If you can't work on your car you'll loose your pants on these cars , the suspension fix took me about 50 min , spend some money on a Manual read and teach yourself how to fix problems instead of paying a dealership to do everything. I know that when you don't have time it could be problematic. The boots for the rear shouldn't cost you more than 250 each the oem aren't worth it, check out other brands for anyone else who wants to get this done

@alexg8460

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly learn to fix your own shit, people paying $120 for a 15min oil change and $40 worth of oil jesus.

great video and I am having this issue where the rears are low in the early cold morning but then gradually raise when it's warmed up. do you think that there is still a leak or defective air bags or is it due to the cold ? thanks

I love my 2014 diesel X5 BMW and so far have had no problems with 40k miles. I've talked to my service manager off the record and he told me that a lot of issues were fixed with the 2014 redesign of the X5 but did say that there have been a lot of problems with X5's prior to this year with 2011 model year being the worst. Thanks for your input on the carriage air bag issues. Great video as always.

Thank!!! So helpful! And confirms what I was told.

My BMW x5 e70 2008 has the same problem so do you recommend to change airbags?thanks

How often do you have breakdown issues with your x5 diesel?

Is it possible to convert it to coild springs and struts?

My bag failed at about 105k but since I'm not a fan of getting mouth-f****d by dealerships, I took mine to my local mechanic. Cost me 320.00 for total fix. Completely worth it. I'm capable of doing it myself but for that price, it was an easy choice.

I tried to snug in the air tube to the airbag but it didn't tie, any ideas?

Thank you for the video.How is the reliability of your bmw pro and cons ?Also can purchase a x5 fully loaded for 15,000 dollars ?Used of course,looking for a 2015?thanlk you.Please answer all of my questions.gteat full .

Thanks for the video, I changed out mine this weekend and took no time. I have a 2012 Diesel. BTW, have you done EGR and carbon clean up and transmission oil change? Love to see some videos on those if you have not done them yet.

Hi, thanks for doing these videos. I just changed my air compressor on a 2014 X5 along with the relay. But my compressor is not coming on. Any ideas?

@ECPP

3 ай бұрын

Thank you

I just replaced both myself about two weeks ago. I paid $274 US dollars each. It’s not difficult to do, it probably took me three hours to do the job but I was taking my time. One thing you must do first is disconnect the air compressor, it’s outside under the passenger seat, there are videos on KZread showing how to do it.

@ECPP

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, I also made a video on the who;e process. I agree not overly difficult, take your time.

@sammyg805

11 ай бұрын

You Americans are lucky .. in the Uk every mechanic I called up for my f15 said they don’t touch it . Had to take it to bmw who charged me 3,500 pounds to replace the air bags and compressor

@ggua92722

11 ай бұрын

@@sammyg805why you didn’t change them yourself? I did. I did it because I know the dealer charges an arm and a leg to do this easy DIY job in your garage. I’m not really sure why you said we Americans are lucky? That’s why there are lots of DIY videos on KZread showing how to do this job.

@sammyg805

11 ай бұрын

@@ggua92722 the fact every garage are telling me they won’t touch it , Hmnn I didn’t think I would be capable . It took BmW t three days to replace the compressor and two air bellows. After replacing one,!84 apparently popped and then one side was riding higher than the other , they tried several things before it then balanced out. Imagine I was doing it myself then get stuck like that . I’ll be f**ked.. you guys seems to have more professionals that’s going to dive in deep unlike in the UK where they give up easily and just tell you to replace everything at high cost ..

Is the air compressor auto shutoff at zero pressure (air bag completely blown) on a 2008 X5 4.8 model? Thanks in advance.

@megafon2200

4 жыл бұрын

Yes. It will shut off automatically. It goes in failure mode, it will not restart. Clear codes or disconnect battery and it will run again. If it is unable to raise the vehicle within specific time it will shut off and go into failure mode.

2011 X5 35d has been good to me for 100k miles. Only a nagging DEF tank sensor that keeps the Check Engine light on whether its full or not and a front strut bearing cap just recently. Passenger inside door pull plastic / rubber material whatever it is decided to more or less melt, arghh. (Nonprofessional fix by wrapping it with kitchen clear food film - it works!) Still the nicest diesel I've ever owned. I love diesels for the power and torque. Super road car.

