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As the newer petrol models have a similar exhaust filter ?? Not read anything about the newer Petrols yet so can't comment My 3.0d X5 has a DPF and my mileage is below 5k these days but at least once a month it gets a good work out at motorway speeds which so far is keeping it clear So difficult choice more MPG against the possibility of lower maintenance Dave

I would say you need to check/change the water control vale and properly bleed the system Dave

I take it you have checked www.realoem.com for any clues ? If you have INPA/ISTA check TIS as that should give you BMW workshop information. Dave

Morning Antony Welcome to the Forum As your car is normally aspirated I would say between 8% and 10% so if your engine is in good condition it should be giving around 330bhp so a re-map will give around 360bhp max. If your looking for more then you will need to spend quite a bit more on mechanical upgrades Dave

Morning Getting there now, check www.realoem.com put the last 7 digits of your Vin number into the search box it will call up your model then check the roof and trim sections for what you need, don't forget any clips and fasteners The small exploded drawings should help identify how things go together. As for sources once you have the Part Numbers BMW Dealers then the internet just google the Part numbers Good Hunting Dave

Hi Adam Welcome to the Forum Check www.pelicanparts.com it is an American site but great how too's with pictures look in their Articles section Dave

Hi Paul It could be failed Glow Plugs or Glow Plug Controller A diagnostic scan will confirm Dave

Hi Welcome to the Forum Time to get a diagnostic scan done Dave

Hi Joseph Don't dismiss fuses there are several controlling the windows If however the fuses are OK ten it could be either the Drivers door switch block or the mechanism Time for some testing Dave

Morning Chris Welcome to the Forum Not sure about your issue here ? Normally the Oil Filler neck has a couple of slots and the Cap has a couple of Tangs that fit the slots and a seal around it's edge twisting the cap pulls the seal tight making an airtight seal. So do you have a damaged oil filler cap or a damaged filler pipe if it is the oil filler pipe I would question how it happened. My guess would be the rocker cover was dropped. Changing the cap simple, the oil filler pipe will require some stripping off the acoustic covers the pipe is held in place by 2 torx screws I believe so a job that is time consuming rather than difficult. Sorry not aware of any videos or tutorials Dave

Everyday is a school day 😂 Spoke to one of the guys who fitted the same parts he noticed a gap and super glued a rubber flap to cover the gap (he cut it from an old cycle inner tube) His have been in place for almost 18months now with no issues, so I guess it is how often you take them on/off and how careful you are. Glad you had no issues Dave

Welcome to the Forum Charlie Dave

Into the tyre store today where I keep the Winter wheel/tyre set (sounds better than the Shed at the end of the Garden 😅) I realised I still have the spare wheel/tyre for my very first X5 a 2002 car 17"with a Michelin tyre never used or carried as the car was fitted with LPG. It has just sat at the back of the shed. The tyre is still fully inflated and in perfect condition so it confirms the recent compound changes are designed for the benefit of the tyre companies not us. Dave

A £1000 pounds for an EGR 🤣😅🤣 should be more like £80 for a new one with a warranty from one of the Automotive Factors + 2hrs to fit Brave to take on a project like that when you are relying on others to fix it Good Luck your almost there Dave

You could change the headunit for an Android unit they are simple to fit (really Plug and Play) they will give a wide range of choices for programs and Apps all easy to update. It still retains the BMW CiC functions allowing you to switch between the 2. I have an Android unit in my E70 I use Android Auto in the car plus Tom Tom Nav much easier to update than BMW's system, if our daughter borrows it when they are visiting she use's Carplay with her iPhone Do a search cost would be about £400 I would think Dave

Well seems your getting there £250 seems a good price for the drive shafts, personally I would replace the EGR valve but the choice is yours Dave

Morning Omer Welcome to the Forum Check Stu's post on Keys and registration Can you get into the car at all? There should be an emergency release in the boot if you can either drop the seat back or have a ski hatch behind the centre arm rest Last don't know why but your post is in the Classic section and should be in the 5 series section If you cant sort it you need the help of someone who really knows how to use ISTA/INPA a BMW Specialist or a BMW Dealer be warned they will not be cheap Dave

Morning Aaron If I recall the IBS sensor on your car is part of the Battery Negative lead not sure if it can be repaired or if it's simpler to just fit a new one You softy 3 deg isn't cold -3 deg is cold - 5 deg very cold 😅 Dave

I know of 2 people who have brought from Ebay and all fitted OK though I have no idea if it was the same supplier Dave

Morning Peggy Welcome to the Forum 🤣🤣🤣 BMW Dealers have a twisted sense of humour don't they 🤣 Then they will tell you you should have a pair Take a look at www.realoem.com it is a BMW online parts list (same as the Dealers use) put the last 7 digits of your Vin number into the search box it will call up your model search the Light section for the part number for the Headlamp. Once you have it carry out an internet search you should find a replacement for about £200 upwards depending on source, any sensible home mechanic will be capable of changing them over Dave

Morning Aaron Check www.realoem.com put the last 7 digits of your Vin into the search box it will bring up your model. Then check the sections for what you need Dave

Morning Rudy Another thought in the UK there is an online list of BMW Dismantlers I have used Quarry Motors in Sheffield UK several times maybe an email exchange may help If you end up changing the LCM/FCM you may get a tamper dot against mileage don't worry it is a fairly simple fix Dave

Morning Robin Start with the basics check for any air/vacuum leaks check all engine bay connectors and looms are in good order. Make sure the battery is in good condition and fully charged. You have a Diagnostic tool now is your chance to learn how to use it, Use the internet to decipher Fault codes then apply some logic and you will get there Dave

Morning Steve There is a register of BMW Specialists you can find online so you should have one not to far away (Note doesn't mean they are not as anal as some dealers) The job is within the scope of any reasonable mechanic but is much easier with a ramp to use Good Luck with the hunt Dave

Morning Rudy Welcome to the Forum Not sure where you are in the world, if you are in the UK there are several repairers Try ECU Testing in Nottingham or Cartronix both have Websites Good luck Dave