X5 Remote Start----any Takers?
 

Has anyone had A remote start done or installed one themselves in a 03 x5 3.0?

A few people have had them installed, not a real popular option. I have one that I plan on installing one of these days....

I have a done a bunch, never on an X5, the only issue is the doorlocks having no operation when the truck is runing.

I haven't read anything about the door locks not working.

I've done a bunch.
My only issue is that the key memory seat position does not work any more.
The factory alarm , transponder security and doorlocks still work fine.

the stealer installed mine and when you start the car the door locks work with the remote that come with the remote starter.

CanadianX5, any tips on locks and bypass?

I cant remember of the top of my head which wires you tap into.
But i do remember that I have to run 3 18 gauge wires into the drivers door. Its a pain in the ass because of the factory door molex.
I always end up drilling a hole through an empty place in the molex just big enough to pass the wires through so it remains factory looking.
The first one i did years ago i screwed up and destroyed one side of the molex.:thumbdown
It took me about 2 hours of sodering and testing wires to repair.
I have it down to a science now.

And for transponder bypass , purchase the OEM key ring
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts...90&hg=32&fg=30
(item 7)
and have the installer make his own transponder unit.
I ve found that all the aftermarket units have a hard time picking the signal up from the key 100% of the time.

Thank you for the info. I am 1 step ahead of you, I already made the ring with a factory ring, I was an installer for 14 years. I don't miss it, just never did the X5.