Cool "Hidden" features of the E53 X5

[king_o]

Thanks guys, I also didn't know the centre console moved!!
Can't find a socket yet, there may not be one in UK model as steering wheel in the way........

[x5mdrocks]

Forgive the excitement if you already knew this. I thought it was a great idea! The ski bag is well hidden behind the center of the rear seat. Lower the center (where the arm rest would be), click open the hidden plastic door, then unfold the bag. It communicates with the cargo area through an opening in the back. Great way to store skis without ruining your upholstery!! Has anyone seen any other vehicle with this option??

[NINCHS]

Originally Posted by Dblock2151

I was kind of upset when I opened my glove department, and didn't see the BMW flashlight, like the one in my old 3 series.





Hey bro, were you at Circuit City in Newington by any chance on Saturday? Someone parked near me in a Lemans X5 that looked exactly like yours.

buy one on ebay or from circle bmw or pacific bmw or ur local bmw. you get the idea.

[NINCHS]

Originally Posted by king_o

Thanks guys, I also didn't know the centre console moved!!
Can't find a socket yet, there may not be one in UK model as steering wheel in the way........

try the passanger side maybe?

[king_o]

Originally Posted by NINCHS

try the passanger side maybe?

Hehe, of course I did, but maybe because our steering wheel is on the right they just didn't add a socket to the 'other' side for the UK.

[NINCHS]

Originally Posted by Jay330Ci

Anyone have any they'd like to share?

Being that you are in IL, if you send me your spare key and address I can make your X5 disappear.

Kidding, good post though, I didnt know about the sliding armrest either!

[skins2wiz]

Great thread! I'm a new owner, as well.

[arias1516]

Waoooo, i just got my 2004 X5 3.0 two weeks ago, I change the grill, got the running boards, will get 20" rims, will post some pictures later. I'm learning lots of nice things about bmw... veryyyy helpful.
Thanks

[Michelle]

Originally Posted by arias1516

Waoooo, i just got my 2004 X5 3.0 two weeks ago, I change the grill, got the running boards, will get 20" rims, will post some pictures later. I'm learning lots of nice things about bmw... veryyyy helpful.
Thanks

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[MiCkEy]

I have a few (they might be part of the manual already..I did not RTFM)

1. Hit the high beam with the car not running and no key in ignition before locking the car. The xenons switch on for a few seconds (30 secs I think) to illuminate the path ahead (pathway lighting?) Good if you have a longish walk to the gate/house and need extra light

2. Same as above but turn the indicator stalk left or right for dimmed parking light. Good if you want to park on the side street. I use this a lot.

3. Keep the DSC button pressed for 30 seconds or so. It will blink and then finally turn off. I know it does something but can't remember what.

4. If you have disconnected the battery and on reconnection, the instrument cluster lights up like a Christmas tree, start the X, and move the steering wheel all the way to the left, wait 2 seconds and then all the way to the right. That does reset most of the lights.

5. One can disable the motion-sensor in the X (you know there is one there right?) by locking the car one more time once you have hit the lock button on the remote. That, I think, also turns off the little red light under the rear-view mirror as well.