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Forum: X5 (F15) Forum

06-07-2017, 06:10 PM

Replies: 5

ACC Stop & Go

Views: 5,396

Posted By Bill K

The stop/go function is horrible. It'll save you...

The stop/go function is horrible. It'll save you a few pennies in fuel but cost you a ton when you have to replace your prematurely failed starter. Whenever I hear someone's car star up at a traffic...

Forum: X5 (F15) Forum

06-07-2017, 05:13 PM

Replies: 4

First production yr F15

Views: 2,639

Posted By Bill K

I've got one of the first and it's been trouble...

I've got one of the first and it's been trouble free

Forum: X5 (F15) Forum

09-26-2015, 03:14 PM

Replies: 27

New Battery every 2 oil changes

Views: 10,324

Posted By Bill K

I just found this. I'm still not sure what the...

I just found this. I'm still not sure what the issues are that necessitate a battery change

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=487544&d=1421772824

Forum: X5 (F15) Forum

09-26-2015, 02:43 PM

Replies: 27

New Battery every 2 oil changes

Views: 10,324

Posted By Bill K

Looking at the receipt, it states "Replace 12...

Looking at the receipt, it states
"Replace 12 volt battery as per cbs data" and
"Remove and replace battery and register as per cbs data" and
"Short test to register battery"
The part is...

Forum: X ///M Forum

09-25-2015, 06:53 AM

Replies: 7

Any X models that come with a manual tranny?

Views: 2,535

Posted By Bill K

The x3 manual is looking good. I just want a...

The x3 manual is looking good. I just want a compact suv for cruising around

Forum: X5 (F15) Forum

09-24-2015, 09:45 PM

Replies: 27

New Battery every 2 oil changes

Views: 10,324

Posted By Bill K

Are you sure that as your main battery? I just...

Are you sure that as your main battery? I just had my wife's X5 d in for the second oil change at 20k miles and the dealer told me there's a secondary battery that gets replaced at the second oil...

Forum: X ///M Forum

09-24-2015, 09:16 PM

Replies: 7

Any X models that come with a manual tranny?

Views: 2,535

Posted By Bill K

Any X models that come with a manual tranny?

And I don't mean Bruce Jenner :rainflag:
I test drove the X1 as a loaner and really liked the compact size and maneuvabilty but it lacked a manual tranny which I thought would make it perfect. ...

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

12-04-2014, 07:18 PM

Replies: 7

Changing axle, 2001 X5 3.0

Views: 905

Posted By Bill K

Are you saying that if I just undo the bushing...

Are you saying that if I just undo the bushing bolt and the 2 strut bolts, then it will pivot away enough that I can do the job without messing with the brakes?

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

12-04-2014, 04:11 PM

Replies: 7

Changing axle, 2001 X5 3.0

Views: 905

Posted By Bill K

ok, last time I removed the disc it was a bitch...

ok, last time I removed the disc it was a bitch because it was "rusted" on and I ended up using a hammer to knock it off. I damaged it intentionally to get it off and replace with a new one. that...

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

12-04-2014, 02:44 PM

Replies: 7

Changing axle, 2001 X5 3.0

Views: 905

Posted By Bill K

Changing axle, 2001 X5 3.0

I have a bad front passenger side axle and need to replace it. i've already researched the subject and have found instructions. My question is, is it absolutely necessary to remove the brake...

Forum: X5 (E70) Forum

10-02-2014, 09:40 PM

Replies: 9

New Alternator

Views: 4,392

Posted By Bill K

The first time an alternator goes bad, it's...

The first time an alternator goes bad, it's usually just the regulator. Did you check for a new regulator?

Forum: X5 (F15) Forum

07-27-2014, 10:02 AM

Replies: 12

Differences between gas and diesel?

Views: 5,512

Posted By Bill K

Thanks for all the comments. Honestly, for me...

Thanks for all the comments. Honestly, for me I'd probably pass on a diesel. I drive a 95 M3 and an '11 M3 convertible. This is for my wife who finds the bells and whistles entertaining. Going...

Forum: X5 (F15) Forum

07-22-2014, 08:59 PM

Replies: 12

Differences between gas and diesel?

Views: 5,512

Posted By Bill K

Also, are glow plugs a regular maintenance item,...

Also, are glow plugs a regular maintenance item, if so how often?

