Tranny Software 2004-2005?

[jditom]

I am going in next week to see about the tranny software update that many have had done for there 2004-5's. With so many complaining why is this not a general recall? Is everyone having this problem?

[fln8tive]

I think my 2004 is fine...did you figure out the pulling under braking problem?

[Quicksilver]

Originally Posted by jditom

I am going in next week to see about the tranny software update that many have had done for there 2004-5's. With so many complaining why is this not a general recall? Is everyone having this problem?

I was told this is an update for 04's not 05's.

[jditom]

Originally Posted by Quicksilver

I was told this is an update for 04's not 05's.

Other's with 05's have posted there updates?
Also heard that new software is std on 06.

[jditom]

Originally Posted by accella4.4

I think my 2004 is fine...did you figure out the pulling under braking problem?

Buy luck I put on my winter set up.
18/Nokians and it was gone.
Tires took care of it.

[Quicksilver]

Originally Posted by jditom

Other's with 05's have posted there updates?
Also heard that new software is std on 06.

Where??

[jditom]

Originally Posted by Quicksilver

Where??

Here ya go!

http://www.xoutpost.com/x5-e53-forum/...light=software

http://www.xoutpost.com/x5-e53-forum/...t=transmission

http://www.xoutpost.com/x5-e53-forum/...t=transmission

[Quicksilver]

Originally Posted by jditom

Here ya go!

http://www.xoutpost.com/x5-e53-forum/...light=software

http://www.xoutpost.com/x5-e53-forum/...t=transmission

http://www.xoutpost.com/x5-e53-forum/...t=transmission

All of these address issues with 04 transmissions but do not mention 05's. If there is an update there needs to be some accurate information from the dealer as to which recall or programming information that applies to the 05 X5's. But thanks for the info.

[jditom]

Originally Posted by Quicksilver

All of these address issues with 04 transmissions but do not mention 05's. If there is an update there needs to be some accurate information from the dealer as to which recall or programming information that applies to the 05 X5's. But thanks for the info.

You should read through them several 05's are involved and there is a gray line between 04 and 05. Late 05 may have the new SW already.

I just had my transmission software updated this week on my '05 X5 and, wow, what a difference Definitely more responsive in terms of shifting points and holding time in gear. Also, I haven't experienced that head-jerking "slam" coming out of a rolling stop that I've had to endure on occasion since the upgrade either. So far, so good http://www.xoutpost.com/newreply.php?...ote=1&p=55032
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Sterling - I don't know about the '06, but I have had the same experience on my '05 4.4. Most of the time it is very slight. A couple of times it was so bad I thought someone rear ended me. Anyone know what the software fix is supposed to be. I'm going in for my first service within the next few weeks. Other than this and a window regulator, I've had 13,000 problem free miles. I love my X! Power is great, an improvement over my 01' 4.4. I figured it was time I said hi all, I've only been a member for months! Thanks in advance
Laura

[jditom]

Originally Posted by jditom

I am going in next week to see about the tranny software update that many have had done for there 2004-5's. With so many complaining why is this not a general recall? Is everyone having this problem?

Got my X back with a new tranny software and it's great so far. Solved my main problem of excessive down shifting when going down a steep hill. I would tap the brakes and it would shift into second gear and go to 4-4.5000 rpm. It also seems smoother around town and more responsive.
A must do!