Many thanks for the update.

Think I sorted it anyway, I got a 'new' disc player/sat nav module and all looks good cross fingers. Just gotta update to version 4 now wish me luck haha

E53 3.0d btw

Hi, Could anyone tell me if a second hand 16.9 screen would need re-coding on fitment please?? I fitted one and 2 days on it's developed same fault as the other so one thing I need to rule out is the coding I've read about. Also can anyone recommend a reasonable priced diagnostic scanner that will ...

Thanks, a previous owner must have lost their key and drilled the locking mechanism out so I didn't have to worry about it. 

I can only imagine ever using it either in an emergency or helping somebody out but always useful to have the facility.

Hi, Being a new owner and never experienced the X5 before I'm not sure whether or not the detachable towbar is part of the standard equipment or an aftermarket add-on? Mine came with a towbar already attached and even though I suspect useful it looks a little unsightly. I've also never had any ...

Hi, Quick hello to you as this is my first post an all. Just acquired my first X5 even though I've been in the BMW family for some time. We all love it to bits and we've only had her a fortnight. Anyways, upon collection of the X I was around 3 miles from home travelling a dual carriage way at 60 ...