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Hidden features and retrofits for the BMW X5 / X6 / X7 (G05/G06/G07) 2018–

48 features for the BMW X5 / X6 / X7 (G05/G06/G07) 2018–: what it does, duration and price from. Workshop in Waddinxveen, remote across the Netherlands.

Final compatibility is confirmed at diagnosis.

Display 14

Assisted driving view in 3D

The cluster shows a 3D view of the surroundings with vehicles and lanes while the assistants are active.

Only with factory adaptive cruise control.

Condition: Driving Assistant fitted

Likely15 minPrice on request

Alternative cluster layout and logo

The digital cluster gets a different style, for example M Performance or a sportier rev counter with red zone. The logo in the cluster can be changed too.

Which styles are possible depends on the cluster in your car.

6U3

Likely15 minPrice on request

Camera and sensors stay on longer

Raises the speed at which the camera and parking sensors switch off automatically, handy when manoeuvring slowly.

Intended for manoeuvring, not for use during normal driving.

Condition: Rear camera / Top View / Surround View fitted; X5/X6 pre-LCI and X7 pre-LCI (iDrive 7)

Likely15 minPrice on request

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto activation

Your phone on the car screen via the USB cable: navigation, music and messages in a familiar layout.

Depends on the infotainment type; we check this first.

Likely15 minPrice on request

Virtual cockpit start logo

The digital instrument cluster shows a different logo of your choice at start-up.

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.

Condition: X7 LCI (iDrive 8) and X5/X6 LCI (iDrive 8.5): iDrive 8/8.5 (ID8/ID8.5): coding access depends on the I-level; check on diagnosis

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: X7 LCI (iDrive 8) and X5/X6 LCI (iDrive 8.5): iDrive 8/8.5 (ID8/ID8.5): coding access depends on the I-level; check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

Infotainment start-up logo

Choose a different start-up screen for the infotainment system, for example the logo of a sporty version or of the sound system.

Display only; nothing changes technically.

Condition: X7 LCI (iDrive 8) and X5/X6 LCI (iDrive 8.5): iDrive 8/8.5 (ID8/ID8.5): coding access depends on the I-level; check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

Needle sweep at start-up

At start-up the speedometer and rev counter needles sweep fully out and back once, just like on sports cars.

Only visible with analogue gauges.

Condition: X7 LCI (iDrive 8) and X5/X6 LCI (iDrive 8.5): iDrive 8/8.5 (ID8/ID8.5): coding access depends on the I-level; check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

Off-road view in the menu

An extra screen with compass, steering angle, altitude and temperatures on the infotainment system. Also nice as an extra information screen on normal roads.

Condition: X5/X6/X7 with MGU (iDrive 7)

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

Sport displays in the digital cockpit

Adds extra gauges such as g-forces, boost pressure, power, torque and gearbox temperature.

Which views appear depends on engine and equipment.

Condition: X7 LCI (iDrive 8) and X5/X6 LCI (iDrive 8.5): iDrive 8/8.5 (ID8/ID8.5): coding access depends on the I-level; check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

Show tyre pressure and temperature

You see the current pressure and temperature of each tyre on the screen.

Condition: Tyre pressure monitoring (RDC) fitted; X5/X6 pre-LCI and X7 pre-LCI (iDrive 7)

Likely15 minPrice on request

Play videos from USB

Video files from a USB stick can be played on the iDrive screen, including more file formats.

While driving, for the passenger only.

Condition: NBT EVO or MGU; X5/X6 pre-LCI and X7 pre-LCI (iDrive 7)

Likely15 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: X7 LCI (iDrive 8) and X5/X6 LCI (iDrive 8.5): iDrive 8/8.5 (ID8/ID8.5): coding access depends on the I-level; check on diagnosis

Likely15 minPrice on request

Lighting 6

Ambient lighting setup

More colours and your own brightness for the mood lighting in the doors and dashboard, selectable on the infotainment screen.

Only if ambient lighting is fitted from the factory.

Condition: Ambient lighting package fitted; X5/X6 pre-LCI and X7 pre-LCI (iDrive 7)

Likely15 minPrice on request

Anti-dazzle high beam

The high beam stays on and only masks the part where oncoming or preceding traffic is. You see more without dazzling others.

Mainly relevant for imported cars; only with adaptive LED or laser headlights.

Condition: Adaptive LED or Laserlight

Likely30 minPrice on request

Cornering lights via the fog lamps

When turning or steering at low speed, the fog light on that side switches on, so you see where you are going in the dark.

Only with front fog lamps.

Condition: Front fog lights fitted; X5/X6 pre-LCI and X7 pre-LCI (iDrive 7)

Checked at diagnosis15 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.

Condition: X5/X6 pre-LCI and X7 pre-LCI (iDrive 7)

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

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/Canada-spec car; X5/X6 pre-LCI and X7 pre-LCI (iDrive 7)

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.

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

Comfort 6

Air suspension: adjust ride height

The standard ride height of the air suspension is set slightly lower within factory limits, for a tighter look.

After adjustment we check headlight aim; an alignment may be needed.

Condition: Two-axle air suspension fitted

Checked at diagnosis30 minPrice on request

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.

Condition: X7 LCI (iDrive 8) and X5/X6 LCI (iDrive 8.5): iDrive 8/8.5 (ID8/ID8.5): coding access depends on the I-level; check on diagnosis

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.

