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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-18-2018, 12:55 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 31,818
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
Congrats! It sounds very complicated to...

Congrats!

It sounds very complicated to work on the V8s!
Glad it is fixed now!
Did you tally up the costs? Mostly new tools to the garage I guess!
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-17-2018, 09:40 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 31,818
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
If you have ISTA, you can test the sensor using...

If you have ISTA, you can test the sensor using one of the service functions to verify whether it works properly.
So you don’t have to remove it.

Keep posting.

DME relies on the ES sensor...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-07-2018, 01:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,258
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
E70 4.8 Camshaft Sensor B location, which one?

What is your engine ?
PM me your last seven digits and i will be able to run it.


Also one easy way is to disconnect one sensor at a time, and scan for codes when Ignition is ON.

Code...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-07-2018, 10:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,258
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
#6 in this diagram: ...

#6 in this diagram:
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/showparts?id=FE82-EUR-05_2006_E70_BMW_X5_48i&diagId=11_3821#13627525014



Assuming your engine is N62N.


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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-07-2018, 10:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,258
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
First prove that it’s actually the sensor that is...

First prove that it’s actually the sensor that is faulty.


Clear the codes, swap them, scan for codes. If fault followed to that sensor (which would be sensor B) the change it.

Use realOEM...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-02-2018, 08:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,319
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
Your N52 engine when in economy mode, delivers...

Your N52 engine when in economy mode, delivers the best results at 105C.
Digital Motor Electronic module is programmed to stabilize coolant temperature at 105C.
All normal.


How are you...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-10-2018, 09:41 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 17,433
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
Darn!!!! That is heart breaking !! Sent...

Darn!!!! That is heart breaking !!


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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-05-2018, 10:56 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 15,781
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
When you lock the car, it goes to sleep mode in 3...

When you lock the car, it goes to sleep mode in 3 minuets.

When you leave it unlocked, it takes 30 minuets. Thus using battery 10 times longer.

Car modules usually don’t store the date of a...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-30-2018, 02:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,716
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
Looks great! Congrats and welcome! Sent...

Looks great! Congrats and welcome!


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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-30-2018, 02:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,354
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
The plastic quality meets industry’s standard....

The plastic quality meets industry’s standard. It’s the heat under a BMW’s hood that deteriorates the plastic and rubber parts prematurely!

Most BMw engines run at 105C as their normal...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-26-2018, 06:32 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 15,781
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
Bad transfer case?

If you really need to see the ZF tag, drop the pan:
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180326/35faba2d736ae39ee9fda3e33946f41e.jpg



Under the car, close to the transmission pan there is a...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-25-2018, 01:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,350
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
Video of the electric water pump in action on my E70

Why does engine switch to normal and then performance mode when car hits a hill?
I know it requires more power, but wouldn’t the engine be generating engine power at that rpm and speed to overcome...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-25-2018, 12:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,354
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
The part is called crankcase control valve and is...

The part is called crankcase control valve and is integrated into the valve cover.




If your engine is N52A, there would be small hose connecting the barb to intake manifold.

If your...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-22-2018, 10:55 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,582
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
Would you mind sharing the coding instructions...

Would you mind sharing the coding instructions once you succeeded?

I’d like to try coding for this purpose too!


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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-21-2018, 11:58 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 15,781
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
Here it is: Check and inspect the wheel...

Here it is:


Check and inspect the wheel sensors:

Find the sensor connectors in a plastic box affixed to the body.

Open the hinged small box and disconnect the speed sensor connector.
...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-21-2018, 11:42 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 15,781
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
I spent quite few months on transfer case and...

I spent quite few months on transfer case and wheel sensors.

I do not think you need a transfer case.

I would (I promise I won’t start with battery)

1- Set up INPA (or ISTA+) this is a...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-22-2018, 03:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,419
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
Osta is dealer level diagnostics software. ...

Osta is dealer level diagnostics software.
Inpa is factory level diagnostics.

Very powerful tools.


Yes, purchase the kdcan cable, start with inpa. Easier.

Inpa comes with the cable on...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-22-2018, 12:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,419
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
Scan it with INPA or ISTA for a description of...

Scan it with INPA or ISTA for a description of fault. ( or for a repair procedure in ISTA)


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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-21-2018, 08:27 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 31,818
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
Btw, to test your vanos in ISTA, go to service...

Btw, to test your vanos in ISTA, go to service functions-power train-Vanos
You can reset your vanos /and realign the angel there.


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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-21-2018, 08:26 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 31,818
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
Did you replace intake seals? Have you...

Did you replace intake seals?

Have you turned on the engine after you replaced intake seals?



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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-13-2018, 07:53 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 11,292
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
This user should be banned. He never...

This user should be banned.

He never mentioned 120psi. Yet he accused others of not reading his posts.

He name called other users.

He wrongly accused other users of chasing him off.
...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-10-2018, 09:57 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 17,772
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
Time to Cut Bait? (E70 4.8i Issues)

Don’t spend money on major repairs anymore. Keep it and buy some time while doing your research:


Do the math:
Sell it: $10k
Save excessive gas money dur to bad mpg:$1000/yr
Save repair money:...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-06-2018, 11:58 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 19,421
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
It’s been over six months now. I used high...

It’s been over six months now.

I used high temp RTV to keep it in place. Also there is a metal bracket that keeps the valve in place. No way that valve goes loose or becomes faulty.


...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-06-2018, 11:31 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 19,421
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
I purchased a $20 pink diaphragm valve, and...

I purchased a $20 pink diaphragm valve, and replaced it during the eccentric shaft sensor job!

Works beautifully!

You have to use a chisel to detach and remove the old one (which is integrated...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-06-2018, 09:30 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 19,421
Posted By AlphaBetaX5
ATF: Requirements: Vehicle must be leveled...

ATF:
Requirements: Vehicle must be leveled during the fill procedure.

Atf must get to 35-45C during the fill procedure.

Either use a temperature gun, or use ista or inpa.
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