Forum: X5 (F15) Forum

07-22-2014, 08:56 PM

Replies: 12

Differences between gas and diesel?

Views: 5,512

Posted By Bill K

Thanks JCL. In my area diesel goes for abou...

Thanks JCL. In my area diesel goes for abou $3.85 while super runs about $4.10. Since BMW recommends a minimum of 91, the fuel price is a bonus along with the mileage. When you say water in the...

Forum: X5 (F15) Forum

07-22-2014, 02:12 PM

Replies: 12

Differences between gas and diesel?

Views: 5,512

Posted By Bill K

Differences between gas and diesel?

I admit to not knowing much at all about diesels so here's my question:

My wife has a 2009 X5 with the gas 3.0. We want a new 2015 X5 with diesel due to the increase in MPG. We've never owned a...

Forum: X5 (E70) Forum

03-15-2014, 05:08 PM

Replies: 6

What size tires can I replace my OEM's with?

Views: 1,174

Posted By Bill K

Thanks You had the LTX's on your E53? By the...

Thanks You had the LTX's on your E53? By the way, after this winter, it seems you guys in Atlanta might want to be prepped for snow too.

Forum: X5 (E70) Forum

03-04-2014, 01:50 PM

Replies: 6

What size tires can I replace my OEM's with?

Views: 1,174

Posted By Bill K

What size tires can I replace my OEM's with?

I have a 2009 X5 with OEM 255/55 18inch runflat wheels and tires. The runflats I got Michelins, wore out quickly and have a rougher ride. I dont like them. I bought a spare tire kit and put it in...

Forum: X5 (E70) Forum

12-25-2013, 11:05 PM

Replies: 6

How can I tell when my X5 was made?

Views: 1,764

Posted By Bill K

That's nice. Thanks

That's nice. Thanks

Forum: X5 (E70) Forum

12-25-2013, 10:20 PM

Replies: 6

How can I tell when my X5 was made?

Views: 1,764

Posted By Bill K

How can I tell when my X5 was made?

Stupid question. I know it's an 09 but I need to know the month. Normally there's a sticker on the drivers door jamb that tells me date of production but instead there's only the tire pressure...

Forum: X5 (E70) Forum

12-13-2013, 12:39 PM

Replies: 3

How do I remove the rear camera?

Views: 2,174

Posted By Bill K

Thanks. I got to it today but the contacts all...

Thanks. I got to it today but the contacts all looked fine. I shot some wd40 in there just in case but it made no difference

Forum: X5 (E70) Forum

12-10-2013, 04:13 PM

Replies: 3

How do I remove the rear camera?

Views: 2,174

Posted By Bill K

How do I remove the rear camera?

I have a 2009 X5 with a rear view camera only. It is mounted above the license plate and I'm getting a camera error except the camera works fine. I think it might be corrosion. Can someone tell me...

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

11-19-2013, 05:49 PM

Replies: 6

Is my ABS module bad? How can I tell?

Views: 21,036

Posted By Bill K

ok, here's more: I read that the rear left...

ok, here's more: I read that the rear left sensor feeds the speedo and the rear right feeds the cruise control (read it on the internet, LOL), so I ordered one new front sensor. I replaced the...

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

11-19-2013, 04:27 PM

Replies: 6

Is my ABS module bad? How can I tell?

Views: 21,036

Posted By Bill K

Thanks. Thats an odd fix. One thing I forgot to...

Thanks. Thats an odd fix. One thing I forgot to mention was that the check engine light threw the cod P0500 Wheel speed sensor A. My research shows that a failing ABS unit might throw this code. ...

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

11-19-2013, 03:31 PM

Replies: 6

Is my ABS module bad? How can I tell?

Views: 21,036

Posted By Bill K

Is my ABS module bad? How can I tell?

First off, its a 2001 3.0 X5 (build date 11/00). When the car is started up, the following dash lights turn on: triangle (traction control), orange "brake", and "ABS".
Now this happens before I...

Forum: X5 (E70) Forum

06-29-2012, 02:44 PM

Replies: 5

Seatbelt locked!

Views: 3,023

Posted By Bill K

This problem happened to my mothers 2001 X5. I...

This problem happened to my mothers 2001 X5. I tried my hardest to fix the SOB but couldnt do it. She took it in to an independant shop for them to fix and guess how they fixed it? With a pair of...

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