Nick7602,
I finally managed to swap out the ECU and CAS module and get the car functional again.
Before putting everything back again i decided to complete the gearshift change.
I used a small trim tool i have to lift the leather gear lever shroud up off the console. Do not use anything metal as it can damage your center console.
I connected it all up, tested functionality before finalising, taped all connectors with electical tape and reassembled.
This is the outcome:
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My thoughts:
1) Although i mentioned that it was made of plastic and it does feels very light out of the box, after i installed it, it felt quite solid.
For various reasons above i haven't driven it more than about 50mtrs (to move the car to a differnt spot) as yet.
2) The wiring, at the connectors, does not seem especially hardy hene the reason i decided to tape them up.
3) When installed, you have both panels lighting up. The original one on the side of the gearshift and now the new one on the gearshift itself. This can be a bit confusing, and the original can be disconnected if you prefer.
4) As you can see from the pics, on the original panel, you have P, R, N, D in one contiguous motion. On the new one, park is at the very top on its own AND the green P LED sign is at the middle of the lower half. Very confusing indeed if looking at it. I'm sure i will get used to it over time though.
5) Other than that though i think it's aesthetically pleasing. The wife loves the look of it. The neighbour is most impressed and it brings the older cars in line with the newer models, so i'm all for it.
