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Forum: 6 Series DIY 06-15-2013, 10:03 AM

Replies: 7 Faulty Battery :( Purchase from dealership? Views: 699 Posted By brown370 I am fully aware of why BMW registers the... I am fully aware of why BMW registers the batteries and I understand what your saying about registering the battery, but the $1200 I saved on the two batteries, I can buy 11 more batteries if they...

Forum: 6 Series DIY 06-14-2013, 11:01 PM

Replies: 7 Faulty Battery :( Purchase from dealership? Views: 699 Posted By brown370 Battery Replacement Pep Boys has a battery for BMWs and it only cost about $108 and they work just fine. Purchased two one for my 2004 645 and my 2007 X5. I know this is a old post but, it will help the next person...

Forum: 6 Series DIY 05-15-2013, 07:44 AM

Replies: 44 DIY: Coolant Leak Repair ( Cap w Seal and Expanding Coolant Pipe) w Pics Views: 17,807 Posted By brown370 Update: Guys I know i used the AGA expanding... Update: Guys I know i used the AGA expanding pipe in my write-up, but now there are many pipes out now starting at about $200 compared to the $600 AGA pipe. ECS tuning just started carrying this...

Forum: 6 Series DIY 05-09-2013, 06:47 PM

Replies: 44 DIY: Coolant Leak Repair ( Cap w Seal and Expanding Coolant Pipe) w Pics Views: 17,807 Posted By brown370 No, and I have done quite a few of these jobs... No, and I have done quite a few of these jobs without any problems.

Forum: 6 Series DIY 03-24-2013, 10:26 AM

Replies: 44 DIY: Coolant Leak Repair ( Cap w Seal and Expanding Coolant Pipe) w Pics Views: 17,807 Posted By brown370 No problem, I am glad I could help save you some... No problem, I am glad I could help save you some money.

Forum: 6 Series 02-12-2013, 06:28 PM

Replies: 48 Sparkplug change time Views: 5,913 Posted By brown370 When I changed my plugs and reset my 645 iDrive. ... When I changed my plugs and reset my 645 iDrive. It reset to 100,000 miles.

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 01-29-2013, 12:00 PM

Replies: 16 Bad MPG - getting 16.1-16.2 mpg Views: 1,000 Posted By brown370 I just drove from Atlanta to Dallas averaging... I just drove from Atlanta to Dallas averaging about 65 MPH, using cruise control when possible and I could not get better that 18.5 MPG in my 4.8i.

Forum: 6 Series DIY 01-29-2013, 11:03 AM

Replies: 44 DIY: Coolant Leak Repair ( Cap w Seal and Expanding Coolant Pipe) w Pics Views: 17,807 Posted By brown370 Thanks! l just returned from Afghanistan... Thanks! l just returned from Afghanistan myself Dec 26, 2012. I am a aircraft mechanic too! I have worked at several Auto Craft Garages on Air Force Bases and I have 20 years experience...

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 01-17-2013, 11:12 AM

Replies: 22 2008 E70 4.8i service advice Views: 1,065 Posted By brown370 As for long life transmission fluid. I changed... As for long life transmission fluid. I changed some on a 2002 Lexus GS 300 with 125K on it. The Lexus dealer refused to change it for her because it was lifetime. When I drained it, it looked like...

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 01-17-2013, 10:53 AM

Replies: 22 2008 E70 4.8i service advice Views: 1,065 Posted By brown370 Sorry, I was referring to the brake fluid getting... Sorry, I was referring to the brake fluid getting moisture in it, not the transmission fluid.

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 01-17-2013, 09:24 AM

Replies: 22 2008 E70 4.8i service advice Views: 1,065 Posted By brown370 That is interesting to me because, all the fluids... That is interesting to me because, all the fluids are so called "long life". I guess they are not after all. Oh, long life is a term used to authorize longer maintenance intervals, which save...

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 01-17-2013, 08:34 AM

Replies: 3 Question about replacing gaskets Views: 367 Posted By brown370 Both jobs require some work. I did them on my... Both jobs require some work. I did them on my 645. They were very time consuming. The dealer is going to rape you. Find an independent shop that knows BMWs to do the job! I believe BMW quoted me $1K...

