2004 E53 Project!!

[YazX5]

While in you're in that engine, replace the valve stem seals, it would suck if you got running good only to find out you have clouds of smoke coming out the exhaust. As for the air suspension, if only you had a good diagnostic tool like a snap on or autel maxisys but those are pricey. First thing I always do is hook it up to the scanner check the codes and then force the compressor to run to see if it works. If it doesn't it's burned and you need a new compressor, if it does then you know the compressor works and you have some other issue. Could be lucky and just do a reset of the system or it could possibly be the module. If it does run check for leaks in the hoses, bags, and the aluminum air storage container. Fortunately the rear bags are cheap, aftermarket from eBay starting at around 55 bucks or so. I would go with arnott rather than genuine Bmw. The front ones are more pricey. Anyways good luck with that and let us know with any questions, I've fixed a lot of X5 air suspensions both 2 axle and single axle. They are by far ALOT easier than benz suspension.

[williamx5]

Originally Posted by Awntchi

It all depends on what was wrong with the original system to start with? If the bags, sensors and compressor are good then I would keep it on air suspension. Did you reset the system for testing before you converted up coils?

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I was thinking the same thing!! I liked having the Air Ride when I first got the X, but never got a chance to use it after the engine rebuild... Now the trans EGS module program issue that is still keeping the X down... I'll calibrate everything after I check all the height sensors... I think one of them might be off a little...

I needed to move the X around outside since my garage is occupied with a larger project (that is now getting tossed due to the weather)... SOOOO, I did the swap prior to getting the coding working... Now that the coding is going, I triggered something in the Air Ride module using INPA when I was trying to get the EGS into SPORT mode so it would talk to the TCM...

I think I'll swap back... And with new front bags too... Maybe all four if the rear aren't too expensive... The front need to be new regardless...

Originally Posted by YazX5

While in you're in that engine, replace the valve stem seals, it would suck if you got running good only to find out you have clouds of smoke coming out the exhaust. As for the air suspension, if only you had a good diagnostic tool like a snap on or autel maxisys but those are pricey. First thing I always do is hook it up to the scanner check the codes and then force the compressor to run to see if it works. If it doesn't it's burned and you need a new compressor, if it does then you know the compressor works and you have some other issue. Could be lucky and just do a reset of the system or it could possibly be the module. If it does run check for leaks in the hoses, bags, and the aluminum air storage container. Fortunately the rear bags are cheap, aftermarket from eBay starting at around 55 bucks or so. I would go with arnott rather than genuine Bmw. The front ones are more pricey. Anyways good luck with that and let us know with any questions, I've fixed a lot of X5 air suspensions both 2 axle and single axle. They are by far ALOT easier than benz suspension.

Yes!! All great points... I did a complete tear down of the motor with new bearings and block conditioning... Heads were completely torn down and rebuilt with all new seals and gaskets... I even made my own bench-mounted valve spring compressor for this motor... It was pretty, sitting on the engine stand, right before it was to get installed... Looked like new, out of the box...

I got INPA, NCS Expert, and WinKFS to work in attempts to get my EGS trans module programmed (still working on that)... I got all this Air Ride working AFTER I did the coil swap.... I must have reset the Air Ride while I talking to the other modules in the vehicle... I have heard great things about Arnott... I did plan on going that route and will probably do all four corners...

Well, that is two in favor of swapping back... Three, if you count me too... So, I think I will swap back, but keep the parts on hand in event I need to keep it on the road in a hurry...

Thanks all!!! Gotta update my photobucket!! Out of room for more pictures...

Cheers for now!!

[YazX5]

Originally Posted by williamx5

I was thinking the same thing!! I liked having the Air Ride when I first got the X, but never got a chance to use it after the engine rebuild... Now the trans EGS module program issue that is still keeping the X down... I'll calibrate everything after I check all the height sensors... I think one of them might be off a little...

I needed to move the X around outside since my garage is occupied with a larger project (that is now getting tossed due to the weather)... SOOOO, I did the swap prior to getting the coding working... Now that the coding is going, I triggered something in the Air Ride module using INPA when I was trying to get the EGS into SPORT mode so it would talk to the TCM...

I think I'll swap back... And with new front bags too... Maybe all four if the rear aren't too expensive... The front need to be new regardless...




Yes!! All great points... I did a complete tear down of the motor with new bearings and block conditioning... Heads were completely torn down and rebuilt with all new seals and gaskets... I even made my own bench-mounted valve spring compressor for this motor... It was pretty, sitting on the engine stand, right before it was to get installed... Looked like new, out of the box...

I got INPA, NCS Expert, and WinKFS to work in attempts to get my EGS trans module programmed (still working on that)... I got all this Air Ride working AFTER I did the coil swap.... I must have reset the Air Ride while I talking to the other modules in the vehicle... I have heard great things about Arnott... I did plan on going that route and will probably do all four corners...

