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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-31-2013, 02:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 806
Posted By pieter4458
Alternator trouble 4.8is

I suspect the alternator in my 4.8is is not charging at all. The car died on me today and went into limp mode before it cut out. When trying to start the car again, the battery was totally drained...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-31-2013, 02:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 721
Posted By pieter4458
Alternator trouble 4.8is

I suspect the alternator in my 4.8is is not charging at all. The car died on me today and went into limp mode before it cut out. When trying to start the car again, the battery was totally drained...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-07-2013, 04:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,605
Posted By pieter4458
Air Suspension pump can be repaired

I have good news to all the members suffering with an inactive suspension message and they know there is not a leak in the system. In my case the problem was that the air pump works, but delivered...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-07-2013, 01:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,107
Posted By pieter4458
transfer case actuator repair

Suddenly a few warning lights appeared (ABS, DSC and 4X4) on my dashboard and then the local technician diagnosed the problem as the Transfer Case Actuator. From various forums I have learned that...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-05-2013, 12:50 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 14,465
Posted By pieter4458
As promised: I did the conversion and can...

As promised:

I did the conversion and can report back: it works!!

I do not know for how long, but the compressor ring conversion is easy to do, cost minimal compared to a new pump and pumps...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-22-2013, 12:29 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 14,465
Posted By pieter4458
I am in contact with the man in Scotland and he...

I am in contact with the man in Scotland and he told me he is in the process of manufacturing a few more units. The problem is it is not a mass production factory and we have to be patient.

I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-19-2013, 02:35 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 14,465
Posted By pieter4458
I did more research and found this PDF file on...

I did more research and found this PDF file on the web. I assume it is from the same guy selling on the ebay, as the spec looks the same. Check this out:
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-19-2013, 12:31 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 14,465
Posted By pieter4458
Something interesting I have noticed on e-bay. ...

Something interesting I have noticed on e-bay. There is a guy in the UK selling a Repair kit for these pumps. It consist of a "O" ring, spring loaded compression ring and two bolts. check it out:...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-12-2013, 12:47 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 14,465
Posted By pieter4458
Thanks, then I have to start sourcing for new one.

Thanks, then I have to start sourcing for new one.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-12-2013, 12:22 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 14,465
Posted By pieter4458
Feedback time. I took the pump out and did some...

Feedback time. I took the pump out and did some test on it. My problem is I do not know what the spec should be:

1. The pump works very good on 12v and there is no noticeable decrease in speed...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-12-2013, 10:51 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 14,465
Posted By pieter4458
thanks for the advise. Please help with the...

thanks for the advise. Please help with the following questions:

1. If I disconnect the air pipe from the compressor, will the air suspension deflate?
2. How do I get the pipe out of the quick...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-11-2013, 02:01 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 14,465
Posted By pieter4458
The error code you mention is the same as mine....

The error code you mention is the same as mine. If I am not mistaken then it sounds as if the pump is pumping against a resistance as it starts good but slows down just before it stops. The BMW...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-11-2013, 12:48 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 14,465
Posted By pieter4458
air suspension pump problems 4.8is

I sit with a problem that is not the normal air strut leaking or car lowering problem, but the following:

1. The suspension height level stays constant at 715mm over a period of 2 months. The...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-21-2012, 02:04 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 16,779
Posted By pieter4458
Is there a way to recondition the compressor? A...

Is there a way to recondition the compressor? A new one will cost more than a arm and a leg
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-21-2012, 12:14 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 16,779
Posted By pieter4458
I monitored my vehicle since my last post and...

I monitored my vehicle since my last post and noticed the following:

1. The height on all 4 corners stays more or less constant over a period of 14 days.
2. The reset of the error code only...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-14-2012, 01:55 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 77,273
Posted By pieter4458
Let me stir again! If you go ahead and...

Let me stir again!

If you go ahead and replace the valve stem seals, do you buy again the useless original OEM seals, or can you go after market?

Any specific brand?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-14-2012, 09:44 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 77,273
Posted By pieter4458
To do the compressed air method is much cheaper,...

To do the compressed air method is much cheaper, but are the valve guides not shot as well when the seals goes?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2012, 03:47 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 77,273
Posted By pieter4458
I am so glad there is more people in the world...

I am so glad there is more people in the world feeling this way. The bad thing is the Dealer knows this and let you run the the maintenance plan out and tel you bull shit stories of vent valves and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2012, 11:22 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 16,779
Posted By pieter4458
The statement: "we all *think* that the...

The statement: "we all *think* that the compressor may be weak" is true and it can be the problem on mine as well. A few moths ago a technician tested mine and found the armature to be full of...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-12-2012, 02:43 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 77,273
Posted By pieter4458
The car is just out of its maintenance plan...

The car is just out of its maintenance plan period (100 000km plan) and it is a 2005 4.8is with 110000km.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-12-2012, 12:20 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 77,273
Posted By pieter4458
N62 engine valve stem seals

I sit with a engine doing the smoke screen trick at traffic lights or then crawling in traffic and then accelerating. Feedback from my mech i that the N62 engine - 4.8is is a valve stem seal problem...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-12-2012, 08:03 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 16,779
Posted By pieter4458
This is the funny point, it does not go lower...

This is the funny point, it does not go lower than a certain height, even if it is parked for 2 weeks. I did this last month and then after 2 weeks the famous "air suspension inactive" message came...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-12-2012, 07:38 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 16,779
Posted By pieter4458
I checked the two front lines at the control...

I checked the two front lines at the control valve, next to the accumulator and could not find any leaks. The next step is to check the line connection on the top of the airbags for airleaks. If...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-11-2012, 04:06 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 16,779
Posted By pieter4458
TwinTurboGTR, I think you can be right. When...

TwinTurboGTR, I think you can be right. When selecting to the higher level it takes longer than it used to do. I will test and report back.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-11-2012, 02:46 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 16,779
Posted By pieter4458
At one stage I suspected the o-ring on the...

At one stage I suspected the o-ring on the pressure switch and replaced it, causing the accumulator to be re-filled and a computer reset to default.

After the reset the height returned to normal,...
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