BMW E92 Ultimate INTERIOR Upgrade?: Ambient Lighting Install

BMW E92 Ultimate INTERIOR Upgrade?: Ambient Lighting Install
This turned out a lot better than we thought. We'd actually forgotten we even these but figured we better get the ambient lighting kit installed before we start on the turbo install, or it will never happen. For such a cheap kit its pretty cool if you are in to interior mods.
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UPDATE AUGUST 2020
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[@SpIkEyMc26]

Can you show us in a picture or super short video just where the fibre tube comes in and out of the dashboard? Would be much appreciated 🙏🏼

[@dbnpoldermans4120]

Please do the footwell lights please. That's where I would begin. I already got the blue door entrence lights and would like to do the footwell ones as well

[@reezymontana9708]

Not sure if you know or not but you can also change the style so it dances to your music I believe I have the rgb interior footwell lights that uses the same app and it has that options on lotus lantern so u should to !

[@StarrBwoyyHD]

i have been considering this for a while now, thank god someone finally tested it out

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Definitely worth it, if you like a bit of bling. The E92 is a pretty easy car to fit them to.

[@MrE_]

I was looking at this vs EL wire. EL wire seems easier

[@nishkardhunnie382]

@@MrE_ EL wire is not long- lasting at all. After a few weeks you get breaks in the line and uneven lighting

[@tekasker9391]

have you guys a video ? where you show how you open the area beetwen door and car to put that cable in?

[@nysimcharles33]

Having trouble with that as well

[@spenceredwards4842]

Is there a reason why you didn’t just hook up the fiber optic cable that’s already in the door under the trim, to the silver adapter that changes the colors? I just took out my pcb’s to chang the light from that ugly orange to a saphire blue LED and then I was thinking about just plugging in that kit into what’s already there. I totally understand why ypu did the dash the way ypu did but why not the doors?

[@Tk5869]

I was sold on it untill you disassembled the door and started wiring everything on the inside :-( I'm looking for a kit that can be installed without disassembling the whole car. But it looks really cool though

[@PettyMitch]

I’m sure there’s plenty of other options but it won’t look early as good if you don’t do all that. You’d have wires all over your car going to your cigarette lighter ports and stuff

[@iKankaaZ]

Why didnt you show everything? That doesnt Really help

[@rashadarbab2769]

Anyone know if this has apple car play support? It’d be nice to control it from within the car.

[@MarlonWilliams1]

Is anyone else also excited by the motorcross bike tyres ☺️☺️😁😁🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@tauchainagoras6044]

Does it still light on when bend over 90 degree angle? Will it break? Where can ww tap headlights to power it?

[@Revoluzion]

Looking dope! i was thinking if its possible to fit the led to the original ambient tube? that way it looks oem but brighter than the super low ambient light that came with the car.

[@irifyan4643]

Thank you for all the details I will do the same with my e90, one more subscriber

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Awesome, thank you!

[@slinslim]

Hey, did you do this in your e90? How did it look? Did it take you long?

[@evanswaby6785]

Do u have a full video without being speeder up so I can do this on my bmw

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Sorry Evan, this is the only video we have

[@laidbak2904]

I just purchased these and I want to know what power source did you connect it too? And what kind of fuse did you use when connecting to the power source?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Hey man, so sorry for the late reply. I have a fuse tap which runs power in to the glove box. In there i have 2 12v sockets, one for this and one for my phone charger. I intended to hook these up to the headlights. But in true 2020 fashion, things have not gone to plan.

[@laidbak2904]

@@ZeroTo60Tube lol no worries I wasn't expecting a reply until after holidays honestly lol. But thanks

[@rbmwiv]

They are called accordion boots.

[@Bruno-xb2mt]

Best tutorial for this on youtube! I’m going to do this on my car but would it be possible for me to fit it under the silver dash trim and the silver trim on the door card so that its lower?

[@johnmogk71]

How do you covered the Hotspots?

[@jgvbadv]

Hey! How is this holding up? Does it have parts that don't light up anymore or is just as the first day? Thanks for the answer :)

[@VintageVelocity99]

What would it cost to get this done on a car like mine ( jaguar x type) ?

[@youbarajsharma7603]

Is that RGB app supported in Carplay or Android auto... would be nice if it could control the lighting from Idrive ... anyways thanks for the nice video, my next time pass and retrofit for sure!

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Unfortunately not

[@youbarajsharma7603]

@@ZeroTo60Tube Thanks... how is is holding up after 10 months? Is the product somewhat durable?

[@julianborabora]

Where did you connect that short strip of optic fiber, which is located between the steering wheel and the right door? Is it separate from the long strip on left of the steering wheel or is it hidden in the right to dashboard?

