iFixitFeb 9

BMW’s latest “innovation” isn’t about performance or safety. It’s a logo-shaped screw designed to keep owners out of their own cars. We dug into the patent, the intent behind it, and why Adafruit is already working on a custom bit to undo BMW’s attempt to block repair. Learn more at the link below.

http://ifixit.com/News/115528/bmws-newest-innovation-is-a-logo-shaped-middle-finger-to-right-to-repair
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Show threadMr. Lance E Sloan (IRL) 👤
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How effective are screw extraction bits on the BMW screw? Once the screw is out, replace it with an ordinary one with the same threads and length.
Feb 9 at 2:08pmMoshidon
Show threadUkeleleEricFeb 9
@sloanlance @iFixit wouldn't be surprised if there was something nonstandard about the thread direction, pitch or depth.