Well, that is two in favor of swapping back... Three, if you count me too... So, I think I will swap back, but keep the parts on hand in event I need to keep it on the road in a hurry...

Thanks all!!! Gotta update my photobucket!! Out of room for more pictures...

Cheers for now!!

Excuse my ignorance, I had no idea that this was a 15 page thread since March! Hahahahaha, nevertheless glad to hear that yours is running smoothly again, I have a little project brewing up on an 06 4.4 myself, some valve stem seals and 2 axle air suspension work. Hopefully it won't be too tedious and I look forward with working all of you in the future .

[williamx5]

Originally Posted by YazX5

Excuse my ignorance, I had no idea that this was a 15 page thread since March! Hahahahaha, nevertheless glad to hear that yours is running smoothly again, I have a little project brewing up on an 06 4.4 myself, some valve stem seals and 2 axle air suspension work. Hopefully it won't be too tedious and I look forward with working all of you in the future .

No worries at all!! Welcome to where the knowledge hangs out!! Don't hesitate to use that search function off to the right!! There is a wealth of info in there... It also helps us out to help you (in the event the search doesn't yield your desired info) if you could put your vehicle info in the signature block... That way it's always avail in the event you ask us a question...

Cheers!!!

[Awntchi]

William, when you say you accidently reset the air suspension...did the compressor kick in or was it disconnected at this point? I wouldn't spend money on new bags (especially the front ones) before testing the whole system as it is first. This is the reason why so many of us have converted to coils...we made the "calculation"

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[williamx5]

Originally Posted by Awntchi

William, when you say you accidently reset the air suspension...did the compressor kick in or was it disconnected at this point? I wouldn't spend money on new bags (especially the front ones) before testing the whole system as it is first. This is the reason why so many of us have converted to coils...we made the "calculation"

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Good day!

I did indeed... went into manual mode in INPA and operated all the valves and kicked the compressor on... I watched all the pressures rise and fall... I'll probably put the original system back in to verify all is well before investing in the bag replacement... maybe work the system a little while between the different modes, just to make sure it's responding correctly... I wish I had tomorrow off just to see if it will work...

I also have to get my EGS module in the right mode so I can actually drive the X! That is the main issue I have now!

Photobucket is back up to date, so pictures will be posted probably tomorrow morning...

Cheers all!

[JeffC]

Great work!!! Great pics.
When you remove th engine, you had the headers on, then install it without. Curious why? Was it easier that way?
When you put it back, did you lower in almost into position, put on the headers, fit the headers bolts to the exhaust pipe holes ?then lower it the rest of the way?
Thanks

[williamx5]

Originally Posted by JeffC

Great work!!! Great pics.
When you remove th engine, you had the headers on, then install it without. Curious why? Was it easier that way?
When you put it back, did you lower in almost into position, put on the headers, fit the headers bolts to the exhaust pipe holes ?then lower it the rest of the way?
Thanks

Wow, good question... Ummmm, I've done a couple other motor pulls since I installed the 4.4L... So, the memory is a little fuzzy... But, if I remember correctly, I figured it would be easier to get to the motor mount bolts with the manifolds out... And the header for the drivers side was really close to the steering shaft... I'm not sure if I mentioned any of this in the postings, but I found the driver side EASIER to get installed despite the lack of room compared to the passenger side that had tons of room... I had to lift the motor up a couple inches to get the pass side in... If I had it to do over, I would have set the pass side in place (like I did the drivers side this past time) and wiggled the drivers side in afterwards... I'm not sure if all of yous are aware, but the manifolds are held in place by a short stud and nut at the end... I went to great lengths to get the nuts off the studs so the studs would be in the block prior to install... These hold the gaskets in place while fitting the manifold...

So, good question and I hope this helped...

Thanks for viewing!!!

Cheers!!!

[williamx5]

Good day all!

So, I'm having trouble getting my used EGS coded or programed with my VIN and configure for SPORT mode... I figured I would post some inquires on here due to the other guys not providing much info.... alas, there is no 'Coding' section... think we could add one? A lot of us are getting good at this stuff and it's becoming easier for us DIY'rs to handle this at home vice hauling the vehicle to the stealership!

Thoughts?

Cheers all!

[YazX5]

Updated E53 EGS w/SP-Daten 53.3 - now transmission in fail safe mode - BMW forum. Diagnostics, coding, programming, repair BMW vehicles.

It looks like this guy might've had the same issue as you. I know little to nothing about programming but we should start a coding section on here, nearly everything in these cars can be programmed. Anyways maybe shoot that guy a ok if he's still active might be of some assistance.