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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-06-2016, 07:41 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 76,258
Posted By fdX512
I know this post is old and is against rules to...

I know this post is old and is against rules to hijack old post but I wanted to say THANK YOU very much for your post as it was quite helpful when replacing my 2004 flickering driver side headlamp
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-24-2015, 12:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,663
Posted By fdX512
so It turns out the piece in the right does fit...

so It turns out the piece in the right does fit and is the correct item - I'm a rookie and I guess I was being too gentle when trying to install.
I got some help from the dealership and they...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-23-2015, 04:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,663
Posted By fdX512
I had no problem returning the part. My request...

I had no problem returning the part. My request is to see if anyone has experience or part numbers for the double cylinder shape. I actually went to the dealer to get some help and they told me the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-23-2015, 01:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,663
Posted By fdX512
I bought it locally thru parts shop with plenty...

I bought it locally thru parts shop with plenty of research pictures.
even BavAuto points to the item on the right as per the correct item, but as noted, the item in the left is what came out of my...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-23-2015, 10:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,663
Posted By fdX512
e53 x5 camshaft sensor help request

hello, I'm looking for some assistance in figuring out correct part number for an E53 N62 Camshaft Sensor. I purchased part# 12147518628 and when trying to install in my car it would not fit as...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-13-2014, 01:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,388
Posted By fdX512
sorry as may have posted my reply on the wrong...

sorry as may have posted my reply on the wrong link.
I was able to replace my battery for an AGM interstate battery from what I could find at local distributors. the battery replacement was very...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-13-2014, 01:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,388
Posted By fdX512
Thank you very much for all tthe great feedback. ...

Thank you very much for all tthe great feedback.
I was able to source out an AGM interstate battery and replaced it on my X5 just this past weekend. very simple process with great help from all the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-05-2014, 12:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,388
Posted By fdX512
That is a sweet deal as I'm got quoted $240 +...

That is a sweet deal as I'm got quoted $240 + $140 install from the dealership.
I'm in western canada and not too many options but we do have Napa, part source and our beloved "crappytire"
For...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-05-2014, 12:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,388
Posted By fdX512
Good to know!, thanks for the info. Any...

Good to know!, thanks for the info.
Any suggestions on sticking with OEM battery or should I go aftermarket?
I'm in Canada and very cold so I'm considering higher CCA ratings
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-04-2014, 11:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,388
Posted By fdX512
Low battery 4x4 innactive

I recently had my car at dealership and was told my 4x4 innactive light is due to low battery charge. My e53 has original battery and is close to 10 year old so definitely time for upgrade.
I will...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-03-2014, 04:18 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,667
Posted By fdX512
An update to my little issue... I decided to go...

An update to my little issue...
I decided to go ahead and replace my ehc module, however I decided to not use the dealership and purchased my module from ECS at a much lower price than the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-23-2013, 09:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,667
Posted By fdX512
No, when they first gave it back the height...

No, when they first gave it back the height setting was placed at off road height as the distance from my wheels to the arch was quite high. The next time I got my car the height setting was below...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-23-2013, 04:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,667
Posted By fdX512
Quick update Taking my X back to dealer on...

Quick update
Taking my X back to dealer on Monday as they won't admit it but will review and reset my settings again.
I'll find out by end of day if they were wrong or if it really is the dreaded...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-20-2013, 09:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,667
Posted By fdX512
Thanks, that is great feedback. I did have a...

Thanks, that is great feedback.
I did have a leaking air bag and it went down.
However, the ride was pretty high when they first returned it and the second time is low as if it was on the low...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-20-2013, 08:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,667
Posted By fdX512
Exactly, $1600 for the work and he does not even...

Exactly, $1600 for the work and he does not even know if this is the problem.
That is why I'm hoping some one out there can get me some process to check for a fuse or something to help me reset the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-20-2013, 08:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,667
Posted By fdX512
Yes, the fact the tech told me at first it should...

Yes, the fact the tech told me at first it should go away on its own did not give me a good feeling on his knowledge. My car was raised high when I first picked it up after replacing the struts and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-20-2013, 04:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,667
Posted By fdX512
Unhappy E53 front suspension module - replace?

So I just had my x5 at the dealership to replace my 2 front air struts.
They gave me back my car and still has level suspension inactive message and LED indicator off. The tech told me it would go...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-20-2008, 11:35 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 979
Posted By fdX512
front suspension just dropped!

....coincidence???? - just changed my summer wheels to winter wheels...mostly due to a bad flat on my summers - couple hours after receiving the E53 i started hearing clonking on my front suspension...
Forum: Navigation System 05-27-2008, 10:16 AM
Replies: 355
Views: 298,165
Posted By fdX512
it works now!

Awesome help.....love this website!
is there any way to get the naming of the streets back on when using 3d perspective?
i get to see points of interest but no street names
Forum: Navigation System 05-27-2008, 02:19 AM
Replies: 355
Views: 298,165
Posted By fdX512
got it to work!

i did a bit more reading and figure out what you just noted!
i was copying file to CD incorrect.
the link with the iso converter is the one i used and installed on my X5...
boy have i been in the...
Forum: Navigation System 05-27-2008, 01:08 AM
Replies: 355
Views: 298,165
Posted By fdX512
V31 newbie

i have been following up the threads about the software upgrades and decided to try it...
i have the following display on my nav screen - 4 1/30 which i'm assuming i have MKIV version 23
i have...
Forum: Bluetooth 03-15-2008, 03:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,906
Posted By fdX512
Samsung

Hey, i have the same phone and have generation 13 bluetooth on my 04 X5..
however, i'm having problems with voice comand numbers not on my phone directory
i will yell out the number and the voice...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-16-2007, 06:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,219
Posted By fdX512
do you have pictures of your install? i have...

do you have pictures of your install?
i have the same triangle but i can't seem to find where it goes
Forum: Bluetooth 10-12-2007, 01:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,396
Posted By fdX512
bimmernav...awesome

Thanks to everyone for the replies.
i finally got my unit today and i have installed it already....
about 30min....
instructions were great and pairing of my Samsung phone and my Blackberry were a...
Forum: Bluetooth 09-18-2007, 05:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,396
Posted By fdX512
i checked out what bimmernav offers, compared to...

i checked out what bimmernav offers, compared to Dealer numbers and they don't match.
This are the p/n dealer told me i need:
84-10-9-133-329 Charging electronic
84-11-0-302-641 ULF inst. Kit E53...
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