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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-25-2022, 02:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,114
Posted By Dante2004
It was more of a question in general. Do...

It was more of a question in general.

Do scanners all "map" the cylinders with the same numbers system? I suppose that would make sense because they are just reading the computer signals.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-20-2022, 07:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,419
Posted By Dante2004
So I finally got them seated like they should be....

So I finally got them seated like they should be. Just finished up and headed out shortly to clear the codes and test drive. I ran it in the driveway for a few minutes and it sounded much better. ...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-20-2022, 07:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,419
Posted By Dante2004
I finally got to that point to (pounding) but I...

I finally got to that point to (pounding) but I was afraid I would go over board and break something if I used a mallet. haha
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-19-2022, 10:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,419
Posted By Dante2004
I've watched a few youtube videos and most people...

I've watched a few youtube videos and most people seem to agree they "are hard to push in"...but dang, I feel like I'm going to break something if I push on them any harder.

It's hard to see where...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-19-2022, 08:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,419
Posted By Dante2004
Also I cleaned the harness with electrical...

Also I cleaned the harness with electrical connector cleaner - although they didn't really look that dirty.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-19-2022, 08:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,419
Posted By Dante2004
Cleaned vanos, now it runs WORSE! Where did I go wrong?!?

2010 X5 N62 4.8 90k miles

I understand that I should probably just replace them, but figured I'd try to clean them first. i THOUGHT, that worst case, it made no improvement. :dunno:

I was...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-16-2022, 09:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,949
Posted By Dante2004
#8 can be a pita to change...not saying this...

#8 can be a pita to change...not saying this happened, but I've seen where they plug & coil don't get changed when the rest are because the person just can't get it out.

I'm having this issue...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-16-2022, 09:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,114
Posted By Dante2004
Cylinder order: scanner numbering vs diagram in the manual. Different?

I've read that the cylinder number that a scanner displays may not follow the diagram posted. Something about how a scanner numbers the cylinders in firing order rather than the way the manual does....
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-24-2022, 11:42 PM
Replies: 1,164
Views: 295,650
Posted By Dante2004
If you were asking me…4.8

If you were asking me…4.8
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-24-2022, 04:56 PM
Replies: 1,164
Views: 295,650
Posted By Dante2004
Just some maintenance stuff... Replaced the...

Just some maintenance stuff...

Replaced the water pump (bad bearing) and thermostat while I was there. Also replaced the spark plugs and coils. The back one on the driver side is a PITA! Still...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-11-2014, 11:15 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 262,905
Posted By Dante2004
Not sure which hex screw you are talking...

Not sure which hex screw you are talking about…and not sure what you mean by "can't get it threaded". The holes don't line up? Or you can't get it to thread so that you can screw it in?

I had a...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-08-2013, 06:12 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,527
Posted By Dante2004
Nothing... I did the reset but it didn't...

Nothing...

I did the reset but it didn't change a thing. I've seen some people put those plastic wind deflectors on in front of the roof. Maybe that would help.

I just open it in "vent" and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-19-2013, 03:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,054
Posted By Dante2004
Had a shop tell me that I had to replace ALL the...

Had a shop tell me that I had to replace ALL the rotors and pads.

I asked "why can't I just replace the rotors on the axle that are the problem"

"Oh no, you don't want to do that. You want...
Forum: The Lounge 08-19-2013, 01:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 722
Posted By Dante2004
How / Where do you go to SELL your vehicle?

Autotrader?
Craigslist?
Sign in the window?

I don't like to sell cars to friends/family/co-workers just in case something happens after the deal so I really don't want to put a sign in the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-19-2013, 01:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,054
Posted By Dante2004
Finally got a garage to give a straight answer...

Finally got a garage to give a straight answer and now it's fixed. Turned out to be the control arms.

They confirmed that my rotors may have a SLIGHT warp issue, but certainly good to go for now....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-19-2013, 01:02 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,093
Posted By Dante2004
I have a Dinan 4.8is and get about 16MPG mixed...

I have a Dinan 4.8is and get about 16MPG mixed driving. I don't think I baby the throttle but I'm not flooring it at every light either.

The exhaust is kind of loud and I don't want every pimple...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-06-2013, 02:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,054
Posted By Dante2004
Took it to a brake shop today and they said the...

Took it to a brake shop today and they said the rotors need to be replaced. Of course they will just jump to conclusions and fix everything...and therefore it "needs" all new rotors and pads.
...
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 08-05-2013, 09:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,021
Posted By Dante2004
Lug missing...how big of a safety issue?

Long story short...well sort of.

Bought new tires (4)
For the life of me I could find the "key" for the locking lug nuts so the shop said they could get them off - no worries.

They...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-05-2013, 08:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,054
Posted By Dante2004
Wobble left to right...that is a good explanation...

Wobble left to right...that is a good explanation of what I am getting. It almost seems like the wheel is vibrating from the shudder in the vehicles, as opposed to the typical steering wheel shake...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-04-2013, 06:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,054
Posted By Dante2004
2006 X5 - vibration when coasting or braking

2006 X5 4.8

It only seems to vibrate when I am coasting or braking. Rarely feel it under acceleration. You can feel it in the steering wheel but it tracks straight.

What really puzzles me is...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-04-2013, 06:35 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,527
Posted By Dante2004
Going to try the rest to see if it works... ...

Going to try the rest to see if it works...

Mine is definitely not the loose screw issue.

The front glass piece (pano roof) rattles. You can feel it bouncing up and down when you hit small...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-18-2013, 01:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,867
Posted By Dante2004
Yes, I can watch DVD's from the headrests. I...

Yes, I can watch DVD's from the headrests. I activate that with a small switch under the dash (aftermarket).

No, I don't have a TV option in the menu


Yes, I have DSP if that matters.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-18-2013, 12:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,867
Posted By Dante2004
Factory head unit Factory nav system. Not sure...

Factory head unit
Factory nav system. Not sure about "factory tv system". I can watch DVD's on the screen if that answers your question. The feed comes from the DVD players and monitors in the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-15-2013, 03:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,867
Posted By Dante2004
How do you "check" the camera? Not trying...

How do you "check" the camera?

Not trying to be dumb. Visually it doesn't look broken...nothing hit it, broke off, etc.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-15-2013, 02:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,867
Posted By Dante2004
Back up camera not working...

Working fine until about a week ago. When you shift into reverse the nav display switched to a blank screen. Not "off", but as if there is no video feed.

Any fuses or connections I should check...
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