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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-12-2026, 05:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 274
Posted By jimoreno
Yes, I did the live data and every button pushed...

Yes, I did the live data and every button pushed resulted in an instant status change in the scanner (unlock, R, D, Sport and P).
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-06-2026, 02:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 274
Posted By jimoreno
Yep, that's what I did using the live data...

Yep, that's what I did using the live data option. All of them tested ok (status changed in the scanner).
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-05-2026, 08:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 274
Posted By jimoreno
I used my Foxwell NT510 scanner and read the GWS...

I used my Foxwell NT510 scanner and read the GWS (Gearshift selector) but there are no codes stored. I have ISTA but haven't used it yet so need to read the guide to learn to connect. I have the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-02-2026, 05:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 274
Posted By jimoreno
Anyone repaired a ZF8HP70X?

I have this code "4FD0 Position Specification" immediately after starting the engine. I originally thought that I had cooked the electronics so I replace it with the one from the used transmission...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-27-2026, 06:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 610
Posted By jimoreno
I finally got it fixed. After a LiquiMoly engine...

I finally got it fixed. After a LiquiMoly engine oil flush and fresh oil and filter, drove about 15 miles and when I cleared the codes it didn't return. It has been great since then.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-23-2026, 07:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 610
Posted By jimoreno
2012 Xdrive50i - Weird behavior after oil change

So, I replaced the N63 engine in my X5 and finished around January. I installed a lower temp water thermostat before installing it and ordered the lower temp oil cooler valve about 3 weeks ago. It...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-16-2026, 10:53 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 387
Posted By jimoreno
I believe you can remove the glass from above (I...

I believe you can remove the glass from above (I have to do it but I've been dragging my feet on this one) and do it. It might not match as you'll need to source new material so may be find a local...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-10-2026, 11:36 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,908
Posted By jimoreno
The Valeo regulator is very easy to replace, no...

The Valeo regulator is very easy to replace, no soldering required. However, finding the 230 Amp one proved impossible (or not economically feasible) when I was looking for one. When I was replacing...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-09-2026, 05:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 447
Posted By jimoreno
I just installed the new engine and even though I...

I just installed the new engine and even though I purchased all of what's needed to install the oil catch cans, I just needed to get my car my car back on the road (paying a rental for 5 weeks is not...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-08-2026, 11:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 447
Posted By jimoreno
Thanks! I bought the car with 101K and it had...

Thanks! I bought the car with 101K and it had 169K at the time of engine replacement. It was burning a quart of oil every 400 to 600 miles! Surprisingly the intake valves were actually pretty clean...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-08-2026, 10:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 447
Posted By jimoreno
N63 Engine Replacement Labels

I finished replacing the N63 engine in my 2012 about two months ago. With the engine, I got two labels but no instructions. Are these supposed to be put in specific locations (like recall stickers in...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-01-2025, 04:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,130
Posted By jimoreno
Do you mean the pocket where the phone cradle...

Do you mean the pocket where the phone cradle would go? That's held in place by eight (8) Yes, 8 screws, 4 from the top and two on each side. When I took it apart to replace the sliding cover for the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-25-2024, 01:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 991
Posted By jimoreno
I've had always used Bosch sensors from Amazon...

I've had always used Bosch sensors from Amazon that come complete with the wire and connector, just plug it in.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-11-2024, 07:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 756
Posted By jimoreno
My car had an adaptive headlight (left)code and I...

My car had an adaptive headlight (left)code and I just bought one of the cheap modules on Ebay, replaced it and that fixed it. Haven't had any issue in two years.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-26-2024, 02:12 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 829
Posted By jimoreno
N63 New Engine Part number

So I remember that someone had given me the part number for the remanufactured engine but I can't find it now. MY car has been drinking oil (a quart every 400 to 500 miles) and smokes like crazy when...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-26-2024, 01:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 951
Posted By jimoreno
My 2012 says "Tow ready" but there was nothing...

My 2012 says "Tow ready" but there was nothing related to it. I got a hitch (U-Haul/Curt) at a pick-n-pull for like $30 and ordered the tow module from ECS tuning. Installed it myself and coded with...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-08-2024, 06:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,394
Posted By jimoreno
Whatever you do don't use Avin. I had a horrible...

Whatever you do don't use Avin. I had a horrible experience with them and after 3 to 4 weeks of troubleshooting via email (it takes a day to get a response from them) I sent it back. I had the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-11-2023, 06:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,671
Posted By jimoreno
I posted the pictures of the hitch (without...

I posted the pictures of the hitch (without cleaning it up so there is rust) with the Curt mount installed in this post...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-06-2023, 10:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,671
Posted By jimoreno
I have a U-Haul unit that I got from a...

I have a U-Haul unit that I got from a pick-a-part for $37.
I'll post a picture tomorrow.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-06-2023, 10:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,671
Posted By jimoreno
I ordered the wide Curt one as it mounts over the...

I ordered the wide Curt one as it mounts over the 2" hitch without any drilling. Should be here tomorrow so I'll mount it and report back.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-05-2023, 06:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,671
Posted By jimoreno
I have the harness and the hitch but now there is...

I have the harness and the hitch but now there is one last open item. For those that have used aftermarket hitches (non-BMW) I have a question. What did you do with the wiring connector for the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-19-2023, 11:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,824
Posted By jimoreno
Wow, just wow! That is a lot of work. I'm about...

Wow, just wow! That is a lot of work. I'm about to start doing something similar to my N63 engine. I've got a valve cover leak, I found that one of my turbo wastegate flap has a ton of play (no codes...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-21-2023, 04:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 788
Posted By jimoreno
The dealer will price you a new headlight as they...

The dealer will price you a new headlight as they don't do that kind of work. It is a lot of work as you have to either put the whole thing in an oven or cut it with a Dremel tool and then remove the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-12-2023, 05:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,062
Posted By jimoreno
You won't have AD as the shocks have electronic...

You won't have AD as the shocks have electronic valving controlled by the system. The system will probably shut off due to not "seeing" the AD shocks. Not sure if it will give you errors in the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-09-2023, 06:51 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,149
Posted By jimoreno
Those compression numbers sound very low to me....

Those compression numbers sound very low to me. Sounds like a major issue if you get that in all cylinders.
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