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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-04-2012, 07:37 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,301
Posted By PeteG
My priorities are reliable transportation and a...

My priorities are reliable transportation and a great ride. I don't really care about having a new car as long as mine is reliable and still enjoyable to ride. If it was a Ford or GM, etc, I would...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-03-2012, 03:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,301
Posted By PeteG
I know it's my decision, but would you replace...

I know it's my decision, but would you replace the tranny w a rebuild or just get rid of the car. Decisions....I'm so used to my car
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-03-2012, 02:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,301
Posted By PeteG
Ok, just went to the shop. The code reads as a...

Ok, just went to the shop. The code reads as a faulty 2nd gear in the tranny. He said he wouldn't bother changing tranny fluid. Says tranny is gonna eventually fail and either need replacement and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-03-2012, 12:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,301
Posted By PeteG
Thanks for replies so far. I'm gonna take it in,...

Thanks for replies so far. I'm gonna take it in, he can check fluid level and change fluid.

Is it possible, difficult (and cheaper) to put in a manual tranny?

Also, anyone have any ideas how...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-03-2012, 10:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,301
Posted By PeteG
Need input on transmission slipping

Hi all,

It's been a long time since I've been on this board. My 2001 3.0i is at about 196k and overall runs strong, no rust, great engine. The other day on a cold wet day I started it up and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-31-2010, 03:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,040
Posted By PeteG
Yes, but I didn't know which one. Was easy enough...

Yes, but I didn't know which one. Was easy enough to quick disconnect the battery.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-31-2010, 01:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,040
Posted By PeteG
Actually, I just got the fan shut off by...

Actually, I just got the fan shut off by disconnecting the negative on the batterry. When I reconnected, the fan stayed off. But I will not re-start the car until I've replaced the fsr. I'm assuming...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-31-2010, 01:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,040
Posted By PeteG
Need help shutting off fan!

OK, so be researching here on Xoutpost, I figure I have a final stage resistor problem. (thanks, gang!) Whenever I shut my car off today, the interior fan keeps running. It's still running now after...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-15-2010, 06:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,563
Posted By PeteG
Thanks, guys. I think I'll swap both headlight...

Thanks, guys. I think I'll swap both headlight assemblies (obviously, not fitted into the car) and fire them up. A slight bit easier than disconnecting/reconnecting ballasts.

If I do need to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-15-2010, 04:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,563
Posted By PeteG
Help-bad ballast??

So, I've been having chronic problems w/ my driver's side low-beam (xenon) not turning on (often when cold and/or very wet out). Now, the low beam won't go on at all. I had a spare matching xenon...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-15-2010, 03:48 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 945
Posted By PeteG
Never mind. I got it! ;)

Never mind. I got it! ;)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-15-2010, 02:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 945
Posted By PeteG
Question Help-removing xenon bulb from assembly.

Ok, I saw Zulu's post, I know this should be an easy one. The problem is: I can't seem to "twist off" the black ring holding the xenon bulb in place. It seems really stck on there. Is there some...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-24-2008, 12:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 21,506
Posted By PeteG
Having it towed to my local indie shop today....

Having it towed to my local indie shop today. Thanks to you all for all your help!!:thumbup:
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-23-2008, 03:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 21,506
Posted By PeteG
Yeah, carmel/milky residue is there, and I've...

Yeah, carmel/milky residue is there, and I've never seen it there before when adding a bit of oil. Thanks, I think you're right on. I'm dropping off at my local shop this weekend so they can get...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-23-2008, 02:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 21,506
Posted By PeteG
OK, slight revision....

I just pulled the car out of the garage into brighter sunlight and looked under the hood. If I look down in the mid to lower sections under the hoos, I see signs of what may be some engine oil....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-23-2008, 01:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 21,506
Posted By PeteG
Help! Burning rubber smell and smoke from under hood!

Hi Everyone! I haven't posted here in quite some time-not sure who would remember me. Anyway, this prodigal son has a question. Last night towards the end of my drive home from the airport (about 45...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-08-2007, 07:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,764
Posted By PeteG
Thanks for the input. Mine is way out of warranty...

Thanks for the input. Mine is way out of warranty (just about 100k miles on an '01). That's why I always consider the DYI if it's in reason.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-08-2007, 08:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,764
Posted By PeteG
Are you suggesting a DYI? If so, how easy/hard is...

Are you suggesting a DYI? If so, how easy/hard is it. Any info is greatly appreciated.
Forum: The Lounge 06-07-2007, 09:14 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,157
Posted By PeteG
I started on RF in summer '01, moved to BF, and...

I started on RF in summer '01, moved to BF, and came to X5 World ever since. haven't beeen posting much lately, but still lurking.;) It's nothing aginst this board, just been WAYYYY busy. This is...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-07-2007, 09:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,764
Posted By PeteG
What did they need to paint?:dunno:

What did they need to paint?:dunno:
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-07-2007, 05:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,764
Posted By PeteG
Unhappy Exterior door handle not opening door.

Hi all,

All of a sudden today, my driver's side exterior door handle decided to malfunction. When I pull the door handle (unlocked) from outside, nothing happens. I'm not sure if the cable snapped...
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 04-04-2007, 11:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,706
Posted By PeteG
Tire replacement question...

I currently have my snows on the X5, which i keep on dedicated rims. I went downstairs to peek at my spring/summer/fall wheels in the basement to see how they were wearing (Had an alignment done back...
Forum: The Lounge 03-26-2007, 12:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,747
Posted By PeteG
My CE credits are in less exotic locations...

My CE credits are in less exotic locations typically. For example, I'm going to Philly this weekend for a seminar. That's ok, though. When I go to a seminar, I want to actually go to the seminar and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-23-2007, 04:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,414
Posted By PeteG
Is it asking you for a radio code? Antitheft...

Is it asking you for a radio code? Antitheft device may need you to enter the radio code. Also, let the car run a couple of minutes if you notice any glitches/warning lights. They sometimes...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-23-2007, 09:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,414
Posted By PeteG
Self-bashing not necessary. I've asked many...

Self-bashing not necessary. I've asked many questions that are probably bordering on obvious to some. That's what this board is here for.:thumbup:
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