BMW G30 G31 F90 headlights LCI FULL LED SHADOW LINE

Common Part Numbers: * Adaptive LED (Shadowline): 63119479263 (Left) / 63119479264 (Right)

• Laserlight (Shadowline): 63119479281 (Left) / 63119479282 (Right) (Note: Part numbers can vary by region and specific options like High-Beam Assistant)

The LCI (Facelift) headlights for the G30 5 Series and F90 M5 represent a significant shift in BMW’s design language, moving from the circular “Angel Eyes” to a sharp, L-shaped (or “hockey stick”) DRL signature. The Shadowline (Option 3MF) variant is highly desirable for its darkened internal aesthetic, which replaces almost all chrome elements with high-gloss black.

Technical Specifications

• Compatibility: * BMW 5 Series (G30 Saloon / G31 Touring) LCI 2021–2024.

  • BMW M5 (F90) LCI 2021–2024.

  • Retrofittable to Pre-LCI (2017–2020) models but requires a full front-end conversion (bumper, grilles, and coding).

• Technology: Available in Full Adaptive LED or BMW Laserlight.

• Design: Slimmer housing compared to Pre-LCI, featuring blue accents (if Laser) and dark internal housings (Shadowline).

Key Features

• Shadowline Aesthetics: The 03MF “M Lights Shadowline” option blacks out the chrome foundations and internal housings. This makes the L-shaped LED tubes appear to “float” within the headlight, creating a more aggressive, stealthy look.

• Matrix LED Technology: These units feature advanced Matrix functionality, allowing the high beams to remain active while “masking” out oncoming traffic to prevent glare.

• Laserlight Upgrade (Optional): If equipped with Laser technology, the high-beam range is extended up to 650 meters. These units are distinguished by blue plastic “eyebrows” inside the housing.

• Cornering & Adaptive Functions: The light distribution adjusts automatically based on steering angle and vehicle speed, broadening the beam in cities and narrowing/extending it on highways.

Installation & Compatibility Notes

1. Electronics Change: The LCI headlights use different internal modules and a different CAN-bus communication protocol than the Pre-LCI (2017–2020) versions. This means the headlights are not plug-and-play on older 5 Series models without a specialized retrofit harness and extensive coding.

2. Coding (VO Coding): Replacement units must be initialized and coded to the vehicle’s VIN using BMW ISTA or ESYS. Without this, the DRLs may flicker, and the adaptive functions will be disabled.

3. Complete Units: A “Complete” LCI set typically requires:

   • Main LED Driver Modules (one per side).

   • DRL/Turn Signal Modules (mounted on top of the housing).

   • Laser Modules (if applicable).