What’s this?

[Tornado]

Hi All,
Can anyone please identify this part?

It is found on the center console, behind the driver and passenger, behind the hinge of the storage unit.

It has two wires, probably power and ground.

Also 6922211 is printed…

Google AI to the rescue.. wow I’m impressed!

5WVK4 9132 is printed on it from Siemens The number combination "5WVK4 9132" seems to be referencing part numbers for an antenna or keyless access system, specifically related to BMW vehicles. The "6922211" part number, along with the "SIEMENS VDO 5WK4 9132" notation, indicates a Siemens or VDO-produced component within BMW's convenience access systems, often found in models like the E90, E60, and X5. It's likely related to the interior antenna for keyless entry and start features.

 

[Tornado]

Next question, is it supposed to just be loose like this??

 

[B21]

It’s one of several comfort access aerials ..I think there are about 5 at least in the car..

 

[B21]

Yes it is ..it locates under the centre arm rest on the rear centre tunnel/bulkhead

 

[Tornado]

I think it clips to the underside of this plastic part it was under. It doesn't make sense for an antenna to be sitting on the tunnel.