sniperlover

Hi guys i have got a 2004 525i with xenon headlight,i am thinking of changing the Light module from 2008 onwards.My question,is there any differences in the LM2 or what should i look out for...Thanks

pjinca

Differences in LM2? Do you mean between LM2 modules or between the LM2 and LM1? Might want to think about it as well, your headlights may not work anymore and the taillights will definitely throw errors.

balbs

I've upgraded my light module from LM1 to LM2 on my pre-LCI. It would require coding to get it working. One thing I have now is having the angel eyes as DRL and welcome lights. Again, all this require coding.

sniperlover

No i meant as in Xenon and halogen lamps!!! are there any difference in the Light Module, will work on Xenon...

balbs

Yes. There's a different part number depending on if you have halogens vs. xenon, HUD, also adaptive xenons.

pjinca

Both LM1 and LM2 work on Xenon, but if you're getting a used one get it out of a car that had Xenon and you'll have a better chance that it can be coded to your car. Used LM2s are VERY iffy about being coded to anoher car.

sniperlover

thanks Balbs, that will make it harder to source one then

balbs

Here's a page from realoem. I spec'd out a 550i LCI Europe, right hand drive. Here's the part numbers for the Light Module 2 depending on what option you have.
RealOEM.com BMW E60N 550i Control units/modules

balbs

Also, shoot an email to Gary Romani of bmwofnewport. He's very helpful to forum members. Give him your VIN and he can provide the proper LM2 upgrade for you.

gromani@bmwofnewport.com