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08-25-2024
I was looking on aliexpress for some modifications I can do and I came across a light up grill like the new 5, 7 series, and like the XM. It’s not too expensive at 365 dollars and installation seemed simple. Just plugging it into the DRL. I haven’t seen a thread about this yet. I wanted to see what everything thinks about this before I buy it. Thanks in advance
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08-25-2024
Do you know where is the DRL plug located? Considerable, but only without removing anything more than just the grill itself
08-25-2024
blackoutF15 wrote
Do you know where is the DRL plug located? Considerable, but only without removing anything more than just the grill itself
It looks like the plastic that is coving where the headlight need to be removed which is just couple of clips. And the DRL is right underneath I believe.
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08-25-2024
I got f95. Not sure it’s same access point
12-20-2024
Looks awesome!!
01-07-2025
Just a little update. It was very easy to install and it just taps into the headlight plug. No issues so far.
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01-07-2025
blackoutF15 wrote
I got f95. Not sure it’s same access point
Most likely it is the same as it has the same grill size and the same type of headlight.
01-07-2025
It looks great, would appreciate a link to the one you brought, so I’ll know it is a good fit. Also did you have to splice into the headlight cable or is it a piggy back plug?

What does it look like in the daylight when off?
01-07-2025
mikeygold wrote
It looks great, would appreciate a link to the one you brought, so I’ll know it is a good fit. Also did you have to splice into the headlight cable or is it a piggy back plug?

What does it look like in the daylight when off?
They give you a splitter so it’s just plug and play. The grill light stays on even if the DRL is off. I bought this for 400 dollars after all the fees so it might be worth it to wait or look around for a better price.

https://a.aliexpress.com/_mN9cm7z

Fun fact this actually stopped my car from being broken into at night. So it’s all worth it for me. :)
01-08-2025
Thanks for the link, love that it's plug and play, so I could reverse.

I'm intrigued to know how it stopped your X5 from being stolen, that's made it a worthwhile investment.

I was more wondering if when the car is completely off, do you see the white outline of the area that lights up and does it detract from the overall look?
01-14-2025
pretty cool and looks good!
01-14-2025
Hard pass, sorry :confused2
02-26-2025
Nitpicky question but does the white led color temp match the drl’s? Is one more blue or yellow then the other?
11-18-2025
How come the grill only lights when idle and not driving? Anyway to change that? I have the factory option.
02-12-2026
Hello, when you remove the black plastic trim by the headlight, is that where you can access the headlight plug to connect into?
02-12-2026
Interesting mod..but pass...
02-20-2026
I just did it this week and I really like it!
Now I’m constantly driving towards windows that have a good reflection a bit too long to keep sneaking peaks.
Here are a few pics I posted in another thread.
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04-12-2026
PJ///M wrote
I just did it this week and I really like it!
Now I’m constantly driving towards windows that have a good reflection a bit too long to keep sneaking peaks.
Here are a few pics I posted in another thread.
I bought a same product and just received it. Would you be possible to show me how to connect the wires? Thanks.undefined