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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-01-2011, 11:25 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,816
Posted By ChitownX5
Word of Caution – Potential X5 Fire Hazard

I recently sold my 2005 X5 4.4i that had only 44k miles. Two weeks after the sale I was contacted by the purchaser that my X5 had an electrical fire caused by the cooling fan. Apparently the wiring...
Forum: BMW SAV Items for Sale 04-30-2011, 05:57 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 942
Posted By ChitownX5
SOLD - FS: Light Popular Wood Kit plus shift knob from 2005 X5 with Nav

I recently sold my 2005 X5 4.4i and am cleaning out my garage. I have the original Light Popular Wood Trim pieces that came with the X5 from factory. I swapped them out for dark wood within the first...
Forum: BMW SAV Items for Sale 04-22-2011, 06:11 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,621
Posted By ChitownX5
SOLD-Dice HD/iPod integration kit and 2 Dension Ice Link Plus iPod adapters for sale

I recently sold my 2005 X5 and have a few items for sale.
$125 shipped gets you:
Dice HD Radio Receiver with iPod integration, two Dension Ice Link Plus iPod integration kits, Proclip Ipod holder,...
Forum: X3 (F25) Forum 04-01-2011, 03:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,734
Posted By ChitownX5
Thanks. I appreciate the quick response. Now if I...

Thanks. I appreciate the quick response. Now if I can determine the offset.

BTW - Where did you find this info?
Forum: X3 (F25) Forum 04-01-2011, 11:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,734
Posted By ChitownX5
Will X5 (E53) Wheels fit new X3

Hello all - I'm considering selling my 2005 X5 and replacing it with the new X3. I have a set of 18" BMW wheels mounted with snow tires. I would like to keep these if they'll fit the new X3. Does...
Forum: Detailing Forum 03-09-2010, 12:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,118
Posted By ChitownX5
Is ACW still in Biz

Does anyone know if Andrew (ACW) is still detailing cars? I sent him an email but haven't heard back. If not, do you have any recommendations for details in the Chicagoland area?
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 12-30-2009, 01:14 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 778
Posted By ChitownX5
Wheel repair shop in the Chicagoland area

Hi all – I need your assistance locating a wheel repair shop in the Chicagoland area. I searched the forums but couldn’t find a reference to one in Chicago other than Perillo. I heard nothing but...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-03-2008, 01:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 838
Posted By ChitownX5
Central Locking Question

I know there have been numerous posts related to central locking and the alike but I need confirmation that I’m not going crazy. Over the past couple of months the driver door in my 2005 4.4i X5 no...
Forum: Navigation System 10-15-2007, 08:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 812
Posted By ChitownX5
I switched the destination (within IL) multiple...

I switched the destination (within IL) multiple times and my Nav stays on IL (so far). Could your problem be related to what others have been posting – about Nav systems that “lose” last and saved...
Forum: Navigation System 10-15-2007, 04:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 812
Posted By ChitownX5
Setting the Default State

Sorry for the delay. I was able to set the default in the State / Province? Option. Since upgrading to v29.1 and Navteq 2007.2 a new menu appears after selecting State / Province ?. The menu starts...
Forum: Navigation System 10-09-2007, 01:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 812
Posted By ChitownX5
Talking Found the answer to my question!

I found the answer! Upgrade to Navteq Version 2007.2 and Nav software 29.1. Previously I was running version Navteq 2004.2 that came with my 2005 X5 4.4i. After upgrading to the latest BMW nav...
Forum: Navigation System 10-08-2007, 08:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 812
Posted By ChitownX5
Nav Default State for US Users

Can someone tell me if it is possible to set the default U.S. State in the Nav unit? For reference I have a 2005 4.4i. I have always been frustrated that I have to scroll through cities outside of...
Forum: Bluetooth 05-23-2007, 02:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,366
Posted By ChitownX5
Really? Did you have to do anything special to...

Really? Did you have to do anything special to get these phones to work? Did your phone book come across?

I would really like to get this phone to work. It's so much better then anything offered...
Forum: Bluetooth 05-23-2007, 10:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,366
Posted By ChitownX5
Unhappy Sony Ericsson K550i won’t sync or connect via Bluetooth

About a month ago I purchased a Sony Ericsson K550i (http://www.sonyericsson.com/spg.jsp?cc=us&lc=en&ver=4000&template=pip1&pid=10745&zone=pp ). This is probably the best all-in-one phone for its...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-22-2006, 11:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,518
Posted By ChitownX5
My First E70 Impression

Today I test drove the '07 4.8i and have to say I was disappointed. I was expecting more from the E70. For background, I have an ’05 4.4i with every option. You guys are going to flame me for saying...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-22-2006, 10:55 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,916
Posted By ChitownX5
Test drive E70 today

Today I test drove the '07 4.8i and have to say I was disappointed. I was expecting more from the E70. For background, I have an ’05 4.4i with every option. You guys are going to flame me for saying...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-30-2006, 10:49 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,505
Posted By ChitownX5
Cool Had the same thing happen last summer with my '05...

Had the same thing happen last summer with my '05 4.4. I was detailing it all day and left the radio on the entire time. Started the car and left it running for about a half hour to recharge the...
Forum: Navigation System 09-19-2005, 11:18 PM
Replies: 301
Views: 199,119
Posted By ChitownX5
Cool Upgrade Success

This was one of these easiest upgrades! Took under 2 hours to download the image files, about 15 minutes to burn the CD and under 2 minutes to upgrade the OS. And so far based on the improved...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-02-2005, 01:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 712
Posted By ChitownX5
Cool I've had the same issue with my 2005 4.4i Sport....

I've had the same issue with my 2005 4.4i Sport. I posted this issue here, but no one posted that they were having the same problem. I can move the selector all the way to Park even when I'm moving....
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 08-19-2005, 11:58 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 13,206
Posted By ChitownX5
Cool el duderino?

Can you recommend a shop in the Chicagoland area? My dealer suggested Sounds Deluxe in Clarendon Hills.

In your opinion can the stock stereo be reasonably upgraded for around $1K?
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 08-19-2005, 11:01 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,734
Posted By ChitownX5
Cool Not necessarily. But it is an easy process to...

Not necessarily. But it is an easy process to update the firmware. UCrew has supplied a link to the files and instructions.
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 08-19-2005, 10:37 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,734
Posted By ChitownX5
Cool New firmware works great on my 2005 4.4 with Nav...

New firmware works great on my 2005 4.4 with Nav and DSP!

So far it appears to have fixed the following issues that I was experiencing with the older versions of firmware:

1. Drop to radio (so...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-25-2005, 10:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 726
Posted By ChitownX5
Cool Transmission Lock

Has anyone experienced this issue? I have a 2005 4.4i w/6 speed auto trans. As you guys probably are already aware - sport mode is engaged by sliding the shifter to the left and downshifts are...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 07-18-2005, 01:35 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,882
Posted By ChitownX5
Cool I'm running FW BB2 and the issues still persist. ...

I'm running FW BB2 and the issues still persist. Tom emailed me instructions on how to enable text mode and made it clear not to download or run the OBD text patch with this FW. I was instructed...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 07-18-2005, 12:01 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,882
Posted By ChitownX5
Cool I know you guys are big fans of the ice>Link...

I know you guys are big fans of the ice>Link Plus, but this system has been nothing but a nightmare for me. Maybe these issues are specific to the unit I have FW BB2 (upgraded from 2B1) or my X5...
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