Escort Max 360 Smartcord compatibility issue?

Arlen · 01-09-2019, 01:50 AM

The Max 360 worked fine in my 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport and in my neighbors old Ford F150 truck. However, when I tested it in the 2019 X5, it did not work … the detector remained silent! When I contacted Escort and told the agent the problem I was having, he said he had not heard of any issues and would pass the problem to the engineers.

yvnrg1981 · 01-09-2019, 04:02 AM

Its not the detector it's the stupid 12v cigarette plug. If you press on the plug down and hold it, it will reach the metal power socket down below and you will have power. I have the same issue as do most people with the new g05.

Xeno · 01-09-2019, 05:27 AM

There are two threads about this so those with such issues are using plug extension.

If you search, you will discover laser issues introduced by G05 to detectors like V1 but less so with less sensitive detecotors like the R3 or 360.

Arlen · 01-25-2019, 01:45 PM

The radar detector smartcord works in a 2019 BMW X3 BUT does not work in a 2019 BMW X5. Tried pushing on smartcord in the X5, but no luck.

Ilyam5 · 01-25-2019, 02:16 PM

Sand off the plastic end near the tip of the plug on radar cord or buy an adapter. (X5 12 volt socket is smaller in diameter deep inside) TWSS

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

vinnymac · 01-25-2019, 02:40 PM

I have the same problem with my Escort MAX360.

I'm planning on getting this:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003PJ6QPQ...v_ov_lig_dp_it

I'll just hardware it by the visor.

Xeno · 01-25-2019, 03:34 PM

Before you hardwire an E360, you might want to take a look at the R7 coming this year.

wday9654 · 12-15-2019, 06:11 PM

Suggestion from Iilyam5 worked for me, thanks!

Sand off the plastic end near the tip of the plug on radar cord

Edubya · 05-17-2021, 09:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ilyam5

Sand off the plastic end near the tip of the plug on radar cord or buy an adapter. (X5 12 volt socket is smaller in diameter deep inside) TWSS

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

what does it look like after "sanding"? Just want to make sure I understand what you are saying.

Thx

jad03060 · 05-17-2021, 01:17 PM

The issue is, there are two specs for 12vdc sockets. On one, the diameter is slightly smaller than the other. The shape of some plugs tends to have a flare near the upper end. To get the plug deep enough into the socket for the center pin that has 12vdcv on it, the top of the plug may need to be smaller in diameter.

If you have a soldering iron, you might be able to apply a blob of solder on the end of the spring-loaded center contact, and that MIGHT be enough to make contact.

BTSRT · 11-06-2022, 08:33 AM

adaptor is not for sale anymore...other options?

jad03060 · 11-06-2022, 05:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BTSRT

adaptor is not for sale anymore...other options?

Go to your dealer and have them apply the SIB that replaces the socket.

Tejas1836 · 11-06-2022, 07:52 PM

Here is the fix, view public album "12 Volt Lighter Socket Fix" under my profile. I have 99 screws LOL, drop me a message and I can put a couple in the mail. The screw to be removed is a #10 Torx, the replacement screw is an allen.

jad03060 · 11-06-2022, 08:04 PM

FWIW, replacing the center contact in the socket was the original fix BMW proposed, and mostly worked. But, they ended up deciding that replacing the socket was the better solution. BMW should do that for you for free if you take it to them. Takes them about 15-minutes. If you mess up taking the original screw out, the whole socket comes apart, and you then have to tear the thing apart to get access so you can put it back together. Why bother?

FWIW, it's a 12v accessory socket...there's an actual difference between one of those and a cigarette lighter socket. A plug designed for a cigarette socket often won't fit into an accessory socket but a plug designed to fit an accessory socket generally will fit in a cigarette socket.

M42 · 11-06-2022, 11:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jad03060

Quote:

Originally Posted by BTSRT

adaptor is not for sale anymore...other options?

Go to your dealer and have them apply the SIB that replaces the socket.

I recently complaint about this to dealer. And they just said it's working to spec and demonstrated that a "bmw approved usb plug" was working in the 12v. Do you have the SIB number to show them?

jad03060 · 11-06-2022, 11:26 PM

This is the updated SIB...the original one called for changing the screw at the bottom to one that has a taller head so it can make contact.