@ECPP

2 жыл бұрын

Solid engines for sure

My x5d isn't bad yet, but the e70s are quite common for going through bags. Replacing them is pretty easy too. I ordered a bag online just to keep it as a 'spare' to eliminate downtime :) I am lowering the x5 tho, i'll do that sometime this summer. Hopefully before our upcoming BC trip.

@BimmerSourceCA

7 жыл бұрын

a few good places are: ecstuning, germanparts.ca, Rockauto.com I usually check germanparts.ca first as they're already in canada. Then ECStuning. rockauto is also great.

@stevenc9207

6 жыл бұрын

ExoticCar PlayPlace arnott makes bags with lifetime warranties, and very inexpensive relative to bmw

Hi guys , thanks for your great video , I have a 2007 E92 BMW X5 with that very problem , the suspension is always down and what I have to do is run the engine till it's pumped up every day so I thinks it's time for a fix on the old boy... thanks once again I ain't looking forward to this bill... 😣😣😣

Had same issue with my 2014 X5. One split one times. Another time, it was the switch. Got it as standard option with third row seat. Am thinking of not getting air suspension on my next SUV.

Thank you for this info will help out a lot thank you

@nickolasarmstrong2710

6 жыл бұрын

ExoticCar PlayPlace Yes thank you i might be buying one of the bmw x5 but the dealer might not sell it for this problem so thank you. And what is your opinion on the 2006 bmw x5?

@nickolasarmstrong2710

6 жыл бұрын

ExoticCar PlayPlace ok will do thank you for your input

@rngmrfreshasian3555

6 жыл бұрын

will all the latest model bmw's car will have more problem?

Hey how’s it going would you happen to know if a leak in the airbags cause the compressor fuse to blow out

@ECPP

3 жыл бұрын

It should not blow a fuse but worn bags that run a compressor so much that it never stops and burn out a compressor with time which may eventually cause a fuse to pop

@ChicagosFinest23

3 жыл бұрын

@@ECPP got you thanks I appreciate it

I’m getting a lot of squeaking on the front struts. Paying them a visit soon!

Great video it was just what I was looking for as like a wish came true. I was in an accident and my rear airbags were damaged and I want to replace them instead of paying a mechanic

Idk if anyone will comment back since these comments are from years ago. . But I recently changed the rear end of the passenger side air suspension. Problem was fixed for a whole week straight. But today my air bag malfunction turned on again and noticed it was both of them now that were low! Checked the pressure wires right underneath the passenger side. Thought maybe one of the wires bursted. But everything seems fine. Any idea what it might be ?

Very informative video! This has been happening to me. Makes me wanna ditch BMW

@megafon2200

4 жыл бұрын

Already did. THE moment my warranty has expired.

Those airbags take 10 minutes a side to change. Don't let the stealerships tell you different. Pop the old air spring with a knife, then jack the car up slightly, disconnect the air line and pull it out. The new one goes straight in the same way.

I replaced the air bag. Compressor turns on but the car doesn't raise an inch. Any idea what it could be? I'm thinking sensor but I don't know which one

@ECPP

5 жыл бұрын

Maybe a leaking fitting somewhere. Also, after I replaced mine, it took several minutes to actually see it start to rise. Sounds like compressor is working but maybe you can verify that it is outputting air pressure. Still sounds like a leak. Did you use ferrules in the fittings ? Maybe other bag ?

@cmoneyvids4322

5 жыл бұрын

@@ECPP both bags are holding air just not rising. I tried multiple cycles and never rose an inch

any one know how to reset a selflevelanaticve suspension

Mine literally did the same damn thing today. Only on one side 🙄 I’m so sick of this X5 , only bmw I’ve EVER had trouble out of. Ready to get in something else , done with this thing.

@ECPP

4 жыл бұрын

I hear ya. So I swapped the first set of air bags and those then lasted 2 years. I then just posted a video last week on the do it yourself for a retro fit to coil springs and now I will never have to deal with the saggy rear end again.

@stacybaker8024

4 жыл бұрын

ExoticCar PlayPlace I thought about changing mine to coil as well because this is a pain in the rear ( literally)! I don’t wanna get rid of it because its my absolute fav but he’s pushing me for sure ! I’ve been so frustrated with it. It came back up for a second and then just completely died. I was like.... great!!!

Arnott makes air bags for the x5,and they are very reasonable!

I’m planning to get a 2011 x5 diesel. Do you think it’s reliable as a daily driver?

