01-01-2018, 01:12 AM | #1 |
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New owner - Carly, top tips, first mods, etc
Hello everyone and happy new year!
I just purchased a 2012 X5 i35 premium. I've been reading the forum for a few days trying to absorb what I can. Few questions though : What is this magical Carly and where do I get it? Is it a device or an app? Google searches are mixed! What would you go back and tell yourself when you purchased your X5 based on what you know now? What are the first few things you'd modify for look/performance? Thanks for reading and I'm looking forward to contributing what I can here! |
01-01-2018, 01:36 PM | #2 |
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Carly is a dongle (adapter) you plug into your OBDII. Together with an app on your phone, you can quickly unlock lots of factory options unavailable via the iDrive menu. It’s definitely worth it. Do a web search to see all the functionality and cost. I bought my dongle on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Original-Carl.../dp/B00X3UYXM0
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01-03-2018, 07:01 PM | #5 |
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Garage List 2010 BMW 335d [8.50]
2010 X5 35d [0.00] 2006 BMW 760i [0.00] 2002 BMW e39 540i S ... [0.00] 2014 BMW X5M [0.00] 1988 Pontiac GTA [0.00] 2005 KTM 950 Adventure [0.00] 2007 KTM 990 Adventure [0.00] 2012 BMW GS650GS Se ... [0.00] 2001 KTM 520EXC [0.00] 1989 Chevy IROC ASC ... [0.00] 1984 Dodge Ramcharg ... [0.00] 1997 Husaberg FC600 [0.00] 2015 Can-Am Outland ... [0.00] 2004 Ford F350 Supe ... [0.00] |
Unfortunately, it does not since the last update over a year ago.
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01-03-2018, 09:05 PM | #6 |
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Not true at least for my Carly which I bought about 9-10 months ago. I’ve been able to easily read temps on my 35d. I just keep the Carly in my glovebox so when I’m going on road trips where my speed is consistent, I hook it up and I’ve been able to determine my thermostat is slowly failing.
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01-03-2018, 10:01 PM | #7 |
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Garage List 2010 BMW 335d [8.50]
2010 X5 35d [0.00] 2006 BMW 760i [0.00] 2002 BMW e39 540i S ... [0.00] 2014 BMW X5M [0.00] 1988 Pontiac GTA [0.00] 2005 KTM 950 Adventure [0.00] 2007 KTM 990 Adventure [0.00] 2012 BMW GS650GS Se ... [0.00] 2001 KTM 520EXC [0.00] 1989 Chevy IROC ASC ... [0.00] 1984 Dodge Ramcharg ... [0.00] 1997 Husaberg FC600 [0.00] 2015 Can-Am Outland ... [0.00] 2004 Ford F350 Supe ... [0.00] |
Interesting, many forum members (including myself) report readings of 16091.00 as an engine temperature and erroneous boost readings. Better options for cheaper IMO. Love your handle, love my 2 d's but sure miss my e39's.
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01-04-2018, 10:30 AM | #8 |
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If I remember correctly “engine temperature” is the wrong selection as I was having the same issue. You have to select another parameter that will give you the correct readings. When I get home I’ll see if I can find it as I don’t remember off the top of my head.
Haha yeah I miss my E39 M5. Been playing with the idea of picking one up again as it was just a great handling car with plenty of power. |
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Garage List 2010 BMW 335d [8.50]
2010 X5 35d [0.00] 2006 BMW 760i [0.00] 2002 BMW e39 540i S ... [0.00] 2014 BMW X5M [0.00] 1988 Pontiac GTA [0.00] 2005 KTM 950 Adventure [0.00] 2007 KTM 990 Adventure [0.00] 2012 BMW GS650GS Se ... [0.00] 2001 KTM 520EXC [0.00] 1989 Chevy IROC ASC ... [0.00] 1984 Dodge Ramcharg ... [0.00] 1997 Husaberg FC600 [0.00] 2015 Can-Am Outland ... [0.00] 2004 Ford F350 Supe ... [0.00] |
Great! thanks Socale
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01-05-2018, 08:11 AM | #12 |
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Ok so I was able to confirm the parameter last night and you guys need to use “motor temperature” to get the correct reading.
Let me know if there is anything else I can check for you guys. |
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