E53 Side mirror puddle lights

dobbor1 · Post by **dobbor1** » Fri Nov 02, 2012 6:45 pm

Hi, can someone advise me on which LEDs I need and how do I remove the existing puddle bulbs please.

Thanks

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kkodal78 · Post by **kkodal78** » Fri Nov 02, 2012 7:40 pm

501s

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JamieX5 · Post by **JamieX5** » Fri Nov 02, 2012 9:07 pm

Just done mine. I used T10 smd LEDs from eBay. Well impressed. Just need to take mirror cover off. Undo screw that holds lamp to case, then twist bulb holder and swap bulb. Easy job mate. Only took a few minutes to do both sides

dobbor1 · Post by **dobbor1** » Fri Nov 02, 2012 9:50 pm

Can you post an eBay link please as I am unsure which to buy. Had a quick search but confused.

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Raj · Post by **Raj** » Sat Nov 03, 2012 8:05 am

[quote="dobbor1"]
Can you post an eBay link please as I am unsure which to buy. Had a quick search but confused.

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Something like THIS

dobbor1 · Post by **dobbor1** » Sat Nov 03, 2012 12:10 pm

Ordered thanks

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B5tew · Post by **B5tew** » Sat Nov 03, 2012 2:51 pm

Now all you have to do is get the mirror cover off without breaking most of the tabs off like I did !

dobbor1 · Post by **dobbor1** » Sat Nov 03, 2012 6:00 pm

So I don't need to take the actual mirror out? Apologies for being thick. I hate messing with glass and plastic.

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Raj · Post by **Raj** » Sat Nov 03, 2012 6:43 pm

[quote="dobbor1"]
So I don't need to take the actual mirror out? Apologies for being thick. I hate messing with glass and plastic.

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Mirror itself doesn't need to be removed. But as above, you do need to be very careful not to break the cover tabs or cover itself trying to remove it.

Sanj · Post by **Sanj** » Mon Nov 05, 2012 1:48 am

Help me out her Raj, been a lazy arse with these.

The link shows them pointing outwards as well as down, surely we only need own, right?

Hope all it well with clan, btw buddy.

Imy · Post by **Imy** » Mon Nov 05, 2012 10:47 am

This is crazy but has anyone done or know of doing a retro fit LED on the door handles? iv seen them on the new 3 series and they look pretty swish. they light when the doors are unlocked...

Pain in the chittar to do?

PhilUK · Post by **PhilUK** » Mon Nov 05, 2012 10:49 am

[quote="dobbor1"]
So I don't need to take the actual mirror out? Apologies for being thick. I hate messing with glass and plastic.

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http://www.xoutpost.com/attachments/x5-e53-forum/14313-blown-mirror-light-door-mirror-light-replacement.jpg?d=1172692777

psychosis · Post by **psychosis** » Mon Nov 05, 2012 10:57 am

I'm still trying to pluck up the courage to take the covers off mine to do this. One day the yellow glow will force my hand.

Raj · Post by **Raj** » Mon Nov 05, 2012 11:24 am

[quote="Sanj"]
Help me out her Raj, been a lazy arse with these.

The link shows them pointing outwards as well as down, surely we only need own, right?

Hope all it well with clan, btw buddy.

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Technically you're correct, but as with a 501 bulb the light still shines all round and you can never have too much light......lol.

Oh and I did say 'Something like THIS' in my defence.... :-[

Clan are all good. Will be in London next week on a course over in Barbican so if anyone fancies hooking up for a drink or bite to eat then let me know.

Also just fitted my latest mod (retrofit electric rear reclining motors, etc)....

dobbor1 · Post by **dobbor1** » Mon Nov 05, 2012 11:47 am

If they look rubbish then I will blame Raj

):)):)):))

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