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Hidden features and retrofits for the BMW X5 / X6 (E70/E71) 2007–2014

55 features for the BMW X5 / X6 (E70/E71) 2007–2014: what it does, duration and price from. Workshop in Waddinxveen, remote across the Netherlands.

Final compatibility is confirmed at diagnosis.

Display 13

Time and date from GPS

The car clock sets itself via the navigation system, including summer and winter time.

Condition: Navigation (CCC or CIC) fitted

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

Skip the camera disclaimer

The camera image appears immediately, without a warning text first.

Keep looking around yourself; the camera is an aid.

Condition: Rear-view camera or night vision fitted

Likely15 minPrice on request

Instrument lighting always on

The gauge lighting also stays on in daylight, so the dials are always easy to read in a dark car park or tunnel.

Likely15 minPrice on request

Digital speed on the radio display

Your speed is shown digitally on the radio or MMI screen, alongside the analogue speedometer.

Likely15 minPrice on request

Frost warning chime – adjust

The message and chime when the outside temperature nears freezing can be tuned. The final setting is agreed in the workshop.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Extra content in the head-up display

The head-up display shows more, such as lane assist status or the number of an incoming call.

Only with head-up display and the extended instrument cluster.

Condition: Head-up display fitted

Likely15 minPrice on request

Skip the iDrive start disclaimer

The legal notice at screen start-up disappears or is shortened, so the menu is available right away.

You remain responsible for using the screen safely.

Condition: CCC or CIC with start-up notice (mainly US-coded cars)

Likely15 minPrice on request

Instant consumption in the on-board computer

Current fuel consumption is shown in the on-board computer, so you see immediately how economically you drive.

Likely15 minPrice on request

Key-in-ignition chime

The chime that warns you the key is still in the ignition slot can be adjusted or switched off.

Condition: Cars with key slot (CAS)

Likely15 minPrice on request

Low-fuel warning point

You decide at which remaining range or how many litres in the tank the reserve warning appears.

Likely15 minPrice on request

Parking sensor view orientation

The parking sensor graphic on the screen can be shown in landscape or portrait, whichever you prefer.

Condition: Park Distance Control with iDrive screen

Likely15 minPrice on request

Service history in iDrive

In the iDrive menu you can view the car’s stored service history.

Condition: CCC or CIC

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

Video in motion

Videos and images from a USB stick or SD card stay visible on the screen while the car is moving, so the passenger can watch.

For the passenger only. The driver must not watch video while driving.

Condition: CCC or CIC navigation with DVD/TV function

Likely15 minPrice on request

Lighting 11

Brighter headlight light rings

The light rings in the headlights shine brighter with low beam or sidelights.

Condition: Headlights with angel eyes

Likely15 minPrice on request

Coming home follow-me-home time

After you get out, the lights stay on longer or switch on automatically so you can reach the front door safely. A wider time range becomes available in the menu.

Likely15 minPrice on request

Daytime running lights – adjust in menu

The daytime running lights appear as a setting in the vehicle menu, so their behaviour can be chosen deliberately. The final setting is agreed in the workshop.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Tail lights with DRL – adjust

The tail lights come on together with the daytime running lights, so you are more visible from behind at dusk and in rain.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Fog lights with high beam

The fog lights can stay on when you switch on the high beam.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Condition: Front fog lamps fitted

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Headlamp washers less often

The headlamp washers no longer spray every time you wash the windscreen, but only after a number of times. That saves washer fluid.

Condition: Headlight washers fitted

Likely15 minPrice on request

Interior lights when getting in and out

When a door opens all reading lights come on instead of one, and the interior lighting scenario can be set.

Likely15 minPrice on request

Bulb check adjusted for LED bulbs

After fitting LED bulbs, the bulb monitoring is adapted so error messages and flickering disappear.

Only with approved LED bulbs.

Likely15 minPrice on request

Amber side markers off (import car)

On an American i3 the amber marker lights in the headlights can be switched off, as on European cars.

Only relevant for North American import cars.

Condition: US-import cars with side markers / corner LEDs

Likely15 minPrice on request

Coming/leaving home with fog lights

When unlocking or locking, the fog lights or rear lights light up as well as the headlights, so you see more around the car in the dark.

Only with factory-fitted fog lights.

Condition: Light switch in AUTO for welcome light

Likely15 minPrice on request

Bi-xenon headlight flash

When you flash your headlights, the xenon lamps join in so the signal is brighter and clearer.

Condition: Bi-xenon headlights

Likely15 minPrice on request

Comfort 5

Comfort-indicator flash count

A short tap on the indicator stalk gives the number of flashes you prefer, for example five instead of three when changing lanes.

Likely15 minPrice on request

Windows and sunroof via the key

Holding the button on the key opens or closes all windows (and the sunroof) at once. Nice for airing the car on hot days.

Likely15 minPrice on request

Mirrors folding on lock

The door mirrors fold in automatically when you lock the car with the key and fold out again when you unlock. Handy in narrow streets and car parks.

Only possible if the mirrors fold electrically.

Condition: Electrically folding mirrors

Likely15 minPrice on request

Rear wiper in reverse

Choose whether the rear wiper sweeps automatically when the front wipers are on and you select reverse, or not.

