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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-11-2020, 11:50 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,129
Posted By Legokcen
I completely agree. The job wasn't bad and one I...

I completely agree. The job wasn't bad and one I could do, but I'd be on my back with the X5 up on jackstands and that really just sucks. The $350 was worth it.

She drives great now. Thanks...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-09-2020, 01:10 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,129
Posted By Legokcen
The scanner can find a new home if needed, but it...

The scanner can find a new home if needed, but it works pretty well. The battery I don't mind so much, the old one was 5+ years old.

My independent mechanic said he'd changed several of them in...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 07-08-2020, 09:44 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,129
Posted By Legokcen
Well, it was the bridge seal. The transmission...

Well, it was the bridge seal. The transmission fluid looked good, no metal. The other seals were good too, though everything in the kit was replaced. Everything works now! Thanks for all the...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-28-2020, 09:51 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,129
Posted By Legokcen
I've got everything but a lift, so I'll be floor...

I've got everything but a lift, so I'll be floor jack/jack standing it. I've got a decent shop and all the tools I need. Been amature road racing and wrenching for about 10 years now so I'm used to...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-28-2020, 09:41 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,129
Posted By Legokcen
Thank you. Is it more than this? ...

Thank you. Is it more than this?

https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-ga6hp19z-mechatronic-service-kit-24152333907kt3
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-28-2020, 08:16 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,129
Posted By Legokcen
I figured that was going to be the next step. ...

I figured that was going to be the next step. Should I get just the bridge seal or get a new pan and everything else?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-28-2020, 01:32 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,129
Posted By Legokcen
Installed and registered a new AGM battery, same...

Installed and registered a new AGM battery, same as what was there. Date on the old one was 9/15, so almost 5 years old. Anyway, new battery in and registered. Started off with a myriad of codes...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-28-2020, 10:39 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,129
Posted By Legokcen
Thanks, getting a new battery this morning. Will...

Thanks, getting a new battery this morning. Will send an update once installed and registered.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-27-2020, 08:54 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,129
Posted By Legokcen
I'll look into a new battery. I did however...

I'll look into a new battery. I did however disconnect it Monday hoping for a system reset. I hope that isn’t what led to those particular codes. I'll have to code it on install right? Or can I...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-27-2020, 07:56 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,129
Posted By Legokcen
Tried things again this morning. All faults...

Tried things again this morning. All faults cleared. Strangely, one continues to stay...
Rear camera... A811 Transport Mode Active

Don't know why that is staying just with the reversing...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-27-2020, 04:06 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,129
Posted By Legokcen
I had several different faults when I first ran...

I had several different faults when I first ran the codes so I erased all of them, re-ran the scan without doing anything else and got zero (with no changes). Then recranked the car, put it in...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-26-2020, 08:56 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,129
Posted By Legokcen
Cleared every fault. Started her back up again. ...

Cleared every fault. Started her back up again. She would go into gear and I drove just down the driveway and stopped. Put it in reverse and got an error again.

Still goes immediately back to...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-26-2020, 03:38 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,129
Posted By Legokcen
I'll try that. It has been towed before (long...

I'll try that. It has been towed before (long story) and I had to use that.

This morning, I was able to get it to drive and it would stay. I'm not confident to drive it out of the drive way...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-26-2020, 03:27 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,129
Posted By Legokcen
There were several codes I was able to pull out. ...

There were several codes I was able to pull out. One even said "Low Brake Fluid" which I'm surprised at, but I'll check that shortly as it had a recent checkup.

Here are the displays. It is...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-24-2020, 04:35 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,129
Posted By Legokcen
Thank you! I got a scanner from Amazon (had a...

Thank you! I got a scanner from Amazon (had a gift card) so it'll be here on Friday; the Autophox 7910. I'm sure I can use it with other things also.

I'll hopefully report back on Friday with...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-24-2020, 07:28 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,129
Posted By Legokcen
Thanks. I don't have an android device but I may...

Thanks. I don't have an android device but I may get one or borrow one for this.

Is there another good way to get BMW codes or is a $100+ specific scan tool or something like this the only way?...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-23-2020, 07:41 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,129
Posted By Legokcen
I'm getting these two faults displayed. ...

I'm getting these two faults displayed.

Like I said earlier. Everything was good yesterday, its just that this morning when I got in to drive, it wouldn't go anywhere and then I got this...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-23-2020, 02:09 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,129
Posted By Legokcen
Yes, it was out in the rain. Trying to thin the...

Yes, it was out in the rain. Trying to thin the herd so I can fit it in the garage. :) My first thought was something got wet, but I tried to check everywhere.

I don't have a BMW reader, just a...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 06-23-2020, 12:46 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,129
Posted By Legokcen
Transmission Help - Going back to Park

Good afternoon. I've searched for options and started diagnosing, but would like some feedback and next steps. X5 is an '08 3.0 with 57K.

It rained hard last night, I don't know if that'll do...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-17-2020, 07:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,967
Posted By Legokcen
I've always gone by the notion that 1/3 of a...

I've always gone by the notion that 1/3 of a grunt is about 80 ft-lbs of torque with a 1/2 in ratchet... with gloves on. :bustingup
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-28-2020, 05:20 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,035
Posted By Legokcen
Rear Storage Options

Good afternoon. I wanted to see what ideas folks have had with their rear storage locations. I've done some searching and looked at what some folks have online but wanted to ask this group also. ...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-28-2020, 10:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,386
Posted By Legokcen
Awesome! Ordered. Thank you!

Awesome! Ordered. Thank you!
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-28-2020, 08:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,386
Posted By Legokcen
Thanks again for all the help. I changed the...

Thanks again for all the help. I changed the tank in about 20 minutes and the priming sequence was spot on. This is a great resource of information. I really appreciate all the help. I'll look at...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-23-2020, 11:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,386
Posted By Legokcen
Thanks a lot! I appreciate it!

Thanks a lot! I appreciate it!
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-23-2020, 07:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,386
Posted By Legokcen
Thank you. From the research I've done online it...

Thank you. From the research I've done online it seems to be a common problem with a bunch of DIY videos. I'm hoping it's good to go after this. I've ordered a new tank and cap.
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