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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-27-2010, 03:17 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,173
Posted By akadel
Just got the X back from the shop. Replaced the...

Just got the X back from the shop. Replaced the entire cooling system based on the suggestions from others on here. Expansion tank, valley pan, thermostat, water pump, belts. Valve cover was leaking...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-23-2010, 03:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,173
Posted By akadel
Biggest repair bill competition

My entry for 2002 4.6is. Service 1, repair passenger window, service transmission, fluid etc. Replace entire cooling system, expansion tank and valley pan as well as radiator were leaking....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-29-2008, 05:16 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,873
Posted By akadel
For those out of warranty with the problem, you...

For those out of warranty with the problem, you have to ship the unit to

Alpine Electronics of America
2012 Abalone Ave., Unit D
Torrance, CA 90501
800-421-2284, Ext. 860304

with your...
Forum: Navigation System 09-29-2008, 03:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,594
Posted By akadel
Where did you get the new internals, my NAV LCD...

Where did you get the new internals, my NAV LCD screen has a 3" strip of greyed out pixels and I would like to just replace the screen instead of the entire unit.
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 07-14-2008, 01:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 982
Posted By akadel
Problem solved, got into the area beside the...

Problem solved, got into the area beside the drivers side rear window, one of the antenna leads had fallen out of the diversity antenna amp. Shoved it in there and voila AM radio again.

Reception...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-12-2008, 02:20 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,873
Posted By akadel
2002 4.6is, LHD, 16:9

2002 4.6is, LHD, 16:9
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-12-2008, 04:09 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,873
Posted By akadel
Thanks for the response, I figured it can't be...

Thanks for the response, I figured it can't be fixed. Is there a part number for just the screen? Where can I buy a replacement screen?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-11-2008, 01:48 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,873
Posted By akadel
It's ok, I know how much pleasure the 'use...

It's ok, I know how much pleasure the 'use search' folks derive from rubbing n00bs faces in it.

Don't worry, you'll get em next time.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-11-2008, 12:42 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,873
Posted By akadel
I am aware of a replacement/repair program for...

I am aware of a replacement/repair program for the gauge cluster pixel problem. I haven't seen anything on the nav screen replacement.

I have searched on

'display'
'nav'
'lcd'
'alpine'...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-10-2008, 06:07 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,873
Posted By akadel
Dead Pixels on NAV screen

Searched and saw a couple of references of dead pixels on the nav screen and being able to ship the screen or unit to Alpine to get it repaired. Does anyone have more information on that, where to...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 04-10-2008, 01:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,030
Posted By akadel
Using Dice, strange issues, losing DSP, switching to radio, etc.

installed the DICE module a couple of weeks ago, since then, I get it to work fine about 60% of the time, the rest of the time, weird issues. 02 X5 with Nav and DSP, but no coax from amp-dice using...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 03-31-2008, 02:05 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 749
Posted By akadel
Program button for center display when in ipod control mode...

Tales of the strange. I got the dice kit installed, took about 2 hours, much of the time spent installing the DSP D/A converter that I actually didn't need. Apparently if you have DSP but your...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 03-25-2008, 03:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 982
Posted By akadel
Checked the rear antenna in the spoiler, checked...

Checked the rear antenna in the spoiler, checked the radio module under the spare tire.

Anyone know how to tell if power is getting to the AM Amplifier in the rear spoiler?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-21-2008, 11:13 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,034
Posted By akadel
Roof drip gutter stripping tape, replacement?

Picked up my 02 X5, it has for sure been outside more than most. The black rubber stripping that runs along the roof/doors is coming up at the back near the tailgate.

Upon inspection it looks...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 03-19-2008, 12:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 982
Posted By akadel
No AM Radio reception

I don't really listen to AM radio, but tried this evening, nothing. Can't tune in a single station, even setting it manually I can't hear anything unless I crank it up, and then barely.

FM works...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-12-2008, 02:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,385
Posted By akadel
Great, love it. It's ridiculous, a vehicle that...

Great, love it. It's ridiculous, a vehicle that large being that capable, it just does not make sense.

Quiet, chassis is stiff, handling is excellent. I read reviews that the 4.6is suspension was...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-11-2008, 02:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,385
Posted By akadel
Ok, rear window fixed, not too bad of a job,...

Ok, rear window fixed, not too bad of a job, worst part is getting the sound insulating foam off the door. I finally get to enjoy the car tomorrow.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-10-2008, 01:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,385
Posted By akadel
Doesn't bother me much, door panel is already...

Doesn't bother me much, door panel is already off, as soon as I can pick up the new one it will be fixed.

I was driving a 99 Range Rover as my SUV, so yeah, the X5 is demonstrating Honda like...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-10-2008, 01:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,385
Posted By akadel
Picked it up from Good Stuff Auto in Santa Rosa. ...

Picked it up from Good Stuff Auto in Santa Rosa. 54k miles on it, all the service up to date. Perfect except for....a window regulator. Lol.

I don't know anyone with a modern BMW that hasn't had...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-09-2008, 10:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,385
Posted By akadel
New X5 owner, I feel right at home with the rest of you, day 1, window regulator...

Bought a 2002 Estoril 4.6is. Great driving car, tons of power, every option including the loading floor, which I could do without, it takes away headroom my dogs could use.

Second day of...
Forum: Mobile Electronics Forum 03-07-2008, 02:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,053
Posted By akadel
Picking up a 2002 4.6 w/nav on Sat, want iPhone

Might upgrade to Mk IV nav, am interested in hooking up my iphone mostly for music and video, not so much bluetooth, but that would be nice.

Would like to get tracks to display on the nav screen...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-02-2008, 05:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,037
Posted By akadel
Not sure on an X5, I am going up there next...

Not sure on an X5, I am going up there next weekend to check out a 2002 Estoril 4.6is. I will ask.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-01-2008, 04:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,037
Posted By akadel
GS Tuning in Santa Rosa. I use them for my E30...

GS Tuning in Santa Rosa. I use them for my E30 M3. Great guys.
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