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Cheers Stu Thanks for the info. I'm originally from close to that neck of the woods. Driving over to Hull with it is likely to be a challenge as its currently SORN and with the engine running rough I'm reluctant to drive that kind of distance. Reckon I'll have to have it collected and delivered somewhere for diagnosis and repair, which may actually open up places around the Hull area I guess. I'll check them out, with one or two other independents that have been shared from a post i made on the 2 series forum. Thanks again for the reply. Cheers - Paul
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Morning Paul Welcome to the Forum I have no Hybrid experience other than riding in one 😁 Like Manufacturer quoted MPG for Petrol and Diesel models most figures are laboratory maximums (probably with all accessories shut down) and real world driving shows them up. After 3 or 4 years I would expect battery efficiency to have fallen off a little and from what I read most testers have found around 40miles to be a real world optimum. Dave
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Morning Jerry All straight forward stuff, even easier if you have access to a lift. If not the get the car as high as possible and well supported on axel stands. Gearbox I use ZF parts and Longlife fluid last service parts Fluid Filter gaskets etc cost £250 as a kit (Tip make sure you can undo the filler plug first) If your car has Dynamic Drive rear diff it will nave 3 compartments requiring 2 different oils 2 outer chambers use a Carbon Modified SAE 75 80 oil (i buy from BMW it comes in measured .5ltr bottles) the main Diff section uses a standard 75 90 (I use Liquid Moly) same tip make sure you can undo the filler plugs first I know two people who drained the diff and couldn't move the filler plug !! Front Diff Oil and Transfer case fluid I buy from BMW, the transfer case drain plug is a Faff to get to BMW drop the Transfer case support frame, I brought a stubby Hex drive set so I could get at it If you have INPA/ISTA there are Workshop directions and guides Good luck Dave
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Guys My son has an x5 plug in hybrid that says he should be able to do 51 miles on a full charge.but he is only showing 39 miles on a full charge. 2021 model
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Hello all been few years since on here with my x5 4.8is, back now with 2015 f15 30d had for 5years been a great vehicle ,h&r springs on front loweringkit on back front feeling like juddering at low speeds dosent feel tight do I refresh front suspension also I've not changed diff or gearbox oil what's best advice ,I do like to attempt jobs myself cheers j
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Hello all been few years since on here with my x5 4.8is, back now with 2015 f15 30d had for 5years been a great vehicle ,h&r springs on front loweringkit on back front feeling like juddering at low speeds dosent feel tight do I refresh front suspension also I've not changed diff or gearbox oil what's best advice ,I do like to attempt jobs myself cheers j
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Hi Paul Welcome to the Forum You need a good Independent Garage but one with BMW capable diagnostics or a BMW Specialist who will have the kit and knowledge There is a Register of BMW Specialists which you could Google which should give you some local contacts Poor servicing is sadly quite common due to (a) many modern cars can have the service indicator reset without work (b) extended service intervals due to modern oils some up to 30k are just nuts. That means a car with 70k may only have had 2 services ?? The only real evidence is a good old stamped book and a wedge of receipts Hope this helps Dave
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Hi Paul, sorry. Got your name wrong! 😑 welcome and sorry to hear of the issues. surely there are new Indy’s in Leeds with software. if you can get across to hull, there is a good garage called bm tech near the deep. they are good and all ex bmw technicians. im based between hull and York.
