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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-20-2014, 09:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,634
Posted By ALE53
It's scaring the crap out of me. Mechanic says...

It's scaring the crap out of me. Mechanic says UNLESS the tranny is leaking you're fine. Valve stem seals alone will run me $2500. Intuition says go get a 2011 and be done.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-20-2014, 08:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,634
Posted By ALE53
93k mi.....ditch or switch?

My independent mechanic is getting desperate, looking for bigger $ jobs every time I see him, which was often to seal up all my 07 oil leaks. Now I have a whiny transmission and I'm facing a valve...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-09-2014, 12:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,373
Posted By ALE53
Does that include firmware? Iirc last time in...

Does that include firmware?
Iirc last time in 2012 there was some firmware steps.....
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-08-2014, 04:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,373
Posted By ALE53
Latest s/w update worth it?

Dealer says $199, but am I gaining much?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-30-2014, 09:52 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 34,732
Posted By ALE53
Same on steering wheel buttons and it looks fine...

Same on steering wheel buttons and it looks fine IMHO or replace it. Mine went 90k mi.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-30-2014, 09:50 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 34,732
Posted By ALE53
Have fun with that POS Audi boredom galore.

Have fun with that POS Audi boredom galore.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-27-2014, 03:38 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 34,732
Posted By ALE53
Swap it out. Mine is exactly the same.

Swap it out. Mine is exactly the same.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 10-02-2013, 12:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,151
Posted By ALE53
I'm looking at Interstate H8-49 AGM and...

I'm looking at Interstate H8-49 AGM and equivalent Continental as I have an insider there. Benz uses Continental but wasn't sure if I'd ever heard of BMW owners using them. Gotta find a local...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 09-29-2013, 08:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,151
Posted By ALE53
AWD and DSC malfunction plus engine oil min level suddenly !

Just finished a 400 mi road trip and just before I got home I got the warnings above about an hour apart. First where is the damn dipstick and do I add a quart up top or under the damn car? Next I...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-15-2013, 06:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,996
Posted By ALE53
RTFM I guess is my answer....

RTFM I guess is my answer....
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-13-2013, 12:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,996
Posted By ALE53
Panning the rear view camera ?

Why does this appear as a selectable option when I access the menu during back up? Can you really pan the camera?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-13-2013, 12:40 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,806
Posted By ALE53
Parts arrived today and install was quick though...

Parts arrived today and install was quick though this bag was the toughest to seat FWIW....took the car for a spin and all seems to be in order. I was looking at the removed air bag and the cut on it...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-06-2013, 10:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,806
Posted By ALE53
I had to reinstall wheel to back into garage...

I had to reinstall wheel to back into garage until parts arrive. Bought from the same supplier genuine parts 212 bucks apiece. Free shipping. So, there's really not much to see except the car sitting...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-05-2013, 04:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,806
Posted By ALE53
Yanked the hissy side wheel and the bag twisted...

Yanked the hissy side wheel and the bag twisted somehow as the install went fine previously but nevertheless it's twisted and the rotor dust shield sliced the bag like a razor blade. I have no idea...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-02-2013, 12:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,806
Posted By ALE53
I've traced it before with all the bottom...

I've traced it before with all the bottom fairings off and IIRC its two distinct red and blue poly lines from the compressor tee. I'm 99.9% certain......whatever it is its friggin' weird. I still...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-01-2013, 09:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,806
Posted By ALE53
My thought exactly but why won't the other side...

My thought exactly but why won't the other side inflate?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-01-2013, 09:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,806
Posted By ALE53
Can someone help me?!!!!

I replaced my rear self level airbags in early June. Mine were crippled on one side and thrashed to the cords on the other. Install of new bags was done blind by me and was uneventful for the most...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-17-2013, 09:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,908
Posted By ALE53
I need to look at that belt for sure. Doing...

I need to look at that belt for sure. Doing tranny pan/mecha sleeve and brake fluid any second now.....
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-12-2013, 12:02 AM
Replies: 149
Views: 102,584
Posted By ALE53
Just did this entirely by feel.... 'Twas fun....

Just did this entirely by feel.... 'Twas fun. Still have two brand new airbag hats if anyone wants them. Accidentally reused my old ones. Only hiccup was not letting the bags refill rapidly as I let...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-10-2013, 03:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,908
Posted By ALE53
Squeal at startup which goes away....

Idler pulley or water pump? Best diagnosis method? When I start the car in the AM it squeaks until I drive it a bit. Then it goes away. Mostly annoying, but it's on the list.....
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-10-2013, 01:46 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,398
Posted By ALE53
Leaky valve covers & mechatronic seal seepage -opinions?

Guys I just had my 4.8i '07 in for a booster recall and had the dealer give the sled a thorough once over. BMW of Dallas, crook central....but I digress. I have minor VCG leakage and they stated the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-09-2011, 01:11 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,449
Posted By ALE53
Good job JCL! Well, after a flawless first...

Good job JCL!

Well, after a flawless first week and long roadtrip, some bad news, on Sun the car AC suddenly got warm, & started to overheat, so I immediately shut it down. Aux fan inactive....
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-05-2011, 01:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,449
Posted By ALE53
Nope. I replaced both fob batteries and no...

Nope. I replaced both fob batteries and no adverse reactions.....
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-04-2011, 04:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,449
Posted By ALE53
Car has been fine since I've been driving...

Car has been fine since I've been driving it.......
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-04-2011, 01:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,611
Posted By ALE53
Send me pics! I need one in graphite/metallic...

Send me pics! I need one in graphite/metallic black....PM me.
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