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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-06-2010, 10:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 12,536
Posted By bsklar
Having same issue and my problem is more...

Having same issue and my problem is more constant. Have had the transmission software upgrade back in the fall but it did not change the dynamic.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-15-2008, 09:20 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,976
Posted By bsklar
Unhappy 4.8i Transmission Flaws

Transmission issues are common in E70. Am on my second 4.8 and still having significant tranny issues. Is worse with Heating/AC unit on than off. Some have speculated issue is worse on cars with...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-08-2008, 12:09 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,975
Posted By bsklar
Have noticed that it stops this behavior somewhat...

Have noticed that it stops this behavior somewhat if the HVAC unit is fully off. If your weather permits, try driving without the HVAC and see if it makes a difference. Obvious question is why it...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-03-2008, 02:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,975
Posted By bsklar
Just out of curiosity, do you have factory...

Just out of curiosity, do you have factory trailer hitch?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-20-2008, 05:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,296
Posted By bsklar
3G Iphone

Have the new 3G Iphone and it does not work with my 08 X5 Ipod integration kit. Old Itouch worked great. Has anyone figured the work-around? May have something to do with a revised pin setting on...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-16-2008, 04:30 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,540
Posted By bsklar
Vibrating Front Seat

Have the same issue.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-21-2008, 10:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,431
Posted By bsklar
Angry 2008 Comfort Seat Problem

New 08 X5 and Driver's Side Comfort Seat has stopped working. Upon taking it to shop, they claimed that there are no parts available anywhere in the US and implied that this may be a fairly...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-03-2008, 11:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,543
Posted By bsklar
My 07 X5 4.8

Mine also does this and it does not at all seem dependent on weather. Has been in a number of times for this and they maintain that no fault codes so no problem. From other posts, seems like a...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-03-2007, 08:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,465
Posted By bsklar
Also at around 6000 miles have received the...

Also at around 6000 miles have received the message 3 times in the last week. First time I have seen the message. Am not using the auto vent feature.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-14-2007, 07:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,593
Posted By bsklar
With the e70, how would you "turn" the key to the...

With the e70, how would you "turn" the key to the second position??
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-12-2007, 09:18 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 16,619
Posted By bsklar
Yes. I have had the setting for both since...

Yes. I have had the setting for both since taking delivery of the car. I am in Bham, AL with similar heat and humidity. This is how I demonstrated it to my dealer. Put all settings to full speed,...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-12-2007, 07:32 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 16,619
Posted By bsklar
This adjustment merely serves as a driver...

This adjustment merely serves as a driver preference to adjust against the temperature setting. My 4.8 has been set to coolest (blue bars) since delivery of car 7,500 miles and has had no impact on...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-02-2007, 08:05 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 60,828
Posted By bsklar
I am trying the new Passport 9500 and have been...

I am trying the new Passport 9500 and have been very impressed. Agree on the suction cups. I am looking for another way to mount/hide wire. You do need to be able to interact with it a little bit...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-25-2007, 10:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,707
Posted By bsklar
The update does not improve anything on the...

The update does not improve anything on the transmission. The dealer claims they are stumped and have other 4.8is with same complaint.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-21-2007, 09:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,380
Posted By bsklar
The bevel around the edge of the driver's mirror...

The bevel around the edge of the driver's mirror gives that effect. It has an irritation factor.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-19-2007, 07:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,360
Posted By bsklar
I echo the test drive comment. Even with the...

I echo the test drive comment. Even with the updated software for the initial transmission issue, the steady incline issue is still very noticable. Have had numerous passengers comment on this.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-12-2007, 07:21 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 11,563
Posted By bsklar
I have had the same build issues with the 4.8i...

I have had the same build issues with the 4.8i and have now talked with several others that are having transmission and I-drive issues. I think many are getting frustrated with the initial build...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-09-2007, 09:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,313
Posted By bsklar
Anyone have any part numbers??

Anyone have any part numbers??
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-09-2007, 09:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,313
Posted By bsklar
Do they make a tan two sided? Have had one on...

Do they make a tan two sided? Have had one on order for 8 weeks but assumed it was dark carpet and rubber on the other side. Would much prefer tan and rubber if that is a possibility.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-07-2007, 01:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,845
Posted By bsklar
I have the hitch and the cutout. I am not sure...

I have the hitch and the cutout. I am not sure why there isn't a cover that would go over the spot when not in use that would bump out a little similar to what you see on the Lexus GX470. With the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-04-2007, 08:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,291
Posted By bsklar
Have the same steering wheel issue but I had it...

Have the same steering wheel issue but I had it before all the updates. I read another post that said to wait several seconds from inserting key before hitting the start button and that might make a...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-03-2007, 02:28 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 14,739
Posted By bsklar
Thumbs down Similar E70 Transmission Issues

I think that many people are experiencing the same issues. I have had all the software upgrades and given plenty of time to "re-learn" driving patterns and this morning the car lunged violently as I...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-27-2007, 07:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,488
Posted By bsklar
I have the same problem. They were fine with my...

I have the same problem. They were fine with my zaino washes but when dealer did a clean, they got some tire cleaner overspray on the boards and could not get it off. Looks like white oxidized...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-22-2007, 02:39 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,170
Posted By bsklar
Compass Symbol Flashing

Driving the car last night and all of a sudden the SW symbol began flashing brightly. Have any of you ever seen this response? Could not find anything in the manual.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-19-2007, 11:01 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 14,739
Posted By bsklar
I thought that the software update or the...

I thought that the software update or the parking/transmission recall (both of which have been done to my 4.8 X5) would fix this issue. I have 4,000 miles and still have the same problem as the...
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