Condition: X7 LCI (iDrive 8) and X5/X6 LCI (iDrive 8.5): iDrive 8/8.5 (ID8/ID8.5): coding access depends on the I-level; check on diagnosis

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 fitted; X5/X6 pre-LCI and X7 pre-LCI (iDrive 7)

Likely15 minPrice on request

Seat heating temperature adjustment

Adjusts how warm the seat heating levels get, for example a little warmer on the highest setting.

We stay within safe factory values.

Condition: Seat heating / ventilation fitted; X5/X6 pre-LCI and X7 pre-LCI (iDrive 7)

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

Remember seat heating

The car remembers the last seat-heating level and switches it back on after starting, within the time window the manufacturer allows.

Condition: Seat / steering wheel heating fitted; X5/X6 pre-LCI and X7 pre-LCI (iDrive 7)

Likely15 minPrice on request

Convenience 5

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: X7 LCI (iDrive 8) and X5/X6 LCI (iDrive 8.5): iDrive 8/8.5 (ID8/ID8.5): coding access depends on the I-level; check on diagnosis

Checked at diagnosis15 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 mirrors / automatic tilt fitted; X5/X6 pre-LCI and X7 pre-LCI (iDrive 7)

Likely15 minPrice on request

Roof closes when it rains

If the sunroof is open when it starts raining, it closes automatically or moves to the tilt position.

Works only with factory rain sensor and roof.

Condition: Panoramic roof

Likely15 minPrice on request

Start-stop – remember last setting

The car remembers whether you had switched the start-stop system off, so you do not need to press the button on every trip. The final setting is agreed together.

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

Condition: X7 LCI (iDrive 8) and X5/X6 LCI (iDrive 8.5): iDrive 8/8.5 (ID8/ID8.5): coding access depends on the I-level; check on diagnosis

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Windows after ignition off

After switching off the engine you can still operate the windows for a while, as long as no door has been opened.

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

Audio 1

Bowers & Wilkins sound settings

With a factory Bowers & Wilkins system, extra sound settings become available in iDrive, so you can tune the sound to your taste.

Only with a factory Bowers & Wilkins system.

Condition: Factory Bowers & Wilkins

Likely15 minPrice on request

Sound 3

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: X5/X6 pre-LCI and X7 pre-LCI (iDrive 7)

Likely15 minPrice on request

Switch off artificial engine sound

The extra sound through the speakers can be switched off for a quieter cabin, or back on. Only possible when it was fitted at the factory.

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

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Choose the signal tone style

Warnings, parking sensors, indicators and phone get a different tone set, for example the newer BMW tones or a MINI variant.

Likely15 minPrice on request

Climate 1

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: X5/X6 pre-LCI and X7 pre-LCI (iDrive 7)

Likely15 minPrice on request

Assistance 5

Adaptive cruise follow distance remembered

Adaptive cruise control remembers your chosen following distance and, where possible, the speed can be set in 1 km/h steps.

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

Condition: Active Cruise Control fitted; X5/X6 pre-LCI and X7 pre-LCI (iDrive 7)

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Lane change assistant – adjust

On cars with Driving Assistant Professional, lane-change assistance can be enabled where permitted.

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

Condition: Driving Assistant Professional

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Speed Limit Assist – adjust

Cruise control can adopt the recognised speed limit after confirming with one press of a button. We discuss in the workshop what suits your car.

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

Condition: ACC and Speed Limit Info

5AT

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

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.

Condition: X5/X6 pre-LCI and X7 pre-LCI (iDrive 7)

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Traffic-sign recognition coding

The camera behind the windscreen reads speed signs and shows the current limit in the instrument cluster and on the screen.

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

Condition: Speed Limit Info (camera) fitted; X5/X6 pre-LCI and X7 pre-LCI (iDrive 7)

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Safety 2

Brake lights flash in an emergency stop

In an emergency stop the brake lights flash rapidly so traffic behind you is warned earlier.

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

Condition: X5/X6 pre-LCI and X7 pre-LCI (iDrive 7)

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.

Condition: X7 LCI (iDrive 8) and X5/X6 LCI (iDrive 8.5): iDrive 8/8.5 (ID8/ID8.5): coding access depends on the I-level; check on diagnosis

Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop

Performance 2

Driving profile selection on the screen

Driving profiles such as Eco, Normal, Sport and Individual become visible and adjustable via the infotainment screen.

Availability depends on engine, gearbox and equipment.

Condition: X5/X6 pre-LCI and X7 pre-LCI (iDrive 7)

Likely15 minPrice on request

Choose the start-up driving mode

The car starts in the driving mode of your choice, for example Sport or your own Individual setting, instead of always Comfort.

Condition: X5/X6 pre-LCI and X7 pre-LCI (iDrive 7)

Likely15 minPrice on request

Electric 1

Pedestrian sound when parking – adjust

When driving electrically the car makes a warning sound for pedestrians. Only the behaviour in park can be adjusted; while driving the sound stays as required.

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

Condition: Plug-in hybrid (xDrive45e/50e)

Checked at diagnosis15 minAgreed in the workshop

Retrofit 2

Gesture control retrofit

With a camera in the roof console, you control volume and phone with hand gestures. The original module is fitted and registered in the car.

Depends on head unit and equipment; we check your car first.

Condition: Check on diagnosis

6U8 · 6U3

Likely180 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.

Likely15 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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