E60 "Sports" Mode

[motoxxx55]

Wondering if any pre-lci or lci e60 bros have this "Sports" mode done/enabled & have any reviews on it?

Tinking of doing it but not sure if there is any complications to it.

Thanx
Victor

 

[yeshe]

Re: E60 "Sports" Mode

Wondering if any pre-lci or lci e60 bros have this "Sports" mode done/enabled & have any reviews on it?

Tinking of doing it but not sure if there is any complications to it.

Thanx
Victor

dont quite understand your question, but all e60 can go onto sports mode, just shift the gear stick to left side of D, it indicated as M/S

 

[motoxxx55]

Re: E60 "Sports" Mode

dont quite understand your question, but all e60 can go onto sports mode, just shift the gear stick to left side of D, it indicated as M/S

The M/S & DS mode is different from this Sports mode.

This Sports mode is done by hooking up a switch to 2pins of an existing socket.
Those 2pins are left nt connected by default on e60.

We can also buy the original Sports switch fr PML.
3rd pin is required if your switch is illuminated.

 

[yeshe]

Re: E60 "Sports" Mode

The M/S & DS mode is different from this Sports mode.

This Sports mode is done by hooking up a switch to 2pins of an existing socket.
Those 2pins are left nt connected by default on e60.

We can also buy the original Sports switch fr PML.
3rd pin is required if your switch is illuminated.

so wats the difference between this sports mode and putting on DS?

 

[motoxxx55]

Re: E60 "Sports" Mode

so wats the difference between this sports mode and putting on DS?

Heavier/tighter steering wheel feel, faster shifts in higher rpms & more sensitive throttle.

Thats what i read...

 

[goready]

Re: E60 "Sports" Mode

Heavier/tighter steering wheel feel, faster shifts in higher rpms & more sensitive throttle.

Thats what i read...

This is a good discovery... I am still new to e60 and would like to know more about this function.

 

[tonylee48]

Re: E60 "Sports" Mode

Really something new to me......Have u done it yet? Wats the damage and where to do it....

 

[Jason8822]

Re: E60 "Sports" Mode

View attachment 44417That means after activated, its like turning on the SPORTS on the SPORTS AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION equipped cars.
Even higher shift rpm and heavier steering feel ..

 

[Ct13]

Re: E60 "Sports" Mode

View attachment 44417That means after activated, its like turning on the SPORTS on the SPORTS AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION equipped cars.
Even higher shift rpm and heavier steering feel ..

Shit!!! E60 LCI 530 come with the sport mode function.... Can we do it on our E60 520/523/525?

 

[motoxxx55]

Re: E60 "Sports" Mode

Shit!!! E60 LCI 530 come with the sport mode function.... Can we do it on our E60 520/523/525?

Yes we can...proven & done but nt locally as i read it online somewhere...

 

[Jason8822]

Re: E60 "Sports" Mode

Local if want to retrofit then will do straight for M shift lever
Rem reading about it in bmwsg

 

[chaser79]

Re: E60 "Sports" Mode

Anyone tried it?

There is a long thread on this on 5series.net under "the way e60 was meant to be"

Seem like pretty good reviews from those that DIY.

Mine is a early Pre-LCI, so not sure if it works.

 

[motoxxx55]

Re: E60 "Sports" Mode

Anyone tried it?

There is a long thread on this on 5series.net under "the way e60 was meant to be"

Seem like pretty good reviews from those that DIY.

Mine is a early Pre-LCI, so not sure if it works.

Some of them did try & it worked on their pre lci models too...planning to do it but just gotta put aside some time as the front & lower panels gotta come off.
Tatz the difficult part...

 

[Philster]

Re: E60 "Sports" Mode

View attachment 45110Just got mine done.
Took it for a short drive.
I can reasonably say that it is different from DS.
The up shift is sooner than DS (less rpm).
The drive is smoother than DS.
The throttle response time is like DS (need more testing..)
Certainly a nicer drive if you're in a hurry.

Pre LCI model. Key Start 05.

 

[Philster]

Re: E60 "Sports" Mode

Just got mine done.
Took it for a short drive in the rain a moment ago.
I can reasonably say that it is different from DS.
The up shift is sooner than DS (less rpm).
The drive (upshift) is smoother than DS.
The throttle response time is like DS (need more testing..)
Certainly a nicer drive if you're in a hurry.
View attachment 45107

 

[Jason8822]

Re: E60 "Sports" Mode

Wow, congrats !!!

 

[Philster]

Re: E60 "Sports" Mode

It's not 100% complete yet.
The button is still 'lose'.
Did'nt want to drill holes only to find that I don't like it or it does'nt work.
I'll take my time in deciding on where to anchor it or if I should change the button to a nicer one..
Current button is a $3.50 hack job..

 

[Ct13]

Re: E60 "Sports" Mode

It's not 100% complete yet.
The button is still 'lose'.
Did'nt want to drill holes only to find that I don't like it or it does'nt work.
I'll take my time in deciding on where to anchor it or if I should change the button to a nicer one..
Current button is a $3.50 hack job..

Please do keep us update, from the link from you. Think LCI model also possible to do the sport mode. I can't register with that forum so i can't open the attached file.
Is it difficult to DIY?
Ct

 

[Philster]

Re: E60 "Sports" Mode

Please do keep us update, from the link from you. Think LCI model also possible to do the sport mode. I can't register with that forum so i can't open the attached file.
Is it difficult to DIY?
Ct

LCI model is more difficult cuz the wiring is from a control box situated behind the glove box and above the fuse box. There are lots of cables to navigate but many have been successful according to the posts below.

the way E60 was meant to be - 5Series.net - Forums
View attachment 45138

 

[Ct13]

Re: E60 "Sports" Mode

LCI model is more difficult cuz the wiring is from a control box situated behind the glove box and above the fuse box. There are lots of cables to navigate but many have been successful according to the posts below.

the way E60 was meant to be - 5Series.net - Forums
View attachment 45138

Thanks!
But too Chim for me. I see cables only scare...
Love to have it as the steering will feel heavier when sport mode right? YOu feel it?