X5 Remote Start----any Takers?

[BIMMERE53]

Has anyone had A remote start done or installed one themselves in a 03 x5 3.0?

[ekaz]

A few people have had them installed, not a real popular option. I have one that I plan on installing one of these days....

[BIMMERE53]

I have a done a bunch, never on an X5, the only issue is the doorlocks having no operation when the truck is runing.

[ekaz]

I haven't read anything about the door locks not working.

[CanadianX5]

I've done a bunch.
My only issue is that the key memory seat position does not work any more.
The factory alarm , transponder security and doorlocks still work fine.

[SuaveX5]

the stealer installed mine and when you start the car the door locks work with the remote that come with the remote starter.

[BIMMERE53]

CanadianX5, any tips on locks and bypass?

[CanadianX5]

I cant remember of the top of my head which wires you tap into.
But i do remember that I have to run 3 18 gauge wires into the drivers door. Its a pain in the ass because of the factory door molex.
I always end up drilling a hole through an empty place in the molex just big enough to pass the wires through so it remains factory looking.
The first one i did years ago i screwed up and destroyed one side of the molex.
It took me about 2 hours of sodering and testing wires to repair.
I have it down to a science now.

[CanadianX5]

And for transponder bypass , purchase the OEM key ring
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts...90&hg=32&fg=30
(item 7)
and have the installer make his own transponder unit.
I ve found that all the aftermarket units have a hard time picking the signal up from the key 100% of the time.

[BIMMERE53]

Thank you for the info. I am 1 step ahead of you, I already made the ring with a factory ring, I was an installer for 14 years. I don't miss it, just never did the X5.