BMW X5 E53 Centre Console PDC Cruise Control Switch Buttons Unit Seat Heater

BMW X5 E53 Centre Console PDC Cruise Control Switch Buttons Unit Seat Heater with PDC, cruise control, and seat heating functions is an original control component designed for integration with factory comfort and driver assistance systems. This module from the Switches, controls and ignition locks group allows for convenient management of key functions from the centre console, maintaining the stylistic consistency of the interior. The black colour scheme facilitates aesthetic matching with the factory finish of the BMW X5 E53 cabin.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6949441-3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6949441
• Substitutable numbers: 8373737, 61318373677, 8373677, 61318373740, 8373740, 61316953941, 6953941, 6949441, 61316949441, 61316946433, 6946433, BG
• Color: Black
• Category: Switches & Controls

Purpose and control functions

The panel is designed as a central control module for the PDC parking system, cruise control, and seat heating in the BMW X5 E53. Grouping these functions into one button unit ensures:

• intuitive access to parking assistance,
• convenient switching of the cruise control on and off,
• direct control of driver and passenger seat heating.

Thanks to this, the driver can react quickly to changing driving conditions while maintaining ergonomics and clarity of operation.

Construction, colour scheme and interior integration

The panel is made in a black finish, characteristic of the factory cockpit elements of the BMW X5 E53. This colour scheme:

• facilitates aesthetic matching with the original centre console,
• limits the visibility of minor signs of wear,
• ensures a consistent, toned-down interior look.

The layout of the buttons is subordinated to ergonomics – individual functions are clearly separated, which promotes confident operation without taking your eyes off the road.

Benefits of using the original panel

Using the original centre console button panel in the BMW X5 E53 brings a number of practical benefits:

• Factory electrical and mechanical fit – the module is designed for a specific model, which reduces the risk of installation problems.
• Visual consistency with other cockpit elements – no "add-on" effect or mismatched inserts.
• Possibility to restore full functionality of PDC, cruise control, and seat heating systems after the failure of the previous panel.

This solution is particularly beneficial for interior repairs when you want to maintain the original character of the car.

Application in service and interior modernisation

The centre console button panel will work well both for standard replacement of a damaged module and for restoring the completeness of equipment in the BMW X5 E53. It can be used in:

• repairs after mechanical damage to the console,
• servicing of PDC, cruise control, and seat heating control systems,
• cabin refreshment projects while maintaining original BMW solutions.

Thanks to this, it is a practical element for workshops specialising in the BMW brand and for users who care about the technical and visual consistency of the vehicle.

Related BMW control elements

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernisation of the cockpit area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as control panels, button modules, or ignition lock assemblies, check the available parts in the BMW switches, controls and ignition locks category.

More about choosing used premium parts

When selecting used control elements for premium class cars, it is worth knowing the specifics of original components and their impact on user comfort. A broader discussion of the topic can be found in the article: Used parts for Mercedes – original parts from dismantling, which shows how to reasonably use components from the secondary market in the premium car segment.