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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-30-2019, 07:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,907
Posted By boostedX5SAV
Get an obd device and torque app on an Android...

Get an obd device and torque app on an Android phone. That is how I monitor mine
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-09-2018, 09:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,096
Posted By boostedX5SAV
I drove a few times today without the AC and no...

I drove a few times today without the AC and no leaks. I don't know why I never noticed the leaks before as I always have the AC on all year.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-07-2018, 02:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,113
Posted By boostedX5SAV
There is not enough clearance for me to lower the...

There is not enough clearance for me to lower the jack from the rear diff. I think BMW suggest using a long arm jack or whatever it's called. So I was looking into getting bottle jacks as well for...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-04-2018, 10:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,096
Posted By boostedX5SAV
Thanks. Dumb indeed. I will try driving without...

Thanks. Dumb indeed. I will try driving without the AC this weekend to see if it solves the leakage.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-04-2018, 04:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,096
Posted By boostedX5SAV
Help with leak from transmission area

I have a 2012 X5 35i. I noticed this past weekend that I have something leaking from the transmission area. It is clear liquid and feels like water, no smell to it. When car it running, it looks like...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-26-2018, 11:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,772
Posted By boostedX5SAV
Thank you for the pics. Do you have to worry...

Thank you for the pics. Do you have to worry about this if you don't open the sunroof? I'm afraid to open it since many owners complain about the sunroof stuck in the tilt up position. I've had the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-26-2018, 08:52 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 30,046
Posted By boostedX5SAV
My indy charges $107 for the brake flush. This...

My indy charges $107 for the brake flush. This requires me to drive to them, wait for the service, and then drive back home. It is not that much compared to the other jobs but you can do the flush...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-19-2018, 11:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,570
Posted By boostedX5SAV
Ahh, on Bimmerfest, OP did not mention he has...

Ahh, on Bimmerfest, OP did not mention he has third row. When car is equipped with third row, you can't order space saver spare since there isn't room to put it. So you'll have to order it...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-29-2018, 07:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,104
Posted By boostedX5SAV
I thought pre lci lights were regular bulbs and...

I thought pre lci lights were regular bulbs and not led.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-28-2018, 08:34 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,537
Posted By boostedX5SAV
The videos I linked to show how to put the car in...

The videos I linked to show how to put the car in neutral.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-27-2018, 09:49 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,537
Posted By boostedX5SAV
+2 use only flatbed. BMW manual states that as...

+2 use only flatbed. BMW manual states that as well.

As for the red tool, this video shows how to do it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3viS4EcaW3o

I don't have the red tool on my 2012 so it...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-27-2018, 08:35 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,187
Posted By boostedX5SAV
I had some brake noise after I changed my pads...

I had some brake noise after I changed my pads and rotors. This may be something to look into although the sound would be there no matter the speed. Maybe if you go faster the wind noise gets louder...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-15-2018, 05:53 PM
Replies: 1,168
Views: 305,529
Posted By boostedX5SAV
First time doing brake bleeding myself. Right on...

First time doing brake bleeding myself. Right on the two year mark. The fluid was disgusting and full of debris.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-06-2018, 02:41 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,949
Posted By boostedX5SAV
I'm sitting inside the car, the yellow wouldn't...

I'm sitting inside the car, the yellow wouldn't bother me much.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-01-2018, 09:18 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,187
Posted By boostedX5SAV
I bought for the front, Zimmerman rotors, Akebono...

I bought for the front, Zimmerman rotors, Akebono pads, Bowa front sensor for $220. I did the work myself after seeing a few youtube videos and how these mechanics left the caliper hanging by the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-23-2018, 03:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,126
Posted By boostedX5SAV
The instructions says to install it at least this...

The instructions says to install it at least this far from point a and blah blah blah. In the end, it looks pretty similar to this when both are installed.
Bimmerfest - BMW Forums - View Single Post...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-22-2018, 10:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,560
Posted By boostedX5SAV
I agree with this. I have not done the suspension...

I agree with this. I have not done the suspension but have been noticing a slight rattle going low speed over bumps/road imperfections so that may be the cause.

Other things to add: brake fluid,...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-08-2018, 10:12 PM
Replies: 1,168
Views: 305,529
Posted By boostedX5SAV
Changed front brake rotors, pads and sensors as...

Changed front brake rotors, pads and sensors as well as coolant drain and refill the other day. I need to do oil change and brake fluid soon.

As for headlights, I've been sealing it with this...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-27-2018, 09:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,547
Posted By boostedX5SAV
The price difference isn't much to make me want...

The price difference isn't much to make me want to try the Chinese parts. I found a genuine one $48 with option for best offer if you want to save a little more than the $58 you found....
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-09-2018, 10:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,732
Posted By boostedX5SAV
Those are good if you haven't done it before....

Those are good if you haven't done it before. Also, look into power steering flush, coolant flush, ignition coils, water pump/thermostat replacement.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-29-2017, 09:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,570
Posted By boostedX5SAV
You guys are scaring me. I hope I never have to...

You guys are scaring me. I hope I never have to change mine.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-12-2017, 10:48 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,850
Posted By boostedX5SAV
I'm not too familiar with the NA X5 engines. I...

I'm not too familiar with the NA X5 engines. I just went off with what was said in the OP. But like others have said, the V8 is different and will have better passing power. For regular day to day...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-11-2017, 12:28 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,850
Posted By boostedX5SAV
I did not say 50i. The 50i is definitely faster...

I did not say 50i. The 50i is definitely faster than both the 35i or the 4.4i. But I'm looking at the 4.4i NA from 2008 that the OP had and he said was very fast. The 35i 3.0 turbo is just as quick...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-11-2017, 11:24 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,850
Posted By boostedX5SAV
The 35i is almost, if not, just as quick as the...

The 35i is almost, if not, just as quick as the 4.4 based on the numbers posted from various magazines.
4.4i
C/D TEST RESULTS:
Zero to 60 mph: 7.1 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 18.5 sec
Zero to 120...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-15-2017, 10:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,060
Posted By boostedX5SAV
Another alternative is Plastidip if you haven't...

Another alternative is Plastidip if you haven't heard of it. Much cheaper but you'll have to be careful will filling up as gas + plastidip don't mix.
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