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Arlen New Member 28 Rep 8 Posts Drives: 2019 BMW X5 xDrive40i Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Killen, Alabama iTrader: (0)	Escort Max 360 Smartcord compatibility issue? The Max 360 worked fine in my 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport and in my neighbors old Ford F150 truck. However, when I tested it in the 2019 X5, it did not work … the detector remained silent! When I contacted Escort and told the agent the problem I was having, he said he had not heard of any issues and would pass the problem to the engineers.
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yvnrg1981 Second Lieutenant 101 Rep 238 Posts Drives: 2019 M5 Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Manalapan, NJ iTrader: (0)	Its not the detector it's the stupid 12v cigarette plug. If you press on the plug down and hold it, it will reach the metal power socket down below and you will have power. I have the same issue as do most people with the new g05.
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Xeno Major 315 Rep 1,448 Posts Drives: 2019 X5 M Sport 5.0i Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	There are two threads about this so those with such issues are using plug extension. If you search, you will discover laser issues introduced by G05 to detectors like V1 but less so with less sensitive detecotors like the R3 or 360. __________________ 2019 BMW X5 xDrive 50i M Sport: ZD8/ZLS/ZMP/ZP2/ZPK/ZPX/337/ZX7/2NH 2015 BMW X5 xDrive 50i/XL/CW/DA+/EP/LP/FVS retired; 2008 X5 4.8i; 2012 X5 5.0i retired, 2004 X5 4.4i retired R360c + EL, V1G2 + V1Driver, Uniden R8
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Arlen New Member 28 Rep 8 Posts Drives: 2019 BMW X5 xDrive40i Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Killen, Alabama iTrader: (0)	The radar detector smartcord works in a 2019 BMW X3 BUT does not work in a 2019 BMW X5. Tried pushing on smartcord in the X5, but no luck.
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Ilyam5 Major 895 Rep 1,075 Posts Drives: 06 M3 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: ma iTrader: (0)	Sand off the plastic end near the tip of the plug on radar cord or buy an adapter. (X5 12 volt socket is smaller in diameter deep inside) TWSS https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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vinnymac First Lieutenant 157 Rep 384 Posts Drives: 2024 X5 50e Join Date: May 2011 Location: Saint Louis, MO iTrader: (0)	I have the same problem with my Escort MAX360. I'm planning on getting this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003PJ6QPQ...v_ov_lig_dp_it I'll just hardware it by the visor.
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Xeno Major 315 Rep 1,448 Posts Drives: 2019 X5 M Sport 5.0i Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	Before you hardwire an E360, you might want to take a look at the R7 coming this year. __________________ 2019 BMW X5 xDrive 50i M Sport: ZD8/ZLS/ZMP/ZP2/ZPK/ZPX/337/ZX7/2NH 2015 BMW X5 xDrive 50i/XL/CW/DA+/EP/LP/FVS retired; 2008 X5 4.8i; 2012 X5 5.0i retired, 2004 X5 4.4i retired R360c + EL, V1G2 + V1Driver, Uniden R8
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wday9654 Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: BMW X5 2020 BMW440xi 2019 Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: IL iTrader: (0)	Escort Radar Detector 12V plug not connecting for X5 2020 Suggestion from Iilyam5 worked for me, thanks! Sand off the plastic end near the tip of the plug on radar cord
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jad03060 Major General 3164 Rep 6,805 Posts Drives: X5 45e Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: NH iTrader: (0)	The issue is, there are two specs for 12vdc sockets. On one, the diameter is slightly smaller than the other. The shape of some plugs tends to have a flare near the upper end. To get the plug deep enough into the socket for the center pin that has 12vdcv on it, the top of the plug may need to be smaller in diameter. If you have a soldering iron, you might be able to apply a blob of solder on the end of the spring-loaded center contact, and that MIGHT be enough to make contact.
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BTSRT Enlisted Member 17 Rep 34 Posts Drives: 2021 BMW X5m Join Date: Sep 2022 Location: Grimes, Iowa iTrader: (0)	adaptor is not for sale anymore...other options?
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Tejas1836 Captain 996 Rep 825 Posts Drives: 2023 X5MC Workmaster 75 Join Date: Oct 2022 Location: Tejas iTrader: (0)	Here is the fix, view public album "12 Volt Lighter Socket Fix" under my profile. I have 99 screws LOL, drop me a message and I can put a couple in the mail. The screw to be removed is a #10 Torx, the replacement screw is an allen.
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jad03060 Major General 3164 Rep 6,805 Posts Drives: X5 45e Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: NH iTrader: (0)	FWIW, replacing the center contact in the socket was the original fix BMW proposed, and mostly worked. But, they ended up deciding that replacing the socket was the better solution. BMW should do that for you for free if you take it to them. Takes them about 15-minutes. If you mess up taking the original screw out, the whole socket comes apart, and you then have to tear the thing apart to get access so you can put it back together. Why bother? FWIW, it's a 12v accessory socket...there's an actual difference between one of those and a cigarette lighter socket. A plug designed for a cigarette socket often won't fit into an accessory socket but a plug designed to fit an accessory socket generally will fit in a cigarette socket.
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