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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

12-22-2020, 05:12 PM

Replies: 27

265/70 17s on! And I finally can use 1st gear.

Views: 10,893

Posted By Tomdownunder

My E53 had the staggered 19" rims with 285s on...

My E53 had the staggered 19" rims with 285s on the back and 255s on the front. I got sick of tyres lasting less than 20,000kms so I now run stock 17's with 236 65 17 all terrain tyres. Doesn't handle...

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

12-20-2019, 08:51 PM

Replies: 12

Climate control died

Views: 2,202

Posted By Tomdownunder

I have a glow plug error on all 6 glowplugs when...

I have a glow plug error on all 6 glowplugs when I run scan and suspect it is the controller. However it doesn't get cold enough here to worry about. X5 always starts even in winter.

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

12-19-2019, 05:54 PM

Replies: 12

Climate control died

Views: 2,202

Posted By Tomdownunder

No mechanical problems. Turbo is still fine. Only...

No mechanical problems. Turbo is still fine. Only engine maintenance has been a new crankshaft pulley at about 220,000 kms. Still pulls like a train and I get around 8.0 lt/100 kms.

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

12-18-2019, 10:41 PM

Replies: 12

Climate control died

Views: 2,202

Posted By Tomdownunder

Bought another climate panel from a wrecker and...

Bought another climate panel from a wrecker and all good now. I have now replaced it twice in 4 years. At least I have a lot of spare buttons. X5 has 324,000 kms.

It was on 160,000 kms when I...

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

12-09-2019, 03:29 AM

Replies: 12

Climate control died

Views: 2,202

Posted By Tomdownunder

I don't think FSR will cause the climate control...

I don't think FSR will cause the climate control panel to be totally dead.

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

12-06-2019, 10:37 PM

Replies: 12

Climate control died

Views: 2,202

Posted By Tomdownunder

Climate control died

Yesterday I hopped in the x5 and the inside fan was blowing full bore and nothing was lit up on the climate control. I pushed every button and no change. I got to work and turned the vehicle off,...

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

04-25-2019, 06:55 PM

Replies: 80

Poll: How Long are You Planning to Keep These Cars?

Views: 11,554

Posted By Tomdownunder

I bought my 2004 3.0d almost 4 years ago with...

I bought my 2004 3.0d almost 4 years ago with 160,000kms. It is now at 312,000 and I hope to keep it till I retire in 6 years time. (500,000+kms?)

No idea what I'll replace it with as I don't like...

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

03-01-2019, 07:19 PM

Replies: 18

X5 3.0D E53 2005 Starting Problem

Views: 3,723

Posted By Tomdownunder

Can you post a pic?

Can you post a pic?

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

02-27-2019, 04:43 PM

Replies: 1,116

What is the mileage of your X5?

Views: 238,796

Posted By Tomdownunder

Just hit 308,000kms. Replaced harmonic balancer...

Just hit 308,000kms. Replaced harmonic balancer and suspension bushes.

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

12-12-2018, 07:05 PM

Replies: 10

Key problem

Views: 2,493

Posted By Tomdownunder

FIXED IT !!! Problem turned out to be a battery...

FIXED IT !!!
Problem turned out to be a battery connection in the rear. I did a scan and discovered that the positive terminal on the battery has 2 connections. I had wired a secondary battery...

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

11-14-2018, 01:22 AM

Replies: 10

Key problem

Views: 2,493

Posted By Tomdownunder

Thanks for the reply. Is the ring antenna just...

Thanks for the reply.
Is the ring antenna just a coil or does it contain circuitry? Can it be tested with a multimeter?

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

11-09-2018, 12:15 AM

Replies: 10

Key problem

Views: 2,493

Posted By Tomdownunder

I have tried one of the other keys and the...

I have tried one of the other keys and the problem is still there. Turn the key, all the ignition lights come on but it won't crank. Turn key off and on several times and away it goes.

Any ideas?

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

11-02-2018, 07:08 PM

Replies: 1,116

What is the mileage of your X5?

Views: 238,796

Posted By Tomdownunder

Just clocked up 300,000 kms. 04 3.0d. Motor still...

