Map/Reading Lights

[maX5]

Yeah, it does seem a bit strange.

[Penguin]

Originally Posted by maX5

Yeah, it does seem a bit strange.

Yet another cost reduction no doubt...

[Penguin]

Originally Posted by Penguin

Yet another cost reduction no doubt...

OK, I have to correct my own post.

I went out and checked my 2010 Diesel, and the rear lights are switchable and do have the reading lights. Two possibilities:

(1) The "deluxe" lights with the switch and reading lamps comes with the lighting package of the Premium option, i.e., if you did not order the Premium Package, perhaps you get the non-switchable rear lights, or

(2) Perhaps it has something to do with having, or not having, the third-seat. I do not have the third seat, and I have no idea if they add any lights for the third seat or not.

I suspect it is most likely (1), not (2).

[xnsf]

Originally Posted by Penguin

(1) The "deluxe" lights with the switch and reading lamps comes with the lighting package of the Premium option, i.e., if you did not order the Premium Package, perhaps you get the non-switchable rear lights, or

It's probably that. It was like that on the E53s. You get rear reading lamps only (and extra under bench lights) when you order premium package and auto-dimming mirrors.

[02fireman]

Originally Posted by Penguin

OK, I have to correct my own post.

I went out and checked my 2010 Diesel, and the rear lights are switchable and do have the reading lights. Two possibilities:

(1) The "deluxe" lights with the switch and reading lamps comes with the lighting package of the Premium option, i.e., if you did not order the Premium Package, perhaps you get the non-switchable rear lights, or

(2) Perhaps it has something to do with having, or not having, the third-seat. I do not have the third seat, and I have no idea if they add any lights for the third seat or not.

I suspect it is most likely (1), not (2).

I did not get the premium pkg and do not have the switchable rear lights.Unfortunately the list of what comes with the pkg does not explain well what you will be missing if you do not get the option. I ordered leather and Bluetooth, so for the extra $ I could have just ordered the rest. Should have!

[Penguin]

Originally Posted by 02fireman

I did not get the premium pkg and do not have the switchable rear lights.Unfortunately the list of what comes with the pkg does not explain well what you will be missing if you do not get the option. I ordered leather and Bluetooth, so for the extra $ I could have just ordered the rest. Should have!

Odd are they do no use a different wiring harness for Premium and non-premium, e.g., the connector for the switchable lights is probably there, and you could perhaps upgrade it by simply buying the two light assemblies and replacing the ones you've got.

Not 100% sure about this so you need to check it out in more detail before trying it.

[02fireman]

Originally Posted by Penguin

Odd are they do no use a different wiring harness for Premium and non-premium, e.g., the connector for the switchable lights is probably there, and you could perhaps upgrade it by simply buying the two light assemblies and replacing the ones you've got.

Not 100% sure about this so you need to check it out in more detail before trying it.

You are probably right. Just like when I replaced my light switch to control the rear fogs on the E90. Funny thing is I didn't even realize that I didn't have reading lights in the back since my E90 had them. I just assumed that for 60K you might get them. I really looked like an idiot on a road trip to NY when my rear passengers wanted to look at something after dark and none of us could figure out how to turn on just the rear left/right.

[RSA12]

Also had the rear lights without the reading light. Just ordered i - costs about $60 for both from dealership. not too bad considering the upgrade.

Thanks for the info