@23erlind

6 жыл бұрын

Aaron Chew why would you buy a diesel

@marb1027

6 жыл бұрын

How reliable you ask? My father drives a 2011 X5 diesel that’s how reliable they are and I pamper my Dad... give it it proper maintenance and you will have a tank for years to come I drive also a 2011 X5 m sports package and although an airbag suspension went bad, it took me 30 minutes each to replace and very inexpensive I must add

@davidweil9242

6 жыл бұрын

Run away...far, far away. I have a 2010 with the 3.0 gas engine and 74k miles. It started falling apart completely at just 60k miles. It's been in the shop 10 times in just the last 13k miles. Everything is failing across the board. Great car under warranty... Then run for the hills.

@tempest411

6 жыл бұрын

You have to be up for a challenge for sure. I think the older you get, the better they are. i never heard many complaints about BMW until about 2000. I remember at the time automotive techs predicting this would happen when they started infusing cars with all these flash-memory CAN modules that become corrupted with age, and the use of so much plastic that becomes brittle with age.

Lmao! A little saggy! Thanks man, mines had the same problem

@ECPP

4 жыл бұрын

It is a common issue with these SUVs

It's an easy DIY fix, you can get new bags for about $200/side.

I replaced my 2006 4.8is airbags with ARNOTT bags and installed at an indy shop for a fraction of the cost from BMW. ARNOTT Bags are perfect! BMW air suspension is nottttt - if they continually sag, it will eventually wear out the air pump as well.

Fixed my f16 100 pounds sterling uk for airbag new

They make kits to replace the air bags with standard springs, which is the best modification you can make to one of these. No more problems ever again! It's not that expensive either.

I ve had the Same problem

Why does it have a rough ride and bounces from behind X5 BMW 2008

@ECPP

7 ай бұрын

Well…..

Man just replace them with regular springs man.. I did it cheep.. front and rear. 5.8is with tow package I had. Did front and rear.. runs great now.. even better I think..

@kenikriezispirasspatas8982

6 жыл бұрын

ExoticCar PlayPlace.. sounds good.. I should have done it long time a go..

@kenikriezispirasspatas8982

6 жыл бұрын

ExoticCar PlayPlace I'm thinking on making a video myself as well.. and how to get rid of the self leveling not function to..

@ggua92722

5 жыл бұрын

Please let me know when you make the video. I’m for it if there is a way to get rig of the air bags.

@alb12345672

5 жыл бұрын

Watch for quality with springs! I have a beautiful 95 Lincoln continental, so advanced it had 4 corner standard air suspension. It was standard for two 2 years, then rear only. Lasted till 150K. OEM parts were marked firestone. The parts look very similar to the BMW. I bought a coil kit from Suncore and 2 years later a spring broke on the road, not funny. They were sold with a lifetime warranty but they told me too bad, under new management. I don't trust any aftermarket brand now :(. Yeah, they are cheap, but those Chinese springs aren't safe.

Mine did the same thing.. all I had to do was replace fuses and it works just fine now

@tonysneaks247

3 жыл бұрын

what fuse

@kurtrubeck7485

3 жыл бұрын

Replacing the fuse is not going to fix a leaky airbag fool

Bimmers are pretty easy to work on. Get the Bentley repair book. You will save thousands on easy repairs done yourself. Forum and youtube are great sources too. I have two Bimmers, e46 and e53.

Love my X5 but to much problem

@i_read_bad_reviews

6 жыл бұрын

After fixing the problems you will be set for a long time .

@ggua92722

5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I agree, minimum five years to replace them again. At least that’s what I’m hoping to get after I replaced the originals.

Mine does the same did u fix it? And how?

@ECPP

3 жыл бұрын

You should watch later videos because I did an airbag replacement DIY and then almost 3 years later I swapped them for co springs on a DIY so pleas feel free.

@marcos22571

3 жыл бұрын

@@ECPP do you have the video on how to swap the air shocks to struts?

many times the compressor give up not the bags.......

Hi don’t know if you still have the X5 but as a few people on here say stay away from dealership services they are around 200% more than anywhere else I just replaced my rear airbags got them on eBay I live next to a mobile mechanic he fitted them for me reset the system total cost $250.00 all up walk away

Hey this my dream car but am in fear because i hear they are very expensive to maintain can you do more vids and much did this repair cost? Does air suspension.

@Nyce15

6 жыл бұрын

moon naza I’m in the same boat. I truly love the X5’s but terrified to buy one. All I hear is it’s too much to maintain. But what is too much?

