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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-21-2014, 09:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,287
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
To answer your question in short, Original...

To answer your question in short, Original Transmission and Engine were still in the vehicle.

However if your interest is further peaked then the story unfolds to reveal a long lasting bond...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-20-2014, 07:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,287
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
Ten years, one month, and 213680 miles. The end.

Today is the close of a decade long chapter in the long history if the an Ultimate Driving Machune. After ten long years and 213,680 miles my BMW X 4.4i finally had to be returned to the dealer.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-14-2014, 11:32 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 934
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
X Drive on Ice and Snow

This week has been an interesting one here in the sand hills of North Carolina. As many of you may have heard the South East has been getting a little snow and ice this week. I love it. Reminds me...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-06-2014, 10:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,343
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
I had this problem twice. After a half mile of...

I had this problem twice. After a half mile of driving it would go away.
It went away after a fluid and filter change each time.
I think the darn automatic transmissions just consume more fluid...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-13-2014, 12:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,275
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
I have heard the blower motor sounds for a little...

I have heard the blower motor sounds for a little while. It is a very faint sound though.
I replaced the battery in 2011.

In 2011 when the alternator went bad I did not get any warning until...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-13-2014, 11:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,275
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
Recently I had a battery problem while over the...

Recently I had a battery problem while over the holiday. Overnight (December 25-26) the battery dicharged enough where the engine would not turn over yet I still had instrument cluster lights. I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-02-2014, 03:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,722
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
I agree. My mechanic cracked/broke my sensor...

I agree. My mechanic cracked/broke my sensor while doing some other work and he felt it was important enough to replce it which he paid for.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-31-2013, 09:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,891
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
Update to the maintenance: Add these to the list:...

Update to the maintenance: Add these to the list:

Valve Cover Gaskets replaced around 165-170k miles
Transmission service was done again at 180k miles
Alignment done at the dealer - First time...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-26-2013, 05:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 968
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
I do plan on having it checked when I return to...

I do plan on having it checked when I return to Carolina.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-26-2013, 04:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 968
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
Battery almost dead?

This morning I went out to start the X and the Battery gave me the dead/too low clicking. That's odd because it was fine yesterday. I put the charger on it for about 20 minutes and then it started...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-24-2013, 03:23 PM
Replies: 17,692
Views: 3,862,544
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
It wasn't today, however last Friday I had the...

It wasn't today, however last Friday I had the transmission fluid/filter service done and the transfer case fluid changed. The transmission was doing the 1st gear slam at take off and a little bit...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-21-2013, 11:02 AM
Replies: 17,692
Views: 3,862,544
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
Today, I'm having the Timing Chain Cover Gasket...

Today, I'm having the Timing Chain Cover Gasket replaced. I'm using a local shop in Hope Mills, NC. I have asked them to send me pictures of the timing chain and guides when they get into it. If they...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-30-2013, 03:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,385
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
Does anyone have an answer to the questions I...

Does anyone have an answer to the questions I listed in the original post?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-10-2013, 09:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,385
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
Engine Idle RPMs

I've noticed that my engine’s RPMs are a little sporadic whether at a stop in gear or in Park. According to my OBDII adaptor and application the RPMs seem to bounce from as low as 570 up to 620 RPMs....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-04-2013, 01:13 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 36,950
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
I hit the 206206 miles with 206 miles of fuel...

I hit the 206206 miles with 206 miles of fuel range the other day.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-19-2013, 09:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,035
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
Yes. I have had the driver side front and the...

Yes. I have had the driver side front and the passenger side rear window regulators give me trouble. It was the clips on the front and the actual cable broke on the rear.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-16-2013, 03:57 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,115
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
Update: I drove to the office and did some work....

Update: I drove to the office and did some work. Well I wouldnt call it work.

Left to go see the local mechanic and when I started the vehicle the compressor engaged and inflated the air...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-16-2013, 12:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,115
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
I replaced the left Air Spring this morning -...

I replaced the left Air Spring this morning - Very easy in my opinion.

The compressor is not running and inflating the bag. Is there a reset function I need to perform?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-12-2013, 08:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,115
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
I added that to the signature shortly after the...

I added that to the signature shortly after the original post. It is a jpg. Doesn't change automatically. That would be neat though.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-10-2013, 12:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,115
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
Thanks to everyone for their input. After...

Thanks to everyone for their input.

After some inspection it appears that the air bag may be the problem.

It filled up this morning but deflated in less than a quarter of a mile.
Replacing the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-09-2013, 08:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,115
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
Will it be a problem driving on it until next...

Will it be a problem driving on it until next week when I can get it into the shop?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-09-2013, 08:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,115
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
Left Rear Suspension Lowered

What would cause only the left rear suspension to lower?

The Self Leveling Suspension Inactive error message is being displayed, however I do not have that option installed.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-18-2013, 11:49 AM
Replies: 1,137
Views: 256,882
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
No. The timing chain and guides appear to be OK....

No. The timing chain and guides appear to be OK. I keep the oil full and change it now every 7000 miles. I might change it sooner as it does consume a bit in that time period. I use Liqui Molly oil....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-18-2013, 08:16 AM
Replies: 1,137
Views: 256,882
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
I finally made it to the 200,000 mile club! She...

I finally made it to the 200,000 mile club!
She still runs and looks great!
https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/1000185_10201286606277411_27943141_n.jpg
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-28-2012, 08:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,251
Posted By 2004_BMWX5_4.4i
After reading a few posts it does seem expensive....

After reading a few posts it does seem expensive.

I'll have to get a few quotes

However the quote did include replacing the transmission mount also.

189,350 miles

Just looked at the...
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