Every drive in your X3M or X4M starts with one press. Right now that press lands on a plain factory button. Make it the first thing you see when you drop into the seat.
The AutoTecknic red start stop button for the BMW F97 X3M LCI and F98 X4M LCI replaces the factory button shell with a bold red unit in Bright Red or Satin Red. It is made from OEM-grade ABS with a UV-resistant, scratch-resistant clear coat, and it keeps the original tactile feel and click you already know.
Why a Red Start Stop Button Beats a Sticker or Wrap
Painted or wrapped overlays rely on adhesive film that lifts and discolors as the cabin heat cycles. This is not a film. The button is molded in color, then finished with a hard clear coat topcoat, so the red goes all the way through and the surface stands up to daily use. Only the button shell is replaced. The OEM connector and switch mechanism stay in place, so there is no wiring to touch and no special tools needed.
What's Included
- 1x AutoTecknic red start stop button (Bright Red or Satin Red)
- Extractor putty, if selected as an add-on
Key Features
- OEM-grade ABS, molded in color
- UV-resistant, scratch-resistant clear coat applied as a hard surface layer, not a film
- Retains the factory tactile feel and click mechanism
- Uses the OEM connector and switch, no wiring modification
- Two finishes: Bright Red (ATK-BM-0225-RD) and Satin Red (ATK-BM-0225-SR)
Vehicle Fitment
Fits LCI (facelift) models equipped with the Auto Start/Stop function:
- BMW X3M / F97 LCI (2022-2024): X3M and X3M Competition
- BMW X4M / F98 LCI (2022-2025): X4M and X4M Competition
Your vehicle must have the Auto Start/Stop system. Pick your chassis from the Vehicle Selection menu so the correct button ships.
Installation Notes
This is a button shell swap, not a wiring job. Take your time pulling the factory cap so you do not scratch the surrounding trim.
- Remove the factory button cap using extractor putty (available as an add-on) or a plastic trim tool.
- Press the AutoTecknic red button onto the OEM switch until it seats.
- Confirm the button clicks and starts the vehicle normally.
