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Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 05-18-2013, 05:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 414
Posted By Doug in NC
The BMW hitch that the dealer installer for me...

The BMW hitch that the dealer installer for me has both the 4 pin and 7 pin connector. I've pulled a 5 x 8 trailer loaded down several tires with my 2011 28 with no issues. Although it didn't weigh...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 05-18-2013, 04:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 557
Posted By Doug in NC
The software updates from the dealer will fix the...

The software updates from the dealer will fix the problem. I've had them done on my 2011 28 and all the hesitation is gone.
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 04-21-2013, 05:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 612
Posted By Doug in NC
I have a OEM BMW trailer hitch installed on my...

I have a OEM BMW trailer hitch installed on my X.3 and it's a class III. The local dealer installed.
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 04-21-2013, 05:31 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,106
Posted By Doug in NC
I have a 2011 with the 3.0 28xi six-cylinder and...

I have a 2011 with the 3.0 28xi six-cylinder and I can get 24 to 25 miles per gallon in town and close to 29 miles per gallon on the highway.
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 04-18-2013, 07:16 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,500
Posted By Doug in NC
My 2011 x3 with 22000 miles has been reliable. ...

My 2011 x3 with 22000 miles has been reliable. Hesitation issues were fixed with program updates. No mechanical repairs to date. Nothing drives like a BMW. Look forward to driving it every day. ...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 03-30-2013, 06:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 447
Posted By Doug in NC
For anyone else reading this thread, it's...

For anyone else reading this thread, it's dangerous to pull a trailer with this hitch showing red. It shows green when fully seated in the bracket. I also make sure that the key lock is turned to...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 03-22-2013, 07:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,338
Posted By Doug in NC
Good to hear that it worked!

Good to hear that it worked!
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 03-21-2013, 06:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,338
Posted By Doug in NC
I had the first TSB done last Fall and the...

I had the first TSB done last Fall and the hesitation is pretty much gone. I've probably adapted some to the way the throttle works.
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 03-03-2013, 06:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 988
Posted By Doug in NC
In a year of use, mine has been accurate, about...

In a year of use, mine has been accurate, about on par with my Garmin.
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 02-16-2013, 05:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 490
Posted By Doug in NC
Congratulations. I wasn't brave enough to tackle...

Congratulations. I wasn't brave enough to tackle the job myself.
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 02-13-2013, 06:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 502
Posted By Doug in NC
Agree. There is a setting in iDrive to unlock all...

Agree. There is a setting in iDrive to unlock all the doors or only the driver door. You won't need to pull twice.
Forum: E82 / E88 1 Series (2008 - 2013) 02-10-2013, 05:07 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,981
Posted By Doug in NC
I have a 2008 128 convertible with about approx...

I have a 2008 128 convertible with about approx 26k miles. It's my wife's daily driver and its been trouble free. We do have the valve ticking occasionally if the car is started repeatedly and not...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 02-10-2013, 04:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 787
Posted By Doug in NC
My 2011 28i does the same thing. I only...

My 2011 28i does the same thing. I only discovered this a couple of weeks ago. I use the USB cable that came with my iPhone 4S plug it into the USB port in the arm rest and use the mode button on...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 02-10-2013, 04:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 895
Posted By Doug in NC
Get the Xenon lights. They are fantastic.

Get the Xenon lights. They are fantastic.
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 02-08-2013, 07:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 492
Posted By Doug in NC
So far 18,000 miles and no issues. It's actually...

So far 18,000 miles and no issues. It's actually getting better with some miles on it.
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 02-05-2013, 06:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,417
Posted By Doug in NC
Yes, but, if you have programmed the memory...

Yes, but, if you have programmed the memory buttons on the side of the seat, you push your number and the seats and mirrors adjust back to your liking. Next time you lock the door, you are good to...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 02-05-2013, 06:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 554
Posted By Doug in NC
I had a 2003 BMW 530 with leather seats that had...

I had a 2003 BMW 530 with leather seats that had permanent indentions from a car seat. My current 2011 X3 with leather has the indentions in the rear seat cushions from putting the seats back down. ...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 02-05-2013, 05:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 751
Posted By Doug in NC
No electrical issues with my 2011 model

No electrical issues with my 2011 model
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 02-04-2013, 06:09 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,992
Posted By Doug in NC
Our 2008 128i does this if we start it and only...

Our 2008 128i does this if we start it and only let it run a short time, like backing it out of the garage. A quick run down the highway takes care of it. I find a can of gas treatment every 3,000...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 02-03-2013, 04:40 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,417
Posted By Doug in NC
After you get the car the way you want it, did...

After you get the car the way you want it, did you get out and lock the car? There is a setting in iDrive where you can have the settings return to the way they were when the car was locked. To me,...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 01-30-2013, 06:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 890
Posted By Doug in NC
The update I had performed only applied to 2011...

The update I had performed only applied to 2011 and maybe some 2012 models. If yours is a 2013 it has that fix. The hesitation was from a complete stop or slow rolling start. I've never had the...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 01-30-2013, 06:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 890
Posted By Doug in NC
Okay, this latest update is actually a recall for...

Okay, this latest update is actually a recall for the comfort access key. Seems the some vehicles are having issues communicating with the key. I really haven't had that issue, but I've now had the...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 01-28-2013, 06:17 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,811
Posted By Doug in NC
Neither does mine, thankfully.

Neither does mine, thankfully.
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 01-28-2013, 06:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 890
Posted By Doug in NC
Question New Software Update

I made an appointment today to get the oil changed on my 2011 x3 28 and the service writer said there is a software update that needs to be installed. I already got the major update to fix the...
Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 01-27-2013, 05:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 519
Posted By Doug in NC
That's not normal. I have DRL on but the fog...

That's not normal. I have DRL on but the fog lights don't light up unles I use the blinker or turn them on with the fog light switch.
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