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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-18-2021, 01:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,899
Posted By scirocco
@RocketyMan - I so appreciate your detailed...

@RocketyMan - I so appreciate your detailed guidance. Any input on what brand and where to buy (1) Primer (2) Base Coat (3) Clearcoat
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-18-2021, 08:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 643
Posted By scirocco
Yes I tried pressing up. Also removed the dome...

Yes I tried pressing up. Also removed the dome light to see if there was something that needed tightening up. Where are these clips located?

The chatter comes from near the dome light.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-18-2021, 08:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,899
Posted By scirocco
More importantly - what to buy and from where

More importantly - what to buy and from where
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-17-2021, 10:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,899
Posted By scirocco
DIY Painting and repair - failing clearcoat

The clearcoat is failing at some spots on my Alpine White X5. Never tried my hand at painting but why not. I plan to sand down the area to bare metal or close and do the three coat deal. So some...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-17-2021, 07:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 643
Posted By scirocco
Headliner Chatter

Is there any easy way to fix the headliner chatter. The headliner in my 2001 X5 3.0i has a chatter from near the dome light. Headliner itself is in good shape.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-17-2021, 11:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 815
Posted By scirocco
WHere is the CCV (Crankcase Vent Valve) located?...

WHere is the CCV (Crankcase Vent Valve) located? I better check it out.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-17-2021, 11:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 815
Posted By scirocco
Thanks @vbelsky - for your hello. ALl things you...

Thanks @vbelsky - for your hello. ALl things you mention seem to be up to snuff. And I have changed the regulators a few times. Plus the drivers door handle carrier several times.

I asked about...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-16-2021, 11:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 815
Posted By scirocco
Migh Mileage - Maintenance Advice requested

This is about my 2001 X5 with a 3.0L inline 6 cyl engine.

The truck has more than 200K miles and keeps running and running sweetly and reliably. Rock solid. It is my daily driver and takes a lot...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-06-2015, 07:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,864
Posted By scirocco
Tips on improving Fuel economy - 3.0i E53

Although an old hand at Mercedes W126's, I am new to the BMW world. Just bought a 2001 E53 with a 6 Cylinder engine (3.0i).

I was wondering if members can provide me tips / mods / maintenance that...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-31-2014, 12:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,707
Posted By scirocco
Many Many Thanks, gentlemen. I will give it a...

Many Many Thanks, gentlemen. I will give it a shot.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-27-2014, 01:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,592
Posted By scirocco
I pulled out the fuse (No 44) while working on my...

I pulled out the fuse (No 44) while working on my door handle carrier. ANd never disconnected the airbag. But I did start the car. Now the airbag light is on.

I am an IT guy too. So I wanted to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-26-2014, 11:15 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 258,909
Posted By scirocco
Fully agreed. It is not a fix. But now I can fix...

Fully agreed. It is not a fix. But now I can fix it...I can now remove the door pad easily without destroying anything.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-26-2014, 01:10 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 258,909
Posted By scirocco
Thank you ...Thank you...Thank you...I fixed my...

Thank you ...Thank you...Thank you...I fixed my door carrier and the door would not open once I used the key fob to lock it. It would not open from the outside or the inside. But using a coat hangar...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-24-2014, 12:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,605
Posted By scirocco
Where is the ECM located? Is it easy to take it...

Where is the ECM located? Is it easy to take it out?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-24-2014, 09:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,605
Posted By scirocco
Thanks for all your replies. The key cut in the...

Thanks for all your replies. The key cut in the two keys is not the same. The ignition key does not turn the door lock cylinder and vice versa. Visually too, the key cuts are different.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-24-2014, 12:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,707
Posted By scirocco
Radio does not go below 90FM

In a 2001 BMW X5 3.0 I bought, there was an aftermarket iSimple Aux input in the ashtray area. The little unit has a switch and an Aux input. Reading up on it, it seems that this will work at 88.7Fm....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-23-2014, 11:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 36,702
Posted By scirocco
I just cut a hole in a peice of styrofoam so it...

I just cut a hole in a peice of styrofoam so it went around the protrusion of the toothbrush charger to give it a larger flat surface. THen stuck two pieces of small styrofoam blocks on this round...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-23-2014, 07:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 36,702
Posted By scirocco
How would you verify the results? Unless you had...

How would you verify the results? Unless you had a fully discharged key fob that started working after you charged it?

I have a Seiko watch which gets discharged if left to sit for a long time....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-23-2014, 06:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,605
Posted By scirocco
Key predicament

I am in a predicament. I bought a 2001 X5 3.0. Previous owner gave me 2 keys. One works in the ignition and one works on the door. So it seems one of them was replaced. In order to order one from...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-23-2014, 06:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 36,702
Posted By scirocco
From what I have read, position zero does not...

From what I have read, position zero does not charge the battery. I could be wrong though.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-23-2014, 05:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 36,702
Posted By scirocco
Toothbrush Charger for BMW Key

I am not familiar with the keypad you are talking about. But it is worth trying any inductive charger. Trick is the orientation of the key fob while charging.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-23-2014, 04:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 36,702
Posted By scirocco
Use toothbruh charger to charge BMW key

If you do not use the BMW key for extended periods of time, it can get discharged. The key is chaged by using it in the ignition switch.

An alternative is to charge your keys using an inductive...
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