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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-07-2020, 02:57 PM
Replies: 17,309
Views: 3,265,992
Posted By Wangwolf
DIY Video: E53 X5 Rain Sensor Gel Pad Repair ...

DIY Video: E53 X5 Rain Sensor Gel Pad Repair
(https://youtu.be/exYC4_cJNaM)

How to replace the gel pad beneath the rain sensor in a BMW E53 X5. This should also work for E39, E46, and other...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-07-2020, 02:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,997
Posted By Wangwolf
DIY: E53 X5 Rain Sensor Gel Pad Repair

DIY Video: E53 X5 Rain Sensor Gel Pad Repair
(https://youtu.be/exYC4_cJNaM)

How to replace the gel pad beneath the rain sensor in a BMW E53 X5. This should also work for E39, E46, and other...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-18-2019, 07:57 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 73,131
Posted By Wangwolf
On my Avant4, I didn't need to wire the reverse...

On my Avant4, I didn't need to wire the reverse lights to trigger the backup camera. I believe that the adapter unit was able to decode the CAN message for reverse.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-28-2019, 02:18 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 38,869
Posted By Wangwolf
That link you sent with about power the headunit...

That link you sent with about power the headunit up with HVAC to start on consumer shutdown with iBus seems promising. I'll have to try it when I get a free weekend

I wonder if that would trigger...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-28-2019, 02:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,078
Posted By Wangwolf
A new day, a new video. Trying to document my...

A new day, a new video. Trying to document my journey with this car
Matte Black Kidney Grills Install (https://youtu.be/oxZAlhtyI5g)


https://i.imgur.com/WyyM3v1.jpg
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-27-2019, 12:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,078
Posted By Wangwolf
Can't be disabled in software but you can take...

Can't be disabled in software but you can take off the front bezel and block the light going to the logo.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-26-2019, 06:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,078
Posted By Wangwolf
Got the Avant4 installed awhile ago. I'm still...

Got the Avant4 installed awhile ago. I'm still editing the videos of the install. Planning to do a full review as well.

In the mean time, here are my first thoughts.
Avin Avant4 Initial...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-18-2019, 02:35 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,134
Posted By Wangwolf
Ah I see now. I forgot about the iBus being tied...

Ah I see now. I forgot about the iBus being tied to the HU power. That's probably the reason why I'm not getting it to work. I guess if I really want the coming home feature, I'll have to find a 12v...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-15-2019, 05:17 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,134
Posted By Wangwolf
Looks like iBus actually has basically all the...

Looks like iBus actually has basically all the same features as the modLight. iBus can be installed on any android HU where settings can be changed which is nice.

I already was able to select...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-15-2019, 12:41 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,134
Posted By Wangwolf
I'm talking about aftermarket i-bus coding. Not...

I'm talking about aftermarket i-bus coding. Not the stock coming home feature.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=479D5ImV3W4
479D5ImV3W4
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-13-2019, 09:30 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,134
Posted By Wangwolf
I-BUS Coding - Coming Home Lights

Has anyone successfully coded the coming/leaving home lights? I'm trying to have lights come on when I lock or unlock the car with my key fob.

In Light Control Memory 2 and 3, I have high beam and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-10-2019, 01:43 AM
Replies: 214
Views: 38,869
Posted By Wangwolf
Today I finished getting the backup camera routed...

Today I finished getting the backup camera routed and wired! Had to pull some trims and drop the glove box but got it routed cleanly
It's looking good, it points a tiny bit high (I didn't realize my...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-08-2019, 01:41 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 38,869
Posted By Wangwolf
I'm planning on it! I've taken some videos of my...

I'm planning on it! I've taken some videos of my progress so far. I'm about halfway done, I'm doing a lot on this project (back up camera, TPMS, front dash cam, Valentine1 Hardwire) so progress is...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-05-2019, 02:38 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 10,781
Posted By Wangwolf
You ordered the avant 4 right? Mine came with a...

You ordered the avant 4 right? Mine came with a pigtail off the main harness for the iBus USB
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-05-2019, 01:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,551
Posted By Wangwolf
I just bought a set from fishcake321 on ebay, but...

I just bought a set from fishcake321 on ebay, but haven't installed or tested them yet. (I plan to open them up and change the projectors)

I bought a set for my e36 from the same buyer ~5 years...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-04-2019, 09:43 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 38,869
Posted By Wangwolf
Coming from stock and haven't had any other HU....

Coming from stock and haven't had any other HU. So its a big leap in improvement for me.

Sound is good (but I'm not an audiophile).
CarPlay is an awesome feature (seems like any android unit can...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-04-2019, 01:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 757
Posted By Wangwolf
Reverse Camera Tap

I have a manual 2002 E53 3.0 X5 with PDC

Are there any wires to tap into near the center console? If not what wire is the best to tap into in the rear? Are there other wires besides the reverse...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-04-2019, 01:51 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 38,869
Posted By Wangwolf
It does not but you can change the startup splash...

It does not but you can change the startup splash screen I believe.
Currently mine just shows the generic android boot up but customer service said you can change it.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-04-2019, 01:18 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 38,869
Posted By Wangwolf
Most of them. They said they don't want to bloat...

Most of them. They said they don't want to bloat the unit with apps users may not be using.


I installed iBus, CarPlay, Dual DVR, TPMS.

Torque was preinstalled (used for wireless OBD2...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-03-2019, 06:58 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 38,869
Posted By Wangwolf
Their support was actually pretty fast and very...

Their support was actually pretty fast and very helpful. I'm surprised they work on the weekends but they said that's when customers need the most help (makes sense).

I'm wrong for being so hasty...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-03-2019, 06:35 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 38,869
Posted By Wangwolf
Okay, I'm an idiot. the last button is a...

Okay, I'm an idiot. the last button is a removable cover for the SD car slot so that can be flipped around.

Avin is actually able to respond to my support request. (very quick) so kudos to them.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-03-2019, 06:20 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 38,869
Posted By Wangwolf
Good news, the unit came on Friday (basically 2...

Good news, the unit came on Friday (basically 2 day shipping) which is crazy fast from Hong Kong.

Bad news, one button is flipped upside down and can't be turned.
EDIT: the button can be flipped...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-27-2019, 04:37 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 38,869
Posted By Wangwolf
Looks like its ready to be shipped! Over/under on...

Looks like its ready to be shipped! Over/under on when it will arrive?


https://i.imgur.com/o9HcyQ6.png
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-27-2019, 01:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,394
Posted By Wangwolf
You can power your DRL by tapping into your angel...

You can power your DRL by tapping into your angel eyes (you have a facelift E53 I think). Switchback would be powered by tapping off your turn signal.

Like others said, since the E53 is designed...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-25-2019, 03:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 746
Posted By Wangwolf
Do you have a link? :D

Do you have a link? :D
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