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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-19-2017, 03:09 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 12,473
Posted By rlteee
Mines is at 110,000 miles now. So far I have...

Mines is at 110,000 miles now. So far I have replaced
Ignition coils 75k - One went out so i replaced all of them along with spark plugs
Rear air springs and compressor - 90k
Starter -95k...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-19-2017, 11:34 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,701
Posted By rlteee
Air blowing rear, but nothing in front vents. Final State Resistor

I replaced my AC compressor and belt last week and yesterday my front vents are not working properly. The rear vents are blowing air both hot and AC cold, but the front has no air coming out. I...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-12-2016, 08:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,516
Posted By rlteee
I did my own investigating and found out it was...

I did my own investigating and found out it was the idler pulley. I removed the belts and spun each pulley and you could clearly tell that was the problem. Because my car has rear ac and traction...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-11-2016, 08:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,516
Posted By rlteee
Whirring noise from my engine?

This whirring noise started about two months ago and only noticed it on cold start ups and went away. As the days past, the whirring got more noticeable. This past week is when it started whirring...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-07-2015, 12:07 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,450
Posted By rlteee
I forgot what it measured, but i believe it was...

I forgot what it measured, but i believe it was 29.4mm.

BTW, i bed the pads earlier today and its back to normal. Thanks for all your help!
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-06-2015, 04:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,450
Posted By rlteee
Ahh, didnt bed the pads. I will go outside and do...

Ahh, didnt bed the pads. I will go outside and do that now. Rotors are the same ones. Did not need to replace or resurface.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-06-2015, 03:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,450
Posted By rlteee
changed brake pads, but when you press the brakes its really soft?

Hi,

I changed the front brake pads on my 2008 and for some reason the brakes feel soft. I have to push down a little more? What could it be? Ive done these before and never had this problem. The...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-06-2015, 12:20 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,221
Posted By rlteee
Removing stuck caliper bolt

I cant for the life of me remove the caliper bolt on the passenger front. First off, if im facing the rotor and caliper bolt is behind it, which direction do i go to loosen it? Do i push down towards...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-29-2015, 12:12 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 99,090
Posted By rlteee
is it normal for the compressor to kick in every...

is it normal for the compressor to kick in every morning even without sagging in the rear?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-29-2015, 12:10 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 99,090
Posted By rlteee
You may have a leak in the airbag. I would do the...

You may have a leak in the airbag. I would do the soapy water test to see if you have any visible leaks. I would find out right away and replace the airbag before your compressor goes out, which...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-14-2015, 08:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,496
Posted By rlteee
E70 fish tailed in the rain?

It's never happened to me so it bothered me a little today. I live in San Francisco and it somewhat rained today, first time in ages. It was morr like light rain but the floors were wet. I was going...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-06-2015, 01:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,692
Posted By rlteee
Took out the starter last night. It took about...

Took out the starter last night. It took about an hour to just remove it. I had to remove the valve cover and the intake manifold just enough so I can squeeze my hand in. It was a little difficult...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-05-2015, 06:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,692
Posted By rlteee
battery has never been replaced

battery has never been replaced
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-05-2015, 06:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,692
Posted By rlteee
My car has been slow cranking for a bit now and...

My car has been slow cranking for a bit now and the other day it didnt start up. The lights and dash turn on, but all i heard was clicking when i would push the start button. Also, i would get the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-05-2015, 06:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,692
Posted By rlteee
93,000

93,000
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-04-2015, 03:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,692
Posted By rlteee
Starter Replacement

Hi,

After replacing my air springs a few months ago. My starter has officially gone out.

My questions is what is the best way to access it? Is there a DIY on how to replace my starter? How...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-25-2015, 12:35 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 99,090
Posted By rlteee
I would just go with arnotts. They are really...

I would just go with arnotts. They are really good. Just remember, after you finish installing the springs and you are ready to lower the car from the jack. Make sure to lower it really slow so that...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-23-2015, 11:06 AM
Replies: 149
Views: 99,090
Posted By rlteee
Just spoke with the car parts place and they told...

Just spoke with the car parts place and they told me that they sent the wrong air springs and they would send me the correct springs. Apparently they sent me some aftermarket springs. Maybe thats the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-22-2015, 10:51 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 99,090
Posted By rlteee
Jacked up the car and the driver side was...

Jacked up the car and the driver side was defective. First thing I noticed was the bottom plastic part was cracked and there was a hole in the airbag itself. The passenger side was fine. Looks like...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-21-2015, 10:30 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 99,090
Posted By rlteee
I ran it through the channel correctly. I'm going...

I ran it through the channel correctly. I'm going to jack it up tomorrow to see what's wrong. Right now I just font know what to think. I'm hoping that both airbags didn't break since they are about...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-21-2015, 09:27 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 99,090
Posted By rlteee
So today I was just leaning on the passenger door...

So today I was just leaning on the passenger door and then I hear a loud pssssss and both rears dropped. The car was just parked on in my driveway and was not on. My driveway is slightly angled. The...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-17-2015, 05:29 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 99,090
Posted By rlteee
Today my battery warning came on the display...

Today my battery warning came on the display while i was parked with the engine on, but listening to the radio. I nnixed the battery warning came on yesterday after I connected the positive battery...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-16-2015, 06:21 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 99,090
Posted By rlteee
Okay, so i installed the replacement airbags...

Okay, so i installed the replacement airbags today with no problems. This time they sent me the oem airbags and not the arnotts. This time i made sure everything was secured in real good with the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-16-2015, 01:45 AM
Replies: 149
Views: 99,090
Posted By rlteee
After I initially installed the air bags, I...

After I initially installed the air bags, I lowered the car and let it inflate on its own. After, I pulled it out of my garage and let it sit in the driveway running. After a few minutes, I checked...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-15-2015, 11:25 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 99,090
Posted By rlteee
I am no expert. I used the DIY that was provided...

I am no expert. I used the DIY that was provided in this thread and also this one: http://www.xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/x5-e70-forum/90460-e70-rear-air-strut-airbag-replacement-diy.html

Also, i...
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