This problem is now resolved. Both the instrument cluster and the central information system needed to be updated and re-coded. This was done by my local independent shop using an Autologic. I was very worried I might need to buy a new cluster, but that was thankfully avoided. Bottom line, the Schwaben scan tool turned on a CBS function that does not exsist on 2008 USA X5s, (perhaps only exists on certain non-USA market M cars.)

So far, my newly acquired Schwaben scan tool is 0-1; it's first use causing damage that cost more to undo than the cost of tool itself.

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2014 BMW 328i Xdrive
2011 BMW 335i M-Sport
2008 BMW X5 4.8i Sport
2000 BMW 528i 5sp