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Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 05-06-2011, 03:51 AM

Replies: 72 Attitude Check Views: 4,839 Posted By HT417 Along with ard's reply... :stupid::beerchug: Well... Along with ard's reply... :stupid::beerchug: Well said. Edit: ($hit [smacks self on forehead] - maybe I should've read the whole thread first. Then I'd realize the party's already over. Jeez.)

Forum: X3 E83 (2004 - 2010) 03-02-2011, 01:06 AM

Replies: 26 DEAD Battery x2 Views: 2,156 Posted By HT417 No HP gains or improved mileage?? Sounds... No HP gains or improved mileage?? Sounds like something's malfunctioning...:)

Forum: X3 E83 (2004 - 2010) 03-01-2011, 06:18 AM

Replies: 26 DEAD Battery x2 Views: 2,156 Posted By HT417 I suspected that might be the problem. ... I suspected that might be the problem. Interesting to hear, that contrary to what my colleague was told, the vehicle functions just fine without the module connected.

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 02-22-2011, 09:53 AM

Replies: 11 moving from Europe to US - purchase of new X5 / questions Views: 1,767 Posted By HT417 I'm not an electronics technician but when I use... I'm not an electronics technician but when I use the term "pin-out" I'm talking about a location, usually in a socket and plug configuration, where electrical signals are measured or transferred. As...

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 02-22-2011, 08:28 AM

Replies: 11 moving from Europe to US - purchase of new X5 / questions Views: 1,767 Posted By HT417 It could also be an issue of cannabalizing local... It could also be an issue of cannabalizing local sales. Especially with the weak dollar. But, the issues with the airbags are a definite safety fact when converting to German spec.

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 02-21-2011, 12:17 PM

Replies: 11 moving from Europe to US - purchase of new X5 / questions Views: 1,767 Posted By HT417 As I understand it, BMW will no longer convert... As I understand it, BMW will no longer convert them because some of the wiring pin-outs are different and could interfere with the proper functioning of some of the airbags. And, since they won't...

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 02-21-2011, 07:43 AM

Replies: 11 moving from Europe to US - purchase of new X5 / questions Views: 1,767 Posted By HT417 Hi kanar - Welcome to the 'Fest! The biggest... Hi kanar - Welcome to the 'Fest! The biggest problem I see is that you may not be able to register that US spec vehicle in Europe when you get back. I don't know about the other countries but,...

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 02-16-2011, 11:51 PM

Replies: 13 X5 won't start Views: 3,556 Posted By HT417 Granted there's a lot more electronics on cars... Granted there's a lot more electronics on cars these days but, they also have fail safe mechanisms built in to prevent draining the battery to the point where you can no longer start the vehicle. A...

Forum: X3 E83 (2004 - 2010) 02-16-2011, 07:42 AM

Replies: 26 DEAD Battery x2 Views: 2,156 Posted By HT417 OK.. I misread it. I completely understand now. ... OK.. I misread it. I completely understand now. Hate to say it but it almost looks like your new phone is the problem if the old one worked fine. Deleting all pairing and phone books on the vehicle...

Forum: X3 E83 (2004 - 2010) 02-16-2011, 12:45 AM

Replies: 26 DEAD Battery x2 Views: 2,156 Posted By HT417 Got it. So your phone is definitely no longer... Got it. So your phone is definitely no longer paired once you turn the key off. The Bluetooth/BMW Assist modules being defective are the most common causes I remember reading about.

Forum: X3 E83 (2004 - 2010) 02-15-2011, 09:35 PM

Replies: 26 DEAD Battery x2 Views: 2,156 Posted By HT417 From my experience, the Bluetooth symbol always... From my experience, the Bluetooth symbol always stays on and doesn't necessarily mean it's paired to anything at the moment. I get a slightly different symbol when it is. Disconnecting and...

Forum: X3 E83 (2004 - 2010) 02-15-2011, 12:16 PM

Replies: 26 DEAD Battery x2 Views: 2,156 Posted By HT417 If you're still under warranty I'd have them... If you're still under warranty I'd have them check it for parasitic drain with a focus on the TCM, telecommunications module. A colleague suddenly starting having his battery die every couple of...

