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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-14-2016, 06:34 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 150,253
Posted By x5glenn
I just got done doing ths repair and did it your...

I just got done doing ths repair and did it your way leaving it on the car. It was surprisingly easy. I only removed the support frame, disconnected the driveshaft and bungee corded it to the exhaust...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-19-2013, 02:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,108
Posted By x5glenn
Tail light problem is an easy fix

Both of my tail lights on my 2002 x5 were throwing error codes with good bulbs. Took out tail lamps..easy only three 8mm nuts each. Check metal contact ring (circuit board as they call it) where...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-28-2013, 10:22 AM
Replies: 289
Views: 139,659
Posted By x5glenn
Just installed the tow package on my 2002 X5.

That was the best DIY project I have ever done. Turned out great. Thanks for the info!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-15-2013, 04:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,714
Posted By x5glenn
Well i am going to need them in about six months...

Well i am going to need them in about six months if I decide to go that route. How much are you asking and what is the condition? Rebuilt are fairly cheap with the core return but not sure if f i...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-15-2013, 04:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,714
Posted By x5glenn
Re

It does not pull to one side when braking so I am guessing the pads on that side were dragging. I clean and lube the carrier where the pad ends touch. When I coast the car in neutral it doesn't...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-15-2013, 03:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,714
Posted By x5glenn
Re

Thanks for the helpful info. I just did a pad change and had severe uneven pad wear. The passenger side piston side pad was near metal to metal and the driver side was only about half worn. I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-15-2013, 01:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,714
Posted By x5glenn
Hi

I bought the rotors off a online site so I have rotors for a 4.6. I got them by mistake since I thought I was buying the 3.0 rotors. Now that I have them though I was wondering if I can just buy...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-07-2013, 11:14 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 922
Posted By x5glenn
Disa flap gasket

I did the disa flap #139 vitron gasket fix 3 days ago and my service engine soon light finally went out. I had a vacuum leak from the original seal and dug out the orange seal on the disa and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-07-2013, 11:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,714
Posted By x5glenn
?

I really can't figure it out but I can tell you I ordered rotors online and got the 4.6 ones by mistake so a already have the rotors, however I have uneven pad wear and feel that the original...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-07-2013, 02:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,714
Posted By x5glenn
Will 2002 x5 4.6 front caliper and rotor fit a 3.0?

I have a 2002 X5 3.0. Will calipers and rotors for a 4.6 X5 fit? Are the brackets the same size for bolting to the 3.0? I have 22" wheels so I should have enough space for the larger rotor. Also...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-23-2011, 05:42 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,371
Posted By x5glenn
Final stage unit question

My blower has been acting up so I got a new fsu. It worked for about 15 minutes and then went out. Every time I drove the car I got about 15 minutes but also the max would not work. I returned...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-23-2011, 05:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,226
Posted By x5glenn
Free door handle fix

I followed this diy and it was very informative.

http://www.xoutpost.com/articles/x5/body-style/55388-e53-broken-outside-door-handle-fix.html

However I have a spin on it that allows you to not...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-17-2011, 09:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,896
Posted By x5glenn
I changed the plugs as well

And no oil. I would say cocoa brown and dry.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-17-2011, 08:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,896
Posted By x5glenn
Help with Fault codes...rough idle

2002 3.0 X5

peake codes

19 table

E4 - o2 sensor 1-3
E3 - o2 sensor 4-6
CA - o2 sensor limit 1-3
C6 - catalytic converter efficiency
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-08-2010, 09:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,905
Posted By x5glenn
water pump at indy for $375

was going to try to do the diy water pump install but found a local shop that would do it for $375. can't beat that price by much. dealer wanted over $1000!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-06-2009, 11:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,744
Posted By x5glenn
you have a diy link for that. type of paint,...

you have a diy link for that. type of paint, colors, etc...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-06-2009, 12:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,744
Posted By x5glenn
2002 X5 on 22's

thumbs up or thumbs down? :thumbup:
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-06-2009, 12:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 805
Posted By x5glenn
Rough idle / check engine soon light

had a real rough idle in my 2002 3.0 x5 this morning where it felt like it was really going to hurt the pocketbook. it sat for about a week or two since lately we have been favoring the 3 series...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-21-2009, 06:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 42,811
Posted By x5glenn
Major A/C Climate control problem? easy fix!

2002 BMW X5 3.0

Let me give you some background on what problems I had:

First off, I was experiencing erradic blowing out of the A/C vents. This was solved by a DIY post for Blower Motor...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-09-2008, 11:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 971
Posted By x5glenn
RE: electrical help?

i kinda lucked out i think. i would have to jiggle my ignition a few times back and forth before the radio and other stuff would come on and i did that for about 4 months. it was a hassle but i...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-19-2008, 12:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 971
Posted By x5glenn
Electrical help? Radio/Steering wheel controls

My Radio and Steering wheel controls sometimes take a few seconds to several minutes to become functional after my x5 is started. Radio will be blank and sw controls will be completely dead (lights...
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