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Nice board!!! Now I found a new home to post whore, jk.

Anyone know EXACTLY what the dealer does for Inspection 2 on an X5 3.0?
I can't view .pdf files at work. TIA.

Madkim

Welcome to our world. I moved your post from The Lounge to the main board. The Lounge is for extra-X5 stuff, off-topic, and general rowdiness. You'll probably get a better response here.

Now get to the whorin'. ;)

Welcome to X5world :wavey:

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Items Covered on Inspection II

Undercarriage
1. Change engine oil and filter while engine is at normal operation temperature.
2. Check transmission for leaks.
3. Check rear axle for leaks.
4. Visually check fuel tank, lines, and connections for leaks.
5. Check condition, position, and mounting of exhaust system. Examine for leaks.
6. Check power steering system for leaks.
7. Check overall thickness of front and rear disc brake pads.
8. Examine brake disc surfaces.
9. Clean brake pad contact points in calipers.
10. Grease wheel center hubs.
11. Check steering for absence of play, condition of suspension track rods, front axle joints, steering linkage, and joint disc.
12. Check front control arm bushing for wear.
13. Check brake and clutch system connectors and lines for leaks, damage, and incorrect positioning.
14. Check for free movement of the parking brake cables. Adjust parking brake if necessary.
15. Check all tire pressures (including spare). Correct if necessary.
16. Check condition of tires (outer surfaces (left/right)), tread wear and pattern; In case of uneven tread wear readjust wheel alignment if required.
17. Check thickness of parking brake linings.
18. Half-shafts; check for leaks at flexible boots.
19. Inspect entire body according to terms of rust prevention limited warranty.

Engine Compartment
1. Read out diagnostic system
2. Check engine cooling system/heater hose connections for leaks.
3. Check coolant level and antifreeze protection level; add coolant if necessary.
4. Check level of brake and clutch fluid in reservoir; add fluid if required.
5. Check windshield washer fluid level and antifreeze protection. Fill up and/or correct if necessary.
6. Check air conditioner for operation.
7. Reset Service Indicator.
8. Replace spark plugs.
9. Replace intake air cleaner element.

Body/Electrical Equipment
1. Check battery electrolyte level and add distilled water if required.
2. Perform batter load test.
3. Check lighting system, i.e. headlights, foglights, parking, backup, license plate, interior (including map reading lights), glove box, flashlight, illuminated makeup mirrors, luggage compartment lights.

Damn I'm loving this board already. woohoo!!!
I used to frequent e46fanatics since 1999 but stopped after selling the car. I had no where else to go for specifically X5 other than roadfly but never liked that board.

Thanks Mr. Admin :) for posting the inspection II. I was going to drop off the X5 at the dealer tonight for inspection II but looking at the list, I'll try and find someone else to replace the plugs. I can do the other stuff on my own.

Welcome, and enjoy THE place to be for your X5!

Welcome to the board. Your sig pic looks familiar, probably seen on Bimmerfest or some other board.

Welcome! This is a very knowledgeable, yet delightfully insane group here... I am privileged to hang out with them and soon I think you will feel the same. Enjoy!

I used to visit that board also when I had my E46.

Thanks all for the warm welcome!

Welcome! :thumbup: But take note, the post whore position has been filled by Curious Joel. He's doing such a wonderful job I doubt he would even need an intern at this point. :bustingup

Are you liking that 2005 Odyssey?

lol, I'm not really a post whore....The Odyssey is nice! My wife likes driving it better than the X5. I didn't want to wait 3-4 mos for Nav and DVD so I opted to just get EX-L with DVD with $2000 off msrp.
Had I bought the EX-L with NAV/DVD, I would've had to pay MSRP which equates to about $4000 difference. So I'm gonna buy a Garmin unit.