Dinan tune for X5...Any problems with drive train failure and warranty?

XMen · 06-17-2012, 12:20 PM

Hi, I'm considering getting the stage 2 Dinan tune for my new 2013 X5 35i. Has anyone had any damage resulting from a Dinan tune? How was this issue resolved by Dinan or BMW if your vehicle was still under BMW standard or extended warranty? All the what ifs of getting a tune (even if covered by tuners warranty) is getting me worried. Thanks.

TahoeM3 · 06-17-2012, 03:29 PM

That's a new tune, so there's not much info out there. I'd expect that the power gains are well within what is safe. I have stage 1 on my 50i and it makes a ton of difference. Looking forward to that stage 5 with 560 hp when it is available!

To answer your question...I haven't heard of any failures but if one was to occur due to the software, it is supposed to be covered by Dinan's supplemental warranty.

Gwaxman34 · 06-17-2012, 06:22 PM

I'm curious as well. Tahoe - how do you plan on handling trade in or sale? Removing? Disclosing it not disclosing? Does the Dinan tune show up on BMW history?

rosenbergendo · 06-17-2012, 06:42 PM

I have new '12 xdrive 35 and am getting the Dinan tune in 2weeks from the dealer. I will post my pre vs post thoughts. Warranty from my dealer is absolutely NO worry. My dealer will replace ANY part without any questions asked!

TahoeM3 · 06-17-2012, 07:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Gwaxman34

I'm curious as well. Tahoe - how do you plan on handling trade in or sale? Removing? Disclosing it not disclosing? Does the Dinan tune show up on BMW history?

Dinan works with BMW, so I would disclose it and leave it on at sale time. I had the tune done at the dealership, so it's not something that you need to hide.

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TahoeM3 Major 410 Rep 1,025 Posts Drives: F-type R, GTR, X5 50i Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Tampa, Fl iTrader: (0)	That's a new tune, so there's not much info out there. I'd expect that the power gains are well within what is safe. I have stage 1 on my 50i and it makes a ton of difference. Looking forward to that stage 5 with 560 hp when it is available! To answer your question...I haven't heard of any failures but if one was to occur due to the software, it is supposed to be covered by Dinan's supplemental warranty. __________________ 2017 F-type SVR Black/black 2017 Nissan GTR Red/black 2022 BMW X5M MBB/SO Gone but not forgotten: '12 X5M, '07 AM SuperVantage, '05 Boxster S, '01 BMW M3,...
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Gwaxman34 New Member 0 Rep 14 Posts Drives: 11x35i SA Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	I'm curious as well. Tahoe - how do you plan on handling trade in or sale? Removing? Disclosing it not disclosing? Does the Dinan tune show up on BMW history?
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rosenbergendo First Lieutenant 119 Rep 345 Posts Drives: 2016 Porsche GT3RS, F80 M3,997 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Jupiter,FL iTrader: (0)	I have new '12 xdrive 35 and am getting the Dinan tune in 2weeks from the dealer. I will post my pre vs post thoughts. Warranty from my dealer is absolutely NO worry. My dealer will replace ANY part without any questions asked!
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