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Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 03-02-2026, 01:34 PM
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Views: 312
Posted By rootehound
ABS, 4x4 and TPMS light.

2010 X3 190,000 miles.
This is new to me… The yellow brake light, yellow ABS light AND the tire pressure light came on this morning. The TPMS light is flashing yellow. I’ve had e83s long enough to...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 03-02-2026, 01:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 995
Posted By rootehound
I just replaced mine about 4 months ago. I bought...

I just replaced mine about 4 months ago. I bought mine from a place called Drive Shaft Store out of California. It was around $500.00 (including freight) and included the center bearing and guibo. So...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 12-23-2023, 03:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,349
Posted By rootehound
T-case Calibration Issue

I'm at a loss...
I have a 2005 2.5 with around 255,000 miles on it. A few years ago, the front drive shaft started making some noise. I took it to a friend who has a lift in his garage. (My friend...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 11-27-2023, 04:54 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,145
Posted By rootehound
Rear Muffler

I have a 2005 X3 with over 250K miles on it. It serves as my beater / spare vehicle these days.

It's getting loud and the rear muffler appears to be the problem. I've been searching for a new...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 10-29-2023, 03:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,363
Posted By rootehound
80stech - You nailed it. A/C compressor is...

80stech - You nailed it. A/C compressor is seized. Thank you!!
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 10-28-2023, 01:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,363
Posted By rootehound
Hmmm... The A/C is always on even when I have the...

Hmmm... The A/C is always on even when I have the heat on. Certainly worth checking out. Thank you!
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 10-28-2023, 01:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,363
Posted By rootehound
Burning Smell

I have a 2005 2.5 with around 252,000 miles on it. I've had it for quite a while, but now it's my "backup car" and not often used. However, my 2010 X3 was having some work done to it and I've been...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 03-23-2023, 11:51 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 872
Posted By rootehound
Thank you!

Thank you!
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 03-21-2023, 05:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 872
Posted By rootehound
Transfer Case Question..

The t-case on my 2010 is making some noise. It has just under 150k on it.

In the next couple of days, I'm going to replace the fluid on the outside chance that will cure things.

In the...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 05-04-2022, 03:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 777
Posted By rootehound
RPMs at Speed?

I just picked up a 2010 with a 6 speed automatic. The RPMs are +/- 3000 at 80 MPH. Is that about right? That’s about the same as my ‘05 with the 5 speed auto.

Thanks!
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 09-29-2020, 03:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,903
Posted By rootehound
Sorry about taking so long to get back to this......

Sorry about taking so long to get back to this...

jmalouin - When I replaced the ABS sensors at 145K, we noticed tiny scrapes on the old one. Almost imperceptible, but there. There was rust...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 09-11-2020, 01:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,903
Posted By rootehound
I've been driving it regularly since the lights...

I've been driving it regularly since the lights went off without any problems. I didn't think about the battery. It is just over 3 years old. I'll get a new one this week, if for no other reason than...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 09-04-2020, 04:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,903
Posted By rootehound
Odd "Triad Light" Symptoms

I have an '05 X3, with approximately 187,000 miles. It's well maintained.

A few years ago, at around 145,000 miles I had the ABS, Brake and 4x4 lights come on. The cruise stopped working. Replaced...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 10-05-2018, 02:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,052
Posted By rootehound
An update... I found a good used ABS / DSC module...

An update... I found a good used ABS / DSC module and had it successfully coded. It was installed and THE SAME CODES CAME BACK.

Long story short.. After doing some research we checked the...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 08-14-2018, 06:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,052
Posted By rootehound
Thank you! Will I need to have everything...

Thank you!
Will I need to have everything cleared form the new (used) module, or will I be able to code it in without having it cleared?
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 08-14-2018, 04:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,052
Posted By rootehound
ABS / DSC Module

Re: 2005 X3, 2.5, 134K, Automatic Trans...

I had the ABS / Brake / 4x4 lights come on on my dash. A scan showed that it needed the right rear speed sensor. I bought an OEM one and all was well....
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