Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
05-27-2014, 05:11 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,573
Ecotune?
Delete may be an option, but at nearly 1500.00 USD, and a voided warranty to be expected, not ready for that. No no no.
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
05-20-2014, 08:20 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,573
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
05-16-2014, 11:19 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,573
X5 Diesel long term
Anybody out there with a high mileage E70 3.5D? Our lease is up in a few months and trying to decide if we should keep it and buy from BMW leasing or move on. We really like it but I am leery about...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
05-09-2014, 08:55 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,247
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
12-20-2013, 04:08 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,848
Bad Cat
Just got my 2012 diesel back from dealer. CEL indicated a bad cat. Service advisor said it was the third one he'd seen. Turns out there may have been a bad lot from supplier. Pleased the warranty...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
12-11-2013, 09:21 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,111
Switch
We've had a 2012 diesel X5 since December of 2011. Except for Check Engine Lights because of DEF refillls, the engine has been flawless and the performance, exceptional. Mileage is consistently...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
04-20-2012, 09:31 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 10,609
The Class III trailer hitch is an Ebay deal I...
The Class III trailer hitch is an Ebay deal I found for 159.99, shipping included. Made by Magnus. The material and workmanship were just as nice as any out there. It measures 14" from level...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
04-17-2012, 02:00 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 10,609
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
04-13-2012, 09:01 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 10,609
Rivet tool-improvise
I used two sets of pliers to set the rivets. Cheap and effective. One set to hold the rivet in place and a pair of vise grips to pull the rivet post out. Once set, you can cut off the excess with...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
03-23-2012, 11:31 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 10,609
Hitch Differences
When doing the installation, I did look at the previous posts. The 2012 is different on the sides where the bumper clips in behind the wheel well and also across the bottom where the trimming takes...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
03-22-2012, 01:39 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 10,609
Trailer hitch installation
Wanted to share some observations for those brave souls that want a DIY trailer hitch experience on the E70. I purchased a hitch (Magnus) via Ebay for 159.00. Very well made. Also purchased extra...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
03-22-2012, 01:20 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 36,870
Diesel noise and smell
In the manual, there is reference to the diesel particulate filter routinely burning off soot particles at high temperature and, "during cleaning periods of several minutes, the engine may run less...
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Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum
01-29-2012, 10:33 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,806
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Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum
01-28-2012, 03:45 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,806
Audio System Confusion
Maybe I'm missing something. I have a 11/11 build X5 diesel with what I think is suppose to be the hi fi sound system...non Logic 7. That is to say, mids in the front and rear doors, tweeters in...
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Forum: Dealer Info
12-21-2011, 09:40 PM
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Replies: 44
Views: 14,836
New 2012 X5 diesel purchase
Just completed a deal on a 2012 diesel X5. Passport BMW is overall, one of the better experiences I've had in 25 years of buying and selling and trading these cars. I can honestly say this is the...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
02-13-2011, 10:24 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,184
Just put Akebono pads on front along with...
Just put Akebono pads on front along with replacing rotors. Takes a while to "bed them in." Noticed a softer pedal after installation. They stop great and the brake dust has been cut down...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
01-22-2009, 10:19 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 914
Noteworthy Dealer Experience
Wanted to share a pleasant dealer maintenance experience I had at Checkered Flag BMW in Virginia Beach, VA. We have a 2004 X5 3.0 that just went out of warranty last September. Soon after, pixels...
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Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum
01-22-2009, 01:55 PM
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Replies: 40
Views: 9,367
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
11-14-2008, 01:26 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 3,529
Save the money, use air it's free...sort of
As a retired military pilot, nitrogen was the way to go as an almost inert gas that made for more stable pressure thoughout the temperature extremes of shipboard landings and takeoffs. My guess is...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
10-13-2008, 09:49 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,301
Questions regarding DSP Upgrade
Trying to upgrade standard sound system in an 04 E53 3.0 to DSP. Have a Loewe DSP amp from a 2000 7 Series, an 04 DSP Subwoofer enclosure and a DSP MID. The Loewe amp has round pins and the stock...
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