[@Ethankeenan02]

That look really good

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

It looks more OEM than i was expecting. And it's made driving the car home at night feel a little more special now.

[@2stocke9x]

I changed my boost solenoid 3 times because my 2011 BMW 335i coupe keeps cutting out under full throttle and sometimes it’ll throw me into stupid mode as well. PLEASE HELP HELP HELP. I am sooooo frustrated and overwhelmed with this I had a BMW master tech look at it for months and he couldn’t figure it out!!! Im on MHD Stage 2+ with 93 octane pump gas only with full bolt ons and either a stock turbo or vargas level one or vargas level 2 turbo, the previous owner couldn’t prove to me that he swapped the turbo so I think its stock. GOD HELP ME im so close to ditching this piece of shit and driving it into a wall!!!!

[@OhioBallKnower]

Can you guys do this to an e39 please please and please

[@YesJosh]

I bought these also but for f30

[@mondaythe10th]

Really enjoying your videos as a new 335i owner myself and I've actually bought these since watching this! I've got 12v at the power connector by can't seem to get life from the LEDs.... I've tried 3 different apps (which are all identical anyway!) But no joy still. How did you guys pair and did the LEDs come straight on with 12v or did they have to be turned on by the app?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

From memory, the first time i ever powered them on, they did turn on with out needed to open the app. Can you see if they are powering up their bluetooth module? You should be able to plug the unit in and then see a bluetooth device in your phones bluetooth connections.

[@mondaythe10th]

@@ZeroTo60Tube I need to check tomorrow on the car itself as so far I've been using a Milwaukee 12v impact driver battery and a multimeter to check what's happening and whilst the board is getting 12.7(ish)v, I can't find any Bluetooth devices or any sign of life really. I imagine it's faulty but will connect it to the car battery and ground tomorrow just to be sure before returning. Cheers anyway 👍🏼 I've subbed and look forward to the next vid 😁

[@f1ex_3d]

Who does this in London for less than £150 for a f26 X4 2014 please help?

[@VulcanAutoworx]

I know you said they are powered by the 12v outlet you installed, but what did you tie into for the outlet? I need a a constant power source

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

I used a fuse tap, as the fuse box is just behind the glove box. You can pretty much tap in to a constant or switched power source in there.

[@golferrtdii8342]

how. ordered that ambilight

[@dawanamorgan4986]

Please... is there a way to do this without taking the door apart ?

[@ionutmunteanu8732]

Hi guys, is that something you can do for other people ?😂 I’m struggling to find a place that does this, or if I find is extra busy. Thanks 🙏

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Unfortunately not. Just short of time due to playing with our own cars. I reckon a car stereo installer would be worth speaking to about install. It no harder than fitting speakers.

[@nigelbryant5932]

Brilliant review. I can't seem to use this kit on my android phone.

[@odk1105]

imagine wanting that in your car lol

[@rbmwiv]

The difference with the more expensive kits are the light cable is able to bend sharply without messing it up and causing hot spots and brakes. The brains and leds are pretty much the same.

[@alexandruionescu2887]

Where i found one kit?

[@Talentueux-]

Which App did u use? Mine Are Not connecting with the App

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Lotus

[@TheFirstIndigoAlchemist]

I can’t get my app to work

[@twhite91911]

Thx for this video! I bought one of these same kits a few months back for an e70 and had been putting the install off because I wasn't sure of the complexity & especially how I was going install the big LED bulbs ends

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Thanks for checking it out. Yes that was my biggest concern, but being able to cut the wires and rejoin them in the door was perfect.

[@knulleriboy]

There is a similar kit but with individual leds for each door and one master box. This way you don’t have to feed wires throughout the whole car. Check the link below. a.aliexpress.com/_BTVER7

[@irontrev1640]

How did it work with the E70? I am thinking about the same thing,

[@twhite91911]

@@irontrev1640 I liked the results. I replied with a link to some pics but guess it got deleted. let me know if you'd like to see.

[@jasonrowe9470]

I got mine and after I ran the light loom and tucked it all the way neat the light doesn't travel more then 3" from the connector. How are your so bright!!

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

You do need to be careful not to kink the tube. Also the postion of the tube to source LED is important, with a flat cut at the end.

[@danielrodriguesdesousa6253]

Show show show show show

[@kmtb2011]

I WANNA DO THIS ON MY E91 TOURING! WOW

[@jesusceballos2267]

this was helpless. i still don’t know how to work this shit

[@BlixemBlixem]

Never knew about this. Looks like an easy way to add a bit of bling.

[@marlonhofmann7736]

is there no way to use the stock ambient thing? :/

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Not at get the same effect. The stock stuff is very very dim.

