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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-21-2020, 12:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,408
Posted By JLW
Dex 6 works perfect. Anymore than that you are...

Dex 6 works perfect. Anymore than that you are wasting your money. GM Transmission.

E53 3.0i 290k Dex 6, even used the Walmart Dex 6, zero issue owned since new
E39 M5
E34 525i Stick
E70...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-31-2016, 12:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,369
Posted By JLW
I haven't done this in a while, but yellow as far...

I haven't done this in a while, but yellow as far as I remember means steering angle sensor calibration off angle. This is GT1 here is pretty close https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xon9SFHV-DA.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-04-2015, 10:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,769
Posted By JLW
This is a E46 guide but close. I'm talking the...

This is a E46 guide but close. I'm talking the "read status online general" screen. top left vs bottom left.

how to : reset Steering angle sensor using INPA...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-04-2015, 10:09 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,769
Posted By JLW
Ok is your steering angle sensor calibrated to be...

Ok is your steering angle sensor calibrated to be 0 degrees when the wheels are straight ahead? Can you show that screen on inpa (synthetic angle vs. steering angle read)? and or expected angle vs...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-21-2015, 12:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,956
Posted By JLW
Sorry to mislead, my comment refers "in...

Sorry to mislead, my comment refers "in general". I have had a ton of BMW's, the manuals are larger. This suggesting the one in your box is wrong. All E53 use the 26117503159 on the front
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-20-2015, 11:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,956
Posted By JLW
The larger one is for manual transmission. ...

The larger one is for manual transmission. Smaller automatic.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-12-2014, 01:24 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 62,558
Posted By JLW
Although, Dexron VI is backwards compatible with...

Although, Dexron VI is backwards compatible with all other Dexron fluid prior. This would included Dex 3 or Mercon. So.... what is your point?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-09-2014, 09:49 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 62,558
Posted By JLW
My Transmission was dying a 191K. I have have...

My Transmission was dying a 191K. I have have the X since 14K miles. I changed it once at 104K as the transmission was starting to lag a bit. At that time I used Kendal Multi-trans as it was the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-20-2013, 12:18 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,391
Posted By JLW
I'll throw this out. 12 neg system. That means...

I'll throw this out. 12 neg system. That means current flows through the ground. This is why you remove the ground first on car batteries. Try some thing simple, take a set of jumpers from the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-27-2012, 12:50 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,786
Posted By JLW
Well... the simpler way is to remove the bolt...

Well... the simpler way is to remove the bolt from the lower control arm (1) , or wishbone. At the frame, not ball joint. Similar access.
Forum: The Lounge 05-02-2011, 01:06 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 12,011
Posted By JLW
It's all good. Nothing to do with Obama. I look...

It's all good. Nothing to do with Obama. I look forward to seeing him out, it will happen.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-26-2011, 09:31 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 123,410
Posted By JLW
Duralast 49L

You can also use a Duralast 49L. Speced for a Touareg, bolts right up ( same vented design). A little more CCA and $99.

Duralast/Battery (49-DL) | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg AWD 8 Cylinders 4.2L SFI...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-13-2011, 10:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,558
Posted By JLW
Sorry for the belated reply but I'll throw this...

Sorry for the belated reply but I'll throw this out there. My E39 M5 had a similar problem where the the fuel door lock actuator was the problem. It died, unplugged this or pulled the fuse and the...
Forum: The Lounge 03-10-2011, 11:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 886
Posted By JLW
The only thing good about that is it led me to...

The only thing good about that is it led me to this.

YouTube - TheEllenShow's Channel (http://www.youtube.com/ellen#p/u/0/4D35hkAar3o)

Much more enjoyable!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-10-2011, 09:34 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 23,837
Posted By JLW
I would like to thank all of you above for...

I would like to thank all of you above for supporting this thread. Most importantly I appreciate the love for the mark. That being said BMW's are not for everyone. Few people share the lust I do. I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-07-2011, 01:47 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,402
Posted By JLW
Likely the water valve is the issue. #1 here...

Likely the water valve is the issue. #1 here (Pending auto temp or not).

RealOEM.com * BMW E53 X5 3.0i Water valve/Water hose IHKA...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-04-2011, 12:45 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 42,907
Posted By JLW
Totally makes sense. Those bushings have a...

Totally makes sense. Those bushings have a splined edge holding them to the mount. I really never assume anyone does not torque to spec. Glad you figured it out.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-28-2011, 11:07 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 19,717
Posted By JLW
Let us know how it goes.

Let us know how it goes.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-28-2011, 08:27 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 19,717
Posted By JLW
Sounds like you're in a pickle. I've never done...

Sounds like you're in a pickle. I've never done that particular job, but done many like it. I think you have a few options. Pull it into position with something, a C-clamp or long wood clamp pictured...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-26-2011, 02:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,326
Posted By JLW
Been along time since I've done it. The first...

Been along time since I've done it. The first comment I was going to make was "tools". If you got that covered I think this is the best local reference for pictures.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-25-2011, 12:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,577
Posted By JLW
Meyle control arms quality

Hi all, I just wanted to communicate my front suspension experience with my X.

84410 Miles: I replaced the original lower control arms with OEM parts(31126760275 and 276). These were not replaced...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-20-2011, 11:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,054
Posted By JLW
Maybe you should replace the whole shaft with...

Maybe you should replace the whole shaft with OEM. I've only replaced my entire shaft once at 8?K and have never had and issue now at 160k. If they die again I will replace the whole thing with BMW...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-01-2011, 10:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,225
Posted By JLW
I would second the sway bar links.

I would second the sway bar links.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-01-2011, 10:39 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 42,907
Posted By JLW
I'm gonna say this, I don't know, but that WAV...

I'm gonna say this, I don't know, but that WAV file sound does not sound like suspension or a bearing. From what I've read and experienced they all pop or slop. That sound like splines slipping. I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-20-2011, 10:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,506
Posted By JLW
Also, I kind of wonder if your indy knows what...

Also, I kind of wonder if your indy knows what he's getting into. Book time?? This is not as easy as any other BMW rear wheel bearing.
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