Anyone direct wire a Radar Detector in E70

[brian5]

Is any using the new Savvy add-on with the V1? It's not working for me (forget the Remote).

I am having issues with the Main unit. Every couple of minutes, all the LEDs come on, flicker like crazy, then the Main unit resets. Then it appears to settle down and then repeats this faulty cycle.

Thanks

[X5FX]

Works great for me, Ive been using it for several weeks now. Contact Valentine, maybe yours is defective.

Have you checked your FW? Maybe you need an update.

[brian5]

Originally Posted by X5FX

Works great for me, Ive been using it for several weeks now. Contact Valentine, maybe yours is defective.

Have you checked your FW? Maybe you need an update.

Thanks. I have contacted Valentine; no response today

I updated firmware to latest version just a few months ago. Suspect the Savvy or else my model X5 is incompatible...

[TigerDave]

I've already hard-wired my Escort Redline in my 2004 E46 M3 using the Escort Direct Wire Power Cord, so I bought a 2nd one for my 2011 x35d.

I followed the steps outlined in Post #47, but not matter what I tried, I could not get 12V power from the green/white wire indicated.

So I taped a small section of a paper clip to my voltmeter's probe and started poking around. It didn't take long.

Turns out that Port #3 on the black, 4-port connector supplies 12V of power whenever the X5 is in "accessory mode" or when the engine is running. Coincidentally, this wire is also green with a white stripe.

I was also able to mount the detector to the windshield using the stock Escort dual-suction cup mount in location that does not interfere with the driver-side sun visor nor the BMW OEM Sunshade. Nice!

Also, I didn't dremel a hole into the console like in Post #47. Rather, I did the same thing as on my M3; I merely rant the wire over the rubber grommet that touches the very top of the windshield. No problems at all.

[2007X5]

I installed a Savvy adapter with my V1 this weekend and notice that the V1 doesn't power on for a few seconds after the car starts. Is this normal? After it powers on everything works fine, it is just a noticeable delay from when it was plugged into the cigarette lighter.

Thanks for the tip on using the Savvy as I really like the mute at low speed!

Mike

[X5FX]

Originally Posted by 2007X5

I installed a Savvy adapter with my V1 this weekend and notice that the V1 doesn't power on for a few seconds after the car starts. Is this normal? After it powers on everything works fine, it is just a noticeable delay from when it was plugged into the cigarette lighter.

Thanks for the tip on using the Savvy as I really like the mute at low speed!

Mike

yes, its communicating with the car, this is normal and mentioned in the instructions.

[TigerDave]

Just added pics to my previous post.

[Bimmerx53]

Sorry if this is a repeat question, but how did you remove the trim in front of the reading lights that covers the clips holding the entire housing?

I tried pulling mine from the front but I feel like i'm going to snap it in two.
Did you simply pull yours off? and how much force did you have to use to do it?

Thanks

Originally Posted by X5Mod

The use of this DIY is for reference only; I disclaim all LIABILITY FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR INJURIES THAT RESULT FROM ANY USE OF THE EXAMPLES, INSTRUCTIONS OR OTHER INFORMATION IN THIS DIY.

[edco]

Originally Posted by Bimmerx53

Sorry if this is a repeat question, but how did you remove the trim in front of the reading lights that covers the clips holding the entire housing?

I tried pulling mine from the front but I feel like i'm going to snap it in two.
Did you simply pull yours off? and how much force did you have to use to do it?

Thanks

I realize this is an OLD thread, but in my 2011 E70, I find that same resistance to pulling down the overhead console trim to route the power for my Escort. And like the previous poster, I am reluctant to break some flimsy plastic.

So realizing this is likely a DUMB question, do you pull down from the side closer to the windshield or closer to the sunroof ?

Thank you as always,

ed

[Bimmerx53]

Originally Posted by edco

I realize this is an OLD thread, but in my 2011 E70, I find that same resistance to pulling down the overhead console trim to route the power for my Escort. And like the previous poster, I am reluctant to break some flimsy plastic.

So realizing this is likely a DUMB question, do you pull down from the side closer to the windshield or closer to the sunroof ?

Thank you as always,

ed

No, not a dumb question at all! After removing my cover a few times, I did accidentally break one clip for that flimsy plastic thing but it's not noticeable at all. So instead, now what I do is I target the two big clips which hold the entire console on themselves, instead of first removing that plastic thing.

Everything comes down from the windshield side, and there are two decent sized clips (again on the windshield side) which hold the entire console on. One on each side. So what I do is I get a paint scraper and gently insert it into the edge of the console going in from the windshield side towards the sunroof, until it reaches the clips. The scraper should go in about half an inch or so before hitting the clip. Once you hit the clip, push until you feel the clip become undone. Once you have undone one clip, move onto the next and the entire console will come off with that flimsy piece of plastic attached to it.

P.S.
1) Be sure to use a Plastic paint scraper to avoid ripping the roof lining.
2) When you insert the scraper to undo the clips, keep the scraper pushed up agains the roof or else you will risk popping the flimsy plastic cover off. You have a 50/50 chance of breaking the clips holding the plastic cover on if it is removed in this way.

Hope this helps and feel free to let me know if you have any more questions!