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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

The M25 is about 115 miles around but you would be hard pressed to average 52mph. The same goes for any of our Motorways these days they all have their sticky bits, Our Daughter lives near Cannock we are in Sussex towing the horse trailer (60 mph limit on the Motorway) makes no difference to my average MPG and very little difference to our journey time (normally around 3 hrs) That is why I found Phils figures impressive.

Impressive numbers Phil Where did you find a stretch of the M5 that let you average 52mph or did you travel in the dark 😄 Dave

Morning Paul Welcome, very nice. If you aren't aware here are some websites that should help when working on the car. www.realoem.com this is a BMW online parts list put the last 7 digits of your vin in the search box and it will bring up your model. The exploded drawings also help in understanding how they fit. www.newtis.info this is an online technical information site the same information that Dealers use. Plenty of how too's wiring diagrams and descriptions. Also there is a Register of BMW specialists they can be very competitive on price particularly in comparison to the Dealers but for some jobs invaluable. Enjoy Dave

Morning Mick First there is always a difference between Manufacturer claims and real life experience. Probably teaching Granny but to make sure your giving the car the best opportunity to deliver for you when was it last serviced, are tyres correct in good condition and correctly inflated, is the drive train in good order nothing binding or sticking. Tyres can make a significant difference just look at the tyre labels for MPG guidance for the journey your making I would be expecting closer to high 30's than low. Dave If it makes you feel better I average mid 18's

Morning L First looks like your glow plugs need changing and possibly the glow plug controller. Second you have a number of issues with the power steering module and EPS plus vibration in the steering these need attention. Third the Chassis control module shows no signal while the glow plugs won't affect cruise and lane change any steering or chassis control failures certainly will. They need resetting then start the car to see if anything comes back any that do needs fixing. Many modules are reliant on each other so a fault in one will have a knock on effect to other modules as they dont have information they cant function. Dave

It seems BMW Europe don't like Dealer information on the open market however the access laws in the USA are very different. Yes the site is US and in $ but part numbers are the same many motor factors here and else where in Europe use the site to cross reference parts. www.newtis.info is the other site this one is a technical information site with how too's the same information that Dealers access but of great use to DIY'ers like us. Another American site is www.Pelicanparts.com brilliant how too's with pictures being American the steering on the wrong side but very usable information. When using realoem you will notice it defines right and left hand drive Good luck

Reads well I agree a re think re phrasing where you have marked this will change. I notice you haven't brought out the tyre size issue yet even if they were fitted by the previous owner the Dealer has a responsibility to ensure the car is fit for sale. The fact you cant remove the wheels makes you wonder how they carried out a brake inspection? Or did they say they had because they couldn't remove the wheels Hmmm the cynic in me surfaces Dave

It can quite possibly be the diversity antenna, first port of call is re-programming the key/keys Cheap option first Dave

Go for it Richard As has been said earlier get on to BMW UK keep them aware of all actions, I am sure they don't want or need a mess like this and while they can and no doubt will divorce them selves from any action they will put pressure on the Dealer to clean it up. Good Luck Dave

Hi Rick Welcome to the Forum 2001 was change over year for E39 to E60 models, so it could be easy or complicated have a look at www.realoem.com put the last 7 digits of your Vin in the search box it will bring up your model, then search the Audio section. At least then you know what your dealing with. You can also look at www.newtis.info for wiring diagrams so you can find a work around. Good hunting Dave

Hi Philip A tool kit with a BMW ?? Bit of a worry that they leave out everything but a screw driver and a towing eye !! (screw driver is to pop out the cover for the towing eye) To be serious as run flats came into play less was needed or put into the boot. As my car has the staggered set up it comes with a small compressor and some tyre goo plus a bicycle type spare but at least I get the Jack. Touches wood I have not had need of them in some 10 years and many tyre changes. Have a look at www.realoem.com to check what boot equipment was available if ordered. No diff locks that I am aware of but my older X5 is used for light off roading (I shoot and we take the Horses to some out of the way places. I did have the delight of towing a friends Discovery out of the sticky stuff a couple of years back so off road competent but not hard core. Enjoy Dave

Hi Manu Welcome to the Forum Cotswold BMW are always helpful and competitive on price they also do mail/phone orders plus ECP often have online deals Check www.realoem.com to ensure you have the correct part number you can also check www.newtis.info for how too do it. Good luck Dave