Designed your X3, X5 X6 or X7 upgrade your standard, low-spec sunroof into a high spec Moonlight panoramic roof

Bring the luxurious ambiance of high-end BMW models to your X3, X5, X6, or X7 with a custom Sky Lounge Roof Ambient Lighting Kit, this kit delivers a clean, factory-style finish without replacing the entire assembly.

This step-by-step DIY guide walks you through the process — from applying the light-diffusing film to routing wires and securing the LED strips — ensuring a precise, professional result at home.

What You’ll Need

  • Sky Lounge Roof Ambient Lighting Kit
    Ensure you have the correct kit for your specific BMW X3 / X5 / X6 / X7 model.
  • Cleaning Solution (Glass Cleaner Formula)
  • Mix water and dish soap as follows:
    • For 500ml–750ml water: Add 3 drops of dish soap (about the size of a soybean).
    • For 2000ml water: Add 7 drops of dish soap (about the size of a soybean).

    Important: Do not use too much dish soap, as excessive soap will prevent the film from sticking properly.

Installation Steps:

Step 2:Spring Wire Installation

Step 4: LED Light Strip Installation 

Step 5：DIP switch operation instructions (controlling the DIP switches)

You've just upgraded your BMW with a stunning Sky Lounge ambient lighting system. Get ready to enjoy a whole new level

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About Marcus Thorne — Lead Automotive Lighting Engineer

With 15 years on the factory floor, I've overseen the production of ambient lighting systems for major German and Japanese OEMs... reliability is the only metric that matters in long-term B2B partnerships.

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