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#468 of 598 Re: X5 LEAKS IN RAIN!! [louchris] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Jan 13, 2007 (10:16 am)
Replying to: louchris (Jan 13, 2007 8:35 am) Do you have a sunroof? Rear sunroof drain being clogged could be a culprit. This is easily tested. If you open the sunroof you should see the drain in the back of the groove where the sunroof moves. You can pour a small amount of water in that drain and you should see it come out under the car in front of the rear wheel. You can also check at that time for water intrusion in the back...I assume you mean the footwells of the rear seats?   Door membranes was a good guess but I guess not
#469 of 598 Re: Tailgate Rattle [jillpmcg] by 09dobbs Jan 18, 2007 (4:14 am)
Replying to: jillpmcg (Jun 05, 2001 6:49 am) Hi there, I was scrolling thru Edmonds and I found your post. It is very old but I was hoping you could help me with what seems to be the same prob I am having with my 2006 5x. I have had it to the dealer 4 times for a rattle/banging from the tailgate area. They have replaced the motor, lubed and oiled everything, tightened and untightended things and after a day I hear the noise. It is so aggravating after spending so much for the car!...My last car a Jeep Liberty was awesome!..no noise not service checks it was a great little SUV for half the price. I was wondering if your issue was ever remedied and info you could pass along would be great! Thanks Christine<, NJ Replies to this message: cefus (May 23, 2007 8:09 am)
#470 of 598 rattle in rear tailgate by 09dobbs Jan 18, 2007 (4:22 am)
Hi all, I have a 2006 x5 that has a constant rattle/squeak in the rear tailgate. I have had it in the shop 4 times. They have replaced the latch motor, lubed and oiled everything, tightened all bolts and whatever else they could. I am at wits end with this car. Anyone have this issue that could pass along how they fixed it or any tips on what I can do!.....HELP C Replies to this message: h2edg (May 02, 2007 12:49 am)
#471 of 598 real world mileage and 3rd seat on 07 X5 by dkdriver Jan 18, 2007 (8:34 pm)
Could anyone with an 07 X5 tell me what type of city/highway mileage you are getting? The 6th gear is supposed to be increasing gas efficiency. Especially interested in V6's, as we do little mountain climbing or off roading.   Also very interested in whether you have any opinions on your 3rd row seat - is it roomy enough for your needs? Is there any cargo space left if 3rd seat is upright?   Also, does anyone know when the auto liftgate will be available? Thanks so much!! Replies to this message: thstone (Mar 18, 2007 3:13 pm) averagecarguy (Apr 17, 2007 6:28 pm) rkrostin (May 03, 2007 9:31 am)
#472 of 598 Re: real world mileage and 3rd seat on 07 X5 [dkdriver] by thstone Mar 18, 2007 (3:13 pm)
Replying to: dkdriver (Jan 18, 2007 8:34 pm) The third row seat is basically a kids jump seat - its a gimmick and not very useful. The problem is that there just isn't enough length in the car for three full rows.   The 2007 model only gained 7.4 inches in overall length from the 2001-2006 models (which had 29 inches existing between the 2nd row seats to the tailgate), so it is basically impossible to fit a full size thrird row with 34 inches of leg room and leave adequate distance behind the third row and the tailgate for safety in rear end collisions.
#473 of 598 Re: real world mileage and 3rd seat on 07 X5 [dkdriver] by averagecarguy Apr 17, 2007 (6:28 pm)
Replying to: dkdriver (Jan 18, 2007 8:34 pm) The third row is good for only two kids. It's narrow and designed for individuals only 5'6" and shorter. Biggest drawback is that it is very close to the back glass, and curtain airbags don't extend to the third row. Not where I'd want to put my kids.
#474 of 598 Re: rattle in rear tailgate [09dobbs] by h2edg May 02, 2007 (12:49 am)
Replying to: 09dobbs (Jan 18, 2007 4:22 am) try adjusting the rubber stops you will need a star driver and just wind them out slightly.
#475 of 598 Re: real world mileage and 3rd seat on 07 X5 [dkdriver] by rkrostin May 03, 2007 (9:31 am)
Replying to: dkdriver (Jan 18, 2007 8:34 pm) Gas mileage is about 18-19 in the city. I havnt had the opportunity for a trip out of the city yet (that is end of May). Truthfully the gas mileage is still increasing too. When we bought the car 2 months ago my wife was getting about 16 and now we are in mid 18 with no driving difference either.   Addressing the 3rd row option, from the two replies so far i would say those individuals dont own the car. Thier responses are a copy and paste from some review or just a 5 min. observers take. I have a 4 year old and a 1 year old But we also have alot of family close by and many of which are kids. The need for us was 80% use without 3rd row and 20% use with it. With the 2nd row adjusted forward there is enough room in the back. My sister in-law has an explorer with a 3rd row bench seat option and the space difference is non. there is enough space behind the 3rd row to fit basic things but wouldnt suffice for a trip to Costco. Does fit a large size stroller though. No concern what so ever with the 3rd seat being close to the glass because the seats sit very low. This is my biggest complaint at the same time. The seats are positioned much lower then the other seats so my 4 year old and even my niece who is 7 can not see over the seat in front of them.   If your needs are for a full time 3rd row then i would consider something larger.   Personally i love the X5. i have friends with the MDX and family with the explorer and spent months test driving and weekend driving everything out there and for me it is a perfect fit.
#476 of 598 Re: X5 LEAKS IN RAIN!! [louchris] by cefus May 23, 2007 (8:05 am)
Replying to: louchris (Jan 13, 2007 8:35 am) Take the garden hose and lightly spray different areas of the car, try left doors then right doors, sunroof, hatch, taillights.  Spray each for about 3 minutes then look inside before moving to next area. The hatch gromments will sometimes pop out and this will cause a leak in the left or right rear areas. If its in 2nd row floor then you have a door leaking. Post back on where you find the leak and I will walk you through the repairs
#477 of 598 Re: Tailgate Rattle [09dobbs] by cefus May 23, 2007 (8:09 am)
Replying to: 09dobbs (Jan 18, 2007 4:14 am) Goto the tailgate open and close it repeatedly with your ears near it. Could be a screw in the tailgate, or a loose tailgate motor(3 T-20 screws) the only other thing is the strikers no set correctly. Post where you find the rattle and I'll try to help you

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