OK...it works! I don't remember seeing any actual pix of this being done so here they are...
Packing tape, hairdryer and your wits...
I used two pieces of tape (cause one didn't quite cover it) and heated for about one minute.
As you can see, it removed ALL of the sticker but left a bit of tackiness so after removing, I applied more tape (no heat) to remove any gumminess. VOILA, no more ugly warning sticker.
I was a bit wary about trying this but my driver's side failed and it allowed me to experiment without any concerns. DO IT, you'll be glad you did!
'00 540iA Sport w/235k+ Original TCG's, Vanos and transmission.*Trans failure at 244k+...FS Now
Nice post, 12CoolDude. It looks pretty good although I suppose it's impossible to get rid of the outline completely. I desperately need to do this because the driver side sticker is all nasty and ripped from where the PO tried to remove it (It also could have been caused by an aftermarket garage door opener).
Just to clarify, this DIY does NOT require removal of the visor, correct?
I'll tow this to the DIY section after it get's some comments.
Last edited by jamesdc4; 08-17-2010 at 05:57 PM.
that's genius! those things have always pissed me off somehow
Thanks Bro!!
Absolutely NOT necessary to remove the visor. The example was the broken one that I removed but as soon as I finished, climbed into the passenger side and successfully removed the passenger side sticker. It looks MUCH better than that fugly warning sticker!!
I assume you could use some sort of fabric cleaner to get rid of the faint outline and I may try to do that on the broken visor. I'll post the results at some point but for now, I'm HAPPY!!!
'00 540iA Sport w/235k+ Original TCG's, Vanos and transmission.*Trans failure at 244k+...FS Now
I used (and posted) that method about two years ago, when I was detailing an e39 for a friend.
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...0&postcount=16
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Last edited by jamesdc4; 08-17-2010 at 10:44 PM.
ABSOLUTELY and now that I know who to credit...thank you Chiefwej!!! This was the reason for my "inspiration" but as I stated, I didn't think that there were any pix involved. Your link confirms this and you know what so many members say here...if there aren't any pictures, it didn't happen!
'00 540iA Sport w/235k+ Original TCG's, Vanos and transmission.*Trans failure at 244k+...FS Now
(what did you do to your E39 today?) 'nuttin'
thank you!!
12CoolDude,
Try a product call Bestine to remove the tackiness. This fluid works wonders & dries/evaporates almost instantly... !
I like the sticker but I don't have one on my car since the local law does not require the lable....
But I seem to think that most people who have Euro version likes the North America market version and vice versa....
Like people on this board that likes the Euro sliding arm rest, while people with the Euro sliding armrest like the non sliding ones....interesting....
This may sound stoopid but, in detail, how did you get the visor off?
Now this is almost like a magic. I would never thought it can be removed.
Great write-up! You guys are something!
Yep I want to take it off as it keeps falling out and want to fix it.
Missed this from a long time ago. Did you ever figure out how easily they are removed?Originally Posted by FrankMstein
'00 540iA Sport w/235k+ Original TCG's, Vanos and transmission.*Trans failure at 244k+...FS Now
I did this a while ago. Great idea 12CoolDude, now my interior is a little cleaner looking
Before:
After:
2002 540i | 6 speed | (892) Titanium Gray | BC Coilovers |E60 SSK - ZHP Knob | CDV Delete | M5 RSB | Muffler Delete - 2.75" Turndown | Dice Duo | Spec Dock | Running log -> http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1713303
I did mine in June of 2011. Worked well.
Visor decal removal.
jamesdc4
Passenger side:
I need to do this.
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