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Well that makes sense we live and learn, me I spent ages looking for an X5 "without" a sun roof because of known issues so it is only windows and locking on mine Happy Christmas Dave

That could make it hard to find in the snow !!!😁

Morning Martin I take it you have checked fuel pumps are operating, fuel pump relay is OK? When was the Fuel filter last changed? I think you should also have a charge air pressure sensor in the inlet manifold. I don't know what reader your friend used but if it wasn't BMW specific it may not see some of the many control units Dave

Get a copy of BMW 1.4.0 and run a diagnostic check your self you will be able to cycle the ABS and test it yourself steering angle sensor/ABS (they are linked) are both low battery symptoms as well so start there. Good Luck Dave

If it opens it it doesn't make sense it won't close it. Bit like opening all the windows on my X5 by holding the open button and closing them if you hold the lock button. Surly yours should work the same way. Google may know more Dave

Morning Vincent Welcome to the Forum My first port of call would be Battery, BMW's are power hungry at start up all the systems are self checking and then a big draw to start. If your battery isnt tip top then trans fail safe is often the first indication. How old is the battery? Is it charging correctly? Nothing causing a power drain? I would fully charge the battery and get it tested. Happy Christmas Dave

Well laid out case Richard and under the circumstances a very reasonable cost Lets hope they see sense and settle before costs are involved Happy Christmas Dave

Morning Shane Welcome to the Forum Are there not choices in settings for Full Screen or Half Screen? As for Navigation if it is asking for the DVD then either the wrong disc is in there or no Disc, check your hand book for loading instructions would be my advice. Bluetooth again check your handbook for pairing instructions also the bluetooth units only allow pairing with I believe 4 phones so it's memory may be full clear it and you should be OK. Happy Christmas Dave

Here's to a Very Happy Christmas and a Peaceful and Prosperous New year to everyone Dave

If your upgrading take a look at Dynavin I had one of their units in my 4.4 the new N6 and N7 I am told also retain all the OBC functions Dave

Yup we use the Toll M42 can be sticky though so sometimes I take M42 West to the M5 North off at the first exit then cross country Kidderminster then the 449 straight up doesn't seem to make much time difference but at least we are moving.

Thers only one seasonal response to that Upt, Ho Ho Ho

Hi Richard Gary has the the normally aspirated 2.5 petrol which standard will give about 190 bhp as standard, after a map upgrade it should be around 200/210 with intake and exhaust maybe 250, there are several companies who can remap his car I have used these guys in the past http://www.remapscience.co.uk/bmw_ecu_remapping.html Whereas your beast started life with a couple of fat turbo's to help it breath !!! 380+ bhp must give 800+ maybe 900 Nm of torque in a tennis shoe size car hells teeth that's got to be awesome mid range. My X5 after it's engine rebuild showed 320 whp on the dyno with around 600 Nm 0 to 60 just over 5 sec, pretty good for a fat 2.5 ton 4x4, but just not in the same league as your pocket rocket. ENJOY Dave

Volvo V70's used to have an issue similar it was a top engine steady that used to fail strangely the noise/thud used to sound as though it was low down. I don't know if this is any use but as Richard says long shot. Dave

If I recall there is an Electric Idle valve on the carb has this been rebuilt? From memory there was a diaphragm that used to need replacing when the idle went wonky. Hope this helps Dave

Hi Paul My X5 is so old comfort access was remote unlocking 😄 I would suspect the door handle is the culprit so yes a second hand or new handle maybe the answer. I would look at www.newtis.info it is a BMW technical information site (Dealers use this information) there may be some clues/help there. If buying secondhand or new use www.realoem.com to make sure you have the correct part number so you know it will fit, put the last 7 digits of your Vin number in the search box it will bring up your model. Good Luck Dave

Morning Gary Welcome to the Forum Very nice looking Beemer Engine upgrades are a simple question of how much do you want to spend? 1. An ECU remap easiest and possibly least expensive, this should get you around 10% increase in power on a normally aspirated engine. 2. Above with Intake modifications (Ideally this is done before the remap to get the best result) small power increase. 3. Exhaust upgrade combined with the above you will sound like you have a big increase but in real terms the power difference is small 4. Engine upgrade, to say the 335i but you will also need the ECU and all ancillaries but with an ECU upgrade will give almost double what you have now. Down side now you will be having to spend on better brakes etc. So how deep is your wallet or how much can you do your self? My personal choice would be an ECU upgrade and keep it as is which will protect it's resale value. ENJOY Dave

Hi Paul Technology is a wonderful thing, when it is working How to disable Comfort Access What if your BMW has Comfort Access, but you aren't interested in using it? Well, BMW doesn't really give you the option to deactivate Comfort Access — not without having a third party make substantial modifications to your vehicle, at least. The most common reservation people have about Comfort Access is around security. Smart key systems from all car manufacturers have been blamed for facilitating theft, letting criminals access your car without needing immediate physical access to your key. To understand how it all works, it's necessary to understand how Comfort Access works. Basically, your BMW remote key fob broadcasts a low-power signal with an identification key, which can be read by your vehicle from up to 5ft away. If your BMW reads a fob broadcasting a valid identification key, the doors can be unlocked. To improve security, the identification key broadcast changes regularly in a way that is unpredictable without understanding the underlying encryption, making it effectively impossible to crack the system. However, if a criminal can get close enough to your key to be within the 5ft range of the signal — for example, if you keep your fob near your front door — they may be able to use a signal amplification device to broadcast the identification key from your fob much further than the safe 5ft, potentially making it possible to unlock a vehicle parked on your driveway. The security built into Comfort Access is powerless to prevent this kind of abuse. Some manufacturers, including BMW, have begun designing keys that shut off when left motionless, meaning a fob left on the side overnight won't be a security risk. Third-party companies also offer Faraday cases for fobs that block the signal, which can be left on permanently or only used as storage. With no signal coming from the fob, thieves won't be able to exploit your Comfort Access system, making it as safe and secure as a traditional key. My brother inlaw had this after asking a similar question about his 5 series "Sat Nav I thought was straight forward (well his is) just insert the maps on a pen drive in the glove box then enter the code and load Dave

Morning Roy Welcome to the Forum Have you tried BMW? Your local Dealer should be able to help, they will need the V5 as proof of ownership then they should be able to supply new keys. Dave

Hi Neo Welcome to the forum Use www.realoem.com go to the classic section then search for the parts you need, this will give you the BMW part numbers you need then google is your friend search for a supplier new or used. Good Luck Dave

Hi Mike The BMW ULF (Bluetooth) units were not the greatest but most work OK I do know a few struggled with later I phones, remember that if the ULF memory is full you can't pair any more phones so it may be worth clearing the memory down and trying again. Use www.realoem.com again last 7 digits of your vin in the search box and it will have a complete list of parts fitted to your model plus options. So if you do go the retrofit route you know you have the correct parts. Good Luck Dave

Try looking at www.mdecoder.com put the last 7 digits of your vin number in the search box and it will bring up the build sheet for your car Dont despair if it hasnt most of the wiring will be there so it should be a fairly simple retro fit or Parrot system Dave

Welcome to the Forum Mike Here's to smiles of motoring Dave

Glad your back in your car Richard Just hope common sense prevails now and you get a sensible result that takes into consideration the disruption and distress that a situation like this causes. Fingers Crossed Dave