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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-13-2012, 07:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,886
Posted By sasquatch
Nonsense. The flushing machines are designed to...

Nonsense. The flushing machines are designed to safely and carefully remove the fluid including the torque converter, which is nearly impossible to do with the "drop the pan and refill" method. I've...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-13-2012, 03:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,525
Posted By sasquatch
Picture isn't showing up. Let's try it again... ...

Picture isn't showing up. Let's try it again...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-13-2012, 03:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,525
Posted By sasquatch
Where is the headlight ground? I reviewed the...

Where is the headlight ground? I reviewed the diagram at RealOEM and found nothing. I suspect the ballast case is the grounding point but maybe I'm wrong.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-13-2012, 02:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,525
Posted By sasquatch
So I've been reading about BMW HID problems and...

So I've been reading about BMW HID problems and one of the things that keeps popping up is to check grounds. Apparently the rear tailights have a poorly designed grounding system which can cause...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-13-2012, 01:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,525
Posted By sasquatch
Factory low beam HID issue

I wanted some feedback on a small problem I'm having with my factory low beam HID headlights. 2002 4.4i model with 120K miles. Pretty sure it still has the original battery, so that might be the root...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-07-2012, 08:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 12,134
Posted By sasquatch
And check out this forum thread: Philips...

And check out this forum thread:

Philips 85122 CM and 85122 WX (http://www.hidplanet.com/forums/showthread.php?36573-Philips-85122-CM-and-85122-WX)

Interesting discussion about fake Philips...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-07-2012, 05:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 12,134
Posted By sasquatch
I edited the post.......85122wx. Suppose to...

I edited the post.......85122wx. Suppose to replace the 85122+ lamps.

And from what I've read on other forums there are fake Philips lamps being sold on places like Ebay. I bought mine from an...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-07-2012, 05:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 12,134
Posted By sasquatch
Yeah I already got a set of Philips 85122wx lamps...

Yeah I already got a set of Philips 85122wx lamps for pretty cheap.

Can you maybe go into the differences between the different 85122 D2S lamps?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-07-2012, 02:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 12,134
Posted By sasquatch
Yeah I have the four (two on each side) washer...

Yeah I have the four (two on each side) washer jets which sit on top of the bumper cover. I looked at it last night and figure I might be able to wiggle the headlights out if I'm careful. Those...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-06-2012, 06:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 12,134
Posted By sasquatch
Bringing this back from the dead......I've got to...

Bringing this back from the dead......I've got to replace my low beam HID lamps but I have the headlight washers on the bumper. I assume you guys do not have this option? I can pull the headlight out...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-05-2012, 06:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,627
Posted By sasquatch
Be careful with the inexpensive cluster repairs....

Be careful with the inexpensive cluster repairs. It can be hit and miss in terms of quality.

I personally used North Hollywood Speedometer to fix my gauge cluster. Granted, I had a few other...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-03-2012, 01:45 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 38,670
Posted By sasquatch
How so? Don't just make a empty statement. Tell...

How so? Don't just make a empty statement. Tell me why. :stickpoke
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-30-2011, 03:59 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 38,670
Posted By sasquatch
Let me say something......I think the majority of...

Let me say something......I think the majority of you are a little misinformed about transmission fluid changes. The ONLY proper way to change the fluid is to have it power flushed and filled by a...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-29-2011, 03:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,525
Posted By sasquatch
Could be one of several things but the very first...

Could be one of several things but the very first thing to check is the sway bar end links. The ball joints tend to wear pretty fast. And DO NOT use cheap aftermarket replacement parts. Buy either...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-27-2011, 01:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,166
Posted By sasquatch
The Range Rover can go places the BMW can not. It...

The Range Rover can go places the BMW can not. It was designed, in part by BMW, to actually go offroad and be used in harsh environments. The biggest difference is the suspension.

If I had my...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-20-2011, 06:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,592
Posted By sasquatch
I just don't understand why/how this would fail....

I just don't understand why/how this would fail. Timing chains and the associated bits and pieces are suppose to last a very long time (compared to timing belts).

What actually "failed" on your...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-19-2011, 04:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,788
Posted By sasquatch
Assuming you can actually get to the bolt, which...

Assuming you can actually get to the bolt, which would require removal of the radiator.

Indy shop said they could fix it for under $500 including new parts to get it running again.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-19-2011, 03:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,788
Posted By sasquatch
What are the odds.......belt tensioner bracket bolt snapped off

So, I replaced the waterpump, belts, t-stat, and a few other things about a month ago. Been running great....until now.

I suspect the belt tensioner pulley for the A/C condenser belt seized which...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-16-2011, 03:32 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,873
Posted By sasquatch
CCV post #345,987,320 - need confirmation of part

So, I'm replacing the oil separator and related hoses on my 2002 4.4i model. Already ordered the hoses and separator (item #1 below) but I was told by my Indy shop to replace the "oil valve" too...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-15-2011, 01:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,441
Posted By sasquatch
Have you checked for fault codes? That should be...

Have you checked for fault codes? That should be your first step. Take it to either a good Indy shop or the nearest BMW stealership to be scanned. Just because you don't have a CEL doesn't mean there...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-08-2011, 02:27 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,076
Posted By sasquatch
I replaced a failed water pump on my 2002 4.4i a...

I replaced a failed water pump on my 2002 4.4i a week ago. I used OE BMW parts ordered through ECS Tuning. My vehicle had 114K miles on it before total failure of the bearing. I mean, it DESTROYED...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-28-2011, 01:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,635
Posted By sasquatch
Most likely the problem is the conact area where...

Most likely the problem is the conact area where the buld fits has been "burned" away due to arcing. BMW uses a poorly designed bulb "busing" system in which the bulbs can move or otherwise vibrate...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-25-2011, 12:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 9,928
Posted By sasquatch
Harbor Freight Tools has a great deal on two...

Harbor Freight Tools has a great deal on two strap wrenches for $4. Much cheaper than buying the "special" tool.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-24-2011, 06:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 9,928
Posted By sasquatch
Actually, my father (old school shade tree mech)...

Actually, my father (old school shade tree mech) suggested using a used drive belt, rubber hose, or one of those flexible pipe wrenches. Wrap it around the WP pulley to hold it while loosening the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-24-2011, 05:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 9,928
Posted By sasquatch
What does the tool look like? Is it this tool? ...

What does the tool look like? Is it this tool?

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