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by khuram-23
Sun Dec 01, 2019 7:30 pm
Forum: Problems (E70 2nd-gen, 2007-2013)
Topic: iDrive flickering when car is not started
Replies: 0
Views: 1627

iDrive flickering when car is not started

Hi guys, Anyone experience anything similar? Got my idrive flickering when the car is not started but as soon as i start it it is perfectly fine until i then flick the window switch or something and then it flickers when i toggle the button. I am thinking its a power issue somewhere rather than the ...
by khuram-23
Sun Dec 01, 2019 7:21 pm
Forum: How-To
Topic: How to remove rear vent unit
Replies: 2
Views: 9814

Re: How to remove rear vent unit

Thanks man, got it out today when i got time and used the manual online and was able to do it, not as bad as it thought to be honest.
by khuram-23
Sun Nov 17, 2019 11:24 pm
Forum: How-To
Topic: How to remove rear vent unit
Replies: 2
Views: 9814

How to remove rear vent unit

Hi All,

I am looking to replace the center rear heating vent unit (kids have kicked it or something and pushed it in) this is what it looks like and i have just bought a replacement but wondering how it comes out if anyone knows?
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thanks
by khuram-23
Mon Dec 31, 2018 12:05 am
Forum: Problems (E70 2nd-gen, 2007-2013)
Topic: Alternator/Pulley Issues
Replies: 1
Views: 1154

Alternator/Pulley Issues

Hi Guys, Haven't had many issues since changing up to an E70 3.0d but the other day i got a Charging fault error with the red battery sign, whirring and squealing noise and then a strong burning smell came into the cabin and outside from the engine bay it was quite strong. On a multi meter when car ...
by khuram-23
Tue Sep 19, 2017 12:02 am
Forum: Buy and sell
Topic: Bridgestone Dueler 315/35 R20 RFT
Replies: 2
Views: 1285

Re: Bridgestone Dueler 315/35 R20 RFT

Hi, can you pm your location for collection and a last price you would take? Also incase you are too far away can you include the postag cost if you know what it would be? thanks
by khuram-23
Sun Feb 05, 2017 12:39 am
Forum: Buy and sell
Topic: WANTED BMW X5 E70 7 SEATER
Replies: 1
Views: 1071

WANTED BMW X5 E70 7 SEATER

Hi guys,

I am looking to get an x5 again as an extra car but think an e70 this time as I want to have something alongside the S3 for the family. If anyone has anything with under 100k mileage, 7 seats and close to Hertfordshire, please let me know.

Thanks,

Khuram
by khuram-23
Thu Jan 14, 2016 3:39 pm
Forum: Buy and sell
Topic: BMW X5 3.0d Sport FOR SALE **NOW SOLD**
Replies: 4
Views: 2492

Re: BMW X5 3.0d Sport FOR SALE **NOW SOLD**

Car is now sold.
by khuram-23
Sat Jan 02, 2016 7:46 pm
Forum: Buy and sell
Topic: BMW X5 3.0d Sport FOR SALE **NOW SOLD**
Replies: 4
Views: 2492

Re: BMW X5 3.0d Sport FOR SALE **Price Reduced**

**BUMP**

Price Reduced to £7850 for forum members up for £7950 elsewhere. Looking for a genuine buyer so if you are serious ANY offers will be considered.

Thanks
by khuram-23
Tue Dec 29, 2015 12:01 pm
Forum: Buy and sell
Topic: ***WANTED*** Facelift E53 X5 or E70 ***WANTED***
Replies: 12
Views: 3687

Re: ***WANTED*** Facelift E53 X5

Hi Mate,

Sent you a PM.

Thanks,

K
by khuram-23
Thu Dec 10, 2015 4:10 pm
Forum: Buy and sell
Topic: BMW X5 3.0d Sport FOR SALE **NOW SOLD**
Replies: 4
Views: 2492

BMW X5 3.0d Sport FOR SALE **NOW SOLD**

Hi Guys, I am putting my car up for sale after 3 great trouble free years of ownership. I will start with a bit of history; i purchased it in Nov 2012 from a small trader that specialised in 4x4 car sales. It has 2 previous owners and a full service history with all BMW stamps by first owner, two ...
by khuram-23
Wed Nov 18, 2015 11:02 pm
Forum: Buy and sell
Topic: Some E53 and general BMW items to clear from garage cupboards
Replies: 7
Views: 2628

Re: Some E53 and general BMW items to clear from garage cupboards

Hi Mate,

Might be interested in the switch panel, i actually only need two buttons to replace on mine if you want to sell them separately or if not can you give me a price for the whole panel?

Thanks

K
by khuram-23
Mon Apr 20, 2015 11:24 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: 3.0d owners.... fuel economy.
Replies: 19
Views: 11953

Re: 3.0d owners.... fuel economy.

Hi mate, Depending on how you drive it will vary obviously. when i drive it hard i get probs 15-20mpg. that is around town short runs etc. i did a long run of about 35 miles last week and drove economically dual carriageway mainly and the computer said i averaged 36mpg. So really varies on your ...
by khuram-23
Wed Feb 11, 2015 1:37 am
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: BMW OEM AV Cable Issue
Replies: 1
Views: 1073

Re: BMW OEM AV Cable Issue

would really appreciate any help on this as the cable seems to be fine after checkng with a multimeter but only explanantion seems to be that it is faulty as without it plugged in the nav screen is fine.

Any ideas on what it could be?
by khuram-23
Mon Feb 09, 2015 4:24 pm
Forum: Problems (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: fuel injection warning
Replies: 12
Views: 5514

Re: fuel injection warning

Agree with 'Sprintman' i had the same issue and i left it as it came on every now and then. Them it got worse and the car would randomly jolt and lose power until it came to a stop. Changed fuel filter and issue was solved. I found that the codes never specifically said the issue was the fuel filter ...
by khuram-23
Sat Feb 07, 2015 3:15 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: BMW OEM AV Cable Issue
Replies: 1
Views: 1073

BMW OEM AV Cable Issue

Hi Guys, hoping someone can help, i have used a bmw av cable to plug into my tv tuner so that i can then plug in headrest screens etc but for some reason when the cable is put into the loop my nav unit goes blank and only sound comes out unless i blindly navigate to the tv option at which point the ...