The BMW E39 toolkit:

The OEM BMW E39 toolkit is comprehensive and contains most tools required to do general maintenance on your vehicle. Spark plug changes, wheel mounting and dismount, simple fastener removal and emergency sunroof crank are just a few of the operations the OEM BMW toolkit can assist the owner in. The toolkit represents a time when BMW expected the owners to take part in the simple maintenance of their vehicle rather than relying on the dealership to perform everything. This type of owner/vehicle interaction is something which is severely lacking in the DNA of current models. An indication of a true shift from the old mechanical models of the past to more high tech electrical models of the present.

Having a complete OEM BMW E39 toolkit is a badge of honor to BMW enthusiasts. It shows attention to detail and also gives peace of mind knowing you have a set of tools to be used in emergency situations. Most older model BMW toolkit contents are lost at this point in their life however, it is refreshing to know that most of these tools can still be purchased new and for a cheap price.

Below is a list of the complete BMW E39 toolkit contents and their associated OEM BMW part numbers. Not all tools are found in every model as some markets had extended toolkits with more tools / equipment than others.

What are the contents of the factory BMW E39 toolkit?

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No.	Tool	Part Number	Notes
(1)	Warning Triangle	71606770096 (without holder)
(1)	Warning Triangle	71606770487 (with holder)
(2)	Wheel lock adapter	Unique part number to lug pattern	Not in every kit
(3)	Lug wrench	71121179953
(4)	Socket wrench	71111181418
(5)	12mm x 13mm wrench	71111126148
(6)	Emergency sunroof crank	54127199322
(7)	8mm x 10mm wrench	71111112893
(8)	Screw Driver	71111179629
(9)	Wheel alignment pin	71111093774	Click HERE to learn more
(10)	Pliers	71111179522
(11)	Spark plug puller	71111181460
(12)	Tow Hook	72157203519

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Wheel Style Number:	Style 65
Standard on:	All E39 M5 models
Wheel Name:	Double spoke
OEM BMW Part Number, Front:	36112228950, front
OEM BMW Part Number, Rear:	36112228960
Front Offset:	ET+20
Rear Offset:	ET+22
Bolt Pattern:	5 x 120
Factory Setup, Front:	18 x 8.0
Factory Setup, Rear:	18 x 9.5
Factory Tire Size, Front:	245/40/18
Factory Tire Size, Rear:	275/35/18
Weight, Front:	23.61 lbs (10.71 kg)
Weight, Rear:	26.24 lbs (11.90 kg)
Notes:	Finished in satin chrome / chrome shadow paint. A unique process in which the wheel is finished in black paint first then sprayed lightly with silver to allow some of the black to show through. Not many wheel sets matched exactly the same due to the unique finish process.

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How to reset late model BMW E39, E38, E53 X5 oil service inspection light:

The below procedure works ONLY on BMW E39, E38, E53 X5 models with a build date from 09/2000 onward.

Early model E39, E38, E53 X5 oil service / inspection lights must be reset using a different method. After performing an oil change, the BMW E39, E38, E53 X5 oil service / inspection light must be reset. Once reset, the computer will then count down from 15,000 miles until the next oil change.

The reset procedure is straight forward and does not require any specialty BMW tools or a need for BMW dealership involvement. If you change your own oil at home you can and must reset your indicator light through the steps below.

What are the steps?

• ➊ Turn the ignition key in the "off" position.
• ➋ Press and hold the lower left button on the instrument cluster, which is the trip odometer button.
• ➌ While the trip odometer button is pressed, turn the ignition key to the FIRST position (KLR).
• ✔ IMPORTANT:  DO NOT GO TO THE SECOND POSITION, if you do, remove the key and start over
• ➍ Keep the trip odometer button pressed for approximately 5 seconds until one of the following words appear in the display: "OIL SERVICE" or "INSPECTION" or "RESET SIA:" illuminates.
• ➎ Release the trip odometer button and press and hold it until "RESET" flashes and release your finger.
• ➏ While the display is flashing, press the left button briefly to reset the service interval.
• ➐ The oil service interval is now reset.
• ➑ A Clock Symbol will appear indicating the brake fluid renewal interval.
• ➒ Press the left button to skip the brake fluid renewal interval reset menu.
• ➓ "END SIA" will appear, press the left button one last time and the process is now complete.

✔ The system can only be reset again after 2.5 gallons (10 liters) of fuel have been consumed or has been driven 50 to 75 miles.

Other BMW model oil service inspection light reset procedures:

• E46
• E30

Aux port retrofit kit, upgrading OEM BMW E39, E53 or E83 radio head unit:

What draws many people to the older BMW models is the pure driving experience that cannot be replicated by modern cars, some even say by BMW themselves. If you own an E39, E53 (First gen X5) or E83 (First gen X3) you know what I am talking about. If you daily one you may be frustrated by the lack of modern options to be able to play music from your phone through the OEM radio. CDs and Cassettes have their limitations and do not allow the versatility of having any song at your fingertips like modern phones. Luckily, BMW has a retro fit kit that allows a more modern functionality to the OEM radio.

Obviously, there are options to replace the entire head unit with modern features such as Bluetooth, USB, WiFi etc. Although this is an acceptable solution for some people, it isn't one all BMW owners want. The downsides to the replaced head unit are the modern head units can be pricey, you have to cut/splice into the OEM wiring harness, they do not look as clean on installation and the glow the colors at night which is distracting and takes away from the clean OEM look since the oranges often do not match.

What is BMW's solution?

BMW has created an aux port retrofit kit which allows owners to use the OEM BMW radio head unit and install an AUX cable off the back. This keeps the OEM radio harness intact, the clean look and the natural orange glow of the buttons at night to match the rest of your interior.

NOTE: The kit comes with an AUX port only, this allows for the user to stow away the actual cable until needed and plug it into the port when wanting to use it. Many owners opt to not mount the port, but keep an AUX cable permanently installed into the port and feed the AUX cable under the center console for a clean look (see picture below).

Who is this aux port retrofit kit for?

Any E39, E53, E83 owner who wants to keep the OEM head unit but still have the option to play music from a device with an auxiliary cable output.

What OEM radios will this work with?

➊ All E39 (4th gen 5 series) NON navigation radios manufactured September 2002 and later.
➋ All E53 (1st gen X5) NON navigation radios manufactured October 2002 and later.
➌ All E83 (1st gen X3) NON navigation radios manufactured 2004 and later.

How do I know when my radio was manufactured?

There is a sticker on the bottom side of the OEM head unit with the manufactured date. See picture below for clarification.

Which OEM radios will this not work with?

Any radio with navigation and or build dates not in the range mentioned above.

What is the aux port retrofit kit part number?

OEM BMW Part Number: 82110149390

Will my steering wheel buttons work with it?

The volume buttons will work but the next and previous track buttons will not. Same functionality as the OEM head unit.

How much is the OEM aux port retrofit kit?

$33 - $40

Where can I purchase it?

BMW dealership, FCPeuro.com, ECStuning.com

What tools are needed?

Philips head screwdriver, plastic pry tool.

How long does installation take?

10 - 15 min

How do I install the aux port retrofitkit?

The kit comes complete with step by step installation instructions. The entire process is very simple.

How do I access the AUX mode once installed?

Hit the MODE button on the head unit until AUX appears on the screen.

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