BMW M5 F90 Seats Interior Leather Merino Door Panel Set

The F90 M5 interior represents the highest level of luxury and performance integration for the 5 Series platform. Utilizing Merino Leather, these sets are available in two primary tiers: Extended (Code LKA) and Full (Code X3), with the latter adding leather to the dashboard and upper door cards.

Technical Specifications

• Seat Type: M Multi-function Seats (standard on M5).

• Upholstery Grade: Fine-grain Merino Leather.

• Compatibility: * BMW M5 (F90) 2018–2023.

  • BMW 5 Series (G30) 2017–2023 (Commonly used as a premium upgrade).

• Standard Power Features:

  • 20-way power adjustment (including headrest height and thigh support).

  • Integrated heating and 3-stage ventilation.

  • Active massage function (option-dependent).

  • Pneumatic side bolsters and lumbar support.

Common Color Configurations

Key Performance & Luxury Features

• Illuminated M5 Backrest Logos: The front headrests feature integrated M5 badges that illuminate upon entry. On later LCI (Life Cycle Impulse) models, these badges transitioned to a more durable black-chrome finish.

• M-Tri-Color Stitching: The seatbelts and steering wheel (if included in the set) feature the signature blue/violet/red stitching, a hallmark of the M5’s heritage.

• Alcantara Accents: Many F90 sets include an Alcantara headliner and pillar trims, which complement the Merino leather door inserts and seat bolsters.

• Memory Integration: Both driver and passenger seats typically feature memory positions that interface with the vehicle’s key profile system.

Professional Installation & Technical Notes

1. G30 Retrofit Wiring: When installing F90 seats into a standard G30 5 Series, the yellow main connector (X14*1B) is physically identical, but the K-CAN2 wiring must be verified. If the car lacked multi-function seats originally, you may need to add wiring for the illuminated logos and massage functions.

2. Coding (VO Coding): The vehicle’s BDC (Body Domain Controller) must be coded with the correct seat type to ensure the airbag resistance values and heating/ventilation modules are recognized without fault codes.

3. Airbag Safety: F90 seats contain side-impact airbags. During shipping and installation, handle with care. If the “As New” set includes airbags, they must be initialized and the ACSM (Airbag Module) cleared of “Component Protection” or “Locking” errors via BMW ISTA.

4. Door Panel Logistics: Ensure the door cards match the vehicle’s audio system (e.g., cutouts for Harman Kardon or the aluminum grilles for Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound).