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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-06-2017, 10:34 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,099
Posted By Whizzo
Thanks, and Farewell

Just wanted to say thanks for all the great advice, discussion, opinions, and and knowledge in this forum. This has been my absolute best E70 source.

I've sold the 2009 X5 diesel, at 115k miles,...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-06-2017, 10:26 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 50,079
Posted By Whizzo
Sorry, this is the only image I have of the...

Sorry, this is the only image I have of the hitch. Straight dealer install, with factory trim piece and cutout. I can no longer take a picture of the Hensley hitch setup, as I've sold the X5.
...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-28-2016, 02:36 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 50,079
Posted By Whizzo
I've been really happy with the overall towing...

I've been really happy with the overall towing performance of the 35d. Smooth, stable, a little hunting for gears, yes. Never thought to try towing in Sport mode, as a few guys in an Airstream forum...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-18-2016, 10:35 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 13,947
Posted By Whizzo
Rolled 110K miles this week. Had the third party...

Rolled 110K miles this week. Had the third party seven year/100K extended warranty through the dealer.

After the last warranty work, replacing the small DEF tank, my 2009 seems to have hit a...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-04-2016, 11:08 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,848
Posted By Whizzo
Thanks for all the feedback. Makes me feel better...

Thanks for all the feedback. Makes me feel better about pressing on, despite how many times the sales dept sends me messages about great trade in opportunities for a new X5!



That surprised me...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-03-2016, 04:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,848
Posted By Whizzo
After 100k Miles, Plus Towing

My 2009 35d just rolled to 107,000 miles, and my extended warranty of course expired at 100k. I have been debating keeping the vehicle for much longer, but it still does so many things well.

I...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-20-2016, 07:55 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 30,654
Posted By Whizzo
I was getting a sporadic CEL, for active tank...

I was getting a sporadic CEL, for active tank temperature sensor code, and asked the dealer to replace the tank under the 7 year/100k mile extended warranty. I believe walking in knowing already...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-05-2016, 04:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,041
Posted By Whizzo
Great to find my very same question being asked....

Great to find my very same question being asked. I am 93k miles toward the 100k/ 7 year extended warranty expiration, and just not sure if I have reliable long term service expectations, especially...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-13-2014, 07:39 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 32,289
Posted By Whizzo
May not be of help, but I came across a towing...

May not be of help, but I came across a towing wire harness problem and solution. I've been towing a couple of trailers/caravans, ranging from 3500-5000 lbs, and have been really happy with the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-17-2013, 08:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,425
Posted By Whizzo
The 199 miles warning with CEL, emissions and DEF...

The 199 miles warning with CEL, emissions and DEF errors, sounds similar to what we called our Diesel Downer (http://www.xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/x5-e70-forum/90175-diesel-downer.html) experience,...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-20-2013, 12:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,769
Posted By Whizzo
:iagree: This is why we should listen to...

:iagree:
This is why we should listen to hitch-experienced guys like digdesign! The installation IS exactly as before.

The body shop service manager admitted they were a little confused on the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-20-2013, 12:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,769
Posted By Whizzo
You're right, the hitch drop is the same. What...

You're right, the hitch drop is the same. What is different is the second part of my original post: you don't have to cut the bumper panel, because the replacement bumper panel already has an...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-17-2013, 10:30 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,769
Posted By Whizzo
<chuckle> I think that's actually the "coffin"...

<chuckle> I think that's actually the "coffin" for the old hitch. Gotta recycle, ya know.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-16-2013, 08:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,769
Posted By Whizzo
New Type BMW Hitch as Damage Repair

Well, I guess it was going to happen eventually in south Texas, but the 35d got rear-ended. http://www.xoutpost.com/images/smilies/yikes.gif After getting my German dealer to install his first...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-23-2012, 10:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,889
Posted By Whizzo
Wow, those specs all look impressive...except...

Wow, those specs all look impressive...except that last thing.

http://whizzospace.com/misc/IMG_0054.JPG
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-22-2012, 11:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,889
Posted By Whizzo
After 500 miles of additional cross-country...

After 500 miles of additional cross-country driving with no issues or warnings at all, the software version roll-back seems to be the right solution.

ard's observation is reason for concern in...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-21-2012, 04:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,889
Posted By Whizzo
We're going with bad batch of the latest...

We're going with bad batch of the latest software, rather than vehicle production batch.

Apparent resolution, which cleared the errors, was to flash back to an older software version. Test drive...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-21-2012, 02:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,889
Posted By Whizzo
Yes, that's the year - production date was July...

Yes, that's the year - production date was July 2009
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-21-2012, 02:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,889
Posted By Whizzo
Update on DEF Issue

Now a national open issue with BMW NA. Apparently there is one other same case in work, so we may have a new problem baseline.

Basic problem: vehicle still thinks DEF is incorrect/bad, when it is...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-20-2012, 04:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,889
Posted By Whizzo
Diesel Downer

After three trouble free years, the diesel has decided to camp in a service bay for couple of days.

Just two weeks after the annual service/oil change, including refilling the two urea tanks with...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-14-2012, 06:08 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 57,191
Posted By Whizzo
Following up, now that I've actually towed the...

Following up, now that I've actually towed the trailer. The only real issue was the X5 giving a "check trailer brake light" error on the iDrive display. The trailer brake lights did not work at all,...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-06-2012, 08:30 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 57,191
Posted By Whizzo
German Dealer Hitch Install

Just returned from the German dealer, whose team installed the U.S. towing system for the first time - at least according to the service rep in charge. The rep said the guys in Munich didn't even...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-20-2012, 12:57 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 13,970
Posted By Whizzo
My first diesel vehicle ever, and can't help but...

My first diesel vehicle ever, and can't help but be impressed. In a 12 mile one way commute, I consistently get 23.5 MPG.

On a one way trip on flat ground of about 70 miles, I tried to...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-20-2012, 12:42 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,167
Posted By Whizzo
Yes, our dealer here in Germany noted this recall...

Yes, our dealer here in Germany noted this recall last week, to add to the service list when he installs the OEM hitch.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-20-2012, 10:21 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 49,127
Posted By Whizzo
This is a really helpful thread. It really helped...

This is a really helpful thread. It really helped me determine what's required. The other two SUVs I've owned had the factory hitch and towing prep package.

My US spec is finally coming home to...
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