Any ideas

[andym3]

I changed the final stage resistor today and noticed a wire not plugged into anything

[kkx5]

Paddle shift slip ring.

[andym3]

Ok, is it meant to be plugged into something?

[fenj66]

if it was found in the area around the fsr it might be from one of the servos that open/close the vents.
try operating the buttons on the heater panel that direct air up/down etc and you should see/hear the servos working or not.

[andym3]

It's under the steering column, won't reach over to the fsr.

[andym3]

Anymore thoughts? Please!

[kkx5]

If you dont have an paddle shift, its not plugged in...

[andym3]

Oh ok so the wires are still fitted then even in vehicles with no paddle shift?  :-[

[X5Sport]

There are only a few loom variants so it's common to find plugs that aren't in use.  Very useful for doing later upgrades 

[andym3]

Ok well thanks for the advise!

[X5Sport]

[quote="andym3"]
Everything works so won't worry then

[ianst0028]

[quote="X5Sport"]
[quote="andym3"]
Everything works so won't worry then

[andym3]

Well I don't want to ginx it but this is my 3rd X5 & I've had it for 2 & 1/2 years now. It's been a bloody brilliant motor! Fingers crossed it continues to be!