ugh battery checked out ok and there are no codes which would show up if related to the charging system. And there would also be a battery warning light.

guess i'm gonna try the fuel injector cleaner... always thought that stuff was a gimmick... but I'm desperate now. If anyone has any other ideas I could throw at them, pls let me know.

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'08 X5 3.0si - Alpine White / Saddle Brown interior
Specs: Sport Pkg, Premium Pkg, Tech Pkg, Comfort Access, Aero Kit, Style 433 staggered 20s on Conti DWS
Mods: Carbon 35 tint, LED angel eyes, GP Thunder 7500k fogs, H&R 20mm/25mm spacers, clear reflectors, gunsmoke-tinted taillights
Coded: Digital speedo, windows/sunroof/tailgate close via keyfob

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