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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-22-2026, 05:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,759
Posted By Sschwab
Great work! Would you say that running...

Great work!

Would you say that running thicker oil contributes to the rod bearing failure? If so, would using a thinner oil resolve much of the issue?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-05-2022, 03:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,882
Posted By Sschwab
Very complete video. Thanks for sharing!

Very complete video. Thanks for sharing!
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-05-2022, 03:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,166
Posted By Sschwab
Just replaced the valve cover in my 2012 35i X5. ...

Just replaced the valve cover in my 2012 35i X5. The only thing that I thought might prevent the engine from running while cranking is if I forgot to reconnect the plug back to end of the fuel rail...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 04-01-2022, 11:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,017
Posted By Sschwab
One bad drive motor will cause a failure. The...

One bad drive motor will cause a failure. The hard part is determining which is failing. I looked at all other causes, then determined one or both struts were bad, so I purchased a pair.

When...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-03-2022, 01:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 911
Posted By Sschwab
The foam seal degrades on the engine partition...

The foam seal degrades on the engine partition for the fresh air system, or the partition pieces break. This allows engine smells to enter the cabin. Also, it may be time to replace the cabin air...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-20-2022, 05:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,247
Posted By Sschwab
My FW 530 scanner does not allow me to change the...

My FW 530 scanner does not allow me to change the battery capacity or type.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-16-2022, 02:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,247
Posted By Sschwab
Is it a problem to register a 110ah AGM battery...

Is it a problem to register a 110ah AGM battery using the 90ah AGM replacement function for the FW 530?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-16-2022, 02:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,802
Posted By Sschwab
My 530 tool is not showing any previously...

My 530 tool is not showing any previously registered batteries. I am the second owner, and the previous owner installed but didn’t register an O’Reilly’s battery.

The battery has died after less...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-13-2022, 02:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,314
Posted By Sschwab
Thank you for the link! It appears that FCP...

Thank you for the link!

It appears that FCP has incorrect part and fit descriptions.

Other sellers show the same part with correct vehicle fitment.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-12-2022, 10:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,314
Posted By Sschwab
What is the part called at FCP? I could not find...

What is the part called at FCP? I could not find an ISM.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-12-2022, 01:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,314
Posted By Sschwab
I have the same issue after hand washing in the...

I have the same issue after hand washing in the driveway, so I expect a failed weather seal is the cause. I will report back once confirmed.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-17-2020, 05:04 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,788
Posted By Sschwab
I have used Zimmerman rotors and Akebono pads on...

I have used Zimmerman rotors and Akebono pads on my BMW e39s, e46s, and a Z3 over the last 12 years. I am curious if the X5 requires anything different because of the weight?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-07-2020, 07:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,334
Posted By Sschwab
I bought the NT530 in advance of a brake job, and...

I bought the NT530 in advance of a brake job, and also used it to clear some codes related to a battery replacement by the prior owner.

I don't see a battery registration history, but the X5...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 01-02-2020, 09:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,207
Posted By Sschwab
Could be DISA, but almost sounds like a fan...

Could be DISA, but almost sounds like a fan hitting plastic.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-20-2019, 10:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,012
Posted By Sschwab
I ordered the Foxwell NT530 the other day after...

I ordered the Foxwell NT530 the other day after researching options to support my small BMW fleet ('12 E70, '00 Z3, '99 E46).

I have been using fjoj's recommended OBDFusion with a VeePeak OBD2...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-17-2019, 03:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,179
Posted By Sschwab
Sent you a PM and email with my cell number to...

Sent you a PM and email with my cell number to call or text.
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