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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-07-2007, 08:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,052
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
Use the voice recognition - say "CD track XXX" ...

Use the voice recognition - say "CD track XXX" and it jumps to that track. You can move from song number 1 to number 2000 in 1 second.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-05-2007, 06:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,035
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
The lines just before the red zone on the tacho...

The lines just before the red zone on the tacho do not move on my 4.8i, and that is cold start at 2 degrees celcius ambient temperature. The manual only comments as to a warning appearing if the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-31-2007, 05:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,327
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
Hi, I also had this problem, the car went back to...

Hi, I also had this problem, the car went back to the dealer and they got it to work with the dimmer for the cluster, it does dim now but it is out of phase (brightness level) with the brightness of...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-22-2007, 06:45 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,501
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
This is the first I have heard of free 3 years...

This is the first I have heard of free 3 years servicing?? Nothing was mentioned when I picked up my 4.8i.
Has anybody else heard about this?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-18-2007, 07:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,206
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
In Australia with 4.8 1800km on clock, 98 RON...

In Australia with 4.8 1800km on clock, 98 RON feul, 9.8l/100km on highway and 15.1l/100km around the city. Not sure what that is MPG but you can do the conversion.
Forum: Australia Forum 06-07-2007, 07:09 PM
Replies: 1,127
Views: 197,098
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
I have the sport pack with the wider 19's at the...

I have the sport pack with the wider 19's at the rear and I got Bridgestone Duelers, the side walls are not as well finished as the Michelins I had on my E53 but they seem to handle OK and are not...
Forum: Australia Forum 06-05-2007, 03:33 AM
Replies: 1,127
Views: 197,098
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
Beacuse the "trailer stability system" involves...

Beacuse the "trailer stability system" involves the flex-ray electronics you will have little chance of getting an aftermarket fitment in the near future and a non BMW fitting may void the warranty...
Forum: Australia Forum 06-04-2007, 11:01 PM
Replies: 1,127
Views: 197,098
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
Dealer in Brisbane quoted me $2150, I will wait...

Dealer in Brisbane quoted me $2150, I will wait for a while to see how it looks on the car before I spend that sort of money. I presume the price will drop with time.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-01-2007, 03:03 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,123
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
Saddle Brown with Space Grey is what I have.

The white balance in the pics of the white E70 show the saddle brown with an orange tint. I set the while balance on my pics below. I have had nothing but positive feedback on my combo.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-29-2007, 09:53 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 8,960
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
I think he is refering to the PDC audible beeping...

I think he is refering to the PDC audible beeping and camera together. We want the PDC car image showing on the screen on one side and the live images from the rear camera showing on the other. I't...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-29-2007, 08:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 8,960
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
Are you sure?? if so, please explain how you show...

Are you sure?? if so, please explain how you show the PDC image and the camera view image together at the same time??
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-29-2007, 07:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 8,960
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
I agree, in my wifes Lexus the camera is at least...

I agree, in my wifes Lexus the camera is at least twice the resolution and works great off the reverse lights in the pitch black. I am thinking of swapping the cameras (they look almost identical)...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-15-2007, 06:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,941
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
I had a near new 4.4i for the day while my 4.8i...

I had a near new 4.4i for the day while my 4.8i had a software upgrade, it felt like I was towing a trailer. The 4.8i definately feels "quicker", ie. accelerates faster with less engine effort. It...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-14-2007, 03:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,311
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
The Nokia 6233 comes supplied with the X5's in...

The Nokia 6233 comes supplied with the X5's in Australia, the cradle is on backorder. The good thing about the cradle is it uses the antenna in the fin on the roof to boost reception and it charges...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-13-2007, 06:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,537
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
It is definately the fuel pump. If you stick your...

It is definately the fuel pump. If you stick your head under the car and unlock it with the remote you can hear the hiss come from near the fuel tank. Tends to be louder if the car has not been used...
Forum: Australia Forum 05-07-2007, 10:43 PM
Replies: 1,127
Views: 197,098
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
Watrob, you should have just ordered the V8 to...

Watrob, you should have just ordered the V8 to save you adding all the extras. The difference in fuel consumption and maintence costs are comparative. The diesel service is every 15K and V8 25-30K...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-07-2007, 07:52 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 13,994
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
I have had my 4.8 for a week now and I must say...

I have had my 4.8 for a week now and I must say it has the best gearbox I have driven, this is my 6th BMW and my wife has a lexus. This box is by far the smoothest and most intuitive.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-06-2007, 07:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,553
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
I am not sure how to tell what version of the...

I am not sure how to tell what version of the software I have now but it is working without any faults. I car was returned for i-drive freezing (which first occured when i was being shown thru the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-04-2007, 07:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,553
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
Post a pic of you menu screen!

I was told by the service advisor yesterday that the i-drive system is different in each country and each country has their own software programs. I have attached my menu screen which is different to...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-04-2007, 07:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,260
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
Problem Solved.

Dealer re installed software and cabin illumination is all back to how it should be. Also my i-drive menu screen is new so i guess they have upgraded the software, the menus appear as soon as the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-02-2007, 09:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,866
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
I have tried a Nokia 6230i and Nokia 6233 (which...

I have tried a Nokia 6230i and Nokia 6233 (which was supplied with the car), both work fine but only the 6233 shows the phone reception on the i-drive screen. Other than that all bluetooth functions...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-02-2007, 09:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,260
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
Does my 4.8i have a fault or is this normal?

I have had the car for 3 days now and I have noticed at night that the brightness of the climate control screen is INTENSELY bright. I move the wheel on the light control panel and every other...
Forum: Australia Forum 05-01-2007, 09:18 PM
Replies: 1,127
Views: 197,098
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
I was one of the few that got comfort seats,...

I was one of the few that got comfort seats, others that ordered later were offered sports seats or refund of deposit. The good thing about these seats is that you press a button and the side...
Forum: Australia Forum 05-01-2007, 07:30 PM
Replies: 1,127
Views: 197,098
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
I don't have adaptive drive just the sports...

I don't have adaptive drive just the sports susp., the ride is softer than my old 4.4. It handles much better and very little body roll. The adaptive may give a softer ride when not in sport mode but...
Forum: Australia Forum 04-30-2007, 08:57 PM
Replies: 1,127
Views: 197,098
Posted By Big_Dog_X5
Photos

Here a a few pics, if anyone wants any specific photo or questions let me know.
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