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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-24-2012, 11:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 21,370
Posted By GearHead
Bump ... Hi there ... I have tried the...

Bump ...

Hi there ...

I have tried the listed instructions countless times but am not successful in reseting the service indicator on my 03 X5 3.0

Each time, after holding the button more...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-21-2012, 01:53 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 21,370
Posted By GearHead
Hi there, have not been successful in resetting...

Hi there, have not been successful in resetting the service indicator

After holding the reset button for 5 seconds while the the key is in position 1, I get Oil Service show up but the RESET does...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-20-2012, 01:28 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 21,370
Posted By GearHead
Hi there What is the minimum consumption...

Hi there

What is the minimum consumption values? I thought it was 2.5 gallons but in my case, I have already used up 1/2 tank of gas and the reset procedure does not seem to work on my 2003 X5...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-20-2012, 01:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,634
Posted By GearHead
The A8 (coolant thermostat jammed open) will...

The A8 (coolant thermostat jammed open) will explain why the temperature gauge at 10 to 11 o'clock position.

Mine was moving between 10 to 12 o'clock and according to the technician, the computer...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-18-2012, 06:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,353
Posted By GearHead
Hi guys Thanks for the input. Is there...

Hi guys

Thanks for the input. Is there anyway to find out the what is my next service due without going to the stealer?

I have read somewhere that I'm able to reset the service indicator...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-17-2012, 11:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,353
Posted By GearHead
Unfortunately, I don't think one single stealer...

Unfortunately, I don't think one single stealer will have the complete service record for my car as I have taken mine to multiple dealers to have my X5 serviced.

Hopefully, I'm able to read from...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-16-2012, 10:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,353
Posted By GearHead
How to find out what is the next service due?

Hi there

My 03 X5 still has 3 green lights on the service indicator.

I'm hoping to find out what is the next service due ?
Will it be the Oil Service, Inspection 1 or Inspection 2?

Is...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-30-2012, 01:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,368
Posted By GearHead
Well, I'll plan to schedule for thermostat...

Well, I'll plan to schedule for thermostat replacement and hopefully that will resolve the problem.

Thanks for all the help
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-30-2012, 12:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,368
Posted By GearHead
I guess I have no choice, my x5 and 3 series have...

I guess I have no choice, my x5 and 3 series have been a money pit lately requiring numerous repairs

As for the fixing the fluctuating temperature gauge, If I'm understanding correctly, the only...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-29-2012, 01:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,368
Posted By GearHead
Temperature Gauge Reading & Coolant Bleeding

Hi folks

I have a question on Temperature Gauge Reading and Coolant Bleeding

Since the beginning of the year, the Temperature Gauge on my 03 X5 3.0 started to behave strange. Fortunately it...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-14-2008, 12:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,663
Posted By GearHead
It was close .... touch and go... almost had to...

It was close .... touch and go... almost had to resort to open heart surgery.

Woke up early and after 'fighting' with the rear area for 1.5hr, got it in. There were way too many cables in the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-14-2008, 02:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,663
Posted By GearHead
Hi there THANKS A MILLION for the Picture. ...

Hi there

THANKS A MILLION for the Picture.

Like the saying goes, Picture is worth a thousand words. I just purchased the 2 brackets. I can see the outside bracket where it should go but...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2008, 02:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,663
Posted By GearHead
Installing safety triangle

Hello good folks in X5world

I know the Safety Triangle is included in X5s delivered in Europe and parts of Asia.

Unfortunately, the ones in USA do not have it.

I'm interested in getting...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-03-2007, 02:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,059
Posted By GearHead
These are some of the pictures I took awhile...

These are some of the pictures I took awhile back.

SIDE VIEW
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v243/jchau4265/My%20X5/IMG_0046.jpg

REAR VIEW...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-19-2007, 08:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,395
Posted By GearHead
Hi John Though I didn't do it, I did...

Hi John

Though I didn't do it, I did explore swapping a 4 spoke with a 3 spoke. My recollection is a like for like replacement knowingly that a new airbag is needed for the 3 spoke wheel
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-19-2007, 08:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,030
Posted By GearHead
Many thanks John Yup, my current lights are...

Many thanks John

Yup, my current lights are Xenon and looks like I'm shopping for a new set of lights....

p.s. I'll PM you on other info....thx
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-19-2007, 07:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,030
Posted By GearHead
Hi John Thanks for the feedback. Based...

Hi John

Thanks for the feedback. Based upon your comment, this kit came along with 2 Front light units, 2 side markers and 2 rear side lights.

Am I right?

Thanks again for your help
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-19-2007, 03:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,030
Posted By GearHead
HI there Pls help here ... I'm not looking...

HI there

Pls help here ... I'm not looking for Smoked lights but the White Side Indicator accessory.

Any input on what is within the kit?

Thanks in advance
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-19-2007, 10:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,030
Posted By GearHead
White Directional Light accessory

Hi folks

It appears that many of us are into modding of the lights.

I was looking at the BMW accessory catalog and came across this

X5 White Directional Light w/ Xenon --- 63 13 0027 769...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-20-2007, 10:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,806
Posted By GearHead
This is what I did awhile back. ...

This is what I did awhile back.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v243/jchau4265/My%20X5/IMG_0036.jpg

The rulers unlatched the tray and it came out.

Hope this helps
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-20-2007, 10:18 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,010
Posted By GearHead
Hey OG Like you said, X5world is indeed a...

Hey OG

Like you said, X5world is indeed a much warmer forum. You'll enjoy it here.

Folks are always helpful.

WELCOME oN Board .... BTW, 48 is not old....you are just getting started.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-20-2007, 01:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,034
Posted By GearHead
It's alot of work BUT it is all worth it. ...

It's alot of work BUT it is all worth it.

Fortunately for me, I have an extra car to use as my X5 was out of action for a week. Others have taken alot less time but for me, I took my time...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-11-2007, 11:50 PM
Replies: 2,024
Views: 1,193,027
Posted By GearHead
OK ... I have been absent for A LONG LONG time. ...

OK ... I have been absent for A LONG LONG time.

Like the popular Mattress commercial in Southern California, "WORK IS KILLING ME....Larry" In any case, Glad to be back.

Better late than never...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-19-2006, 01:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,037
Posted By GearHead
Hi Todd I have had lojack installed in my...

Hi Todd

I have had lojack installed in my cars since 1994.

In my 2003 X5, I have the Lojack Early Warning System (EWS) installed whereby if my car was broken into and was driven away, between...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-26-2006, 12:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,892
Posted By GearHead
If your X5 only has heated and non-electro...

If your X5 only has heated and non-electro photochromatic, the mirrors are alot cheaper.

I only changed out my passenger side as I have less of a problem dealing with blind side on the driver...
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