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30th July 2001, 11:52
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Compass in rear view mirror
Does anybody have the digital compass in the top right corner of their rear view mirror? What is the ordering code and how much does it cost?
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30th July 2001, 13:03
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Do they even make this ????
If so I want to know too !!!
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30th July 2001, 13:04
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I thought that this was an integrated feature in other marques (Jeep, etc.). didn't know bmw did it.
--Dan
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30th July 2001, 13:37
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My mirror doesn't have a "top right"...it's Elliptical 
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30th July 2001, 15:43
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If you select emergency in the NAV window it shows not only your location but direction of travel as well. It is fairly quick and accurate. More accurate than the Lincoln type in that it displays degrees rather that e nw w etc. Just remember 0' and 360 is north, 90 is east, 180 is south and 270 is west.
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30th July 2001, 19:30
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there is an aftermarket company that makes them... I don't recall the name right now but I can try to find it. I doubt it would be a good trade for a Beast's mirror since we have other electronics in there. (rain sensor, alarm system cherry light, gps antenna?, etc.)
I think modles for other vehicles (like my Tundra) cost about $200. (but don't quote me...  )
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31st July 2001, 15:42
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BMW produced their own (well, they have a OEM do it anyways) and it's available for the X5....I assume it would work on an E39 as well. Someone check the E39 accessory catalog, it could be in there. It's $299.
-Chris
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31st July 2001, 18:31
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Thanks Chris. Can anyone shed more ligh on the subject? The item is (I think) available from BMW Individual...
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31st July 2001, 23:49
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Just talked to parts department at local dealer, they said not advisable due to rain sensor and other electronics. Hope this helps.
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31st July 2001, 23:52
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Interesting, because the one for the X5 has two models: One for rain sensor, one without...I highly doubt the wiring is different between X5 and E39 (as far as mirrors go)....anyone want to be a guinea pig? If it didn't work I'm sure you could sell it to an X5 owner...
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1st August 2001, 05:03
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I wish BMW reps would be honest and knowledgeable to answer our questions correctly!
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