[@fgfs7268]

Looks almost like my dads 2020 e63

[@Adelino1]

Doesnt have to be an amg to have standard ambient lights

[@Diesel27px]

Have you unmounted the dash trim to fit the lightning wire maybe use any glue to fit it? Thanks for answer!

[@vvugl]

Good tutorial mate. Just ordered a set because of you guys. Could you tell me where I can connect it to the power @ my E93? No 12v at my glove box like you guys have. Thanks & greetings from germany.

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Unfortunately i have never played with a e93. But i just used a fuse tap in to the fuse box in the glove box.

[@786slizza]

@@ZeroTo60Tube please please can you say which fuse did you tap this into and does it turn on automatically with the car ignition?

[@coreydalton-thorp1656]

How much do you think this would cost me to get it installed at a garage as i darent try installing myself

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

An average mechanical shop probably wouldnt want to do it. But a car audio installer would be keen. I'd say they would need to allow 3-4 hours. So it would depend on their hourly rate.

[@coreydalton-thorp1656]

@@ZeroTo60Tube thanks for the repsonse ive just phoned halfords they said they wouldnt touch it as it can mess with the engine management light have you had any problems with the installation i also have a bmw as well

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

no problems at all. Yeah defs speak to an actual car audio specialty shop. Or maybe an auto electrician.

[@coreydalton-thorp1656]

@@ZeroTo60Tube will do thank you mate

[@kwlopsaro]

Hello, may i ask where is the power from? Can you show me how you connect it?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

i used a fuse tap

[@JoseGarcia-mp3nf]

Can’t do this on my Kia k5 :/

[@RaVAndres]

very very nice, well done job, thanks for sharing it

[@shelovesgogos4407]

Good job mate👌

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Thanks 😁

[@danielrodriguesdesousa6253]

Eu queria ver ficar assim era no meu Honda Civic 2007/08

[@hgggfhj2190]

Would these work in a bmw x1? (2010)

[@DooM3120]

is it possible to power them from power socket cables inside the dashboard?

[@steambao]

Footwell lights! Also, keep it pink.

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

haha, well i think the RGB footwell lights are happening.

[@TheFirstIndigoAlchemist]

It won’t connect to the lights

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

did you work it out

[@hiimappy]

Why does it cost more on amazon than ebay? Is it the same seller or just different options? How's it working out for you after 7 months?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Still going strong in the car. Ive noticed the prices do fluctuate. I think they monitor what other sellers are doing and ebay might be a bit more competitive at the moment

[@hiimappy]

@@ZeroTo60Tube just realized I commented 1 month ago about the same reliability question lol sorry but thank you for taking the time (again) in replying :) The one you got was from eBay right? If so hows the warranty in case it messes up...that's my biggest concern when doing this and having to remove the headliner again for replacement

[@Dayzmackers]

I would connect it to the angeleyes so they go on when i unlock the doors

[@thetad1242]

WOW, that looks OEM like

[@kadyhelstein2561]

Where did you ordered this kit? Can i get a link?

[@gavingavin4572]

How did you do the dash?

[@alilazmo]

Question. If you forgot your phone. Will you be able to turn them on? What color will it be?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

With mine, if i push the main power button on the 12v socket it will turn the control box off, then when i turn it back on the lights are the same colour they were when last used.

[@hiimappy]

6 months in, did it last?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

The product still works perfectly. However i have had to refit the section on the main dash as it came loose after a while. The black car gets very hot inside in QLD heat, so it is hard on the interiors. Basically just used some glue to hold it in place. The biggest thing i would recommend is set it up for use at night only, so you wont see it during the day and it will be the correct brightness at night time. It has the power to light up the interior at night and be too bright.

[@hiimappy]

@@ZeroTo60Tubedoesn't the app have a dimmer setting? 🤔

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

@@hiimappy Yes, yes, but i mean have it set so they power on when you turn your lights on and everything is good to go. It is a mess about using the app when you just want to get in drive

[@JackRR15]

Doesn't your cars already have the stock optic strip? Mine has it.

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Yes but they are a very different light to an ambient light. You cant even really see the optic strip on a e92 the LEDs are so dim.

[@JackRR15]

@@ZeroTo60Tube I agree it was a bit dim was wondering why people install these I see now.

[@joijohnson5923]

When did you install the fiber tube?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

The day the video went live.

[@rbrs1741]

Kinda fancy getting myself a 13 plate e92 m3 but I’m not a fan of the out dated nav system is there a new system around I could possibly buy ?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

I actually run an Android unit in my car. Absolutely love it for youtube, netflix, spotify, waze google maps etc. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZC0pYOMnd6cgbs

[@rbrs1741]

Zero To 60 very nice just fancied another weekend kinda car with a little more sophistication than my RS haha I’ll give the video a check out

[@matizbt]

What's the name of this app?

