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Morning Jim Yes they do but BMW call it a Cargo Partition Net (or some thing similar) Check www.realoem.com it's and online parts list put the last 7 digits of your Vin into search box it will bring up your model then search Dave

Morning John Certainly make it easier mounting the wheels with studs. One word of caution make sure the new wheels are from a known source/manufacturer there have been many cases of after market wheels cracking. Also while some larger sizes look better and fill the arches 21" and 22" rims do tend to restrict the tyres choices Enjoy your Beemer Dave

Hi Ben Welcome to the Forum As with any car the normal checks are paramount, plus make sure everything works there are no "easy fixes" if there were it wouldn't need doing or the seller could do it before sale? So push every button operate every switch make sure if it's fitted it works. Engine wise there were some well documented issues with the 2.0 diesel engines timing chains the thinking was that the extended service intervals didn't help. The 6 cylinder engines are a very different story 2.5 and 3.0 diesels are tough as a tough thing and very tune able. Gearboxes still need servicing and around 150k I would expect it to be approaching it's second service, I would look for evidence it's been done. If it were me I would look for a 2.5/3.0d Touring solid work horse and great fun when you want it. Dave

Hi Joe What is the fault message bottom of the dash between the 2 arrows? Is it related ? Brake pad wear sensor wire unplugged ? Dave

Hi Robert What tyres are you running some are noisier than others Dave

Hi Rob Check out Dynavin UK I put a Dynavin unit into my 4.4 when I had it and got it talking to the car and retaining all the OBC stuff that was 10 years ago the new units are streets ahead with all the "bells and whistles" I am told Apart from running the 5m extension from the boot it was plug and play looked OEM and out performed all the BMW tech that was fitted. I sold all the BMW stuff on the Bay and recovered the cost of the Dynavin unit They were very helpful on the phone when I was fitting it, I would give them a call Dave

Whoop Whoop Stu Don't get carried away now, but at least after the clocks have gone back you will be allowed out after 4.0 pm without the white stick. Check the part numbers on the replacement units are the bulbs halogen or HID? The standard HID units are good if they are Halogen then LED lamps should be a straight swap and not wallet busters Dave

Morning Ian Mine is an E53 not E70 so slightly different but I know the E53 have an inner and outer housing which clip into place the sensor is push and twist then the plug. The E70 looks as though its flush to the bumper so I assume there is just an internal bracket that holds the sensor it will be a bayonet type push and twist Have you checked www.realoem.com there are exploded drawings that should help Have you checked You Tube for help? Dave

Morning Joe BRAKE WARNING lamp ! Check brake fluid level Obvious things to check Handbrake, is it partially on? Does the lamp go out if the engine is started ? What is the warning between the 2 arrows bottom of the dash ? If the Brake fluid is low you have a leak somewhere get it sorted quickly Dave

Morning William As far as I am aware (but then I am an old bloke !!) there are only 2 shock absorber types Sport and Standard, Sachs were the OEM supplier As the shocks control bump and rebound I can see that they may be common across the range. It would make sense that the spring rates would be different due to the different weight of the engine. The anti roll bar is probably different between standard and sport suspension.as well. Have you checked www.realoem.com ? Put the last 7 digits of your Vin into the search box it will bring up your model Hope that I haven't confused things more Dave

Afternoon Ian Welcome to the Forum First look at www.realoem.com put the last 7 digits of your Vin into the search box and it will call up your Model. Then look at the PDC section and note the part numbers so you know your getting the right replacements. The sensors you can reach from below the bumper at the rear (front is more of a faf) Remove the plug twist and pull. Good Luck Dave

Come on Richard with 300+ hp and a strut brace you are to busy holding on to worry about the heater 🤣🤣

Morning Men Welcome Jeff The Sensor are wired like "Fairy Lights" in series if one fails none work !! The system is simple but can be a pain to diagnose 1. Do you have front and rear sensors or just rear? 2. In the Boot between the battery and the rear of the spare wheel well is the control unit. on the top are 3 plug positions. (1) front sensors (2) rear sensors (3) tow pack (disconnects the rear sensors if the trailer electrics are plugged in) If you don't have diagnostics then sensors will click if working so "ear close to sensor" with reverse selected ignition on (don't leave it on to long or dead battery) Change the non-clicking sensors. If no sensors click check the wiring for breaks if no breaks look at the controller if water has got into the battery area it can suffer water damage. Check www.realoem.com put the last 7 digits of your Vin into the search box and it will bring up your model then get the part numbers you need. Search the well known Auction sites for replacement parts with the correct part numbers. Providing the wiring is OK the rest is plug and play The BMW fail safe is a "Thud" when your to close 😁 Good Luck Dave

