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Forum: F10 / F11 (2011 - Current) 03-16-2013, 08:46 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,110
Posted By luigi524td
Exclamation SW Download does NOT apply to ALL F10 Production Dates!!

:thumbup:
It would have been great if BMW would have published this information - It would have prevented my dealer SA from thinking I was :mad: !!
Forum: F10 / F11 (2011 - Current) 01-07-2013, 04:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 868
Posted By luigi524td
Generally a s/w update isn't done upon request...

Generally a s/w update isn't done upon request except to correct a customer reported or known issue. So, IMHO, I'd ask them to correct the drive-ability issue - I assume there were check control...
Forum: F10 / F11 (2011 - Current) 01-05-2013, 06:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,268
Posted By luigi524td
I'll be following your post

I'll be following responses closely. I too have recently purchased a '13 535xDrive with (among other options) the Tech Pkg. I've not wanted to go to the iPhone because I favor more "open" technology....
Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 01-03-2013, 04:17 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,157
Posted By luigi524td
Exclamation Sending Maps to iDrive (ANDROID)

Check out "Send to car" - a free app in the Android Playstore. :thumbup:
Forum: F10 / F11 (2011 - Current) 01-02-2013, 03:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 764
Posted By luigi524td
+1 ... was surprised by the longer time frame;...

+1 ... was surprised by the longer time frame; my '07 530xi was based on miles (count-down started at 15K miles) or time - "annually" e.g. once ever year regardless of miles. Since I'm a low...
Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 01-01-2013, 08:29 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 6,266
Posted By luigi524td
Not for everyone!

Since my '13 535xDrive is a July '12 production date I thought I'd check. This was the result at http://store.bmwgpsmaps.com/dataSelection.aspx?sid=AF86177F2D7F47F0BF2DC8400D9A490A&nocookie=true

...
Forum: F10 / F11 (2011 - Current) 01-01-2013, 08:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,249
Posted By luigi524td
there is a 12v port in center console storage bin

There is 12v in the center storage area ... So, I may just tuck the phone there when I'm driving. Except for ease of grabbing it when I get out of the car there's little need to have it sitting out. ...
Forum: Wheels and Tires 12-30-2012, 03:35 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 281
Posted By luigi524td
Original BMW Wheel Locks and (2) Two Keys: Fits several BMW Models/years as listed

These were installed on my '07 530xi when I replaced the original sport rims and RFT with CSL Reps and UHP All Season Tires. They are genuine BMW parts and I also purchased an additional key (one...
Forum: F10 / F11 (2011 - Current) 12-30-2012, 05:24 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,249
Posted By luigi524td
Places for "Smart"phone

I'll have to give that a try and the footwell 12v port too since I am not happy with having to keep the lid open to plug in my phone. I don't think there's a 12v outlet in the center console where I...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 12-30-2012, 05:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 544
Posted By luigi524td
Options for TPMS

If you shop a bit (on-line) you might find them for fewer $$s.

Check the BMW forums too. One caution about buying used ones is the batteries are said to have a useful life of 5-10 years and they...
Forum: F10 / F11 (2011 - Current) 12-30-2012, 05:02 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,886
Posted By luigi524td
I was a high mileage driver in my "work" cars...

I was a high mileage driver in my "work" cars [always had a "toy" reserved for sunny days]. So when one of my cars was ready to be replaced the 'old' one went to one of the kids. They didn't seem to...
Forum: F10 / F11 (2011 - Current) 12-25-2012, 06:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 920
Posted By luigi524td
Exclamation Know what is covered under new car warranty and ultimate service

Part I is correct - It's revenue generating abuse of the customer.

Part II is partially correct. Tires are covered by the tire manufacturer's warranty (if any). Brakes (e.g. Pad/disc replacement...
Forum: F10 / F11 (2011 - Current) 12-25-2012, 10:53 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,118
Posted By luigi524td
Exclamation Later production date F10s will not require update

When I entered the last 7 digits of my VIN this was the result:
Forum: F10 / F11 (2011 - Current) 12-22-2012, 12:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 814
Posted By luigi524td
Learn about the specific functionality of your...

Learn about the specific functionality of your Droid and BT audio etc here: http://www.bmwusa.com/Standard/Content/Owner/BluetoothTechnology/bluetoothframedin.aspx

If it fails to function as...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 08-05-2012, 09:33 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,407
Posted By luigi524td
This is from the BMW Owner's Manual for my '07

For what it's worth, I have from time to time when supplies of Premium Gasoline were unavailable, used a tank or two of "regular" gasoline. I've had no mechanical issues as a result though I did...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 08-05-2012, 09:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,478
Posted By luigi524td
So you're picking up the CPO and Extended...

So you're picking up the CPO and Extended Maintenance Package and they're giving you back 2 lease pmts. Does the $41K include the 7% sales tax too? Couple of suggestions - if your tires are > 50% ...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 08-01-2012, 06:34 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,024
Posted By luigi524td
I recommend a normally aspirated (no turbo),...

I recommend a normally aspirated (no turbo), manual transmission e60, 2005 or newer. Because most people will want an auto, 6 spd manuals can be very inexpensive to buy and fun to drive. That said,...
Forum: General BMW 08-28-2010, 01:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,040
Posted By luigi524td
Exclamation Raffle tickets

I bought on-line just before end of day on August 15th - my actual tickets arrived in yesterday's mail.

However, I have not yet been notified that I was the Grand Prize Winner. Maybe they want to...
Forum: 7 Series - E38 (1995 - 2001) 10-16-2007, 05:42 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 45,013
Posted By luigi524td
Transmission adaptive computer programming

Believe it or not this procedure actually worked on my e38 [no start button - i used the key and switched on ... but not to start position. May not be the solution for your transmission problem but...
Forum: 7 Series / 8 Series 10-03-2006, 10:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,928
Posted By luigi524td
Fuel treatments

Generally the claims made by octane boosters are marketing hype.

However, Chevron Techron or Red Line fuel system cleaners used periodically (2-3x per year/ every 12-15K miles) might help by...
Forum: 7 Series / 8 Series 10-03-2006, 09:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 491
Posted By luigi524td
Scheduled Transmission Replacements

As an advanced feature of your fine vehicle, BMW will replace your transmission free of charge during the first 50,000 miles. Subsequent transmission replacements should be scheduled every 50,000...
Forum: 7 Series / 8 Series 09-29-2006, 11:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 841
Posted By luigi524td
Front suspension creaking noises - check the...

Front suspension creaking noises - check the center link. Common problem area - parts seem to fail after 60-70K miles... along with upper and lower control arms, sway links, etc. NHTSA [National...
Forum: 7 Series / 8 Series 09-29-2006, 11:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,591
Posted By luigi524td
Any of the high quality synthetic oils will treat...

Any of the high quality synthetic oils will treat your engine fine. I try to stick with Castrol because it's easy to find at a reasonable price. While on the topic the newer Mann filters are intended...
Forum: 7 Series / 8 Series 07-29-2006, 10:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 873
Posted By luigi524td
I don't see that one quart of oil consumption...

I don't see that one quart of oil consumption every 4K miles is extreme especially if there are a few runs at high speed. Though BMW in recent years started specifying oil service every 15K miles...
Forum: 7 Series / 8 Series 05-18-2005, 01:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 569
Posted By luigi524td
Programming one number to two phones or two numbers to one phone

Verizon will not permit cloning one number on two phones (legally). However if you open an additional account (telephone #) you can forward your calls to the installed timeport from the second #. You...
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