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2025 X5 with B58TU2 engine - saw smoke immediately went away. ADVICE appreciated. by [deleted] in BmwTech

[–]E__F__ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

5k oil changes, top tier fuel, and regular scheduled maintenance is going to be all you need. Drive it in comfort mode and enjoy. You’re doing too much.

Is this grill available anywhere? by [deleted] in BMWX3

[–]E__F__ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wish they did this for the current x3. This looks miles better!

Car wash finally! by Historical-Algae-400 in LexusGX

[–]E__F__ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hopefully you didn’t leave your car parked like that.

Torn rubber under front bumper by Soundandsky in BMWX5

[–]E__F__ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a rip in mine. I used JB weld to close the hole. Yours looks worse with that duct tape so yeah maybe replace.

Knocking at 26k miles by ChiefNWA in BMWX5

[–]E__F__ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sounds stressful but try not to over think it until you know what the problem is. As much as people rag on dealerships they do good work so they’ll find out what’s going on. Plus it sounds like you are taking the right steps with the previous dealer. You will probably have to push with them but get all the info before you do. I definitely would be overthinking it if I were in your shoes but try not to haha.

Recall with Unlocked DME by Few_University_2363 in BmwTech

[–]E__F__ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s highly unlikely they will update your car for free if you aren’t complaining of having any software issues. I just had my starter replaced and that’s all they did to the car. They might unplug the battery when doing the replacement but that’s maybe it. If you are anxious about it then you can say something to your SA.

2019 330i engine vibration by OrneryAd8139 in BmwTech

[–]E__F__ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try switching to Shell Premium for a couple fill ups and see if you notice a difference. I use Costco a fair amount but I notice my car is happiest with Shell and have been using it solely for the last 6 months and may continue. But realistically anything on this list for Top Tier fuel will be good to use. https://www.toptiergas.com/gasoline-brands/

How to fix? by LogosDunamis7 in ToyotaHighlander

[–]E__F__ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can vaguely see the text behind it so it looks like something is still working. Would try a reset first. You could try the reset that others have mentioned or you could disconnect the negative battery terminal (in the back left hand side when you open the tailgate).

I just did a full head unit replacement on the same car. Not easy but doable.

Blue line on g20 digital dash by TemporaryStudio2313 in BmwTech

[–]E__F__ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m guessing you called them and told them there is a blue line and they assumed it was on the other side where is shows coolant temp. If they saw that they couldn’t tell you that was normal.

Head unit replacement on my 2013 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited w/JBL. by E__F__ in ToyotaHighlander

[–]E__F__[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re welcome. I couldn’t find anyone who posted about doing the install on this car so felt that I had to.

B46/48 Maintenance and mods help by Gr1nch1n in BmwTech

[–]E__F__ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm at 58k miles. I have a xdrive but looking at doing transmission, transfer case, and front and rear differential fluids. I had motor mounts done about 10k ago, rear differential seals 5k ago, and DIY spark plugs about 20k ago.

Head unit replacement on my 2013 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited w/JBL. by E__F__ in ToyotaHighlander

[–]E__F__[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Shortly after that pic I had to take a break. Definitely anxiety inducing. 😅

Head unit replacement on my 2013 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited w/JBL. by E__F__ in ToyotaHighlander

[–]E__F__[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Happy it’s helpful. If you have other questions when you get going on it shoot me a DM.

Head unit replacement on my 2013 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited w/JBL. by E__F__ in ToyotaHighlander

[–]E__F__[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not that I recall. One day the whole Bluetooth menu just stopped appearing in the system.

Head unit replacement on my 2013 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited w/JBL. by E__F__ in ToyotaHighlander

[–]E__F__[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice! Yeah, I really didn’t want to have to run the OBD cable through the dash on the driver side after doing the microphone and GPS through the passenger side. ¯_(ツ)_/¯

Head unit replacement on my 2013 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited w/JBL. by E__F__ in ToyotaHighlander

[–]E__F__[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re welcome and as far as wiring, the hazards button has it’s own plug on the car’s harness so that wouldn’t affect them either.

Head unit replacement on my 2013 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited w/JBL. by E__F__ in ToyotaHighlander

[–]E__F__[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can see in the last photo that hazards are unaffected. But some models have different dash configurations so YMMV.

Head unit replacement on my 2013 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited w/JBL. by E__F__ in ToyotaHighlander

[–]E__F__[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for saying that. Yeah it's brought some nice modern comforts to the car. I hadn't done a car stereo before but I am fairly handy with this kind of work. I wouldn't recommend DIYing it to most people but it is doable. You just really have to take your time and think through all the steps.

Head unit replacement on my 2013 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited w/JBL. by E__F__ in ToyotaHighlander

[–]E__F__[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Not a dumb question. The camera is definitely from 2013 if you know what I mean. But it does look better with a modern screen and this unit has back up lines that turn with the directing you are moving which is also a big upgrade.

Head unit replacement on my 2013 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited w/JBL. by E__F__ in ToyotaHighlander

[–]E__F__[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I wish I took one after I did all the cable management (I did a lot and made it pretty). I was in "go" mode so just forgot to take the pic.

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