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Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-29-2019, 09:34 PM

Replies: 40

So many X3s with halogen headlights

Views: 6,549

Posted By Riick

Oh, I wasn't aware the point of forums was to fix...

Oh, I wasn't aware the point of forums was to fix vehicles because we're too broke to bring it to the dealer.

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-29-2019, 06:35 PM

Replies: 40

So many X3s with halogen headlights

Views: 6,549

Posted By Riick

You're bragging about saving $50 a year in a BMW...

You're bragging about saving $50 a year in a BMW forum. You're lost. Go back to chevy forums.

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-29-2019, 05:07 PM

Replies: 40

So many X3s with halogen headlights

Views: 6,549

Posted By Riick

$50 a year.

$50 a year.

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-29-2019, 01:49 PM

Replies: 4

2011 X3 35i with powertrain failure warning

Views: 1,107

Posted By Riick

Run the codes, it will tell you what's wrong.

Run the codes, it will tell you what's wrong.

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-29-2019, 08:03 AM

Replies: 15

Foxwell or Carly

Views: 5,477

Posted By Riick

Carly is for coding things like turning off DVD...

Carly is for coding things like turning off DVD warnings. Not for resetting transfer case.

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-29-2019, 06:18 AM

Replies: 40

So many X3s with halogen headlights

Views: 6,549

Posted By Riick

You pretty much own the most unreliable and...

You pretty much own the most unreliable and slowest vehicles ever made by GM. Congratulations.

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-28-2019, 11:57 AM

Replies: 40

So many X3s with halogen headlights

Views: 6,549

Posted By Riick

I'm not sure why anyone that owns a modern BMW...

I'm not sure why anyone that owns a modern BMW wouldn't just have the dealer service it. If $180 a year for properly documented service is too expensive, you own the wrong vehicle.

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-27-2019, 02:51 PM

Replies: 40

So many X3s with halogen headlights

Views: 6,549

Posted By Riick

What oil is that cheap that is LL-01?

What oil is that cheap that is LL-01?

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-26-2019, 07:57 AM

Replies: 39

How the heck do I identify a car with DHP/EDC???!!

Views: 7,712

Posted By Riick

I understand that you want to own a BMW for...

I understand that you want to own a BMW for whatever reasons, but let's be honest.. it doesn't seem like you can afford one. Buying a 2015 with 100k miles is basically signing your bankruptcy...

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-26-2019, 06:28 AM

Replies: 3

High Oil consumption in my BMW x3 - 2014 - (F25) 2L Diesel engine

Views: 6,662

Posted By Riick

Bring it to a BMW dealership for a proper...

Bring it to a BMW dealership for a proper diagnosis.

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-25-2019, 08:52 PM

Replies: 40

So many X3s with halogen headlights

Views: 6,549

Posted By Riick

How in the hell do you change the oil in an N55...

How in the hell do you change the oil in an N55 for $35?

The cheapest LL-01 API SM approved oil runs around $9 a quart. You need 7 quarts. That's $63 for oil. The oil filter costs $15.

So...

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-25-2019, 08:02 PM

Replies: 39

How the heck do I identify a car with DHP/EDC???!!

Views: 7,712

Posted By Riick

If you want something more useful than an E93 but...

If you want something more useful than an E93 but want something that can actually whip around a canyon road? Buy an X1 35i. It's just a E90 335ix with a different body. Same suspension, motor,...

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-25-2019, 10:24 AM

Replies: 39

How the heck do I identify a car with DHP/EDC???!!

Views: 7,712

Posted By Riick

Must have? 2014+ is a must. 2013 and older...

Must have?

2014+ is a must. 2013 and older cars do not work with BMWapps as ATT killed the service it worked on. It can be retrofitted but costs $1200 at the BMW dealer to upgrade the car's...

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-25-2019, 07:46 AM

Replies: 3

High Oil consumption in my BMW x3 - 2014 - (F25) 2L Diesel engine

Views: 6,662

Posted By Riick

What basic diagnosing have you done? Is...

What basic diagnosing have you done?

Is there oil leaking from the engine? If there is nothing physically leaking that means the engine is consuming the oil through the combustion process. ...

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-24-2019, 12:31 PM

Replies: 40

So many X3s with halogen headlights

Views: 6,549

Posted By Riick

-The minimum fuel octane in the owner's manual is...