Morning Edgar I am not sure but I don't think Bulb failure is included under the warranty. Normally they would be seen as a service item like Brake Pads, washer fluid, tyres, etc.I would check the lamps myself just to be sure of the issue. Your Handbook should show you how If you have the LED headlamps? As they are (a) expensive and (b) are supposed to have a very long service life. So I am uncertain whether they are covered.by your Warranty check it, Warranty is normally parts and labour in case of failure mechanical/electrical items. If they are covered then put pressure on the Dealer. If you haven't already write (Email) to the Dealer explain the sequence of events Dealer carries out fault repair, lamp warning appears followed by lamp failure, ask why that would happen? Dave

Morning Edgar First has there been any work done on the car recently? Has anyone altered settings in the in the onboard computer? Has anyone checked the lamps and connections, are they Halogen or Adaptive LED? If they are Halogen the bulbs may simply have failed. I would not expect LED lamps to fail at 3 years, the lights would have to be on 24/7 for the service life to be reached. Have you spoken to the BMW Dealer? Dave

Welcome Edgar Not sure what we are looking at here ?? It looks as though DRL is on, Halo's are on, Dipped Beam is on ? So is it main beam that is your issue (the inner lamp) if that doesn't work when main beam is selected then my first place to check would be the lamp (bulb) Is it just one side? Or both ? Are you getting Bulb Failure warnings at start up? Dave

Hi Joe Mine had a full Dealer service history and hadn't been touched !! So don't hold your breath, had mine serviced by ZF not expensive as they serviced the valve body as well. Check the connection plug body the seal can leak, Dave

Morning Joe Welcome to the Forum They call it the "lurch" The poor old gearbox (manual and Auto) is often overlooked when service comes around BMW in their wisdom claimed "sealed for life" what they really meant was "life" was the end of their Warranty period?? Hey ho they are not alone.many other manufacturers are the same ZF who make your box recommend service every 60 to 80k/kilometers it is a DIY proposition or your local Independent (just make sure they use ZF longlife fluid) or as I do a ZF auto transmission specialist. Cost is similar to an oil service plus the ZF specialist will have any software upgrades. So check the history to see if the box has ever had a service and get it done (or DIY) Enjoy your X5 Dave

Morning Dan In terms of understanding your car, having the right tools and diagnostic equipment obviously the Main Dealer will always be ahead of an Independent Garage, however there is a Register of BMW Specialists across the UK that may be worth exploring as well many have dealer level equipment all are ex BMW tech's The big difference will be in cost, the Main Dealer will have much higher overheads which of course leads to higher hourly rates my local Main Dealer is just over £200/phr my local BMW Specialist £70/phr my local Independent Garage £60/phr neither have large show rooms to support or high numbers of staff though. If you have a good deal with your local Main Dealer use it while it's competitive I have in the past also used the Indy costs as a stick to beat them with. For me my BMW Specialist wins hands down all ways friendly always helpful and willing to share knowledge and cost is reasonable. Good Luck enjoy your BMW Dave

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Morning Lauren Private or Garage sale ? If a garage tell them to fix it as you just brought it. If private you are pretty much on your own I am afraid. Reversing lamps and rear wiper are in the tailgate/bootlid so obvious place to start is the fuses then the bulbs don't forget the bulb holders as they can corrode and may need cleaning. With a multimeter check that there is power to the wiper motor connector and the lamps, if there is power then check the motor for continuity. No power check the loom where it goes from boot lid to body they can suffer breaks. Parking sensors are in the rear bumper (also front bumper if you have front/rear system) if one sensor fails the system doesn't work. You can listen (ear close to) each sensor if it clicks its OK if not it needs changing, if none click check the control unit. A diagnostic scan will help you a great deal just make sure it is done by someone who has a BMW specific diagnostic program as it will pinpoint issues.more accurately. Good Luck Dave

Morning Perry No apology needed just happy your back up and running Dave

Welcome Home Richard

Morning Tony Have you checked U tube for a "how To" video ? That may help. Are there any settings in the "I drive" that will help? With my "old" (like me) X5 the Climate Control is set on 20 c Auto all year round, my wife sometimes fiddles with her side but then her Subaru is like an oven. Dave

Lucky boy !! Don't forget the well known auction sites they come up trumps some times