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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-15-2018, 07:44 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 197,059
Posted By X5Boise
Here is what you need to know: Battery Reset...

Here is what you need to know:

Battery Reset | Carly (http://www.mycarly.com/product/bmw-battery-reset/)
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-20-2017, 03:12 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 15,976
Posted By X5Boise
Based on my experience I would stick with ZF...

Based on my experience I would stick with ZF fluid so you don't waste time or extra money on resetting adaptations and properly performing the adaptations with using the Febi fluid (pretty long...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-29-2017, 02:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,981
Posted By X5Boise
From what I can recall when replacing the lower...

From what I can recall when replacing the lower glovebox door (and permanently attached wood trim), it is a two piece assembly. The first piece consists of the wood trim permanently fastened to the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-01-2016, 08:57 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 197,059
Posted By X5Boise
Thanks.

Great instructions by the OP. Had low battery warnings and increased battery discharge warnings in past month as it's been getting colder in 2011 X5 with original battery.

Just got a perfect fit...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-07-2016, 12:06 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 15,976
Posted By X5Boise
2 MONTH UPDATE About 6 weeks after changing...

2 MONTH UPDATE

About 6 weeks after changing to Febi/Bilstein ATF 34608 (Shell M-1375.4 approved), I noticed my car was shifting a bit hard from 2nd to 3rd gear. Initially this hard (at times...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-05-2016, 05:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,992
Posted By X5Boise
I paid a local clear bra installer $100 to...

I paid a local clear bra installer $100 to restore my pretty scratched up and oxidized headlights AND put on a clear bra on the headlights for a permanent fix.

As some have mentioned, when you...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-24-2016, 10:47 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,376
Posted By X5Boise
I total agreement with you there. Both Bilstein...

I total agreement with you there. Both Bilstein and Sachs are OEM for BMW. Look here for some great pricing (you may need to adjust for your E70 year--just linked for pricing reference):

2011 BMW...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-22-2016, 03:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 12,445
Posted By X5Boise
As you've mentioned the noise is engine speed...

As you've mentioned the noise is engine speed dependent, and occurs in Park and Drive, it's directly connected the engine and not the transmission. I wouldn't touch the transmission or transfer case...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-22-2016, 08:59 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 12,445
Posted By X5Boise
I had an annoying whine that developed in my 35d...

I had an annoying whine that developed in my 35d and it was a bad alternator bearing.

Symptom: engine whine, increased with engine speed, whether in Neutral or Drive. Also, any other failed...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-18-2016, 12:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 21,280
Posted By X5Boise
I did some driving yesterday and the electrical...

I did some driving yesterday and the electrical tape on the center latch quelled most of the rear hatch noise as well. Does your center latch wiggle like mine?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-17-2016, 11:28 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 21,280
Posted By X5Boise
E70 X5 loose rear hatch latch—clamshell trunk door rattle and knock?

I’ve had a knock sound coming from the rear of the car for some time. It appears to be coming from either the top or bottom clam shell door when I go over some bumps, rough terrain, or when turning...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-15-2016, 12:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,811
Posted By X5Boise
Just picked up the X5 35d from the shop. No more...

Just picked up the X5 35d from the shop. No more engine-speed dependent whine with the new Valeo 220A alternator. Too bad I wasn't offered the rebuild option as your shop offered ($475 new...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-12-2016, 09:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,811
Posted By X5Boise
My 35d makes the same whine noise (engine speed...

My 35d makes the same whine noise (engine speed dependent, regardless if in N or Drive). My independent diagnosed as a bad alternator bearing as well. I ordered a new Valeo 220A (since I have 4 zone...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-11-2016, 01:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 18,440
Posted By X5Boise
BMW E70 X5 Glovebox and Lower Trim Removal DIY

BMW E70 X5 Glovebox and Lower Trim Removal

I just completed taking out my glovebox and replacing the wood trim (my original bamboo was cracking so I got a new one for $186 shipped). ...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-21-2016, 10:03 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 15,976
Posted By X5Boise
Great clarification--thank you. All pre-LCI...

Great clarification--thank you.

All pre-LCI E70 gas-engined (2007-2010) and all E70 diesels (2009-2013)used 6 speed ZF transmissions (which my post on the Febi 34608 ATF (and on the side, to...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-21-2016, 07:20 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 15,976
Posted By X5Boise
BMW published data that their E70 transmissions...

BMW published data that their E70 transmissions (ZF happens to build them) use ATF with Shell M1375.4 specifications. Shell was the original manufacturer (and they for a time made that exact fluid,...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-21-2016, 12:53 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 15,976
Posted By X5Boise
As an update, did the drain and refill using the...

As an update, did the drain and refill using the Febi/Bilstein 34608 ATF (used a little over 5 quarts). Has been working great with no issues. Based on spec sheets (see attached), the BMW ZF 6 speed...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-17-2016, 10:55 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 15,976
Posted By X5Boise
E70 X5 ATF fluid experience with Febi 34608?

I'm looking at doing an ATF drain and refill on my 2011 35d. Looks like it uses either OEM ZF Lifeguard 6 (around $20-24/qt online; partially synthetic) or the genuine BMW fluid (very overpriced at...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-17-2016, 10:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,035
Posted By X5Boise
Great feedback. I do want sporty (which I think...

Great feedback. I do want sporty (which I think the base X5 suspension will be more than adequate for me) but not at the expense of complexity, which can lead to higher failure rates, so no adaptive...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-17-2016, 09:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,035
Posted By X5Boise
Trying to avoid potential first year teething...

Trying to avoid potential first year teething issues and I can tell that the 2009 iDrive would probably drive me nuts.

How's your car's reliability otherwise?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-16-2016, 06:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,035
Posted By X5Boise
E70 35d issues? (2010 and newer): Contemplating purchasing one

For my outdoor adventure vehicle, I currently have a Mercedes W164 ML Bluetec with the 3.0L diesel. While I like the MB in general, it would be nice to get a sportier ride and subjectively better...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-18-2013, 12:36 AM
Replies: 274
Views: 145,325
Posted By X5Boise
The blue smoking (N62 V8 X5; 2005; 85k miles)...

The blue smoking (N62 V8 X5; 2005; 85k miles) after hot idle (just 20 seconds would make a decent smoke plume) developed over the course of the past year and was getting worse. I ran 10W-30 high...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-06-2012, 12:50 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,858
Posted By X5Boise
Here you go for my written instructions and...

Here you go for my written instructions and pertinent links and PDF for the OEM hitch installation.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-30-2012, 08:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 33,107
Posted By X5Boise
I've been driving for about the past 3 weeks with...

I've been driving for about the past 3 weeks with new genuine BMW transfer case oil and now that I've finally had the dealer do the transfer case adaptation reset (2 days ago for $55), my subjective...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-20-2012, 12:52 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 59,595
Posted By X5Boise
Nice work in your descriptions and pictures. ...

Nice work in your descriptions and pictures. Will bookmark this for future reference.
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