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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-15-2009, 02:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,570
Posted By sscaro
Crystal View is also available at Wal Mart. I...

Crystal View is also available at Wal Mart. I find that I have to re do approx every 6 mos or so. Better than $1200 for a headlight assembly!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-03-2009, 01:35 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,085
Posted By sscaro
You mean reapplying the Crystal View product?...

You mean reapplying the Crystal View product? I've tried Meguiar's PlastX and BlueMagic's Headlight Lens Restorer, but neither one worked for me. Mine is hazing across the headlight where the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-02-2009, 10:58 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,085
Posted By sscaro
I find that I have to re do a bout every 6-8...

I find that I have to re do a bout every 6-8 months to keep new looking, but I've done it three times and it works great every time.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-18-2009, 10:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,134
Posted By sscaro
FIXED UNDER WARRANTY!!!!!!

After an initial trip in for diagnosis and a follow up visit for installation of parts & reprogramming (they gave me a loaner both times), I can't believe the difference. I keep looking to see if...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-03-2009, 11:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,134
Posted By sscaro
Transmission Weirdness - Update

Called the service manager last week - since a history had been built earlier he agreed that it was reasonable to take another look and we set an appointment for today. The shop foreman took a ride...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-22-2009, 07:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,134
Posted By sscaro
Thanks, Weasel.....I'll give that a shot.

Thanks, Weasel.....I'll give that a shot.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-22-2009, 05:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,134
Posted By sscaro
Unless they were just trying to humor me, I would...

Unless they were just trying to humor me, I would think that if they actually brought the BMW engineers into the loop that tech bulletin would be known - what I can't recall now that I think about it...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-22-2009, 04:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,134
Posted By sscaro
Thanks, but the reprogram was done some months...

Thanks, but the reprogram was done some months ago - it didn't appear to help anything.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-22-2009, 03:26 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,134
Posted By sscaro
Transmission Weirdness

Hello All,

My apologies in advance for the long post........

I have an '04 X5 with Sport and Premium Package that I bought approx 18 mos ago with 22K on the clock - it had been bought new for...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-13-2008, 12:14 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 977
Posted By sscaro
Free to anybody needing one Michelin MXV 255/55R-18

I apologize in advance if this is the wrong place for this....

I have one 255/55R-18 Michelin MXV - perfect condition, 8K miles. I'm in Birmingham, Alabama. If you are interested let me know, I...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 09-11-2008, 10:51 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,989
Posted By sscaro
Trunk - non DSP - with factory Sirius.

Trunk - non DSP - with factory Sirius.
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 09-10-2008, 09:22 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,989
Posted By sscaro
Dice Noise

Some time ago I installed a DICE Silverline in my 2004 X5. I have had a relatively faint, but definitely audible, high pitched whine that varies with engine speed (Sounds like a dentist's drill). I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-28-2008, 07:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,173
Posted By sscaro
He charged $515 total. The X has 45K but is out...

He charged $515 total. The X has 45K but is out of warranty - Problem was I didn't want to have to wonder when it might go & leave us stranded somewhere.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-27-2008, 07:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,173
Posted By sscaro
Alternator Failure

Yesterday the red battery icon lit while driving. I made it home & hooked up my battery charger to make sure I would get to the shop the next morning - my charger is one of those that charges until...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-15-2008, 09:29 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,085
Posted By sscaro
out of warranty in January, unfortunately......

out of warranty in January, unfortunately......
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-14-2008, 10:51 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,085
Posted By sscaro
Yes.....there was deterioration of the lens along...

Yes.....there was deterioration of the lens along the tops of both lenses - the crystal view kit removed it and the lenses were beautiful immediately following application, but they have begun to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-14-2008, 09:52 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,085
Posted By sscaro
Clouded Headlight Lenses

I had the problem with the deterioration of the coating on the headlight lenses. I used the Crystal View product, which worked great initially, but they are clouding. Can the lenses be replaced or...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 04-19-2008, 10:15 AM
Replies: 932
Views: 189,023
Posted By sscaro
It's glitchy sometimes....try disconnecting the...

It's glitchy sometimes....try disconnecting the ipod and start a song & plug it back in with the song running. That has worked for me. Also, sometimes selecting disc 2 abd changing playlists will...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 04-18-2008, 06:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,068
Posted By sscaro
EAS Noise Filter

I ordered and received the EAS Noise Filter, but the instructions aren't clear as to its installation.

Can someone who has installed the device successfully share info regarding it's connections?...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 04-17-2008, 11:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,838
Posted By sscaro
I had the same problem - the tech from dice had...

I had the same problem - the tech from dice had me reverse the position of the dip switches and reinitialize. When that didn't change operation of the unit I switched them back - the Dice unit began...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 04-13-2008, 10:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,168
Posted By sscaro
I have a 30G ipod, firmware is version 1.3, which...

I have a 30G ipod, firmware is version 1.3, which is the current version. I'll have to pull the module to post the ser no but I just received the module Friday from DICE to replace one that was bad...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 04-12-2008, 10:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,168
Posted By sscaro
More Help With Dice, Please

Just installed a Dice Silverline & have the following questions. As far as I know, I have carefully followed the programming instrux.

1. Every time I power up the radio or restart the car, the...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 04-12-2008, 07:10 PM
Replies: 932
Views: 189,023
Posted By sscaro
Dice Operation Questions

Just installed a Dice Silverline & have the following questions. As far as I know, I have carefully followed the programming instrux.

1. Every time I power up the radio or restart the car, the...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 04-05-2008, 01:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 948
Posted By sscaro
Help with Dice

Installing Dice in 2004 X5 non-dsp, factory Sirius. Hooked everything up for dry run - nothing happens. Not sure how to select cd changer, as I don't have the sound system manual - I selected CD...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-27-2007, 10:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,240
Posted By sscaro
Problem Solved! Thanks!

Problem Solved!

Thanks!
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