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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-30-2024, 11:20 AM
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Views: 1,083
Posted By JPuma
Low Boost?

Hi,

I purchased a used 2012 X5M in February and its been running great since, no real issues and it was well cared for it seems. had some issues with the CCV hoses leaking but replaced the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-08-2023, 01:15 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,074
Posted By JPuma
I remember your old posts showing the gas tank...

I remember your old posts showing the gas tank and all the plumbing. I have a small evap leak I cant find and your posts in the past were helpful.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-30-2023, 08:33 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,074
Posted By JPuma
I don't think pulling the battery will clear the...

I don't think pulling the battery will clear the adaptations. I use INPA. Your LTFT is suggesting you have a big air leak or bad gas flow. Driving or letting it run should adjust it over time if the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-30-2023, 07:28 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,074
Posted By JPuma
If MAF looks good, check your fuel pressure, I...

If MAF looks good, check your fuel pressure, I think you mentioned you did. how's injectors?

What is your LTFT at idle after warming up. Do you have a tool to clear your adaptations? when you...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-29-2023, 08:02 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,074
Posted By JPuma
After racebmwm3 posted the stats of each MAF he...

After racebmwm3 posted the stats of each MAF he tried I decided to circle back on the used OE MAF I bought to retest since replacing the wire seems to fix some issues for me. I had a newly purchased...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-27-2023, 11:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,458
Posted By JPuma
I removed my Nav I retrofitted in the 2000's and...

I removed my Nav I retrofitted in the 2000's and installed an Xtrons. I love it. They don't use the built in mic or gps. I suppose you can make that happen but they give you a gps antenna and there...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-27-2023, 02:41 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,074
Posted By JPuma
I havent, but I think the issue there is just...

I havent, but I think the issue there is just worn pins not making good conductivity, or possibly the crimped wire strands in the insulated wire breaking over wear and tear. A video I watched of one...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-27-2023, 11:28 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,074
Posted By JPuma
I do, but values are normal when idle, just...

I do, but values are normal when idle, just bouncing up and down within range. As I understand it, LTFT is the result of where your STFT is averaging out, so LTFT adjusts for that.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-27-2023, 11:08 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,074
Posted By JPuma
Can a MAF give a good reading at idle but then...

Can a MAF give a good reading at idle but then not really respond well as more air is introduced, showing less air that is coming in?

Took my car for a ride last night after having my fuel...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-27-2023, 10:57 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,074
Posted By JPuma
I actually just purchased a wire from Autozone. ...

I actually just purchased a wire from Autozone.

Duralast / Turn Signal Light Connector (no idea why it's listed as this lol)
Part Number:
789...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-27-2023, 12:57 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,074
Posted By JPuma
The OE is really the best bet, but I do think...

The OE is really the best bet, but I do think there is something else going on why your fuel trims are so high.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-27-2023, 12:33 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,074
Posted By JPuma
That sounds promising.

That sounds promising.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-26-2023, 11:20 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,074
Posted By JPuma
This was a recent discovery for me. I had a bad...

This was a recent discovery for me. I had a bad maf wire for a long while. tried two MAF's to no avail. my problem was intermittent but didn't notice until I started monitoring airflow. Finally...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-25-2023, 06:33 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,074
Posted By JPuma
Do you have a tool to check your air flow. should...

Do you have a tool to check your air flow. should be around 4.1-4.6g/s around 600 -700rpms.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-25-2023, 06:17 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 14,713
Posted By JPuma
I'm in the middle of replacing my glass with...

I'm in the middle of replacing my glass with Safelite and I had the comfort glass since 2004. They couldn't find the right glass with the IR coating. That's what they called it IR :dunno: and they...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-20-2023, 11:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 867
Posted By JPuma
I replaced my spark plugs. The three in the rear...

I replaced my spark plugs. The three in the rear look worse then the three in the front.

After clearing my adaptations and took a drive, my fuel trims have improved. Before I was seeing LTFT...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-19-2023, 10:43 PM
Replies: 1,144
Views: 288,073
Posted By JPuma
2001 BMW X5 3.0i 144K

2001 BMW X5 3.0i 144K
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-18-2023, 12:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 867
Posted By JPuma
Sorry. I didnt answer all your questions. I...

Sorry. I didnt answer all your questions. I ordered plugs, they are on the way. I will post pics when I pull them. I havent done any major recent engine maintenance. I am not sure of the condition...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-17-2023, 11:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 867
Posted By JPuma
So while I was out today I wanted to give the X...

So while I was out today I wanted to give the X another run on the highway. I started with a long idle rev of about 2500 rpm for a minute because of the lifter ticking I mentioned in another post to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-17-2023, 10:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,841
Posted By JPuma
I have a M54. 2001 BMW X5 3.0

I have a M54. 2001 BMW X5 3.0
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-17-2023, 09:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,841
Posted By JPuma
Mine is definitely like a ticking sounds, fast...

Mine is definitely like a ticking sounds, fast ticketing and the slows down and disappears after about 20 ticks. Its real short. At least the tensioner was a good maintenance to do, it was like 1/8...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-17-2023, 04:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,841
Posted By JPuma
I just changed my tensioner spring and the piston...

I just changed my tensioner spring and the piston too. crush washer also. I had the ticking sound for the first few seconds, goes away quick and I thought I nailed the problem because on the first...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-16-2023, 07:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 867
Posted By JPuma
After this weekend and seeing what the cat and O2...

After this weekend and seeing what the cat and O2 sensors looked like, I am ready to buy new plugs. I did clean the sensors before inserting. I made and attempt earlier but got distracted. But I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-16-2023, 06:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 867
Posted By JPuma
I'm at 144K now and yup I have the defoulers on....

I'm at 144K now and yup I have the defoulers on. The short ones so it still does pick up the emissions.

Did you see the video, seems like some improvement cant be had if whatever is build up on...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-16-2023, 04:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 867
Posted By JPuma
Bad Cat's?

Hey X5'ers,

I've been getting P0420-P0430 codes for a while and been having issues with fuel trims and recently discovered I had an issue with the wiring for my MAF. I would see high numbers when...
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