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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-30-2011, 12:54 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 13,514
Posted By richmondguy
I don't notice any difference in ride or handling

I don't notice any difference in ride or handling
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-23-2011, 04:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 13,514
Posted By richmondguy
I just replaced all 4 tires on my '07 4.8 with...

I just replaced all 4 tires on my '07 4.8 with non-runflats. I'm in a metro area and have BMW assist active so I figure a tow truck won't be too hard to reach. Prior to this, I had to replace 2...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-23-2011, 04:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,246
Posted By richmondguy
There was a post about 9-12 months ago with...

There was a post about 9-12 months ago with instructions on how to download the updated disc and create your own DVD. I did it on my '07 and it works great.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-23-2011, 04:07 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,521
Posted By richmondguy
Playing Windows Phone 7 audio files

I tried connecting my Windows Phone 7 phone to the audio jack in the center armrest on my '07 X5 4.8. I selected "rear/external" on the i-drive and the audio quality playback was terrible. I was...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-25-2011, 03:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,954
Posted By richmondguy
07 X5 Tire sizes

I have a 2007 CPO X5 4.8 with sports package. I'm replacing the rear tires and have been told by a tire store that the rear tires are supposed to be larger than the front when equipped w/ the sports...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-11-2011, 04:35 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,719
Posted By richmondguy
Strange Clicking SOund on X5 4.8

I've noticed a strange sound coming from either the steering wheel area or just to the left of the steering wheel. It's a sound similar to keys jingling together. Except, I don't have any keys...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-11-2011, 04:29 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 42,324
Posted By richmondguy
Can you PM me the price for the X5?

Can you PM me the price for the X5?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-09-2011, 05:45 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,529
Posted By richmondguy
I'm confused as to how to access day/night mode. ...

I'm confused as to how to access day/night mode. Can you explain better please?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-26-2011, 08:54 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 22,054
Posted By richmondguy
Thanks to the great help of jdbretz, my new disc...

Thanks to the great help of jdbretz, my new disc is up and running. But I don't notice any difference. What is the difference between the disc discussed in this forum and the 2009.1 disc I was...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-26-2011, 05:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,006
Posted By richmondguy
I bought 1 off ebay after the kids lost the...

I bought 1 off ebay after the kids lost the original. I think I paid $50. You then have to take it to the dealer to program it. Don't ask me why, but you just have to. My dealer did the reprogram...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-22-2011, 10:24 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 22,054
Posted By richmondguy
I tried to download the zipped files from the...

I tried to download the zipped files from the link. The download took 1 second and the files are "invalid". Does anyone have the files? Will this update work on an '07 X5?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-22-2011, 10:19 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,395
Posted By richmondguy
If you do it yourself, I think the dealer still...

If you do it yourself, I think the dealer still has some computer programming to do. At least they told me they did some programming when installing the OEM hitch on my '07.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-22-2011, 10:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,254
Posted By richmondguy
I have an '07 and the night camera quality is...

I have an '07 and the night camera quality is aweful
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-27-2010, 06:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,387
Posted By richmondguy
Sport Button

I have a 2007 X5 4.8 w/ Sport Package. What does the "sport" button do besides change the gear shifting program? Does it, for example, stiffen the suspension or do anything else?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-10-2010, 08:53 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 34,026
Posted By richmondguy
To get back on topic (instead of comparing BMW to...

To get back on topic (instead of comparing BMW to MB), I've had this fault 3x now with my '07 X5 4.8. Each time, I turned off the car, let it sit for a minute, restarted and the fault went away. No...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-06-2010, 03:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,992
Posted By richmondguy
'07 X5 ipod connection

What cable do I need to buy (and where) in order to connect an ipod or iphone to my '07 X5? I have the premium sound w/ the ipod connection in the armrest (just the ipod, not the usb connector).
...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-05-2010, 11:12 AM
Replies: 205
Views: 124,229
Posted By richmondguy
No problem with mine so far. I love them.

No problem with mine so far. I love them.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-21-2010, 03:00 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 12,305
Posted By richmondguy
I sold my '08 Range Rover Sport for an '07 X5 4.8...

I sold my '08 Range Rover Sport for an '07 X5 4.8 a little over 1 yr ago. The RR is by far, the best looking SUV out there. However, I had nothing but problems with mine. The nav and electronics...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-14-2010, 06:37 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 31,869
Posted By richmondguy
I just had these installed on Wednesday. The guy...

I just had these installed on Wednesday. The guy who invented and manufactures them did the install for me. It tool about 10 mins total and is as simple as (1) unscrewing a plastic cap protectng...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-07-2010, 08:09 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,352
Posted By richmondguy
My wife suggested scrubbing bubbles bathroom...

My wife suggested scrubbing bubbles bathroom cleaner this morning. It worked great.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-06-2010, 08:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,352
Posted By richmondguy
Water spots - sunroof

I have water spots on the outside of the sunroof (I suspect maybe hard water deposits). What's the best way to remove these water spots w/o damaging the glass? I tried a degreaser; windex; 409; and...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-31-2010, 03:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,251
Posted By richmondguy
On my '07 X5 4.8, I had what sounds like the same...

On my '07 X5 4.8, I had what sounds like the same rattle. I checked the metal latch that locks/holds the liftgate down. There are 4 screws that bolt the latch to the car. All 4 screws were loose. ...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-11-2010, 11:10 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 27,166
Posted By richmondguy
How easy are the version 2 parts to install? The...

How easy are the version 2 parts to install? The instructions on the website seem to indicate it's VERY easy but Shinchan mentioned having to pull on electrical wires.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-13-2010, 07:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,204
Posted By richmondguy
Tires & Sizes

I have an '07 X5 4.8 CPO. The original window sticker says I have the "ZSP" Sports Package w/ 19" wheels - a $3,600 option at the time. My rear tires are bald and need replacing. When I look...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-05-2010, 09:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,445
Posted By richmondguy
Foglights

Is there any way to have the foglights always turn on whenever the headlights come on? I'm annoyed by the one-sided fog light that comes on whenever I make a turn with the headlights on and the...
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