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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-23-2026, 07:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 289
Posted By josiahg52
Is F171 fuse good or not? It can be objectively...

Is F171 fuse good or not? It can be objectively verified with an ohmmeter.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-22-2026, 07:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 348
Posted By josiahg52
You'll want to be sure it's for your vehicle. I...

You'll want to be sure it's for your vehicle. I found there were different springs depending on trim, equipment AND model. The 35d in particular had different springs than the others, even if it...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-16-2026, 06:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 348
Posted By josiahg52
I replaced my springs and found interchange to be...

I replaced my springs and found interchange to be pretty difficult. I ended up going to the dealer and getting part numbers specific to my VIN. I then spent a lot of time searching catalogs and...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-11-2026, 07:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 380
Posted By josiahg52
Replace the EMF actuator and two Bowden cables,...

Replace the EMF actuator and two Bowden cables, probably the hat components, too. The EMF actuator and ita connector are located above/on top of the rear differential on the rear subframe. I don't...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-15-2026, 10:59 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 241
Posted By josiahg52
Turbo oil lines, valve cover or intake manifold...

Turbo oil lines, valve cover or intake manifold gaskets.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-21-2026, 10:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,911
Posted By josiahg52
I took the X5 out yesterday afternoon for a drive...

I took the X5 out yesterday afternoon for a drive and ended up putting almost 80 miles on it. It is so smooth and quiet. I'm happy to report that after replacing the thermostats, operating...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-18-2026, 03:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,911
Posted By josiahg52
All work is done. Tensioner bolt was a pain, but...

All work is done. Tensioner bolt was a pain, but I got it. Everything went smoothly otherwise. It runs like a new vehicle. I mean, the suspension work absolutely made a difference, but there was...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-16-2026, 09:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 522
Posted By josiahg52
It is extremely popular, it's just regardless of...

It is extremely popular, it's just regardless of individual states' enforcement and specific requirements, it still remains illegal to tamper with or render these systems inoperable per federal rules...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-11-2026, 06:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 408
Posted By josiahg52
Is it a BMW tool? I tried a "similar" Harbor...

Is it a BMW tool? I tried a "similar" Harbor Freight tool that didn't work. I know there is a specific rear ball joint tool for the E39, but I don't remember the front being specific or not.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-11-2026, 01:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 408
Posted By josiahg52
I bought the BMW ball joint tool after fighting a...

I bought the BMW ball joint tool after fighting a front one on my E39 for a week. Two minutes later it was out.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-09-2026, 09:04 PM
Replies: 1,168
Views: 319,633
Posted By josiahg52
Yeah, I think it might be Intake manifold...

Yeah, I think it might be Intake manifold gaskets, too. I'll of course do the valve cover and gasket when I replace the manifold and its gaskets. The oil everywhere could be a combination of leaks,...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-09-2026, 02:05 PM
Replies: 1,168
Views: 319,633
Posted By josiahg52
Consider this:...

Consider this: https://www.bmwdieselparts.com/products/bmw-e70-dde-diesel-intrusion-prevention-kit-13537806960

I too have oil leakage that seems like the turbo oil lines and something around the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-09-2026, 01:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,911
Posted By josiahg52
I hear you. I'm buying a new 4Runner and already...

I hear you. I'm buying a new 4Runner and already have researched and purchased the DCM bypass harness, won't create a Toyota account, or register for Connected Services.

I like my X5, if I sold...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-08-2026, 10:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 522
Posted By josiahg52
That's basically what the tune does, but it...

That's basically what the tune does, but it doesn't have to, at least all of them; just those that result in limp mode or no operation technically. Many people are surprised BMW made diesels and more...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-07-2026, 07:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,911
Posted By josiahg52
Next round: 192,863 miles - Fluidampr ...

Next round:

192,863 miles

- Fluidampr
- new belts, tensioner, idler
- rebuilt original alternator and OAP
- power steering system flush
- new thermostats, coolant flush, radiator, auxiliary...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-04-2026, 06:07 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,183
Posted By josiahg52
Finally rebuilt my alternator and installing it...

Finally rebuilt my alternator and installing it soon. I dressed the slip rings for the new brushes, replaced the rectifier, and bearings, sand blasted the frame and cleaned everything well and...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-04-2026, 05:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 522
Posted By josiahg52
The EPA jas cracked down on deletes, especially...

The EPA jas cracked down on deletes, especially in the pickup truck world and has used forum posts and information as evidence of violations that supported investigation and ultimately prosecution....
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-08-2026, 10:27 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 665
Posted By josiahg52
You know it!

You know it!
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-25-2026, 10:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 665
Posted By josiahg52
VANOS filters clogged, maybe a bad CKP, bad CSP....

VANOS filters clogged, maybe a bad CKP, bad CSP. I don't know anything really about N63, just some thoughts.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-21-2026, 07:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 917
Posted By josiahg52
Do it all the time, - warm engine, not hot ...

Do it all the time,

- warm engine, not hot
- cover alternator (and air intake if. exposed)
- use wide angle pressure washer nozzle
- stay about two feet away
- wet engine
- I use P21S or...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-26-2026, 08:03 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,183
Posted By josiahg52
Litens and INA do not show parts for the E70 X5...

Litens and INA do not show parts for the E70 X5 in their catalogs. You will find the INA OAP listed on retailers' websites, however. Litens pulley is an OAD and works sightly differently than the INA...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-26-2026, 07:35 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,200
Posted By josiahg52
The M57 thermostat is nominally ~88–89 °C, and in...

The M57 thermostat is nominally ~88–89 °C, and in normal ambient conditions the engine will typically stabilize in the high-80s to low-90s °C range.

In my case (−15 °C ambient), after ~25 minutes...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-12-2026, 11:33 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,183
Posted By josiahg52
I'm telling you it's not. I've seen it many times...

I'm telling you it's not. I've seen it many times in much, much, much larger generators. Increased brush wear or slip ring grooving in between monthly or biannual maintenance periods always...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-12-2026, 10:54 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,183
Posted By josiahg52
Clearly, there is a difference in ring wear on...

Clearly, there is a difference in ring wear on this alternator. I don't think it's due to polarity, though. As mentioned, the current flow through each is the same. There is some excitation...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-10-2026, 05:40 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,183
Posted By josiahg52
Valeo 220A and the same part number for my 2011...

Valeo 220A and the same part number for my 2011 35d.

The decoupler is a overrunning or clutched pulley that diesels should have on their alternators. INA, BMWDieselParts, and Litens all make the...
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