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Forum: X ///M Forum 08-23-2015, 04:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 12,664
Posted By tmetcalf52
I wish I had gotten the extended warranty. I...

I wish I had gotten the extended warranty. I traded my 2010 X5M w 61,000 miles on it, after I replaced the transmission and 2 wks later had 2 fuel injectors fail. Got offered $29,000 at the four...
Forum: X ///M Forum 03-14-2013, 02:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,645
Posted By tmetcalf52
Improvements after 3 yrs on the road

Got X5M 1/2010,with 36,000 miles just had some service issues resolved 1) Increased battery Discharge, was intermittent, then happened all the time. - New Battery Installed. They wanted to put in a...
Forum: X ///M Forum 03-04-2013, 03:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,844
Posted By tmetcalf52
I've got 37,000 miles on my X5M. Have noticed...

I've got 37,000 miles on my X5M. Have noticed same noise. Dealer thinks its from Fuel injector, but hasn't offered a fix. I imagine the noise is there but when driver harder the engine noise masks it.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-01-2012, 01:45 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,087
Posted By tmetcalf52
My first X5 in '99 (first year out) did have alot...

My first X5 in '99 (first year out) did have alot of nickle and dime service issues, except with BMW it costs alot more to fix. But I loved the car and traded it in on a 4.8is X5 which was problem...
Forum: X ///M Forum 03-01-2012, 01:37 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 20,399
Posted By tmetcalf52
24,000 miles and I still love the vehicle. The...

24,000 miles and I still love the vehicle. The size is right for me, but it is big. lucky to get 13 mpg. I think BMW screwed the pooch with their Navigation Upgrade not being DVD based. My local...
Forum: X ///M Forum 02-14-2012, 01:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,413
Posted By tmetcalf52
Living in Tennessee I turn Coolnig seats on if...

Living in Tennessee I turn Coolnig seats on if taking a trip, It takes a while to cool down. Definetely think massager helps in trips over 3 hrs. Glad I've got them both, though the heated seats are...
Forum: Navigation System 01-03-2011, 11:31 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,241
Posted By tmetcalf52
Nav Rip off

I've had Bimmers for years. I've used their DVD systems and even had an old one that required 6 CDs to cover the USA. I always thought the DVDs were a little out of date by the time they were...
Forum: X ///M Forum 01-03-2011, 11:21 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,149
Posted By tmetcalf52
Squeaky brakes

My X5M is a year old. When I first got it brake squeal was awful. It seemed when the weather warmed up the problem resolved. When it got cold the squeal was bad when first starting out. I had the...
Forum: X ///M Forum 12-08-2010, 12:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,567
Posted By tmetcalf52
I got the deal when I purchased the vehicle. The...

I got the deal when I purchased the vehicle. The salesman was basically worried about the wheel damage that might occur. I've used it twice to replace tires with large nails/screws they picked up....
Forum: X ///M Forum 10-21-2010, 03:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,192
Posted By tmetcalf52
I think of Drive as normal for family and in the...

I think of Drive as normal for family and in the neighboorhood. I frequently toggle between Drive and Sport around town depending on the surroundings, how I want to corner, etc. Sport can be pretty...
Forum: X ///M Forum 07-09-2010, 11:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,230
Posted By tmetcalf52
A lot of people wont understand the vehicle. It...

A lot of people wont understand the vehicle. It is preposterous, and expensive, but boy it's fun.
Forum: X ///M Forum 06-14-2010, 01:33 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,681
Posted By tmetcalf52
I have 6500 miles on mine. It's my 3rd X5. It...

I have 6500 miles on mine. It's my 3rd X5. It does fine as a daily ride, but really excels on the highway. I'm glad I got it.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-06-2010, 05:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 13,594
Posted By tmetcalf52
The manual doesn't explain the fuses. Their is a...

The manual doesn't explain the fuses. Their is a pictogram with the fuses, but only 2 relate to the phone. Not sure which ones go to NAV, or bluetooth for that matter. Any ideas??
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-06-2010, 10:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 13,594
Posted By tmetcalf52
I have an X5M with phone issues. I'm not sure...

I have an X5M with phone issues. I'm not sure which fuses I need to unplug. There are 2 listed as phone in the trunk. Under the glovebox (a real pain to get to) there is one (listed as #3) which I...
Forum: X ///M Forum 03-11-2010, 11:35 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,658
Posted By tmetcalf52
I've been in 20 degree to 60 degree weather,...

I've been in 20 degree to 60 degree weather, Snow, rain. Had it 6 weeks, camera seems to work fine. I think it's a great feature on this vehicle. Hope your problem gets solved. Keep us posted.
Forum: X ///M Forum 03-05-2010, 12:20 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,479
Posted By tmetcalf52
I've had leather seats for the last 20 years....

I've had leather seats for the last 20 years. Looking forward to the ventilation this summer. I vote for comfort over looks.
Forum: X ///M Forum 02-17-2010, 11:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,791
Posted By tmetcalf52
M5s

I got my first M5 in '87, an inline 6, great balance, best engine BMW ever had, kept it 13 years. Next in 2001 was a V8, not nearly as good a handling car, but much more luxury features. Its M power...
Forum: X ///M Forum 02-16-2010, 12:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,791
Posted By tmetcalf52
Squeaky brakes back

Temp 23. Brakes squeak again, but only in reverse. How wierd is that. Wonder how fast I can go in reverse to panic stop??
Forum: X ///M Forum 02-15-2010, 12:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,791
Posted By tmetcalf52
Thoughts after 1300 miles in X5 M

Squeaky brakes stopped after 3 panic stops from 70 mph. Hope it lasts. Hint-dont do this in M mode, the vehicle downshifts so aggressively that if you have to accelerate halfway thru you'll have a...
Forum: X ///M Forum 02-11-2010, 12:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,916
Posted By tmetcalf52
Hello. X5M with 1200 miles

Hello. New to forum. Got Black on Black X5M last month; with 1200 miles on it went in for service suggested by salesman (no surprise since I'd had 2 M5s). Surprise was service personnel said no...
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