and was quoted $344 for the driver side door handle... Is this really my only option?

I've got no idea whether the handles need to be coded to the car (ie one from the junkyard) or not.

Does the sensor on the door pick up the keyfob or is that the CA antennae?

ArcticRik · 05-18-2016, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by ikenjoku7

Just called Bmw of south Atlanta and was quoted $344 for the driver side door handle... Is this really my only option?

What color is your car? I may be able to get my hands on a Jet Black if thats the color you have

John 070 · 05-18-2016, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by ikenjoku7

Just called Bmw of south Atlanta and was quoted $344 for the driver side door handle... Is this really my only option?

I would call Topeka to find out since they are significantly cheaper, but what do I know

ikenjoku7 · 05-18-2016, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by ArcticRik

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Originally Posted by ikenjoku7

Just called Bmw of south Atlanta and was quoted $344 for the driver side door handle... Is this really my only option?

What color is your car? I may be able to get my hands on a Jet Black if thats the color you have

Mine is jet black

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