Cool "Hidden" features of the E53 X5

[supersteve]

Originally Posted by crosvs

logically, why SHOULD it cause a problem? if anything, if done correctly, then just like on a manual transmission, it's actually EASIER on the car cuz you get the RPMs to the proper speed of the lower gear

You have apparently learned the "proper" way to do it on a different vehicle than an X5. I'm not saying that if done properly it isn't easier on the trans. It's the "IF" that I'm saying isn't good.

While I wouldn't call the auto trans in a 4.4, weak, judging from the amount of posts on this forum refering to the auto trans I wouldn't call it bullet proof either. There are many better engine transmissions combinations out there to learn on. In fact "if done properly" a manual trans can be shifted without any clutch using the "blip" method.

I'm not saying there is anything wrong with your technique, or with the fact that your changing gear this way. I'm just saying that I wouldn't recommend someone learning how to do it on and auto trans X5. I would recommend a VW jetta. The engine is less powerful and the parts are a lot cheaper. That's what I learned on.

[voytek]

Guys, that is fantastic. I had to go to the garage straight away and try the computer set up. Fantastic. As for the DSC it might get me out of trouble during the ski season. Thanks a lot.

[bobalvis]

I have a 2002 X5 3.0i, and have not been able to locate the aux 12vDC outlet on the passenger side. Where is it located, or do I have one?
Thanks,
Bob

[noncom23]

Yes. Open the passenger door and look under the glovebox to the left.(from prior post)

Originally Posted by bobalvis

I have a 2002 X5 3.0i, and have not been able to locate the aux 12vDC outlet on the passenger side. Where is it located, or do I have one?
Thanks,
Bob

[bimmerFanatic]

This thread now has the most views on X5 world (excluding stickies)! Congrats to Jay330Ci for starting it.

[willy_manily]

Does anybody have a pic of the 12v Under the glove box. I looked for mine and ii couldnt find it. Anyobdy have a pic of where the flashlight goes?

[crosvs]

a manual trans can be shifted without any clutch using the "blip" method

yup!! i OFTEN do that with downshifts, esp if my left leg is helping to prop me in the seat while entering a turn and braking at the same time and i need all the lateral support i can get. but can't usually do it with upshifts unless i wait for the engine speed to slow down enough at which point it's too slow and inefficient

[eddii]

Originally Posted by bozo

Im probably the only person on earth that didnt know this, but the windows have a safety feature if your hands are in the way while they're going up! My daughter had her hand in the window and while my wife was putting the window up, I screamed at the top of my lungs "WAIIIIIIITTTTT!!!!"...and then the thing went down!...

cool!!! just tried it and it worked. thanks for the info

[X5Flyboy]

WOW! I own 2 X5 4.4 and never knew there is a flashlight in the glove compartment - I'll have to check them out later this AM

Cool feature in my 2001 X5 is the steering wheel contracts when I turn off the ignition and resets to driving position when I start it up - I have to ask the dealer how to get my 2006 to do this.

[Davud]

Originally Posted by UCrewX5

A common often overlooked feature is the dc socket up in the passenger side footwell.

Dear Mate,
Could you be so kind to be more precise...I can't find this Socket?
Thanks a lot...