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 01-17-2013, 07:52 AM

Replies: 22 2008 E70 4.8i service advice Views: 1,065 Posted By brown370 Brake fluid and Transmission fluid should be... Brake fluid and Transmission fluid should be changed every 2 years, because of breakdown and hydroscopity (moisture absorbing properties). Under CPO BMW changed both twice. As for the fuel if your...

Forum: 6 Series DIY 01-12-2013, 05:06 PM

Replies: 44 DIY: Coolant Leak Repair ( Cap w Seal and Expanding Coolant Pipe) w Pics Views: 17,807 Posted By brown370 Update to the DIY: Today I completed another... Update to the DIY: Today I completed another expanding coolant pipe job. When I finished the job, I got a check engine light and increased emissions message, and after scanning the OBD on the car. ...

Forum: 6 Series DIY 01-12-2013, 04:24 PM

Replies: 3 Upper radiator hose popped off Views: 780 Posted By brown370 The same thing happened to me when I went to... The same thing happened to me when I went to remove the hose while performing the expanding coolant pipe job. i removed the ring and replaced it with a regular hose clamp. So, he could drive the...

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 10-22-2012, 04:32 AM

Replies: 21 Angel eye Views: 2,256 Posted By brown370 Check for H8 bulbs on eBay. Make sure you get... Check for H8 bulbs on eBay. Make sure you get high power bulbs. If you use the daytime running light feature.

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 09-18-2012, 01:48 AM

Replies: 26 Buying from a non-BMW dealer?Cons? Views: 1,965 Posted By brown370 If you buying a used BMW or any high end lux... If you buying a used BMW or any high end lux vehicle. I recommend CARMAX. In June, I bought my off lease 2007 X5 4.8i (59K miles)and bought a $100K warranty through CARMAX(MAXCARE) for $2500 to 100K...

Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 09-18-2012, 01:21 AM

Replies: 1 Extended maintenance plan questions Views: 518 Posted By brown370 I believe that is correct, but call the dealer to... I believe that is correct, but call the dealer to verify the actual mileage and do not go over 100 K.

Forum: 7 Series - E65 / E66 (2002 - 2008) 07-22-2012, 07:34 PM

Replies: 11 Need help ASAP, Valley pan Torque Spec? Views: 813 Posted By brown370 do not reuse the bolts buy new one. Snug them... do not reuse the bolts buy new one. Snug them down and then go over all of them again 1/4 turn. That should do it. They do not have to be very tight.

Forum: 6 Series DIY 02-16-2012, 01:16 AM

Replies: 11 Belt Drive Belt tensioner Climate Compressor missing Views: 3,987 Posted By brown370 You will need a sepentine belt tool w/ a large... You will need a sepentine belt tool w/ a large Torx socket T-55. To remove the sepentine belt first (lest than 10 minutes) Take a picture of the belt before removing it so you know how it goes back...

Forum: 6 Series DIY 02-16-2012, 01:00 AM

Replies: 11 Belt Drive Belt tensioner Climate Compressor missing Views: 3,987 Posted By brown370 The V-Belts has a tensioner and the A/C... The V-Belts has a tensioner and the A/C Compressor does not. You have to pull the belt off with a rag while turning the crank. You have to use a special tool to stretch the new belt on.

Forum: 6 Series DIY 02-02-2012, 09:36 PM

Replies: 9 Leaking Washer Fluid Bottle Fix Views: 5,458 Posted By brown370 I am on my 3rd pump now, they don't last too... I am on my 3rd pump now, they don't last too long. It only takes about 30 minutes to change them out.

Forum: 6 Series DIY 02-02-2012, 09:31 PM

Replies: 3 Compatible ipods Views: 1,410 Posted By brown370 The dealer has a list of iPods that are... The dealer has a list of iPods that are compatible.

Forum: 6 Series 11-28-2011, 06:08 PM

Replies: 9 Mass Air Flow Sensor Views: 2,484 Posted By brown370 Yes, the CEL did return. It passed the emission... Yes, the CEL did return. It passed the emission test but, I did not drive my car long enough, so it would not pass me (engine run cycle incomplete). I have not changed the MAF sensor yet because I...

Forum: 6 Series 11-14-2011, 08:46 PM

Replies: 48 Sparkplug change time Views: 5,913 Posted By brown370 I used the Bosch Iridium Plugs $8 each vs $20... I used the Bosch Iridium Plugs $8 each vs $20 each for OEM plugs.

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