@lp1043

6 жыл бұрын

Hello maybe I can help you. I have a 2012 x5 it was problem free up until it hit 100k miles then one major problem after another. I had 3 major oil leaks I had to replace the water pump, the high-pressure fuel pump I had to replace the transfer case and replace the grill on the front had a crack in it and replace the firewall it also had a crack in it. Every repair was close to or a little over thousand dollars. eventually I had a BMW mechanic do some side work for me which saved a lot of money but the parts were still very expensive. I love BMWs too because they’re very aesthetically pleasing and truly a joy if in good working order, but I don’t recommend buying one unless you buy new with a warranty

@leeangeliamoses

5 жыл бұрын

I have two BMW's (2008 X5 & 2000 Z3). I have had absolutely NO problems with my Z3. I inherited 3 oil leaks upon purchasing the X5, replaced the upper radiator hose and most recently purchased a water pump. However, I STOPPED buying the parts from the import sellers and started buying from AMAZON and my price was cut in half. Plus my brother is my mechanic. I love my cars and I would say have a mechanic that can repair BMW's to save cost. Don't base your decision on what others say or think, that may not be your experience. Live your best LIFE.......

Hey I’m in Alberta too! Always like seeing a fellow KZreadr from Canada. I’m trying to get myself a X5 currently

@bearlyexplored

6 жыл бұрын

ExoticCar PlayPlace I’m from Red Deer

@megafon2200

4 жыл бұрын

Don't. Think twice about it. Before it's too late. IT will eat you up..... You will spend all of your money trying to keep it running. Do yourself a favor and go get a Lexus, Cadillac or 2015 up Ford. or 2011 up Dodge. Your wallet will thank you for a very wise decision. 2009 up Dodge

Are you in Edmonton Alberta? Looks like the Porsche dealership on the nw

@ECPP

6 жыл бұрын

I sure am from Edmonton, and yourself ? Thanks for watching. Cheers.

@graffitisalad9947

6 жыл бұрын

ExoticCar PlayPlace I live in Edmonton, I have been here for a few years now. Nice to see some locals vlogging. It definitely encourages me to start vlogging.

@Omari1125

5 жыл бұрын

Don't buy a Porsche SUV, you will dig your self into a even deeper hole.

Get rid of it, they are money pits. I will be sharing my X5 buying and service issues with my CPO with 29,500 miles

@ECPP

4 жыл бұрын

Warranty is always nice to have

My x5 is driving me nuts...

If this is a problem, how is it okay for BMW to get away with a commonly known problem?

@megafon2200

4 жыл бұрын

People are buying them cause they are expensive! It is a status statement. At the same time there is NO build in quality. Especially those units made in Germany. These are just junk when compared to Lexus Ford's 2015 up, Escalade or 2016 up Lincolns. Do some research. Lexus infinity Ford Cadillac are still the most reliable cars!

Before long the compressor will keep airing up and the air bags blow out.

Are you going to be at Racing for cure with your Lambo??

@michaela.l1618

7 жыл бұрын

ExoticCar PlayPlace, 😂I'm not entering my car as I don't have any exotics

@michaela.l1618

7 жыл бұрын

ExoticCar PlayPlace, yes

¿what was the problem?

@ECPP

4 жыл бұрын

I made follow up videos. This failure was a shock airbag and I did a DIY tutorial on the channel. That then lasted about 2 years and then they blew out again, so I now have coil spring retrofit which I also showed the DIY on the channel.

Same thing with my car smh.

"Saggy ass" 🤣

@ECPP

5 жыл бұрын

Nice.

I just replaced my airbags and it was pretty easy and cheap. Let me know if you still need the parts/procedure.

@georgio2564

6 жыл бұрын

I used Arnott airbags (users stated that they even felt better than the stock ones). www.amazon.com/Arnott-A-2642-Air-Spring/dp/B00FEFKVQY/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8 To replace the airbags, I used this link (xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/x5-e70-forum/93092-replacing-rear-air-spring-suspension-component-x5-e70.html). The air spring is clipped on the bottom and twisted in on the top. Just be careful not drop the car before the airbags are inflated.

@MrNanah38

5 жыл бұрын

@@georgio2564 Thanks for posting this man

Would you want to make videos on BMW X5M E70 on your channel

looks like it collapse 1 side... better change to coilovers.... more reliable maintenance free

Air Spring, not Air Bag.

