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Old 01-22-2012, 12:40 PM
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Enabling Daytime Running Lights (DRLs)?
Hi,

I would like to enable the daytime running lights on my car, and the dealer quoted me $150 to do this. I figure I can probably buy an adapter for that much and keep it around for the next time I want to make one of these changes...

So, I have been reading and it seems like you need a WinXP laptop with some software and a special usb/serial adapter to connect to the OBD-II port...

I found this cable/adapter: BMW E53 X5 M54 3.0L > Search > Usb > ES#6928 OBDII USB Diagnostic Cable - VT1A0003

Is this the adapter I need?

What about software? I have hard of NCSExpert and others... But what do I really need? Thanks!
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Old 01-23-2012, 08:09 PM
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or go cheaper and get the bmw scanner 1.4 i got mine on fleabay for 30 bucks.
the software has the abillity to enable drl.
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Old 01-24-2012, 07:27 PM
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or go cheaper and get the bmw scanner 1.4 i got mine on fleabay for 30 bucks.
the software has the abillity to enable drl.
This scanner will work with any E53 or only for facelift models?
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Old 01-24-2012, 10:46 PM
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or go cheaper and get the bmw scanner 1.4 i got mine on fleabay for 30 bucks.
the software has the abillity to enable drl.
@nighwhyrito: Thanks for that tip!!! Do you mean one such as the following?

hxxp://www.ebay.com/itm/BMW-SCANNER-1-4-0-ECU-EEPROM-CODER-READER-DIAGNOSTIC-TOOL-/110774659457?pt=UK_Diagnostic_Tools_Equipment&hash =item19caaf2981

Do you remember the seller from whom you purchased it? It seems most sellers on that site are overseas (Asia)...


@Tymatk: I can post pics when I actually get them to turn-on... :-)


Thanks!
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Hi,

I would like to enable the daytime running lights on my car, and the dealer quoted me $150 to do this. I figure I can probably buy an adapter for that much and keep it around for the next time I want to make one of these changes...

So, I have been reading and it seems like you need a WinXP laptop with some software and a special usb/serial adapter to connect to the OBD-II port...

I found this cable/adapter: BMW E53 X5 M54 3.0L > Search > Usb > ES#6928 OBDII USB Diagnostic Cable - VT1A0003

Is this the adapter I need?

What about software? I have hard of NCSExpert and others... But what do I really need? Thanks!
What does Daytime running light looks like on an E53 X5? Don't think i've seen one, do you mind post some pics of your car?

Thanks
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What does Daytime running light looks like on an E53 X5? Don't think i've seen one, do you mind post some pics of your car?

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DRL on the E53 employs the halogen high beams at lower output than when used as the high beam.
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Never knew that, cool. Would a seperate switch is required then?
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Never knew that, cool. Would a seperate switch is required then?
They are not switchable. The feature is programmed by the dealer or with specialized equipment you can purchase.
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I'd leave the DRLs off. I dont have a pic of mine, but it certainly doesnt look good in my opinion. My halos are so dim that even the DRLs overpower them.

Go with some brighter halos as your DRLs. Did that on my previous BMW and loved it.
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Go with some brighter halos as your DRLs. Did that on my previous BMW and loved it.
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