Just clocked up 300,000 kms. 04 3.0d. Motor still going strong. Recently towed the camper trailer up to the Flinders Ranges with no problems.

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

11-01-2018, 05:21 AM

Replies: 10

Key problem

Views: 2,493

Posted By Tomdownunder

I have 2 other keys which are aftermarket and...

I have 2 other keys which are aftermarket and have flat batteries so the remote doesn't work. I will try using one of these for a while and see if problem continues.

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

10-31-2018, 08:19 PM

Replies: 10

Key problem

Views: 2,493

Posted By Tomdownunder

Key problem

FIXED - See last post!!!

I have had an intermittent problem with the key for some time. It started with the vehicle not cranking when I turned the key sometimes. I ended up replacing the starter...

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

02-14-2018, 01:34 AM

Replies: 22

Engine won't crank FIXED

Views: 20,609

Posted By Tomdownunder

I made some local enquiries and prices varied...

I made some local enquiries and prices varied from $600 to $1600 for a replacement. I then had a look online and got a new starter on ebay from Melbourne for $200...

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

02-08-2018, 11:37 PM

Replies: 22

Engine won't crank FIXED

Views: 20,609

Posted By Tomdownunder

New starter motor is in. It has never cranked so...

New starter motor is in. It has never cranked so fast since I've had it. Problem solved.

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

02-08-2018, 06:14 PM

Replies: 22

Engine won't crank FIXED

Views: 20,609

Posted By Tomdownunder

Ordered new starter, should be arriving today. I...

Ordered new starter, should be arriving today. I will keep the old one and see if I can repair at a later date.

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

02-06-2018, 08:36 PM

Replies: 22

Engine won't crank FIXED

Views: 20,609

Posted By Tomdownunder

Finally got the starter out and took it apart. 2...

Finally got the starter out and took it apart. 2 of the 4 brushes are worn right to the end which would have been causing the problem. The carbon buildup inside makes me surprised that it worked in...

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

02-05-2018, 06:44 AM

Replies: 13

3.0d Turbo lag issue..

Views: 8,071

Posted By Tomdownunder

Disconnect the EGR valve. Easy to do. Is situated...

Disconnect the EGR valve. Easy to do. Is situated in front of the inlet manifold. Remove top cover, pull small vacuum line off ERG valve and plug it with a screw or something, job done. You can go...

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

02-05-2018, 04:42 AM

Replies: 22

Engine won't crank FIXED

Views: 20,609

Posted By Tomdownunder

I am now leaning towards starter motor brushes. I...

I am now leaning towards starter motor brushes. I got a lift to work today and before leaving tried to start it. Same deal, ignition lights, no crank. I then got the wheel nut spanner out of the back...

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

02-04-2018, 02:02 AM

Replies: 22

Engine won't crank FIXED

Views: 20,609

Posted By Tomdownunder

Spare key didn't work tonight after work. Hot...

Spare key didn't work tonight after work. Hot day, was 37deg C (98deg F) when I went to leave work, so may be heat related. Have 4 days off from Tues so guess I'll be pulling things apart.

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

02-03-2018, 01:58 AM

Replies: 22

Engine won't crank FIXED

Views: 20,609

Posted By Tomdownunder

I did a lot of searching on the net and one of...

I did a lot of searching on the net and one of the thoughts was a dodgy key not communicating with the immobiliser. Took spare key to work this morning (left vehicle there overnight) and it started...

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

02-02-2018, 02:54 AM

Replies: 22

Engine won't crank FIXED

Views: 20,609

Posted By Tomdownunder

Engine won't crank FIXED

2004 diesel. 2 days ago I left for work and car started normally in the morning, but on leaving work I turned the key and all ignition lights on, but engine won't crank, no clicks, no dimming dash...

Forum: X5 (E53) Forum

01-26-2018, 08:55 PM

Replies: 11

Intermittent windscreen washer

Views: 3,239

Posted By Tomdownunder

Thanks for the tips. I will have a look at the...

Thanks for the tips. I will have a look at the pump on my days off and keep you posted.

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