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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-14-2014, 03:31 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,043
Posted By Gadgets4U
Brake differences between US & Euro Spec 35sd X5

With the Brake Rotors on the 35sd X5s does anyone know if there is a difference in size between the US & Euro Spec models?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-24-2012, 03:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,905
Posted By Gadgets4U
I've just come back from an Alpine x-Drive course...

I've just come back from an Alpine x-Drive course and with the exception of the X6 the only major change to the x-Drive was back in the E53 X5 in 2002. Ever since then is been the same or similar...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-11-2012, 02:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,585
Posted By Gadgets4U
I don't have the running boards and I'm getting a...

I don't have the running boards and I'm getting a lot of stone chips on the leading edge of the rear wheel arch and was thinking of getting them fitted to stop this happening. Pity were in different...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-22-2012, 05:32 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 15,390
Posted By Gadgets4U
HIDs do produce heat but so do the original 35W...

HIDs do produce heat but so do the original 35W Halogens lamps. Whether there is a substantial difference between the two might be worth checking. Anyone who has them fitted able to check?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-18-2012, 03:46 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 21,515
Posted By Gadgets4U
The ECU, doesn't deal with the lighting circuit...

The ECU, doesn't deal with the lighting circuit the LCM or light control module does. It is very similar on all the E53, E83, E39, E43 & >'96 E38s it will detect blown lamps and over current/wattage...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-17-2012, 04:56 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 21,515
Posted By Gadgets4U
On the E46 I went through the ECU container to...

On the E46 I went through the ECU container to get through the firewall and removed the glove box to pickup the entry light via the passenger footwell lamp. The side light was picked up in the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-17-2012, 04:04 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 21,515
Posted By Gadgets4U
You should only need one relay if you are going...

You should only need one relay if you are going to link in to the park lights and the entry lights.
The connections should be:
Relay COM to ballasts,
relay N/O to BAT,
relay N/C to park light...
Forum: Bluetooth 05-28-2012, 01:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,893
Posted By Gadgets4U
Android 4.0.x and BMW Bluetooth

I'm new to the BMW Bluetooth systems as my previous ride an 09, X3 didn't have it, so I installed Parrot MKi9200 & UNIKA interface. Now I'm in a '09 X5 with Bluetooth as part of the iDrive, I've...
Forum: Bluetooth 05-28-2012, 01:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,125
Posted By Gadgets4U
Just out of interest, did the phone book entries...

Just out of interest, did the phone book entries come through ok?
I have Android 4.0.3 and use the "+" sign for the international dial code on the phone but on my BMW the phone book doesn't receive...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-23-2012, 04:01 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,168
Posted By Gadgets4U
Is someone able to scan and upload the letter as...

Is someone able to scan and upload the letter as a link? I'm due to collect my " new" 2009 X5 on Sunday and would like to make sure the dealer has done the work before I collect it.
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-21-2012, 04:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,883
Posted By Gadgets4U
Dice kit would be the way to go

Dice kit would be the way to go
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 01-25-2012, 08:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,428
Posted By Gadgets4U
Any 10 pin white ones like the one in the Fakra...

Any 10 pin white ones like the one in the Fakra plug in the picture? Thats the one you need to find. If you do, remove the blue locking pin on the back of the Fakra, insert the 10pin plug in to the...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 01-25-2012, 06:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,428
Posted By Gadgets4U
If the Fakra plug is in the front then the CD...

If the Fakra plug is in the front then the CD Changer connector should be in the front as well. If possible try chasing the 6 pin connector under the centre console where you plugged the DICE wiring...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 01-25-2012, 05:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,428
Posted By Gadgets4U
Have you Identified what modules you have in the...

Have you Identified what modules you have in the LHS of the Trunk?
If you have a module with a plug similar to the one below (but with thin flat terminals instead or round ones) then thats your...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 01-25-2012, 03:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,428
Posted By Gadgets4U
Check to make sure the CD Changer plug/cable is...

Check to make sure the CD Changer plug/cable is installed in the FAKRA plug on the back/bottom of the radio module in the trunk and not loose or tied to the loom. From what I've been reading about...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 01-24-2012, 03:42 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,428
Posted By Gadgets4U
Was the CD stacker working before you installed...

Was the CD stacker working before you installed the Media Bridge or wasn't there one installed? If it was and you've installed the Media Bridge using the connections from it there shouldn't be any...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 01-03-2012, 03:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 10,735
Posted By Gadgets4U
Is the engine Petrol or Diesel? Who has done...

Is the engine Petrol or Diesel?
Who has done the servicing - BMW Dealer or third Party?
Who and Where has it been driven - Lady owner on High Way or Rally Driver on Dirt/unsealed roads?
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 12-26-2011, 07:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,257
Posted By Gadgets4U
My X3 is a 2009 version too, though non nav. I've...

My X3 is a 2009 version too, though non nav. I've found that it's minus the wiring loom to the rear of the car for the towing hitch electrics, the BMW Dealer said that it's not "towing hitch ready"...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 12-26-2011, 12:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,257
Posted By Gadgets4U
Hi, There should be a 3-pin connector located...

Hi, There should be a 3-pin connector located with the 6-pin one under the centre console. You might have to hunt for it under the silver colored metal plate, I did when I installed a Silverline in...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 05-22-2011, 05:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,167
Posted By Gadgets4U
EAS has some good looking 60 chip LED Halo kits...

EAS has some good looking 60 chip LED Halo kits that might be of interest to you.
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 05-17-2011, 03:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 21,516
Posted By Gadgets4U
No thread sorry, just experience with my E39 540....

No thread sorry, just experience with my E39 540. Some of the clips on the sill plates cracked on them, but with the X3 I guess they're a bit younger and less brittle and didn't break. I don't tend...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 05-16-2011, 12:55 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 21,516
Posted By Gadgets4U
I have the camera directly powered by the reverse...

I have the camera directly powered by the reverse light (no errors via the LCM) and as soon as the reverse camera input on the Dynavin senses the video signal the display changes to the camera. The...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 05-15-2011, 04:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 21,516
Posted By Gadgets4U
The Dynavin unit is great. Plug n Play with the...

The Dynavin unit is great. Plug n Play with the factory stereo. The interface is good, the Maps installed on mine are the IGo ver 8 and they are readly updateable, with versions for Australia & New...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 05-15-2011, 04:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,000
Posted By Gadgets4U
Try the Dice Media Bridge, you'll also get...

Try the Dice Media Bridge, you'll also get bluetooth handsfree for answering your phone.
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