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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-17-2008, 02:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,318
Posted By joegoodrich
I installed the axis deluxe pads and new brembo...

I installed the axis deluxe pads and new brembo (factory match) rotors which are solid -- not cross drilled nor slotted.

I bedded the pads as advised.

In my opinion, the new pad/rotor...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-11-2008, 08:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,579
Posted By joegoodrich
SES P0170, P0430, P1174, P0173

I've done some searching on the forum and found that many peopel have had problems with the SES light.

I've got a 2000 4.4 with 78K. I've been battling the SES for several months.

These are...
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 11-20-2007, 10:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,180
Posted By joegoodrich
They estimated 2 hours labor at $113 hour. Don't...

They estimated 2 hours labor at $113 hour. Don't we all know that BMW mechanics are brain surgeons and require the be compensated as such. :)
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 11-20-2007, 06:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,180
Posted By joegoodrich
Rear Brakes

This is the estimate I just got from the dealer. I'm going to do it myself instead ... I just ordered Axis pads, and brembo rotors and the sensor online.

DEALER REAR BRAKES ESTIMATE:
2 Rotors...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-31-2007, 01:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,405
Posted By joegoodrich
I'm glad to see that you guys are getting around...

I'm glad to see that you guys are getting around 23mpg on longer trips. We have taken 2 other trips that were about 300 miles each -- all freeway. We have always gotten about 17-17.5 mpg. I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-31-2007, 01:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,405
Posted By joegoodrich
You are probably right. But I reset the...

You are probably right. But I reset the consumption #2 at fill up. I changed the avg speed when I was about 20 miles away from home thats why it said 57mph.

Before that the avg was around...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-31-2007, 12:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,405
Posted By joegoodrich
23.0 MPG

Over the last 5000 miles our X has averaged 17.1 mpg with moderate in town driving and a couple of road trips.

I've been reading a bunch of articles on the web regarding adding Acetone to the gas...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-27-2007, 08:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,867
Posted By joegoodrich
I have a spare amp. The P/N is 65.12-8 379 376 ...

I have a spare amp. The P/N is 65.12-8 379 376

I attached a pic of the connector.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-26-2007, 12:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,544
Posted By joegoodrich
My 2000 4.4 with 74k just started doing the same...

My 2000 4.4 with 74k just started doing the same thing.

It was fine till it went to the dealer for an oil change. Ever since it has had a cold knock which goes away after about a minute. It does...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-26-2007, 12:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,867
Posted By joegoodrich
What system do you have? Navigation or Standard...

What system do you have? Navigation or Standard and do you have DSP.

I have a spare amp that worked with my system.... which is navigation - no dsp.

In my system the head unit up front is...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-26-2007, 12:09 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 9,752
Posted By joegoodrich
This is great a thread......NOT

It sure is interesting that such a great forum with tons of useful information has been reduced to WHINING about a license plate bracket.

This one time in band camp.... I saw this guy who...
Forum: The Lounge 06-17-2007, 03:56 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,924
Posted By joegoodrich
:popcorn: Its interesting to see what people have...

:popcorn: Its interesting to see what people have to cruise around in. :thumbup:
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-15-2007, 12:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,585
Posted By joegoodrich
******Update********* I started with the P0170...

******Update*********
I started with the P0170 code which was identified as the O2 sensor on bank 1. I replaced the sensor and cleared the code. The SES light was off for about 500 miles now it is...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-08-2007, 03:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,303
Posted By joegoodrich
Which aftermarket lights do you have? I might...

Which aftermarket lights do you have? I might consider them if the fix goes bad.

I'm suprised that BMW uses such a stupid design. It seems like most other manufacturers use a plug in type...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-08-2007, 03:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,303
Posted By joegoodrich
Brake Light -- False Warnings

We have been plagued by the false warnings of 'Check Brake Lights'.

I found the problem today... See attached pictures.

The foam seal can let water through and can cause corrosion. Also over...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 04-24-2007, 12:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,791
Posted By joegoodrich
I realized that I have 42 pin connector listed in...

I realized that I have 42 pin connector listed in the article. Both the grey and black connector have to be released from the main connector that hooks to the amplifier.

I got it hooked up and it...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 04-23-2007, 01:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,791
Posted By joegoodrich
Hooking Sub Amp to Factory Stereo

I have read through the article on tapping into the rear speakers to get high level input for installing an aftermarket sub amp.

The article lists the wires to connect to for DSP and for non-DSP...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 04-22-2007, 06:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,541
Posted By joegoodrich
Tom -- thanks for the link... I'll place an...

Tom -- thanks for the link... I'll place an order.

How do I know if my BM53 works with aux input? Otherwise I will just use my DICE controller for the iPod.
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 04-22-2007, 06:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,541
Posted By joegoodrich
Okay, I am getting ready to replace my radio...

Okay, I am getting ready to replace my radio module. My X5 is a 00 and has a BM C43 with round pins.

I'm going to replace it with the BM53 that has flat pins and is coded for my nav.

I have...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 04-10-2007, 06:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,541
Posted By joegoodrich
The right channel (Front and Back) always sounds...

The right channel (Front and Back) always sounds good. The left channel (Front and Back) starts out good and goes to crap after about 5-15 minutes but only on the CD Changer input. If it goes bad...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 04-10-2007, 02:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,541
Posted By joegoodrich
I do have NAV. I looked in the trunk and on...

I do have NAV. I looked in the trunk and on www.realoem.com for the BM53. I can't find it. The CD changer cord looks like it runs forward in the car towards the head unit. I am planning on...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 04-07-2007, 04:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,541
Posted By joegoodrich
Followup: I reinstalled the CD changer to...

Followup:

I reinstalled the CD changer to eliminate DICE problems. The CD audio is fine until after about 5 to 15 minutes then the left channel gets very distorted.

I figured it might be an...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 03-22-2007, 06:16 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,541
Posted By joegoodrich
purchased from bsw

purchased from bsw
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 03-21-2007, 11:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,541
Posted By joegoodrich
CD Changer/DICE -- Amplifier Problem???

On my 2000 X5 4.4... I recently began to have audio problems with the CD changer. The left channel would sound very distorted like a blown speaker after about 5 minutes of listening. Sounds fine in...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-21-2007, 03:31 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 842
Posted By joegoodrich
Audio Problem CD Changer and DICE

On my 2000 X5 4.4... I recently began to have audio problems with the CD changer. The left channel would sound very distorted like a blown speaker after about 5 minutes of listening. Sounds fine...
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