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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-09-2019, 04:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,605
Posted By E53fan16
Just to follow-up, the issue was fixed by just...

Just to follow-up, the issue was fixed by just tightening the aforementioned bolt. With common sense to when a price just don't sound right, and the great feedback I received here, I was able to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-01-2019, 11:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,605
Posted By E53fan16
Yes, the A hole told me my wiper arm was broken...

Yes, the A hole told me my wiper arm was broken and I needed a new one as well. SMFH.

He definitely botched up the problem more. Prior the passenger arm was struggling to move up the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-28-2019, 11:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,605
Posted By E53fan16
Fellas, thank you for the feedback. I feel a bit...

Fellas, thank you for the feedback. I feel a bit disappointed that the mechanic and shop owner could be that deceptive and was knowingly try to rip me off. Needless to say I will not be going back...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-28-2019, 03:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,605
Posted By E53fan16
Passenger side wiper failure

Hello Gents,

My passenger wiper crapped out on me Tuesday, it moves only two inches on each wipe maneuver. Took it to my independent shop and the mechanic said I need a new wiper motor upon...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-17-2018, 04:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,124
Posted By E53fan16
I would only add a quart to be on the safe side.

I would only add a quart to be on the safe side.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-03-2018, 03:54 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,541
Posted By E53fan16
I wish I had seen this earlier. Took the X out...

I wish I had seen this earlier. Took the X out this morning to go to Autozone to get a brake light bulb since that came on my dash. When I got back to try and start her up the X was completely dead....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-02-2018, 11:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,541
Posted By E53fan16
Just saw this. The mechanic might still have the...

Just saw this. The mechanic might still have the old alternator in his possession.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-02-2018, 11:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,541
Posted By E53fan16
Update: Dropped the car off Friday morning...

Update:

Dropped the car off Friday morning to have the alternator changed. The mechanic calls me at 1 pm and tells me the alternator pulley is making noise and probably worn out, and he suggests...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-29-2018, 06:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,541
Posted By E53fan16
I took it to my indy shop and he confirmed it was...

I took it to my indy shop and he confirmed it was the alternator. He said he will order the part and to bring it in on Friday.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-28-2018, 02:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,541
Posted By E53fan16
Unfortunately, lack of skills:( Thanks for...

Unfortunately, lack of skills:(

Thanks for the feedback.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-28-2018, 01:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,541
Posted By E53fan16
Thanks, guys. I'm going to drop it off at the...

Thanks, guys. I'm going to drop it off at the Indy tomorrow.

How much should I expect to pay for an alternator job?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-28-2018, 11:12 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,541
Posted By E53fan16
Battery light flickering on startup

Hi guys,

I noticed Saturday that my battery light has been flickering on startup. It continues to do this now. Is this a sign for me to get a new battery, or is the alternator slowly on its way...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-05-2018, 03:39 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,812
Posted By E53fan16
The search button and you guys are the best! I...

The search button and you guys are the best! I experienced this problem for weeks now with my driver side wiper not making contact with the middle of the glass. It was getting downright frustrating...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-01-2017, 11:27 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,494
Posted By E53fan16
I'm still perplexed by the code message, is it...

I'm still perplexed by the code message, is it some sort of security bypass? It had to options once you entered the code Change and Deactive. Have any of you guys ever experienced this code issue?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-01-2017, 10:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,494
Posted By E53fan16
Update: So yesterday I called the mechanic that...

Update: So yesterday I called the mechanic that replaced my ignition switch and explained to him over the phone what had transpired. He had an idea of what was going on from my explanation. He told...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-31-2017, 09:06 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,494
Posted By E53fan16
Just got to work and tried my spare key and the...

Just got to work and tried my spare key and the same result. The alarm kept going off and no click, no crank. I will call roadside assistance around 12 pm.

What a way to kick off the week...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-30-2017, 10:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,494
Posted By E53fan16
e53 3.0 won't start. Left stranded.

So the e53 left me stranded at work today with my 2-year-old.

The x5 started fine this morning, I preceded to drive to work, dropped my kid off at daycare. Fast forward to 5 pm, I get in the x5...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-06-2017, 11:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,022
Posted By E53fan16
Driver side door handle replacement

Hi guys,

So my driver side door handle broke at my indy mechanic. Yup, he pulled the driver side door open and it broke right in his hands.:( Now I have to replace the carrier handle with labor....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-01-2017, 12:15 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,053
Posted By E53fan16
Thank you, guys. The vehicle is going to the indy...

Thank you, guys. The vehicle is going to the indy tomorrow.

In addition, my driver side door handle broke this morning so add that to the list of things to be fixed. It's been a rough month of...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-30-2017, 10:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,053
Posted By E53fan16
Electrical Problems

Hi guys,

I'm currently experiencing the following issues: dome light turning on and off while driving, the headlights do not work in the auto position, the horn does work, the wipers do not work...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-15-2017, 03:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 862
Posted By E53fan16
Awesome! Thanks for this.

Awesome! Thanks for this.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-14-2017, 11:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 862
Posted By E53fan16
Faint whistle from e53 3.0

Hi guys,

I'm getting a faint whistle on acceleration between 1-2k rpm. In addition, I'm getting codes P0104 and P0107. I had the mechanic check out the issues and he told me it's my CCV . The...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-07-2017, 04:01 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,414
Posted By E53fan16
Since use guys are honing in on this" "How come...

Since use guys are honing in on this" "How come no warning?" While it was a bold question to ask, I think it was a fair question to ask. She had already written the ticket and handed it to me, so...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-03-2017, 01:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,414
Posted By E53fan16
I assume you are in law enforcement. thanks for...

I assume you are in law enforcement. thanks for being honest.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-03-2017, 10:53 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,414
Posted By E53fan16
Yeah, I will end up going that route. I will have...

Yeah, I will end up going that route. I will have to research a traffic lawyer.

If possible, can you NYC guys chime in if you can recommend one?

Thanks.
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