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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-30-2010, 12:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,030
Posted By stim141
Runflats / non runflats lease return - BMWUSA?

Anyone know what BMW NA requires regarding tires when turning in the car. Have about a year left on my X5 and I think the tires are going to be marginal when I turn in the car. Would prefer not to...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-03-2009, 08:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,354
Posted By stim141
Yep...its in the manual. Had that function...

Yep...its in the manual. Had that function various Mercedes I've owned for the past 12 years. It does make a difference when the temps are in the 30's you'll definately appreciate it. Curious that...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-03-2009, 03:01 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,045
Posted By stim141
Won't hurt it, my dealer fill them up with...

Won't hurt it, my dealer fill them up with regular as a practice. Have driven many times with regular on long trip - no performance issues but the mileage does drop a "wee bit."

Grew up in NJ and...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-27-2009, 10:26 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,872
Posted By stim141
Software Update on 3.0 - now growls?

Had a brake fluid flush and software update last week. Engine noise for some reason is much louder at 50-80 mph - sounds like a growl/whir noise. Prior to update drove car about 550 each way and...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-13-2009, 01:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,683
Posted By stim141
Not staggered - checked my manual as well and it...

Not staggered - checked my manual as well and it says the same thing but I don't understand why they don't recommend it. Tires do wear faster in the front than in the rear - turning and weight...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-13-2009, 01:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,683
Posted By stim141
Tire Rotation Schedule?

What should be the tire rotation/rebalance schedule on an X5 with the standard runflats? Currently about 4500 miles. Wear and alignment seem to be normal. On my last Volvo XC90 V8 I would rotate...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-21-2009, 05:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,931
Posted By stim141
Fortunately it isn't an issue anymore since I...

Fortunately it isn't an issue anymore since I called around to several places my wife and I went last week and someone found it fortunately.

:p::rofl:
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-21-2009, 10:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,931
Posted By stim141
Source/Cost for replacement keyfobs?

Think I lost or misplaced one of my keyfobs - anyone have a cheaper than dealer source? Can you purchase one on eBay and have it reprogramed? Thanks.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-06-2009, 03:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,052
Posted By stim141
Didn't work out that way - There are two spring...

Didn't work out that way - There are two spring clips at the top and two L shaped clips out of metal on the bottom. I used a OEM Trim tool to pop the clips at the top and the piece lifts bottom to...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-06-2009, 02:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,052
Posted By stim141
Thanks, good to know.

Thanks, good to know.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-06-2009, 12:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,052
Posted By stim141
Remove front seat cover - back?

Anyone have an idea how to remove the vinyl covered seat back cover. Had problem with open windows during a rainstorm (see other post) and everything is basically dry but the backrest seems to still...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-05-2009, 07:13 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,730
Posted By stim141
Ok, basically spent the day sucking out the water...

Ok, basically spent the day sucking out the water out of the carpet, then pulled the rubber gaskets at the bottom of the door - removed the rear seat then lifted the carpets. Yes the rubber pad was...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-05-2009, 09:43 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,730
Posted By stim141
Used a water extractor as well and its feels...

Used a water extractor as well and its feels extremely dry - will try lifting the carpet next - but I'm also calling my Service Advisor. Cars a lease but I still keep it pristine. Tried the all...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-05-2009, 09:09 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,730
Posted By stim141
Rainstorm opened Windows/Sunroof - Took a soaking!!!!

Last night had to leave my car outside - had lighting/rain. About 5am woke up to take the dog out - all windows and the sunroof were all open. Car took a beating to say the least - ShopVac sucked out...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-22-2009, 10:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,388
Posted By stim141
Bird droppings are REALLY nasty because they just...

Bird droppings are REALLY nasty because they just don't leave a residule that can be clayed out but eat into the clearcoat paint. Water droplets also will do the same thing except they act like...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-06-2009, 10:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,186
Posted By stim141
Who is your insurance company? Amazing they...

Who is your insurance company? Amazing they authorized it unless they plan on suing the other driver who is at fault no matter what the reason. Said amazing because they rebuilt the car properly...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-11-2009, 02:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,838
Posted By stim141
There are a couple of ways looking at it - are...

There are a couple of ways looking at it - are you positive you are going to keep it past 4 years? X5 extended warranties aren't exactly cheap. If you are - start looking now at other companies...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-06-2009, 12:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,723
Posted By stim141
Have only 700miles so far and getting about 15.6...

Have only 700miles so far and getting about 15.6 city - highway got as high as 21 mpg without hills and a constant straight run. Tried both regular (dealer recommended it) and premium - no change in...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-06-2009, 06:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,488
Posted By stim141
If you used off the shelf stuff (blue) it...

If you used off the shelf stuff (blue) it probably won't hurt it since it basically is just water, and ethylene glycol which is antifreeze. On some cars for example the VW GTI VR6 engine - regular...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-10-2009, 09:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,710
Posted By stim141
Suntrup West County - salesman was Julian Boyd. ...

Suntrup West County - salesman was Julian Boyd. Saw him today when I picked up my car and we looked it over when they buffed out the bird etching and did the dentless on the crease. The crease came...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-10-2009, 12:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,710
Posted By stim141
Agree - my salesman has been selling BMW's for 20...

Agree - my salesman has been selling BMW's for 20 years and from the onset is looking for a long term relationship and does with his other clients. I basically bought the car over the phone from...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-09-2009, 11:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,710
Posted By stim141
Yep, no running boards. Crease was pretty high...

Yep, no running boards. Crease was pretty high up on the rear door right where there is the bulge out/flare out which does stick out pretty far. Think this thing is going to be a dent magnet esp...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-09-2009, 08:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,710
Posted By stim141
How to handle a delivery door ding?

Picked up my 3.0 in about 30 days ago - January 1st. Car has been driven ONLY 80 miles and the car had 120 miles when delivered. Must have been a demonstrator and was shipped from another dealer. ...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-08-2009, 09:15 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,360
Posted By stim141
Definately clay it. But just a tip - if you drop...

Definately clay it. But just a tip - if you drop the bar on the ground or floor of your garage no matter how clean - THROW IT AWAY! If will pick up some nasty grit and you scratch the hell out of...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-08-2009, 09:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,056
Posted By stim141
First how long are you planning on keeping the...

First how long are you planning on keeping the car? And a fix depends on how badly damaged the piece. If its bent and creased pulling it only weakens the part. Cut and weld, you have to consider...
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