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 02-15-2011, 10:13 AM

Replies: 11 Importing a US spec X5 xdrive 35d to Germany Views: 2,412 Posted By HT417 I believe everything you've stated previously is... I believe everything you've stated previously is correct but, in your case, there's only one thing that you really need to answer: Are you entitled to logistical support under the NATO Status of...

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 02-15-2011, 09:21 AM

Replies: 13 X5 won't start Views: 3,556 Posted By HT417 If true, that's incredibly pathetic. But, I... If true, that's incredibly pathetic. But, I don't think it is(normal). If you start to run into those issues I'll bet it has to do with abnormal parasitic current drain that needs to be diagnosed...

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 01-03-2011, 07:07 AM

Replies: 14 Trading in without RFTs... anyone had a problem with this? Views: 1,217 Posted By HT417 ard - thanks for all your effort and detailed... ard - thanks for all your effort and detailed explanation; enlightening as always! :bow::bow: Yes, the rotational mismatch caused by different tire ODs. hence differing rotational rates per mile,...

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 01-02-2011, 01:29 PM

Replies: 14 Trading in without RFTs... anyone had a problem with this? Views: 1,217 Posted By HT417 ard - you're starring down conventional wisdom... ard - you're starring down conventional wisdom that's procreating throughout the forums and it never made sense to me either considering that a transfer case has friction plates that should allow...

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 01-02-2011, 11:44 AM

Replies: 14 Trading in without RFTs... anyone had a problem with this? Views: 1,217 Posted By HT417 If you do this, bear in mind that AWD transfer... If you do this, bear in mind that AWD transfer cases, any car brand, seem to be very preferential to having all tires possess the same outside diameter and may produce noise or other abnormal...

Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 12-20-2010, 09:55 PM

Replies: 30 Stripper X5 or Nicely equipped X3? Views: 3,966 Posted By HT417 I'm with AnonCA on this. Why not consider a used... I'm with AnonCA on this. Why not consider a used X5? You'll save the depreciation, get more bang for your buck, and still have some warranty left.

Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 12-20-2010, 09:48 PM

Replies: 16 Just test drove the X3 28i Views: 4,221 Posted By HT417 Apologies to the OP if I'm getting too far... Apologies to the OP if I'm getting too far sideways with this but, since green slime's been mentioned, I'm wondering about the consequences of its use. 1. Does it have to be cleaned back off of...

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 12-16-2010, 10:42 AM

Replies: 9 BMW Recalling 20,800 MY 2008 X5 Sports Activity Vehicles Views: 2,934 Posted By HT417 Yeah, but there must be something different. ... Yeah, but there must be something different. Either the pump's different or the X5s received a bad batch.

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 12-14-2010, 09:51 PM

Replies: 9 BMW Recalling 20,800 MY 2008 X5 Sports Activity Vehicles Views: 2,934 Posted By HT417 Why not just call the local dealership and give... Why not just call the local dealership and give them your VIN to check?

Forum: X3 F25 (2011 - current) 12-06-2010, 09:20 PM

Replies: 30 2011 X3 vs X5 interior dimensions Views: 13,576 Posted By HT417 Unless you're looking for 7 seats and want to... Unless you're looking for 7 seats and want to stay with BMW.

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 12-01-2010, 08:55 AM

Replies: 18 Software update for non-diesel engines Views: 1,507 Posted By HT417 Agreed that they are very useful in limited... Agreed that they are very useful in limited visibility. And, with a very short term activation, they also work great at reminding drivers behind you of the correct following distance. :angel: I...

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 11-29-2010, 09:43 AM

Replies: 18 Software update for non-diesel engines Views: 1,507 Posted By HT417 Actually no. We register our cars in the DOD... Actually no. We register our cars in the DOD system here as long as you have logistical support. So, no special compliance required except for meeting basic host nation safety standards for vehicle...

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 11-28-2010, 09:32 AM

Replies: 18 Software update for non-diesel engines Views: 1,507 Posted By HT417 Yeah, I would have gladly paid them to do it. ... Yeah, I would have gladly paid them to do it. Now I either have to do it myself or find an indy. As I understand it, starting in '07 they removed the diff drain plug so now all that's left is a...

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