Originally Posted by jamesdc4
This post is for a single point of reference for information that is specific to the E39 Touring model. The post will be updated as and when suitable content is found and known about which will help owners when looking and searching for information.
Currently, the link to the photo gallery is not working for me. When it is working and available, I will post relevant pictures there which will then allow me to 'link' to it in references in this post - this will help keep content on 'bimmerforums.com' rather than just linking to all sorts of other websites / picture hosts etc. For now, some links will be to other websites where necessary.
My focus is for high quality, reputable aftermarket Audio and electronics as well as styling and performance upgrades - I don't know what a spanner is! however, I will speak to some good people I know who are knowledgeable for when it comes to oily bits and see if there's more information/pictures out there which I can include. There's already some excellent threads which are Touring specific so naturally, they'll be listed here too.
I think it'd be best to split this into various catagories and then include relevant links in each one to help make it easier to look information up. I'm new at 'owning' a thread like this so forgive me in advance if it looks a bit like a dog's dinner to begin with!
Anyone who finds information which is deemed potentially good to include here is more than welcome to PM me about it and I will try to update the post asap.
Suspension
Rear Subframe Bushing Replacement
SLS Airbag replacement
Replacing Air Spring on E39 Touring
SLS to Spring/Shock conversion
Tailgate - Interior
Removing interior trim of Tailgate
Tailgate - Exterior
Powered/Hydraulic Tailgate Retrofit
Rear CELIS lights not working
Removing Tailgate side trim
Audio
Full custom Audio upgrade
Custom twin rear storage area subwoofer enclosures
DIY subwoofer solutions
DICE Mediabridge install in Tourings equipped with DSP
OEM Satnav modules Retrofit - Link to be posted
Cosmetic - Exterior
Touring roof rails delete
Cosmetic - Interior
Published Articles/Reports/Brochures
Suggestions welcomed! I thought I'd make a start and will update accordingly!
Cheers, Dennis!
Last edited by DennisCooper; 02-05-2013 at 04:10 PM. Reason: Consolidate links and titles.
Please limit your posts in this thread to links and info regarding the E39 Touring. Post your questions in new or existing threads in the Touring specific subsection.
Thanks,
James
Link for changing SLS to traditional shock/spring combo is the same thread as replacing the air shock...?
/M3/4/5
Hi
I fixed that little blip ! apologies for the mixup. I'm looking for more threads I think will be useful to add !
Cheers, Dennis!
Here's one I'm about to use for Replacing the Rear Liftgate Struts. It's on another forum, in case that matters:
http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...iftgate+shocks
An addendum to the above post:
http://forum.bmw5.co.uk/topic/57716-...ds-more-oomph/
There's an interesting slideshow in the last post showing a few disassembly photos and such. Not an exact match to some tourings, but useful for seeing what to expect.
Last edited by boondocksaint; 01-07-2013 at 03:48 PM. Reason: Automerged Doublepost
1991 M5 (in progress)
Restoring an old BMW, God help me.
It doesn't if you're just linking to it and not copy/pasting pics which would steal their forum bandwidth. Dennis does want to try to keep most of the info here on BF.c though, but I'd be careful about copyrights and check with authors before transferring any data.
E39 525 Tds Touring '98 Orient-blue on sandbeige.
221000 miles. SOLD
Audi A6 3.0 tdi, black with amaretto interior, sport seats, sline, quattro, automatic, ...
Hey, I'm new to the forum. I just purchased a 1997 BMW 540i with 188,xxx on it. I must say I luv this car. When I brake I have real bad vibration like the front end is goin to fall apart. Hhhhheeeellllpppp lol
Hi
Tonioray - Please post your issue along with any other relevant information in the E39 section - this post is about 'specific' DIY tips and tricks, FAQ's and knowledge relating to the Touring variant.
Cheers, Dennis!
Since I was digging these up for another reason...
Some of the Touring FYI / DIY's that I have done:
540iT Manual Conversion How-To with Wiring & Coding Details
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...-Wiring-Coding
Wiring Servotronic for an M5 Steering Box:
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...g-box-retrofit
Additional Tips For Touring Mediabridge Install
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...NE-w-some-tips
Another Hatch-Strut Replacement Tips Post
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...6#post25569526
2003 M3CicM6 TiAg
2002 540iT Sport Vortech S/C 6MT LSD TiAg
2008 Audi A3 2.0T DSG (the daily beater)
2014 BMW X1 xDrive28i (wifemobile)
Former:
1985 MB Euro graymarket 300SL
1995.5 Audi S6 Avant (utility/winter billetturbobattlewagen)
Here's a link to my write-up on touring tailgate rust prevention.
Regards,
2014 i3 BEV, 2016 X5 xDrive40e
Myrtle Beach SC
Hi Guys, i see there already a few Tailgate Strut DIY's here but i wanted to update with mine, The More the merrier Right?
https://www.bimmerforums.com/forum/s...MW-tool-Needed!
Hi!
I’m new to all this but I own a 1999 528it wagon. It’s sweeet. Plan on doing all the work to it with help and knowledge from you all. My first question and bucket list, is to get a software to plug into ecm and start seeing codes and to fix problems. Which software and what plugs do I need ?
Thanks for any and all responses
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