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Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 05-11-2013, 01:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 404
Posted By RPsX5d
My 2011MY E70 does exactly what yours does -...

My 2011MY E70 does exactly what yours does - seats adjust after the door is opened.

The external mirror on the other hand will adjust as soon as the door is unlocked.

Somewhat related - with...
Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 05-07-2013, 10:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 341
Posted By RPsX5d
+1 That is right, AC should not be losing...

+1

That is right, AC should not be losing refrigerant unless there is a leak. My 2001MY X5 35d had a similar problem - initially I thought it was not cooling like it used to. The SA/tech could...
Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 05-05-2013, 10:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 252
Posted By RPsX5d
Fuel Induction Service for diesel - need advice . . .

Took my 2011MY X5 35d for routine oil service. Car now has nearly 52,000 miles (I have the extended maintenance coverage).

SA initially suggested a "fuel induction service", cost $240. I am...
Forum: X5 F15 (On Sale Fall 2013) 05-01-2013, 06:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 452
Posted By RPsX5d
I have not tried this method but know folks who...

I have not tried this method but know folks who have and they tell me the mold/mildew smell is completely gone.

Ozone Generator (http://www.detailking.com/content/view/117/)

Be sure you...
Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 05-01-2013, 05:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 615
Posted By RPsX5d
I used Apple Maps only as an example (I happened...

I used Apple Maps only as an example (I happened to have an iPhone 5 - but I have both Google Maps and Apple Maps apps loaded on it - and I agree, right now Google Maps is much better, particularly...
Forum: X5 F15 (On Sale Fall 2013) 04-30-2013, 09:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 452
Posted By RPsX5d
Why is this post under F15 forum and not under...

Why is this post under F15 forum and not under E70?
Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 04-30-2013, 05:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 615
Posted By RPsX5d
Correct, I want to display Apple or Google Map...

Correct, I want to display Apple or Google Map apps on the Nav screen. Ideally if they could make the iDrive screen touch sensitive it would be perfect - make the finger gestures on the nav screen...
Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 04-30-2013, 03:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 615
Posted By RPsX5d
In iOS 7, Apple wants to own your car’s console

Interesting article (http://9to5mac.com/2013/04/30/in-ios-7-apple-wants-to-own-your-cars-console-with-maps-and-siri-integration/) . . . always wondered why BMW/iDrive doesn't do the same for video as...
Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 04-23-2013, 07:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 427
Posted By RPsX5d
I have the 2011MY (June 2010 build, yes no A2DP)...

I have the 2011MY (June 2010 build, yes no A2DP) . . . has the yellow tinged halogen angel eyes, 2012MY onwards you get the white LED . . . certainly better looking but probably not worth getting...
Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 04-19-2013, 10:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 382
Posted By RPsX5d
I can send a destination from my laptop to the X5...

I can send a destination from my laptop to the X5 and it shows up under MyInfo on the iDrive. I cannot do the same from the Google Maps app for iPhone - has someone figured out how to do this or is...
Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 04-18-2013, 11:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 382
Posted By RPsX5d
+1 This is how I do it and it works great!

+1

This is how I do it and it works great!
Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 04-18-2013, 04:56 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,322
Posted By RPsX5d
Even I was told the same thing - I must have...

Even I was told the same thing - I must have waxed the car too much! I chuckled at the SA (even he grinned at what he said!) and told him that must be one special wax that only impacts the front...
Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 04-17-2013, 05:41 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,322
Posted By RPsX5d
In my case only the front passenger door had this...

In my case only the front passenger door had this problem.

So far the latest fix (adjusted the door hinge) is holding, got this done in Oct. 2012. The door-close feel was slightly compromised...
Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 04-10-2013, 10:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 901
Posted By RPsX5d
On rural two-way roads to make myself even more...

On rural two-way roads to make myself even more visible during daytime . . .
Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 04-10-2013, 05:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,210
Posted By RPsX5d
I have Bridgestone, they are also directional and...

I have Bridgestone, they are also directional and cannot be rotated.

For Option 214 (staggered, 20 inch) Dunlop and Bridgestone are the only choices for RFTs.

My factory original were...
Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 03-15-2013, 05:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 317
Posted By RPsX5d
Sorry, misread your original post . . . I thought...

Sorry, misread your original post . . . I thought you did not realize with the car fully shut off (two clicks on the start/stop button) the radio can still be operated by clicking the radio's power...
Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 03-14-2013, 03:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 317
Posted By RPsX5d
Power the car off completely by pressing the...

Power the car off completely by pressing the Start/Stop button switch. Open the door and close it with you not exiting the car - this will clear the daytime running lights. Now turn on the radio...
Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 03-12-2013, 01:07 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 11,658
Posted By RPsX5d
On my X5d (MY2011, June 2010 build) both EGR...

On my X5d (MY2011, June 2010 build) both EGR valve and exhaust cooler were replaced. Posts below describe exactly what was done to my X5 including copies of the service reports.

Since then...
Forum: The Detail Department 03-12-2013, 08:50 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,063
Posted By RPsX5d
Here is a demo...

Here is a demo (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-ShtSvQaSA) that uses a dirty black Audi for demo.

I don't get anywhere near the snow and salt you get . . . for me it is rain. If I know it is...
Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 03-09-2013, 09:37 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 340
Posted By RPsX5d
Read this post...

Read this post (http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?p=7133481#post7133481)
Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 03-07-2013, 12:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 280
Posted By RPsX5d
CORRECTION - the radio works different from the...

CORRECTION - the radio works different from the seat heaters . . . last night I switched off the car while the radio was playing . . . this morning when I turned the ignition on the radio started to...
Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 03-06-2013, 01:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 280
Posted By RPsX5d
On my 2011 X5d this is considered normal - I.e it...

On my 2011 X5d this is considered normal - I.e it is a feature. After key off the car doesn't go to sleep immediately, it stays partially awake for the next 30 minutes. If you return to the car...
Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 03-02-2013, 05:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,108
Posted By RPsX5d
My factory original Dunlop RFT (Option 214)...

My factory original Dunlop RFT (Option 214) lasted for 23,000 miles. Got very noisy at the end.

Currently on Bridgestone Dueller . . . . 26,000 miles and counting. Getting noisy but still have...
Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 03-02-2013, 04:50 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,452
Posted By RPsX5d
Diesels do not come with active steering . . . ...

Diesels do not come with active steering . . . so if heavy steering is a concern, diesel is not an option for you.

For me it was diesel . . . absolutely love this car, the torque and the mileage...
Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 02-08-2013, 11:19 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 634
Posted By RPsX5d
Seat heater setting definitely persists, I...

Seat heater setting definitely persists, I believe the auto wiper and auto high beam also persists, not absolutely certain.

These settings persist until the system completely goes to sleep. How...
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