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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-09-2009, 11:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,542
Posted By robocal
Air Con issues

My air con is no longer cooling the air and the air coming through has become noticeably more humid ( I live in a high humidity envionment). Prior to this happening, for a few months I had vapour...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-02-2009, 10:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,010
Posted By robocal
Not sure it's related to the above problem but it...

Not sure it's related to the above problem but it now seems that the air con is no longer cooling the air.

When I switch on the air con in AUTO mode the fan speed goes to 3/4 of full speed and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-07-2008, 09:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,010
Posted By robocal
Thanks guys that's very helpful info. Good idea...

Thanks guys that's very helpful info. Good idea about the recirc Colin I will try that and see what happens. I will also try to take a look at the drains underneath.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-06-2008, 03:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,010
Posted By robocal
Anyone ??

Anyone ??
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-03-2008, 09:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,010
Posted By robocal
Vapour through the left air vents

I put this in originally as a reply to another thread but was getting lost in the crowd somewhat!

I live in what is at the moment a very humid environment but today as I was driving along I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-03-2008, 08:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,560
Posted By robocal
I would second the above advice. Had the same...

I would second the above advice. Had the same problem over a year ago and changing the final stage resistor worked a treat.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-03-2008, 08:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,300
Posted By robocal
I think I may have a similar problem. Admitedly I...

I think I may have a similar problem. Admitedly I live in what is at the moment a very humid environment but today as I was driving along I noticed visible vapour coming out the air vents on the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-18-2007, 11:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,203
Posted By robocal
Coolant Issue

Just looking for some advice.

Over the last few days I have been getting intermittent "Check Coolant Level" messages. I physically checked the reservoir and sure enough it is low i.e. the red...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-17-2006, 08:54 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,020
Posted By robocal
Cautionary tale on wheel change

Got my first puncture today while driving to town. No great drama until it came to removing the lockable wheel stud. As per the manual found the adapter in the on-board tool kit and inserted it in...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-03-2006, 08:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 13,305
Posted By robocal
Thanks for the replies guys. Final stage resistor...

Thanks for the replies guys. Final stage resistor was replaced yesterday and A/C now up and running again. For your info Alpac before the fix there was no air coming through at all i.e. no erratic...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-30-2006, 12:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 13,305
Posted By robocal
Is the final stage resistor the same as a blower...

Is the final stage resistor the same as a blower resistor ?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-30-2006, 12:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,442
Posted By robocal
Rear view mirrors - mind of their own

At times when I unlock the car the passenger side rear view mirror moves into the reversing position and does not restore itself when I drive off. Any ideas on this ?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-30-2006, 05:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 13,305
Posted By robocal
Nothing coming from Air Con / Vents

Started the car yesterday and nothing was coming out the air vents. Tried with the AC on and off. Tried pressing MAX and still nothing. All the indications on the AC panel were correct but nothing...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-06-2006, 06:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,667
Posted By robocal
Pete, When you say cheap petrol how do you...

Pete,

When you say cheap petrol how do you classify it as such (apart from the price obviously!). Was it the octane level that was low ? I use 98 octane fuel.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-01-2006, 11:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,667
Posted By robocal
Yep, you were absolutely right. Light stayed off...

Yep, you were absolutely right. Light stayed off for 2 days but is now back on again. Thanks for your responses.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-28-2006, 10:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,667
Posted By robocal
Thank you for your replies. Codes indicate...

Thank you for your replies.

Codes indicate that there is a leak in the manifold somewhere. I have been told it is not urgent to fix it and as i have guests coming I have put it off for a week....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-28-2006, 03:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,667
Posted By robocal
Amber Engine Symbol

Just had an amber engine symbol illuminate on my dash. The manual says that it is caused by a deterioration of exhaust emission control values. Has anybody had this trouble. Is it serious / expensive...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-13-2006, 11:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,220
Posted By robocal
That M6 is stunning

That M6 is stunning
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-10-2006, 11:21 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,547
Posted By robocal
Washer fluid low....Not as easy as you think!!

I had this message on the check control. No big deal but when I went to refill water was leaking from under the front bumper on the right side. The message obviously returned.

I have a feeling...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-14-2006, 12:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,142
Posted By robocal
Thanks for that. What are the ETK and the...

Thanks for that.

What are the ETK and the TIS ?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-12-2006, 10:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,142
Posted By robocal
X5 Maintenance Manual

Anybody know where I can get my hands on a good maintenance manual for the X5 that explains where everything is under the hood and how it all works.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-12-2006, 10:17 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,950
Posted By robocal
After reading that tale of woe I think it's time...

After reading that tale of woe I think it's time I got a spare key!! Only have the one at the moment.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-10-2006, 12:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 968
Posted By robocal
jst2878, if you knew me you wouldn't be...

jst2878, if you knew me you wouldn't be suggesting that I do it myself. I'm afraid me and DIY just do not get along !!

One question I did have : If I currently have only halogen headlights fitted...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-09-2006, 09:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 968
Posted By robocal
Thanks Mike.

Thanks Mike.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-09-2006, 09:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,606
Posted By robocal
Thanks for the suggestions guys. Luckily here in...

Thanks for the suggestions guys. Luckily here in Hong Kong the mileage is fairly low on all cars. On my 2002 it is just coming up on only 20,000miles so hopefully will not have a reapeat of the...
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