Mine blew up.

@ECPP

4 жыл бұрын

Ouch. What happened?

I know your pain

glk is probably the only older german suv id buy, rest are all money pits.

I stay far away from airbags, they'll all fail eventually regardless of manufacturer

@jrag1000

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, airbags are garbage.

BMW= (means) Big Money Wasted.

@ECPP

5 жыл бұрын

It sure can be. Thanks for watching.

The air bag is serious let the dealer do it unless u know how to pressurize it

@panagiotisf7228

6 жыл бұрын

ExoticCar PlayPlace the need to be filled before putting it on the ground

Yup everything in the bmw has expiration, most likely its a mechanics car if they have time. Lol.. Or if your not doing anything aside from what to worry whats going to break next.. lol.. its like worst car ever. The only nice about them is the design thats it. Fast yeah but are you gonna race everyday.? So overall its a fucked up car.. ive learned my lesson from my 2 bmw that has been well maintain but still breaks. Im not going to waste my time to fix my car every time , theres lots of good things to do in life aside from worrying whats gonna happen next.

@megafon2200

5 жыл бұрын

All german cars are piece of shit . My S550 was the worst car ever . Ive bought it with 5700 miles on it and ive regred it dearly ! BMW and BENZ will not get you to from CHicago to Miami without a unforseen stop at the dealership . Yeah this is soooo bad .! Never buy a german car without a FACTORY. warranty . Be awere , service contract is NOT a warranty. It is often calked warranty yet it is notb. You will pay for it thru your nose....

bmw x3 and x5 diesels are basically overengineered moneypits. after 100 000 km's everything starts to or fall apart..eg. timing chain, plastic hoses, transfer case, drivetrain shaft, guido bearing, rear struts, ball joints, engine mounts..these parts are first to break

Fix it yourself. It is so easy.

I will sell you my 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee with the 5.2 for 2500.00 and it has brand new Bilstein 4600 shocks So roughly its a 8 hour job to replace both sides by someone who knows what their doing and with lifts, proper tools, etcc

@zxtenn

7 жыл бұрын

Not at all, I repaired/replaced/upgraded nearly everything since I have had it, 2nd vehicle but it only gets 12 mpg city, VERY reliable and perfect for those Canadian winters, Goodyear Silent armor tires, etcccc but I am sure your BMW drives and handles much more like a car than my old Jeep

@fkmacs

6 жыл бұрын

Replacing the air shock is hardly a 2 hour job... I've done it many times on rovers, Benz and x5

Junk junk junk

sell it , my e 53 broke every month , for 5 monts , each month 300 $, not worth it

@ECPP

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. These cars can be complex and therefore somewhat to break at times. I have had my share of issues as well.

@telefonumeu1074

5 жыл бұрын

ExoticCar PlayPlace there are good cars , but second hand ones are always abused , because its a bmw , and people cannot mentain them , because parts are expensive , great cars when they work , worst cars when they break down :)

@ECPP

5 жыл бұрын

True.

@dhanipianist

4 жыл бұрын

Oh man, that's bad? I have plan to buy x5 2004 3.0 4wd, should i cancel it? What car you guys recomend me? Thanks

Hello Thanks for this great video But please answer my email

Leave this shit and go for lexus rx 350

@ECPP

4 жыл бұрын

I hear ya. Probably a safe bet

shit box

My advice: sell that vehicle

Its an easy fix and a cheap fix. Less then 500 bucks. why did you create this video?

Bmw is a mans car, you have to know a thing or two about cars. You better learn how to do your own repairs, most bmw owners I know do their own repairs.

@ECPP

5 жыл бұрын

Hi I agree that it helps to learn how to maintain your own BMW. Did you see my follow up video where I show the installation of the new rear airbags ? If you would like check my videos for the link.

@megafon2200

5 жыл бұрын

Why would anubody in good sences buy a junk like german cars ? These cars are ALWAYS broken . Little or bigger things but always broken ! No thank you ...ill stay with Lexus !

@larrykaberga5453

4 жыл бұрын

@@megafon2200 Thanks Scotty

Fakul

never buy a BMW with self-leveling suspension because it's a disaster

@tempest411

6 жыл бұрын

All cars with self leveling suspensions have the same problems. All makes, any year. I don't know why they continue to even try..It's a gimmicky thing anyway.

BMW piece o crap, catching up with Land Rover