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Originally Posted by hugo_nz

You need something like this: https://emtronika.com/index.php/prod...-socket-100cm/

Removing the iDrive is actually really easy.
Pull off the wood trim on the dash (no screws)
4 screws on the climate panel
4 screws on the iDrive
Pull it out

Easy :-)

You've talked me into it !

Looking where to buy the cable I saw this which looks like it should do the job and is a bit cheaper

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-CIC-N...-/162643258706

Will feedback once I've given it a go !