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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-04-2022, 10:59 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,808
Posted By Cody4130
Thanks for the heads up on checking realOEM. I...

Thanks for the heads up on checking realOEM. I would not have thought to check driveshaft length as I assumed they would be the same since the transmissions are GA6hp26z.
According to the site my...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-04-2022, 10:59 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,808
Posted By Cody4130
Thanks for the heads up on checking realOEM. I...

Thanks for the heads up on checking realOEM. I would not have thought to check driveshaft length as I assumed they would be the same since the transmissions are GA6hp26z.
According to the site my...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-04-2022, 10:25 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,808
Posted By Cody4130
I received my E70 X5 M Diff from FedEx yesterday....

I received my E70 X5 M Diff from FedEx yesterday. Unfortunately they dropped it at some point and cracked the side casing near the actuator motor exposing the gears. I can confirm that axles...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-04-2022, 10:24 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,808
Posted By Cody4130
I received my E70 X5 M Diff from FedEx yesterday....

I received my E70 X5 M Diff from FedEx yesterday. Unfortunately they dropped it at some point and cracked the side casing near the actuator motor exposing the gears. I can confirm that axles...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-31-2022, 02:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,621
Posted By Cody4130
The cap shouldn’t be on when you are trying to...

The cap shouldn’t be on when you are trying to bleed the system. I did the bleed procedure multiple times because I had made a mistake reassembling my pump after an engine swap.(plunger and spring...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-31-2022, 05:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,621
Posted By Cody4130
You said if you have the engine on you lose a lot...

You said if you have the engine on you lose a lot of fluid? And this is all from the cap? As in the reservoir is pressurizing? Sounds like you have the pressure and return lines backwards. Swap them...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-28-2022, 02:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,621
Posted By Cody4130
If you have a scan tool with BMW specific...

If you have a scan tool with BMW specific functions there is an adaptive drive bleed setting but the bleed procedure is turning the wheel from lock to lock (all the way left, all the way right) about...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-28-2022, 10:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,696
Posted By Cody4130
I recently put an Xtrons unit (newest version...

I recently put an Xtrons unit (newest version with android 11 operating system 6gb ram 128ghd) in my 08 X5. Completely satisfied. Boots up extremely fast. CarPlay works great. No hiccups so far. Only...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-28-2022, 10:20 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,808
Posted By Cody4130
Thank you for this thread! My rear end started...

Thank you for this thread!
My rear end started clicking badly today. I came across this thread and it inspired me to put the M diff in my 08 4.8i.
From reading this I gather all I have to...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-11-2022, 09:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,484
Posted By Cody4130
Update: issue was solved with a new valvetronic...

Update: issue was solved with a new valvetronic computer. I found a used one for $20 so I figured I didn’t have a lot to lose. Plugged it in (no coding needed) car fired up and runs smooth. 300mi...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-22-2022, 06:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,224
Posted By Cody4130
To me it sounds like changing the clock spring...

To me it sounds like changing the clock spring has made your car think the steering wheel is turned at an extreme angle, the “power loss” you feel is the stability control cutting engine power and...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-18-2022, 11:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,484
Posted By Cody4130
I have a Schumacher MC-1 charger. Battery was...

I have a Schumacher MC-1 charger. Battery was bought and placed in its location but not hooked up while I replaced the engine. Was charged overnight for good measure before hooking up and starting ...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-18-2022, 12:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,484
Posted By Cody4130
Thanks for the reply, the AGM battery in it was...

Thanks for the reply, the AGM battery in it was bought 5 months ago. From my scan tool it’s over 12v with the headlights on and ignition on. But it’s always possible in these cars to have a low...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-12-2022, 08:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,484
Posted By Cody4130
Today I got around to doing some testing. I...

Today I got around to doing some testing. I checked every fuse with any connection to the cars computer or engine, all were good. I unplugged the valvetronic motors and tested for voltage on them. I...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-12-2022, 08:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,078
Posted By Cody4130
Have you checked a site like rockauto? Maybe they...

Have you checked a site like rockauto? Maybe they do international shipping? I’d be willing to help but I’ve never shipped anything to Australia.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-05-2022, 06:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,484
Posted By Cody4130
Valvetronic codes

I’m getting the following codes, read the long post below for details. My question is has anyone had these and what was the solution?

2A69 Valvetronic actuator motor power supply
2A6A DME...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-29-2021, 05:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,113
Posted By Cody4130
Thanks everyone. I got it put back together and...

Thanks everyone. I got it put back together and working. The correct order is Spring first, then plunger with the pin end going into the hollow bolt and the cup end holding the spring. Took me quite...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-27-2021, 12:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,113
Posted By Cody4130
What order do these go in?

I’m desperate for a solution and can find no information. https://photos.app.goo.gl/XBGfj611F2m5bNsBA Does anyone know the order of these parts? Google photos link shows how I had it oriented inside...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-20-2021, 11:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,548
Posted By Cody4130
How does RPM change the sound? Does it get more...

How does RPM change the sound? Does it get more prominent? Change pitch/tone? or does it go away? Based on my crappy speakers playing it over YouTube. I would lean towards the vacuum pump or water...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-17-2021, 11:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,676
Posted By Cody4130
You have 2 catalytic converters. They are the...

You have 2 catalytic converters. They are the ones attached to the exhaust manifolds. Everything after that is mufflers/resonators.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-17-2021, 11:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,524
Posted By Cody4130
Check the grounds. There should be one for the...

Check the grounds. There should be one for the DME under the hood (right side cowl near the cabin filter), one from the lower engine block to frame rail near the left (driver side) motor mount best...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-17-2021, 11:32 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,240
Posted By Cody4130
Does anyone know how the spring/plunger goes in...

Does anyone know how the spring/plunger goes in the banjo bolt on the bottom of the power steering pump? I’m thinking it may be installed incorrectly not allowing enough flow but since it’s been a...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-07-2021, 11:51 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,240
Posted By Cody4130
E70 no power steering

I’m looking for knowledge of the power steering system specifically models with dynamic drive. My issue is the steering feels the same wether the car is running or not. Very heavy either way.
...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 11-07-2021, 07:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,134
Posted By Cody4130
Last major difference I found the hard way. The...

Last major difference I found the hard way. The right side rear most cylinder (#4) has the studs tapped in the opposite locations. You will need to remove the studs from your 650/750 heads and then...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-16-2021, 10:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,134
Posted By Cody4130
Another difference I've noticed is a rectangular...

Another difference I've noticed is a rectangular nub cast into the block on the left side where the front diff mounts. The nub is right where the oil pan meets the block and must be ground flush for...
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