Just for sh!ts and giggles, I decided to revisit the ol' roadtoad forums ...
Clicked on the X5 forums there, and found many links over to xoutpost.com
However, one thing I forgot about roadtoad ... is that they don't allow links over to other sites ... what you get instead is........
All:
If any of you are getting the false CHECK LAMP warnings related to your rear lamps, check out the post I've just put up at the X5 World site (www.[Oops!].com). Go to the LIGHTS section, and its post #21.
This is how to fix your rear lamp assembly in case the BMW dealer has not provided you an updated lamp assembly under warranty and/or you don't feel like buying a new lamp assembly out of pocket.
It's a simple step by step procedure with pics.
Enjoy
MK
www.[oops!].com