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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-15-2008, 08:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,952
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
Why is everyone freaking out over this? It's...

Why is everyone freaking out over this? It's literally plug and play. I sold my DICE to a 330 driver last night, and installed it in the parking lot for him in 30 seconds flat.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-14-2008, 11:33 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 905
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
Thanks cbirk. $140 - is that new or used?

Thanks cbirk. $140 - is that new or used?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-14-2008, 09:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 905
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
How much does the rear cargo cover cost? I can't find it on the BMW accessories

webpage.

Thanks.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-14-2008, 09:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 867
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
I got mine from Bav Auto.

I got mine from Bav Auto.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-27-2008, 10:12 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 781
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
Help - I can only get one key to work at a time

Both of my keys start up the car, but I can only get one of the transmitters to work at a time in terms of the unlock / lock functions.

I'm following these instructions to program both keys:
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-27-2008, 05:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,224
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
What's the market like now for selling? I know the book value - I'm asking about the

ease of selling. Anyone know?

I'm in the DC region, and I'm just wondering if I should try to sell on my own or trade it in.

Thanks.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-24-2008, 03:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,164
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
The easiest way to do it is to buy a $5...

The easiest way to do it is to buy a $5 "Add-a-Line" fuse tap, find a switched power source fuse in the fuse box, and use that.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-07-2008, 03:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,969
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
Please keep us updated with your experience. I'm...

Please keep us updated with your experience. I'm interested, but I'll let you be the guinea pig. :-P
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-07-2008, 03:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 993
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
Question about lubricating suspension

I'm experiencing some creaking sounds from the suspension when turning the wheels at rest (but not at speed). I'm thinking it may be the control arms or tie rod ends, but I'd like to try lubricating...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-15-2008, 07:36 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,201
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
Search the forum. There is a BMW NA goodwill...

Search the forum. There is a BMW NA goodwill program if you're out of warranty - you just pay for 1 hour of labor at the dealer. I had it done last year.

If you're not in North America, you might...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-06-2008, 09:15 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,917
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
What everyone else said above. I had this issue...

What everyone else said above. I had this issue last year and it was the valve cover gaskets.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-04-2008, 09:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,939
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
Good info. Is there a write up somewhere on how...

Good info. Is there a write up somewhere on how to do this?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-22-2008, 03:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,028
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
Ditto what others have said. Try to get it...

Ditto what others have said. Try to get it covered under goodwill, but make sure you clearly establish that with the dealer beforehand.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-13-2008, 09:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 857
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
My boots were cracked for probably a year. The...

My boots were cracked for probably a year. The joints were fine and I never noticed anything wrong when driving. Still, I had both axles replaced just to be safe.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-11-2008, 09:33 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,449
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
I'm pretty sure it's 16 mm.

I'm pretty sure it's 16 mm.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-07-2008, 10:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,678
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
Follow the DIY instructions for spark plug...

Follow the DIY instructions for spark plug replacement to replace the coil pack. Should take 15-20 minutes at most. Very easy.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-06-2008, 06:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,007
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
The OEM BMW iPod adapter requires you to pull the...

The OEM BMW iPod adapter requires you to pull the stereo and snake the cable through the glove box. The simplest solution is DICE (or equivalent) that plugs directly to the CD changer connection in...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-31-2008, 05:36 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 16,253
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
Karen, BMW paid 100% for my part, and...

Karen,

BMW paid 100% for my part, and I paid for 1 hour of labor. What's your mileage, and are you the original owner? Like others above said, try to speak to a different person at BMW NA. I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-29-2008, 02:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,934
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
Can't you just replace the rubber seals around...

Can't you just replace the rubber seals around the bolts? I don't agree that the valvecover gasket is necessarily bad...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-28-2008, 10:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,065
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
Do you mean the aluminum part? Try Barkeeper's...

Do you mean the aluminum part? Try Barkeeper's Friend powder (avail. in the cleaning section of most supermarkets and Bed Bath & Beyonds).
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-28-2008, 10:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 772
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
Try these guys: ...

Try these guys:

http://www.mobilewheelrepair.com/usa_canada/us_locations_virginia.html

I've used their Northern VA franchise and had good results.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-18-2008, 05:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,149
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
Search the archived posts. There's been plenty of...

Search the archived posts. There's been plenty of discussion about this. I think one of the solutions is to move the rubber bushings around.

This is a common problem on any vehicle with a...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-18-2008, 03:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,228
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
Hmmm, I got the FCP Groton parts just now, and...

Hmmm, I got the FCP Groton parts just now, and they are stamped "Made in China."

Crossing my fingers now and hoping these will work out when they are installed tomorrow...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-17-2008, 04:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 943
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
On that same note: can the automatic movement of...

On that same note: can the automatic movement of the steering wheel upon entry / exit be disabled by coding?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-17-2008, 01:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,737
Posted By AudiBMWSX45
Thanks Kamel Jockey. I've had a good experience...

Thanks Kamel Jockey. I've had a good experience with Foreign Service Auto in McLean, but they're slightly expensive.
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