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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-06-2020, 09:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,072
Posted By rpoitras
You do it once (put opposing force against wheel...

You do it once (put opposing force against wheel as it's moving) and the wheel should stop. At this point it will stay in that position forever until you, or someone else, manually adjusts it again....
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-06-2020, 08:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,072
Posted By rpoitras
There seems to be an anti-trap safety feature...

There seems to be an anti-trap safety feature where if the vehicle senses blockage while trying to move the wheel it will disable movement until you manually adjust the position again. I know this...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-28-2020, 09:58 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,862
Posted By rpoitras
For the amount of work it is to get in there, I...

For the amount of work it is to get in there, I would definitely NOT use any type of rubber band. With the summer heat it's going to dry them out and fail again, and I'm sure BMW used a "better" type...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-02-2020, 09:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,118
Posted By rpoitras
If it's not something obvious like the belt,...

If it's not something obvious like the belt, alternator, tensioner, pulley, etc. (hard to tell from video) than to me it sounds like a bad DISA valve. There are two right in that area. One is on the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-10-2019, 10:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,253
Posted By rpoitras
For the tensioner I used a breaker bar to give me...

For the tensioner I used a breaker bar to give me more leverage. Only turn that clockwise and yes, it's pretty strong but not too bad. I wouldn't say I struggled with it but it definitely needs some...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-09-2019, 08:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,253
Posted By rpoitras
That nut should be more than enough and...

That nut should be more than enough and definitely no need for any additional tool. It really didn't take that much power to turn the engine. I turned it clockwise which is normal rotation for the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-08-2019, 09:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,253
Posted By rpoitras
Are you sure there is no central nut there? I...

Are you sure there is no central nut there? I have a 2010 X5 3.0 and just did my belts two weeks ago and I used the nut in the middle. It was around 26mm, I think, maybe a bit bigger? I did mine from...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-20-2016, 06:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 15,853
Posted By rpoitras
Do you have comfort access? I have seen a few...

Do you have comfort access? I have seen a few posts around describing issues where people say their comfort access handle is hot to the touch and draining the battery, obviously a short of some kind....
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-28-2016, 09:05 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,276
Posted By rpoitras
I did this job on a 2006 330xi using the...

I did this job on a 2006 330xi using the following guide: Replacing BMW E46 front differential seal (http://www.rmeuropean.com/bmw-e46-front-differential-seal-replacement.aspx)

The guide (E46) and...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-04-2015, 08:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 10,206
Posted By rpoitras
If you're sure that is the Top-View module...

If you're sure that is the Top-View module (backup camera plus right/left camera under mirrors) then it is located in the driver's side footwell. See photo for general placement:
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-26-2015, 09:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,801
Posted By rpoitras
Mine is not a turbo so its obviously not turbo...

Mine is not a turbo so its obviously not turbo lag. In sport mode the lag is almost completely gone so its intentional. Calling BMW about this will almost definitely end up with them claiming they've...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-22-2015, 10:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,801
Posted By rpoitras
Its a BMW issue, one that I have, and the single...

Its a BMW issue, one that I have, and the single issue that completely ruins the driving experience for me enough that I will never buy another BMW again.

This same issue has been seen across many...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-01-2015, 09:08 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,208
Posted By rpoitras
Hey at least you are being humble and not acting...

Hey at least you are being humble and not acting like a dick towards the person (lanbrown) who is taking the time to help you with YOUR problem.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-31-2015, 07:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,208
Posted By rpoitras
One battery. You dealer lied or is misinformed....

One battery. You dealer lied or is misinformed. Pick whichever makes you feel better.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-23-2015, 07:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,098
Posted By rpoitras
I replaced two batteries with AGM, one on a 330xi...

I replaced two batteries with AGM, one on a 330xi which originally had a wet cell and the other on my X5 which already had AGM. Both new AGM batteries as well as the old one had vent tubes so not...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-21-2015, 08:58 PM
Replies: 265
Views: 81,398
Posted By rpoitras
Same here. The gauges show but no data.

Same here. The gauges show but no data.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-21-2015, 04:17 PM
Replies: 265
Views: 81,398
Posted By rpoitras
Thank you! Going to have to try this out.

Thank you! Going to have to try this out.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-21-2015, 02:14 PM
Replies: 265
Views: 81,398
Posted By rpoitras
What variables need to be changed and what...

What variables need to be changed and what module? Thanks.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-01-2015, 01:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,173
Posted By rpoitras
Same here but I used a coupon code and got $50...

Same here but I used a coupon code and got $50 off. AutoCraft AGM, same specs so no coding needed, just registration for new battery which I did and all is working great.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-28-2014, 09:32 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 31,731
Posted By rpoitras
I just checked mine and they are labeled as 4...

I just checked mine and they are labeled as 4 ohms. I totally forgot how light and cheesy they are. No wonder there is such little bass.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-24-2014, 02:41 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 31,731
Posted By rpoitras
Of course you can try but from what I understand...

Of course you can try but from what I understand the Earthquakes need more power to be effective. I used them in my X5 and they sound great but I'm using a Zapco 650.6 to power them as well as my...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-24-2014, 08:09 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 31,731
Posted By rpoitras
Looks like a Combox module. Base audio definitely...

Looks like a Combox module. Base audio definitely does not have an external amp.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-22-2014, 11:24 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 31,731
Posted By rpoitras
I'm no expert on this but from what I understand...

I'm no expert on this but from what I understand even more speakers and the raw signal is sent through fiber optics instead of copper. Also there's a graphic equalizer where you can tweak the sound a...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-22-2014, 09:13 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 31,731
Posted By rpoitras
Both. Just to give a better explanation: ...

Both. Just to give a better explanation:

The base audio system contains six speakers: a mid-range in each of the four doors along with two 6.5" subwoofers under the front seats. The speakers are...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-21-2014, 06:51 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 31,731
Posted By rpoitras
If you're interested in getting a clean signal...

If you're interested in getting a clean signal (no DSP, fully balanced) from the head unit to start with instead of the amplified signal w/ DSP you have now, you can add the HiFi option $676 to the...
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