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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-22-2006, 01:03 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,061
Posted By disneysw
New a switched power source from behind the Sat/Nav

Does anyone know where I can find a switched 12V power source somewhere behind the Sat/Nav display that is (ideally) active when the alarm is disabled and off when the alarm is enabled i.e. a 12V...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-25-2006, 05:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,316
Posted By disneysw
Tried all of that, it still blows cold, time to...

Tried all of that, it still blows cold, time to got to the dealer ;)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-22-2006, 08:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,179
Posted By disneysw
No I have that fitted and it goes under the spare...

No I have that fitted and it goes under the spare wheel.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-22-2006, 07:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,179
Posted By disneysw
What is this connector?

What is this connector? It is on my 2005 X5 and in the same location as where I think you normally find the voice module connector.

11656
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-22-2006, 05:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,316
Posted By disneysw
Help - Rear A/C problem

OK, my rear air vent only blows cold air, in fact I would go so far as to say it was a/c cold. The rear blower works fine and I can control the speed but the dial to set the temp has no effect or at...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-11-2006, 12:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,255
Posted By disneysw
So is there any software that can be used to code...

So is there any software that can be used to code the X5 without going to the dealer or spending a fortune?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-09-2006, 07:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,518
Posted By disneysw
Xenon lifespan

OK, another dumb question but how does the lifespan of a xenon bulb compare to that of a normal headlamp bulb?

I am just curious.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-09-2006, 07:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,255
Posted By disneysw
Just what can you change with carsoft?

I am curious, but what can be changed using carsoft or similar tools?


Also I see from eBay they only claim to work on pre 2005 models what would happen with my late 2005 model? Why don't they...
Forum: Navigation System 11-09-2006, 04:00 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 20,354
Posted By disneysw
I was going to ask the same thingwith the files...

I was going to ask the same thingwith the files ideally placed in the correct directory structure so they could be drag-and-dropped onto the DVD. At least that way it would be easy to determine how...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-03-2006, 01:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,268
Posted By disneysw
You would need to do something with the Oxygen...

You would need to do something with the Oxygen sensors fitted after the catalytic converter. These sensors are a critical part of the engine management system and would be reporting something very...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-03-2006, 01:18 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 11,499
Posted By disneysw
These people can do petrol to LPG conversions: ...

These people can do petrol to LPG conversions:

http://www.lpg-vehicles.co.uk/lpg_conversions/lpg_conversions_n_ireland.htm

and you can read about diesel/LPG conversion here:
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-03-2006, 10:53 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 11,499
Posted By disneysw
I used to have a Grand Cherokee with an LPG...

I used to have a Grand Cherokee with an LPG conversion and loved it the only downside is the time taken to fill the tank is longer than petrol (not nice on winter days). I probably compounded this...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 10-30-2006, 03:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,159
Posted By disneysw
You did check the DSP settings to insure the...

You did check the DSP settings to insure the response curve is flat or the DSP is turned off?
Forum: BMW SAV Items Wanted to Buy 10-29-2006, 06:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,121
Posted By disneysw
Did you look in the area beside the spare wheel...

Did you look in the area beside the spare wheel to see if it has been put in there?

That is where the ball section normall goes when not in use.
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 10-25-2006, 03:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,761
Posted By disneysw
Having prototype/alpha units is very different to...

Having prototype/alpha units is very different to going into volume production. My point was this does not seem to be a large company, so assuming they have engineering resources and some financial...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 10-25-2006, 03:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,258
Posted By disneysw
I have seen the Invision web site but I prefer...

I have seen the Invision web site but I prefer the look of the comfort headrests. That said I like the concept and might attempt to vist them on my next trip to FL.

Screen size is not important...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 10-25-2006, 03:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,761
Posted By disneysw
Does anyone actually have one? This looks...

Does anyone actually have one?

This looks like vapourware. Going by the web site it has been in development for over eight months and still not made it to market. So what does that tell you?
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 10-24-2006, 05:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,258
Posted By disneysw
Headrest monitors in comfort seats

I have read a number of posts stating headrest monitors cannot be fitted in comfort seats but they dont state why. I know a 7" monitor will not fit due to the small size of the headrest, but what...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 10-24-2006, 05:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,500
Posted By disneysw
Most DVD manufactures use the same method to...

Most DVD manufactures use the same method to de-regionise their players. Can you identify who made this unit for BMW (does it have any labels?). If you can it may be possible to identify a means...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-24-2006, 04:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,500
Posted By disneysw
Can't say I have noticed any difference. It may...

Can't say I have noticed any difference. It may be because I spend most of my commute in rush hour traffic and then get a brief burst of 'freedom' on a ring road which includes a number of...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-24-2006, 02:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,500
Posted By disneysw
Is there someway to know which mode the car is...

Is there someway to know which mode the car is in?

DC - yes I have the diesel engine and it is really only a problem on round-abouts (rotarys). I am going to try the 'reset' method outlined above...
Forum: Navigation System 10-23-2006, 03:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,341
Posted By disneysw
Default screen

Ok, this is probably a silly question but I have not had the car long and this is driving me nuts.

I have the sat nav, bluetooth and bmw assist. I want the car to show the sat nav by default when...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-23-2006, 03:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,500
Posted By disneysw
Adaptive transmission

I read that the adaptive transmission 'learns' your driving style and uses the info to select the correct gear - can it be reset or how long does it take to re-learn when your style changes?

Mine...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-21-2006, 11:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,087
Posted By disneysw
Thank you, I had not seen any reference to this...

Thank you, I had not seen any reference to this location on any of the posts I read.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-21-2006, 11:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,087
Posted By disneysw
TV Module

Ok, I am going nuts, where is the TV module on an X5.

All the info I can find points to the rear equipment bays, I have checked both but can't find it. I have removed the plastic covers round...
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