[@ica_827]

Lotus Lantern

[@isthatlonzo]

Would these work for a bmw 128i 2011 ?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

I think so. But you need to make sure you can place the wire in a nice spot on the dash and door

[@ivobeljo9145]

Can that steering wheel go in my bmw e90 2005?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Yes it can.

[@ivobeljo9145]

@@ZeroTo60Tube thanks a lot

[@dean167]

Hi mate, how are your lights months after ? Have you had any issues ? I ordered the same of the back of this video and gonna attempt to install them today in my w205, I’ve seen so Many mixed reviews on these yours is the only review where they look good and had no issues on install

[@dean167]

Also what power source did you go with in the end ?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Hi Dean, they are still looking good. However, when you install, it is very important not to kink or bend the fibre optic tube. If you kink it, it will not allow the light to pass through it so brightly. I think that is what so many people do when they install them. They are just too rough and actually damage the fibre. Make sure you power it up out of the car first and look for any hotspots. If there are hotspots, that means its kinked and wont look right in the car. In regards to power source. They are still connected to the 12v socket in my globe box that i use to charge my phone. I have not hooked them up to the headlight circuit yet. Just been a bit busy this year. In saying that, the app works so well. Its super easy to turn them on with my phone. Also as a heads up, it's not very bright at all during the day.

[@dean167]

Zero To 60 Great heads up! I will take that on board I’m not gonna be bending it around any trim etc gonna install without damaging the fibre, in all honest opinion is it worth me installing these as I’m gonna have to take doorcards off etc and hardwire it in but don’t wanna go to all this trouble if there not gonna be worth it, if you say there not really I’ll just send them back and buy a proper ambient light set

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Well the big difference between these and a kit designed specifically for a vehicle, is these dont reflect or shine on parts of the trim. They just glow/light up themselves. A factory fitted kit, is designed to light up and reflect off part of the trim. Thats the difference. For what these cost i think they are a wicked way to modernise and older vehicle. Is is comparable to a new 7 series or S class, lighting.... no. It was definitely worth it for me, but i like doing diy stuff.

[@dean167]

Zero To 60 💯 buddy I’m same as you! They’ve just arrived so gonna fit them now thanks for your advice buddy literally got your video up on how to install on my dash board whilst installing! Thanks mate

[@fahdbagunaid1041]

Is it still working well after 4 months? Coz I have the same kit and I'm concerned how long it would last. BTW your videos are awesome 😁.

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Yes, still working. However i still haven't made it automatic. So i have to manually turn it on.

[@fahdbagunaid1041]

Zero To 60 Thank you for the fast response! I planned to put it on the Auto light fuse, so it would turn on with it.👍

[@sfeerbeer7195]

does it fit on the e90?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

yep

[@modimohammed7391]

Hey. I was wondering what’s the name of the app you used? Thank you.

[@destinydagger6878]

Wats the app called

[@ica_827]

Lotus Lantern

[@ica_827]

@@destinydagger6878 Lotus Lantern

[@JerainJezza]

lol :D

[@tylercouture216]

Would this be possible with a E60 M5 ?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Yes definitely.

[@tylercouture216]

@@ZeroTo60Tube thanks for the response I will definitely be getting this kit !

[@KurumaDesigns]

Not sure if I like it or not

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

We were definitely having second thoughts. But 2 days in and its pretty cool switching it on at nighttime. One downside, it's not very visible during the day at all. It is really a night time only thing.

[@laurabailey8494]

Amazing

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@hafizqureshi3613]

Where can i buy this

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

link in description

[@andrewsantillan4798]

can y9u show how you powered it up

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

I have a power socket in the glovebox that i used to run a phone charger. I currently just have it plugged in to that.

[@THEZEST1357]

If you want to get rid of those "hotspots" try EL wire instead - can get it cheap on ebay.

[@bryaandaviid2954]

Where did you connect them to give them power?

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

I have a power socket in the glove box that i use to power my phone charger. Its tapped in to the fuse box using a fuse tap.

[@ethersecure2432]

Mission to NOT rice out your car? Utter failure.

[@terrynewman1679]

This looks so cheesy

[@joewallace2527]

Is the factory 'ambient light' feed enough to power them? Just rather than having to run an entire separate power

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

Well these need power at the brain box which goes under dash anyway. They don’t draw much current. But for the work involved in installing them, power is the easiest part

[@joewallace2527]

@@ZeroTo60Tube I found it interesting since considering the cost, they actually look to fit quite well. I've found some on eBay that are literally just the led and strip (and holder thing). Always wanted to swap mine out and figured why not just unplug the OEM ones and use their power instead. Wouldn't be much more helpful however if they're just the same brightness 😂

[@adjutantgamer2584]

Can u pls give the link to this product

[@ZeroTo60Tube]

The correct link is in the description.