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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-24-2009, 08:14 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,165
Posted By rickgi
The hitch is one of the many dealer-installed...

The hitch is one of the many dealer-installed options (or you could purchase and self install). Price can be negotiated, especially when placing initial order for car. They'll "bundle" it in on one...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-21-2009, 10:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,292
Posted By rickgi
Color Options?

Now that the 2010 Build Your Own is up for the X5, seems like the same boring colors are offered. Is it possible to order a color from one of the other models, like deep Sea Blue?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-17-2009, 12:41 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,241
Posted By rickgi
Lazy service people will sometimes resort to this...

Lazy service people will sometimes resort to this sleaze tactic, but one need only disconnect it to prove it's not a root cause problem. For my local dealer, it was never an issue.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-16-2009, 08:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,241
Posted By rickgi
According to my local auto stereo dealer...

According to my local auto stereo dealer (Peabody, MA), an aftermarket unit will be available soon. It's just a matter of time. I'll be trading my '02 as soon as one is out, i need this option with...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-11-2009, 08:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,007
Posted By rickgi
Spare Tire Question

Before a day trip I noticed one tire had a slow leak, and decided to use the spare. But the size was 235 R17 instead of the stock 255 R18 on my 02 4.4 x5. Why would they not put the same full size...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-24-2009, 08:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,944
Posted By rickgi
Thank you JCL for stating the obvious to others....

Thank you JCL for stating the obvious to others. Everyone has been posting answers to questions I did not ask. I don't think a remote start exists yet, but perhaps an after market company will...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-22-2009, 06:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,944
Posted By rickgi
I know you mean well, but your response doesn't...

I know you mean well, but your response doesn't answer the question.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-22-2009, 05:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,944
Posted By rickgi
REMOTE START AVAILABILITY?

I know this topic has been addressed previously, but to date, to my knowledge, there has been no resolution. I will not buy a car without remote start (live in cold northeast). Has anyone had success...
Forum: X6 (E71 and E72) Forum 04-02-2009, 08:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,622
Posted By rickgi
Nice photos, thanks for quick reply!

Nice photos, thanks for quick reply!
Forum: X6 (E71 and E72) Forum 04-02-2009, 12:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,622
Posted By rickgi
Alcantara vs Nevada?

What is the difference between these two leather options?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-20-2008, 03:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,779
Posted By rickgi
It appears one has to opt for the ventilated seat...

It appears one has to opt for the ventilated seat option to receive this feature. Why wouldn't it be available without the ventilated option??
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-20-2008, 12:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,779
Posted By rickgi
Question about "Active Seat" option

Option #451 of the Active ventilated seat package (ZAV) lists an active seat for driver. What exactly does this refer to??

Thanks
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-01-2008, 07:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,325
Posted By rickgi
It seems the emperor has no clothes! What...

It seems the emperor has no clothes! What happened to the hood??
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-30-2007, 02:40 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 842
Posted By rickgi
Pop-Up Boxes???

When one places the cursor on each thread, a pop-up box appears with the first few sentences of that thread. I find this annoying, they get in the way of my scrolling. Can this feature be opted out?...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-13-2007, 10:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,519
Posted By rickgi
Did yoy get mineral or deep green?? (My '02 grey...

Did yoy get mineral or deep green?? (My '02 grey green is similar to the mineral green).
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-08-2007, 11:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,032
Posted By rickgi
What are these red lights?

On my '02, there are 2 tiny red lights behind the rear reading lamps (in the center of the car roof). Thay come on when the parking or headlights are turned on. What are they for?

Thanks
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-06-2007, 12:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 970
Posted By rickgi
Smoking Question!

When I ordered my '02, I had to request the non-smoking package, which amounted to replacing the front storage tray with one w/o the cigarette holder. For '08, does one need to request a non-smoking...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-06-2007, 11:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,416
Posted By rickgi
Is there still a single CD slot in the original...

Is there still a single CD slot in the original CD location?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-27-2006, 01:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,416
Posted By rickgi
6 CD changer question

A few knowledgeable people have stated the 6-CD player is mounted in the glove box. Does this negate the use of this space? If not, how much of the space is consumed? With this option, is there still...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-25-2006, 11:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,214
Posted By rickgi
Questions on 07

Am trying to put a package together on an 07, and have a few questions.

1 In the premium sound package, where is the 6-CD changer located, and if in back, is there still one in front?

2 Is...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-05-2006, 09:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,136
Posted By rickgi
Boston Auto Show a Waste!!!

Went to the Boston Auto Show Sat. looking forward to checking out the redesigned 07 X5. Guess what? They had an 06 (now history) on display. The floorguy stated something like they were waiting for...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-16-2006, 10:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,176
Posted By rickgi
The problem is I accidentally press this button...

The problem is I accidentally press this button while starting the car, it's already unlocked, then I get the message "tailgate open". How would one open the key fob, I don't see any screws?

Rick
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-16-2006, 06:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,176
Posted By rickgi
My dealer stated this feature could not be...

My dealer stated this feature could not be deactivated from remote key. Don't know if this is accurate or not.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-15-2006, 06:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,176
Posted By rickgi
remote tailgate button-Disconnect

I seem to frequently and inadvertantly press the remote tailgate button on the key fob. Is there any way to disconnect this feature?

Thanks
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-07-2006, 09:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,139
Posted By rickgi
I too have 40,000 miles on my '02, and had...

I too have 40,000 miles on my '02, and had heater/ac fan noises. (It oscillated up and down, plus sporadic whistling noises). Finally it just quit completely, and they replaced the fan motor, which...
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