Likely15 minPrice on request

Extra wipe after washing

A few seconds after washing, the wipers make one more sweep so no drips are left running down the windscreen.

Likely15 minPrice on request

Convenience 6

Doors locking from a set speed

The doors lock automatically once you drive off above a low speed and unlock again when you switch off the engine.

Likely15 minPrice on request

Register a new battery

After replacing the 12 V battery we register the new battery with the correct type and capacity, so charging and start-stop work properly.

Condition: Cars with intelligent battery sensor (IBS)

Likely15 minPrice on request

One-touch engine start

One short press of the start button is enough to start the engine; you do not need to hold it.

Condition: Start/stop button

Likely15 minPrice on request

Key ejects when the engine stops

When you switch off the engine the key is pushed out of the slot automatically, so you do not forget it.

Condition: Key slot with start/stop button

Likely15 minPrice on request

Mirror dip on reverse

When you select reverse, the passenger mirror tilts down so you can see the kerb. It returns once you drive off.

Depends on mirror and door module version.

Condition: Memory/heated mirrors with tilt function (LIN bus)

Likely15 minPrice on request

Windows work with the door open

The windows can also close while a door is still open.

Likely15 minPrice on request

Access 6

Alarm and interior monitoring settings

Adjusts the alarm or interior monitoring, for example if you often leave a pet in the car or use a car wash.

Check your insurance conditions first.

Condition: Factory alarm (DWA) fitted

Likely15 minPrice on request

Automatic relock time

If you unlock the car but do not open a door, it locks itself again after the set time.

Likely15 minPrice on request

Indicator flash on lock and unlock

The indicators confirm locking and unlocking, so you can see from a distance that the car is locked.

Likely15 minPrice on request

Panic alarm from the key

Holding a key button sets off the alarm, for example to attract attention in an unsafe situation.

Likely15 minPrice on request

Unlock the driver door first

One press unlocks only the driver door, a second press the whole vehicle. Safer in car parks and for vans with cargo in the back.

Likely15 minPrice on request

Doors unlock at switch-off or in P

After auto-locking, the doors unlock again as soon as you remove the key or, with DSG, select P.

Likely15 minPrice on request

Audio 1

Maximum volume at start-up

At start-up the audio never begins louder than a chosen level, so you are not startled.

Condition: CCC or CIC

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

Sound 1

Acoustic lock confirmation

A short tone when locking and/or unlocking confirms that the car really is locked.

Requires alarm siren or suitable horn.

Condition: Factory alarm (DWA) fitted

Likely15 minPrice on request

Climate 3

See fan speed in Auto

Even in the Climatronic Auto mode you can see how hard the fan is blowing, so you always know what the system is doing.

Condition: Automatic climate control (IHKA)

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

Residual heat via the ALL button

After switching off the engine the heater keeps using the engine’s residual heat for a while to keep the cabin warm, started with the ALL button.

Condition: Automatic climate control (IHKA)

Likely15 minPrice on request

Remember recirculation and AirCare

The recirculation or AirCare setting is kept after switching off, so you do not have to select it again on every trip.

Condition: Automatic climate control (IHKA)

Likely15 minPrice on request

Assistance 1

Speed warning – adjust

Sets or adjusts the warning at a chosen speed, for example 120 km/h. We agree the right setting together.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Safety 2

Adaptive brake lights – adjust

When braking hard, the brake lights light up over a larger area or flash so drivers behind are warned better. The threshold and behaviour can be tuned.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Condition: Brake Force Display (adaptive brake lights) fitted

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Seatbelt reminder – adjust

The seatbelt reminder can be set differently, for example for work where you often get in and out briefly. We discuss which setting suits you in the workshop.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Retrofit 6

CarPlay and Android Auto via interface

For the original iDrive system we fit a module so Apple CarPlay and Android Auto work on the original screen with the existing controls.

Condition: CCC or CIC navigation (separate interface per system)

Likely90 minPrice on request

CIC navigation retrofit

An older radio or CCC navigation is replaced by the later CIC system with hard drive, faster menus and sharper maps.

Condition: Cars with radio, M-ASK or CCC

Likely300 minPrice on request

Bluetooth audio streaming via Combox

With a Combox module you play music wirelessly from your phone and get extended phone and voice functions.

Condition: CIC navigation

Likely180 minPrice on request

Rear-view camera retrofit

A genuine rear-view camera with guidelines on the infotainment screen, coded as if fitted at the factory.

Price and feasibility after checking your equipment.

Condition: OEM camera with CIC; interface camera with CCC/M-ASK

Likely120 minPrice on request

Close the tailgate from the key

Besides opening, the electric tailgate can also be closed with the key. Handy with your hands full.

Electric tailgate only.

Condition: Power tailgate (HKL)

Likely15 minPrice on request

USB or AUX input retrofit

An original USB or AUX input is added and coded so you can play music from your phone or a USB stick.

Checked at diagnosis90 minPrice on request

Services 1

Workshop services for the same Build. Without a price: price on request.

Offer: hidden features + Seven Health Scan

from €250

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FAQ

Is this safe for my car?

We back up the original settings first. Everything can be restored.

How do I know it works on my car?

Every feature carries a label. We confirm final compatibility at the diagnosis, before we change anything.

What does it cost?

Each feature shows its price from, including VAT. Features by agreement are agreed with you in the workshop.

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