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Forum: X5 (F15) Forum 01-04-2020, 02:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,994
Posted By RonVF
I am trying to view this F15 bible but am unable....

I am trying to view this F15 bible but am unable. Is there a special way to view?


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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-28-2017, 09:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,138
Posted By RonVF
Live data

I may be able to. I have both the Icarly for BMW as well as a Foxwell unit.
What should I be looking for?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-28-2017, 08:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,138
Posted By RonVF
Ever fix those?

I have the same issue. Just replaced the entire PVC system, cleaned the idle air control valve and replaced the fuel pump because it failed. I have a 2006 3.0 with 210,600 miles on her. Oh and Disa...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-23-2017, 08:36 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 22,388
Posted By RonVF
Hello Scott ZHP, I did this project last fall....

Hello Scott ZHP,
I did this project last fall. After having bought all the parts at local dealer for about $400 thinking everything would come pre-bent, ha! That's not the case, just very expensive...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-24-2016, 09:42 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 22,388
Posted By RonVF
No, I didn't do it exactly as you reference,...

No, I didn't do it exactly as you reference, however it was close, I didn't have the bleeder valve open when recycling the ABS. I'll need to purchase more fluid to do it that way. The 2 liters I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-22-2016, 09:53 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 22,388
Posted By RonVF
Okay, vehicle is out of the garage and the...

Okay, vehicle is out of the garage and the Foxwell NT510 gets you to the ABS bleed mode with just a couple of clicks. Pretty simple tool to use. Comes preloaded with the correct software for BMW if...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-21-2016, 08:15 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 22,388
Posted By RonVF
Well it looks like I do need to open the ABS to...

Well it looks like I do need to open the ABS to bleed mode and I refuse to take the vehicle off the jack stands until I get everything right so with that said I ordered the Foxwell NT510 scan tool...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-19-2016, 10:48 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 22,388
Posted By RonVF
Update.. I got everything connected an bled but...

Update..
I got everything connected an bled but I'm not liking the way the pedal feels, seems a little spongy.. I haven't put the wheel back on yet or given it a road test, mainly because I don't...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-19-2016, 03:48 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 22,388
Posted By RonVF
Almost done!

Okay, that write up is almost to the tee what I did yesterday. So much easier then what BMW was proposing. That little tool from Harbor freight was perfect for those tight 180 degree bends, plus I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-18-2016, 11:25 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 22,388
Posted By RonVF
Agreed

Agreed and why I am now planing to go the route of Calipsoe..
Short of a Mushroom flaring tool (I have the bubble) I am ready to give the one continuos run a try. And the NiCopp is much easier to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-18-2016, 10:45 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 22,388
Posted By RonVF
The problem with using the OEM lines is that...

The problem with using the OEM lines is that there is no way to get to the connection point for the line that goes to the right wheel. It is behind the rear sub frame and that is why BMW quotes 9-12...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-18-2016, 10:28 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 22,388
Posted By RonVF
In the middle of this repair and seem stuck! Help please!

Wow! Great write up! I have been searching the web for information just like this. Had the left rear line on my wife's 2006 X5 (198k)blow under the drivers door, last weekend. Cars in the garage up...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-27-2015, 10:50 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 39,513
Posted By RonVF
Probably no Joying

I emailed Joying to ask about retaining the on board computer (obc) features and they tell me I will not retain them.
Do you have any of the obc features with the unit you installed? And if so which...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-25-2015, 01:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,605
Posted By RonVF
I appreciate this new thread and replies to my...

I appreciate this new thread and replies to my question.
I have yet to drive the e70 and do agree with the comment on looks of the e53 vs the e70.
I like the hood and styling of the sides on the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-24-2015, 06:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,161
Posted By RonVF
Why prefer e53

I just picked up a 2006 X5 3.0 for my wife as a daily driver. I was hoping for a 2007-2008 but found this one. It's a 1 Owner car, woman owned with 189,000 miles on and all highway miles. Seems to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-22-2015, 05:14 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 39,513
Posted By RonVF
Hello all, I just picked up a 2006 X5 3.0, non...

Hello all,
I just picked up a 2006 X5 3.0, non DSP, no nav vehicle for my wife.
1 owner car with 189,000 miles on her. Seems to run well and first thing I did was replace the coolant tank and...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-25-2015, 07:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,872
Posted By RonVF
So do you need to remove the front end, including...

So do you need to remove the front end, including the fenders? As far as N62 engines being different, if it is, are you able to just change out the different parts or are there major differences and...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-24-2015, 10:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,872
Posted By RonVF
How do you do an E70 4.8 engine change?

I am considering purchasing a 2007 E70 4.8 that has a bad engine. (Jumped time)
I've been searching for information on what the actual process is for doing an engine change and if it is something an...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-23-2015, 11:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,324
Posted By RonVF
Thanks for the replies. Ozer - I would ertainly...

Thanks for the replies.
Ozer - I would ertainly do an LS1 if I could find out how. Last I tried checking into this on an E53 I could find out what needs to be done so, I think I figured it was just...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-22-2015, 12:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,324
Posted By RonVF
2007 X5 4.8 113k for sale, timing chain jumped, thoughts please.

I am seeking thoughts and information. 2007 X5 4.8 113k for sale, timing chain jumped. Owner was asking $8k, now down to maybe 6k and I was thinking of offering $4k. Vehicle is in great shape with...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-19-2015, 02:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,954
Posted By RonVF
Okay, my error on the x5 4.4iS - it's a sport...

Okay, my error on the x5 4.4iS - it's a sport model. I saw someone else post that way so I thought maybe they know something I didn't...maybe it means something else?
Anyway, after the responses and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-19-2015, 10:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,954
Posted By RonVF
I will be using this vehicle as our tow vehicle...

I will be using this vehicle as our tow vehicle for a 3,500 lb boat.
Plus, I have an 2005 545 iaS that she does appreciate the v8 in...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-19-2015, 09:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,954
Posted By RonVF
Should I purchase this 2003 iS with 101,000?

Should I purchase or walk?
I am scheduled to purchase a 2003 4.4 iS tonight. Car has no, nav, no Dsp, no winter package which is a big deal here in Upstate NY. Car has 101,000K and it has had 3...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-19-2015, 09:35 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,549
Posted By RonVF
Thanks for the software info guys. LVP, the link...

Thanks for the software info guys. LVP, the link you gave was in no longer good but it gets me to the info I need to search eBay.
Also not sure where or how to post this question but I was looking...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-17-2015, 11:36 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,549
Posted By RonVF
Hello all, Hope you don't mind me jumping in...

Hello all,
Hope you don't mind me jumping in here with a question. LVP, you mentioned Mike Millers maintenance schedule and also the Software on eBay.
Where do I find these? Especially the...
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