-The minimum fuel octane in the owner's manual is AKI 89. That's not premium.

-A set of front/rear brake pads (Centric 104 which are the best for an X3) and sensors costs $65 shipped. If/when...

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-24-2019, 11:02 AM

Replies: 17

Battery Life?

Views: 3,738

Posted By Riick

Living in Canada you should have it plugged into...

Living in Canada you should have it plugged into a smart charger and oil pan heater during the winter.

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-24-2019, 07:43 AM

Replies: 4

Yearly state inspection and dash brake light on.

Views: 1,918

Posted By Riick

Squeal is a audible noise system built into some...

Squeal is a audible noise system built into some brake pads to let owners know it's time to change brakes. BMW's have computer sensors that tell you when it's time to change brakes, no squeal...

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-23-2019, 03:31 PM

Replies: 40

So many X3s with halogen headlights

Views: 6,549

Posted By Riick

Exactly. BMW sells luxury cars, but not all BMWs...

Exactly. BMW sells luxury cars, but not all BMWs are luxury cars. A base model 320i with vinyl seats is not a luxury car. It's better made than a Hyundai yes and if you can't afford a nicer model,...

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-23-2019, 09:01 AM

Replies: 40

So many X3s with halogen headlights

Views: 6,549

Posted By Riick

I personally prefer halogen, they're proven to...

I personally prefer halogen, they're proven to work for the last 60 years. They also cost $10 to replace when they wear out compared to $100.

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-23-2019, 08:38 AM

Replies: 72

N20 timing chain preventative maintenance

Views: 118,959

Posted By Riick

All CPO BMW's come with a 5 year unlimited mile...

All CPO BMW's come with a 5 year unlimited mile warranty. The engine replacement cost you $0. Why wouldn't you buy another BMW if they replaced your engine for free? Sounds pretty amazing to get a...

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-22-2019, 07:30 PM

Replies: 72

N20 timing chain preventative maintenance

Views: 118,959

Posted By Riick

Is that maintenance record from BMW doing all the...

Is that maintenance record from BMW doing all the maintenance or Jiffy Lube?

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-22-2019, 03:24 PM

Replies: 17

Battery Life?

Views: 3,738

Posted By Riick

Florida here. 6 years on the original...

Florida here.

6 years on the original battery and still going strong.

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-21-2019, 09:39 PM

Replies: 4

Views: 1,268

Posted By Riick

Ask your insurance company

Ask your insurance company

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-21-2019, 06:30 PM

Replies: 15

Best Run Flat Tire

Views: 20,710

Posted By Riick

Just keep in my RFT tires will drive very rough,...

Just keep in my RFT tires will drive very rough, get bad fuel consumption, and make the X3 corner like a boat.

It's like buying a new vehicle putting normal performance all season tires on.

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-17-2019, 11:54 AM

Replies: 32

Alarm started going off randomly

Views: 53,195

Posted By Riick

The rain sensor is attached to the windshield and...

The rain sensor is attached to the windshield and must be removed when the windshield is replaced.

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-17-2019, 10:58 AM

Replies: 60

drivetrain malfunction, cranks no starts

Views: 32,128

Posted By Riick

Auto start/stop basically destroys the engine...

Auto start/stop basically destroys the engine from massive wear and tear from the starting procedure. When you start an engine it takes a second for the oil pressure to rise, so you're constantly...

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-16-2019, 09:40 PM

Replies: 18

Rear differential failure 2013 F25

Views: 10,555

Posted By Riick

Dealerships don't sell parts that are not needed....

Dealerships don't sell parts that are not needed. It's their job to fix problems not install bandaids.

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-16-2019, 08:27 PM

Replies: 32

Alarm started going off randomly

Views: 53,195

Posted By Riick

Did you have the windshield replaced recently?

Did you have the windshield replaced recently?

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-16-2019, 08:21 PM

Replies: 6

New pipes

Views: 1,736

Posted By Riick

Yeah lag is terrible stock.

Yeah lag is terrible stock.

Forum: Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum

01-16-2019, 03:55 PM

Replies: 52

Turbo go bye bye

Views: 8,595

Posted By Riick

I've owned and worked on turbo cars since I was...

I've owned and worked on turbo cars since I was 16, I'm 36 now.

Fin damage to the turbine wheel is usually always caused by high EGT. The cause of why this happened is your BM3 Stage 2 tune. ...

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