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Hi, looking for advice and/or recommendations. I have a 2016 2 Ltr Diesel 2 Series Active Tourer 218d. Bought the car thinking it had a FSH, at 70k miles now got 75k ish. Looks like it hadn't been properly serviced for about 20k miles. After running it for 8 months the engine started to run rough and when my regular garage took a look the filter was on the cusp of falling to bits and the oil thick with not much of it. Up until that point it seemed to run ok. My regular garage don't do engine diagnostics, just regular servicing. It still runs, but rough. Its been suggested that it could be as simple as the timing chain is stretched and thus a replacement and having it timed up could fix it, but it also could be that more damage has been done. I'm struggling to find someone/where to diagnose and repair, I'm based in Leeds. Can anyone share any solid recommendations in the locality that could diagnose and repair? Or maybe I'm better just selling as spares or repair?? Any help greatly appreciated, just want to get it sorted or sold and move on. Cheers - Paul
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Hi Stu Bought the car thinking it had a FSH, at 70k miles now got 75k ish. Looks like it hadn't been properly serviced for about 20k miles. Engine started to run rough and when my regular garage took a look the filter was on the cusp of falling to bits and the oil thick with not much of it. Up until that point it seemed to run ok. It still runs but rough. Its been suggested that it could be as simple as the timing chain is stretched but it also could be that more damage has been done. I'm struggling to find someone/where to diagnose and repair. Or maybe I'm better just selling as spares or repair?? I'm based in Leeds. Will prob post on the appropriate forum for help. Cheers
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Morning Steve Welcome to the Forum I believe there are several Videos on the internet that deal with turning off Comfort Access/Keyless entry Hope this helps Dave
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I have taken delivery of a 2025 X3 m sport can anyone give me an idiots guide on how to switch off keyless keyless entry, thanks
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Yeahhhhhh….. that’s bust! good effort! hopefully the new setup will see you through the flood !
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Welcome Jack. im from Yorkshire too. where about? what’s the story ? stu
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Hi I'm Paul, based in Yorkshire, current BMW is a 2 Series Active Tourer. Not had the best experience with it and will be hoping to get some help and guidance in the future which may help others in the longer term. Regular bloke, family man, trying to make ends meet. Cheers
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Well when the bag went boom it really did go BOOM Both sides changed sensors changed solenoid vale changed then the monsoon arrived 🤣 knew I should have done it in the garage Still just got to fire up ISTA tomorrow and register the new sensors and calibrate the suspension ride height
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Putting the boxes in the garage and visiting Wetherspoons? …. Then using it as an excuse to miss the family event? …. No? Just me then! Haha
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Morning Update 2 All Parts are here Solenoid Valve, Air Bags, and Ride Height sensors so 3 guess's what I will be doing today 😅 Dave
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Request: Photos of BMW iX3 / X3 Trunk Seal (Tailgate Rubber
Steve replied to hwnam's topic in BMW X3 Series Forum
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Morning Welcome to the Forum Are you wanting to upgrade all 4 callipers or just the fronts ? Is the reason for upgrade performance related or for show ? Upgrading Callipers, first check what brake disc sizes are standard on your car as you may need to consider Disc's and Callipers together. If replacing Discs and Callipers make sure you have clearance in the wheel to clear your new brakes so you may also need Wheels/Tyres you can check www.realoem.com for what original equipment is on your car and what was available for say M Sport or M series cars Dave
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Morning, Update 1 Lots of digging both ride height sensors test out correctly compressor is fine the only thing in my digging testing head scratching and reading is the Solenoid Valve on the compressor. Although the solenoid valve tests OK my conclusion is one side has been sticking and not allowing the lowering/levelling function. Course of action now is 2 new air springs 2 new ride height sensors and a new solenoid valve block, once fitted inflated leak tested and calibrated things should be good again Dave
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안녕하세요 여러분, 최근에 BMW iX3의 트렁크 씰 부분 주변에 틈/정렬 불량이 있는 것을 발견했는데 다른 소유자의 차량과 비교하고 싶습니다. 👉 누구든지 트렁크/테일게이트 씰과 트림 영역(특히 하단 가장자리 및 측면 근처)의 클로즈업 사진을 친절하게 공유할 수 있습니까? 특히 관심 있는 분야는 다음과 같습니다. 고무 씰 정렬 트림 피스가 몸에 닿는 방식 씰과 본체 사이의 틈이나 눈에 보이는 공간 이렇게 하면 내가 보고 있는 것이 정상인지 또는 딜러에게 가져와야 하는지 확인하는 데 도움이 될 것입니다. 미리 감사드립니다!
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BMW 1 series just started to lose acceleration
Greydog replied to Germaine's topic in BMW 1 Series Forum
Morning Germaine Welcome to the Forum Your post raises more questions than advice I am afraid 1. How many miles has the car covered 2. What type of journeys short local less than 5 miles or Motorway 3. When was the car last serviced ? Then we may have some clues to help you Dave -
Sounds like the sensor is giving false information… not showing a fault, just wrong data. change the sensors as well as the airbags. have a good week mate.. that will keep you busy!
