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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-12-2016, 12:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 48,284
Posted By gregk
Great video for the actuator. I changed that...

Great video for the actuator. I changed that about 60000 kms before the transfer case failed. So change your transfer case oil and hope it lasts past 200,000kms.

I have now fitted a new transfer...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-19-2015, 10:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 48,284
Posted By gregk
The lucky thing for me is that I did not buy this...

The lucky thing for me is that I did not buy this car. A relative of mine did.
He bought it online. He has experience with new ones in Thailand and gets rid of them after 5 years. So I have to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-19-2015, 09:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 48,284
Posted By gregk
I have a BMW X5 2006 3.0D. The car is just...

I have a BMW X5 2006 3.0D. The car is just breaking one part at a time. In this case I had an issue like this with similar codes and took it to the only BMW dealer in the country.
The mechanic...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-04-2015, 02:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 22,770
Posted By gregk
Panoramic Sunroof fuse is 58 in the glove...

Panoramic Sunroof fuse is 58 in the glove compartment.

Reference picture here: http://www.xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/x5-e53-forum/34464-picture-glove-box-fuse-key-your-reference.html

Was...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-22-2015, 11:22 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 61,123
Posted By gregk
Here is also a link to an excellent informational...

Here is also a link to an excellent informational document about A/C in general.

http://www.behrhellaservice.com/behrhellaservice-com-en/assets/media/J00605_AC_Broschuere_Direkt_GB.pdf
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-22-2015, 11:09 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 61,123
Posted By gregk
ok I got it off and checked the voltage and found...

ok I got it off and checked the voltage and found it to be 12 volt at plug with engine and A/C on and no engagement of clutch so I am going for a new compressor. I am relieved I now know where the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-19-2015, 10:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,497
Posted By gregk
Just found this thread just to let others know to...

Just found this thread just to let others know to test the fan you need to pull off the connector to the high pressure sensor of the air con system.

Then if the air con is turned on in the car...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-19-2015, 07:58 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 61,123
Posted By gregk
Here are a few photos of the plug. First is...

Here are a few photos of the plug.

First is position to show how tight it is to get your one hand in.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/ysgn85b45ckw31w/2015-09-19%2010.15.33.jpg?dl=0

Second is a...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-18-2015, 09:03 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 61,123
Posted By gregk
Thanks for that was interesting and informative. ...

Thanks for that was interesting and informative.

I want to check the voltage to the compressor but I was looking at it today and I can see and barely reach the socket connection. I cant see how it...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-17-2015, 05:20 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 61,123
Posted By gregk
OK I have the same Diesel X5 2006 and did this...

OK I have the same Diesel X5 2006 and did this today. With the intercooler in the way you have to remove the steel bar which supports the plastic bumper and is the real steel bumper bar to get...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-15-2015, 09:03 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,190
Posted By gregk
Here is a video about splicing those wires to get...

Here is a video about splicing those wires to get rid of the check brake linings message.

https://youtu.be/AHx4IGw6o34
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-15-2015, 08:50 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 103,820
Posted By gregk
Ok I used the welding wire method and opened the...

Ok I used the welding wire method and opened the door in about 5 mins. I have now fixed the whole thing. I am of the opinion that maybe these keep breaking because the door lock mechanism rusts over...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-09-2015, 08:12 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 103,820
Posted By gregk
Thankyou that may do the trick. I am in Australia...

Thankyou that may do the trick. I am in Australia now. Back in Myanmar next week. My daughter rang me and told me that the inside lock doesnt work anymore so I will have to wait till I get back to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-09-2015, 08:19 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 103,820
Posted By gregk
I have the same problem now with inside and...

I have the same problem now with inside and outside handles broken please PM me a solution.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-09-2015, 08:15 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 103,820
Posted By gregk
Ok it has finally happened to my car. While...

Ok it has finally happened to my car. While waiting for a replacement outside handle the inside one has broken and cant open the door.

Since owning this car I have changed the drivers door carrier...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-13-2013, 11:21 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 103,820
Posted By gregk
Thanks to all for these posts. I live in a remote...

Thanks to all for these posts. I live in a remote area of the world and they helped me so much.

For others who may have difficulty getting parts try this website. Great prices.
Schmiedmann -...
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