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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-18-2017, 03:47 PM
Replies: 200
Views: 84,009
Posted By seattle
Bumper removal is not difficult. Especially...

Bumper removal is not difficult. Especially compared to what you have already removed and reassembled for this project.

I had to remove the bumper to DIY-install tow hitch. Search youtube for "e70...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-16-2017, 01:54 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 69,450
Posted By seattle
Did you see this ...

Did you see this (https://xoutpost.com/1022809-post7.html)post? Specifically, this ...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-14-2017, 05:38 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,533
Posted By seattle
yesterday, found water (again) in passenger side...

yesterday, found water (again) in passenger side rear compartment. A month or more ago, tailgate module fried because of water there. At that time, I thought water got in there through side vents...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-31-2017, 01:16 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,532
Posted By seattle
Are you saying Steps #13 and #24 in attached...

Are you saying Steps #13 and #24 in attached screenshot did not work for you in Rheingold?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-30-2017, 04:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,532
Posted By seattle
How did you test the injectors? Step by step...

How did you test the injectors?
Step by step (with pics) would be super helpful to me (maybe post in DIY thread?).

I get blue smoke on cold starts, as well as sooty tail pipes.

All points to...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-24-2017, 07:22 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,792
Posted By seattle
The user is on bimmerfest, the forum in my link....

The user is on bimmerfest, the forum in my link. Register and send PM.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-23-2017, 11:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,822
Posted By seattle
I have looked at this a little bit. And yes, it...

I have looked at this a little bit. And yes, it has been suggested by lpcapital here (http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?t=910981&highlight=continental+nox)

If you need the part, BMW...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-23-2017, 08:55 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,792
Posted By seattle
For Rheingold installation, instructions here ...

For Rheingold installation, instructions here (http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showpost.php?p=9992129&postcount=47)worked for me.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-23-2017, 02:03 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,792
Posted By seattle
Calibration test (not a test, really) is...

Calibration test (not a test, really) is performed on NoX sensors, whether one or both are replaced. In short, approximately this is done: 1. Turn off urea injection. 2. Let gasses run through both...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-22-2017, 04:31 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,792
Posted By seattle
These NOx sensors have about 50K miles life. A...

These NOx sensors have about 50K miles life. A maintenance item, really.
You want both of yours replaced now under warranty than pay $600 for each when warranty expires. That will keep you going at...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-22-2017, 01:52 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,792
Posted By seattle
I would start by downloading, installing and...

I would start by downloading, installing and getting used to Rheingold (it is not that complicated), same software dealers use for diagnostics (and ripping you off!).
Instructions here...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-21-2017, 01:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,282
Posted By seattle
It is actually likely to crack as it ages due to...

It is actually likely to crack as it ages due to amount of oil from crank case ventilation that passes through it. The rubber was designed for gas, not hot oily mixture that was actually passing...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-20-2017, 10:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,282
Posted By seattle
I had to clean mine recently. Can confirm that...

I had to clean mine recently. Can confirm that sensor at #5 and small pipe can be separated from big pipe and each other.

If you don't mind, why replacing #3?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-20-2017, 01:00 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 69,450
Posted By seattle
Yes, they are replaceable and should be. I guess...

Yes, they are replaceable and should be. I guess I didn't expect one to become soaked and thus less efficient so soon.
Will wash with solvent tonight and keep monitoring closely.
At $50 a piece,...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-20-2017, 02:22 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 69,450
Posted By seattle
Update at 109K miles. Popped off charge line...

Update at 109K miles.

Popped off charge line to look inside throttle body.
Saw about 1/3 teaspoon puddle of oil sitting in front of throttle body. A bit surprised.

Opened ProVent and observed...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-19-2017, 01:31 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,241
Posted By seattle
Nope, not normal. After putting new thermostat,...

Nope, not normal.
After putting new thermostat, temp in mine hovers around 90C, occasionally going to toasty 95c on uphill or something.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-19-2017, 01:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 11,083
Posted By seattle
Thought I would resurrect this thread rather than...

Thought I would resurrect this thread rather than open new one.

2011 35d, 108K miles.

So, this code is lately persisting:


I have searched potential answers on forums, with potential...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-22-2017, 08:09 AM
Replies: 262
Views: 159,018
Posted By seattle
What do you base your opinion about yours being...

What do you base your opinion about yours being bad?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-30-2017, 09:20 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 69,450
Posted By seattle
To support ProVent is a good idea. Reading...

To support ProVent is a good idea.
Reading Diesel Technolgy document provided by user Doug Huffman (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1epIteFE7i-c2IybHVDX0l2bVk/view)

A couple places suggest that...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-30-2017, 09:14 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 69,450
Posted By seattle
Update. The check valve arrived and got...

Update.
The check valve arrived and got installed. After >500 miles, no problems.
Opened ProVent, seeing the filter is doing its work and no puddles at the bottom.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-30-2017, 03:42 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 86,733
Posted By seattle
I would guess NoX sensors would get fouled pretty...

I would guess NoX sensors would get fouled pretty quick with DPF absent.
Unless, the solution is to ignore NoX sensors and just pump urea at constant rate (or based on RPM).
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-15-2017, 01:39 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 69,450
Posted By seattle
Thanks, Stephen. Placed an order on that check...

Thanks, Stephen. Placed an order on that check valve, should be here on Tuesday.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-14-2017, 10:52 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 69,450
Posted By seattle
Question about check valve for returning oil into...

Question about check valve for returning oil into dip stick: is there a particular strength (other specs?) that should be used?

Can I, please, get specs and source?

Is there some minimal...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-11-2017, 01:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,187
Posted By seattle
Attached 4 PDFs related to FRM, printed from...

Attached 4 PDFs related to FRM, printed from Rheingold.
Knock yourself out :)
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-09-2017, 07:38 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,187
Posted By seattle
Enter VIN and check here: BMW Owner Reimbursement...

Enter VIN and check here: BMW Owner Reimbursement Program (http://www.bmw-rp.com/production/isg/bmw/reimbursement_bmw_portal.nsf/submit.xsp)

While at it, see if your vehicle applies for Drive...
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