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      08-10-2016, 08:14 PM   #67
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Anyone try this on a 535d?
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      09-08-2016, 09:08 AM   #68
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Anyone try this on a 535d?
Why would "D" be any different than other cars?

It will work just fine with your car.
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      09-24-2016, 11:23 PM   #69
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Just did it today on my 535i. Great DIY, simple but nicely explained. To do it right took about 15 minutes, taking all the care in the world.

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      09-30-2016, 06:38 PM   #70
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Did mine in about 5 minutes, got the new switch from ECS tuning for $43.00 shipped.
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      10-01-2016, 04:24 AM   #71
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Did mine in about 5 minutes, got the new switch from ECS tuning for $43.00 shipped.
You mean $143....
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      10-18-2016, 08:31 PM   #72
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Would someone be able to guide me in which switch to purchase from ECSTuning. I have a 2014 550i with LED Adaptive Headlights and front fog lights.

Do I need the European switch for cars with Xenon lights or non-Xenon lights?

Just want to make sure I get the proper one.
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      10-21-2016, 08:57 AM   #73
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I got the answer from ECS Tuning chat.

I gave them my VIN and they said I needed the switch for Xenon lights.
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      10-24-2016, 05:12 PM   #74
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i just did this mod, bought a switch off of a forum member, took me 10 mins to install...completely plug and play...
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      11-08-2016, 09:47 AM   #75
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Just got my switch from ECS Tuning yesterday afternoon. Installed in about 5 minutes this morning.

+1, super simple to do.
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      08-08-2017, 01:35 PM   #76
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Bought my switch from ECS. Great mod! I use it in heavy LA traffic to keep the car behind me from following to closely. Also, I turn it on at the airports when picking up. Keeps drivers behind you on their toes! Haven't gotten rear ended yet! lol.
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      08-20-2017, 04:00 PM   #77
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do you guys know if this is legal and can a COP issue you a ticket for it?
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      08-20-2017, 06:48 PM   #78
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do you guys know if this is legal and can a COP issue you a ticket for it?
Can't imagine why it would be illegal. I've had mine for a couple of years. Then again, I don't use it except for fog (you know what kind of fog we can get here!!) or to get someone off my bumper.
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      02-08-2018, 06:19 PM   #79
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do you guys know if this is legal and can a COP issue you a ticket for it?
Can't imagine why it would be illegal. I've had mine for a couple of years. Then again, I don't use it except for fog (you know what kind of fog we can get here!!) or to get someone off my bumper.
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I don't use it except for fog or to get someone off my bumper.
That last use sold me. Maybe it will save me some windshield washer fluid when getting people off my ass! Just ordered a set off eBay for $88 shipped.
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anybody know if the one from ECStuning fits a 2013 528 x drive...theIR site says no....but yes for a 528i....i don't see the difference

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...319192744~oeb/
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      03-11-2018, 07:54 AM   #81
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anybody know if the one from ECStuning fits a 2013 528 x drive...theIR site says no....but yes for a 528i....i don't see the difference

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...319192744~oeb/
I got mine off eBay where is said it wouldn't fit a US f10, but it was a direct fit. As far as I can tell they are all the same.
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      03-11-2018, 07:10 PM   #82
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I got mine off eBay where is said it wouldn't fit a US f10, but it was a direct fit. As far as I can tell they are all the same.


THANKS! THATS WHAT I THOUGHT
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      11-22-2018, 12:38 PM   #83
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LEDs?

Has anybody managed to swap out the existing halogen (rear fogs) with LED?
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      08-01-2023, 04:04 PM   #84
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Just listed my lightly used European Headlight Switch for sale in the classifieds forum incase anyone is looking for one. Moved to G05 that uses a different switch.
It was awesome to use rear fogs momentarily to get tailgaters to back off

https://f10.5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2037754
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      11-13-2023, 10:13 PM   #85
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Just did this tonight, thanks for the inspiration! Very easy job... easier than on my E90!







There are plenty of them on ebay... I encourage everyone with a F10 reading this in North America to go out and get the the upgraded switch!
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_fro...acat=0&_sop=15

The headlight adjustment switch doesn't seem to function, but I don't tow, so it just looks cool on there!
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For those who do not know how to use a rear fog light.

Simply use it when there is thick fog, and you do not have a vehicle behind you that is within visible range.

If it will be very uncomfortable for the driver behind you if you use it when he/she is in range.

If you are part of a convoy or car group, only the last member in the back should be operating it.

be safe!

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Just did this tonight, thanks for the inspiration! Very easy job... easier than on my E90!


There are plenty of them on ebay... I encourage everyone with a F10 reading this in North America to go out and get the the upgraded switch!
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_fro...acat=0&_sop=15

The headlight adjustment switch doesn't seem to function, but I don't tow, so it just looks cool on there!

That is because your vehicle has auto leveling already or must be coded. Chances are it is auto leveled.
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That is because your vehicle has auto leveling already or must be coded. Chances are it is auto leveled.
Yes, I think the NA cars came with auto-level.
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