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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-14-2012, 02:08 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 20,609
Posted By jek889
I got the Arnott struts complete with new air...

I got the Arnott struts complete with new air springs and installed them myself in a couple of hours in my garage. If you are handy with tools, it's a fairly easy job. Otherwise, any competent...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-02-2011, 05:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,181
Posted By jek889
I've had the Arnott front struts & air springs on...

I've had the Arnott front struts & air springs on my '06 4.8 for over a year now and they have worked out great. They are easy to install too if you are handy and have a decent set of tools.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-24-2011, 09:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 11,538
Posted By jek889
Sounds like your battery is weak. Try giving it...

Sounds like your battery is weak. Try giving it a good charge. Maybe replace it if it is not able to hold a charge anymore.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-19-2011, 06:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,924
Posted By jek889
The leaky air spring seems to be a common item at...

The leaky air spring seems to be a common item at 50K mi. I just changed my fronts a few months ago w/less than 50K on the odo. I used the Arnott rebuilds too and they worked great.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-16-2011, 06:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,239
Posted By jek889
Do you have the full air suspension system or...

Do you have the full air suspension system or just the rear self leveling? You have the full air system if you have the ride height adjustment panel on your dash below the light switch. Otherwise,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-06-2011, 09:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,300
Posted By jek889
Mintex pads are okay for performance, but I think...

Mintex pads are okay for performance, but I think they dust almost as bad as OEM. Axxis Deluxe worked the best for me before. I'm running Centric's now, and they are pretty good, but leave more...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-17-2010, 05:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,123
Posted By jek889
My 4.8is gets false TPMS warnings all the time,...

My 4.8is gets false TPMS warnings all the time, especially when in wet or cold weather. Check your tire pressure and make sure it is OK. Then reset the system as others have described. Enjoy Vegas!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-16-2010, 04:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,698
Posted By jek889
That's no lemon. Thats' just minor stuff that...

That's no lemon. Thats' just minor stuff that comes with owning a 5 yr. old used car.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-11-2010, 05:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,541
Posted By jek889
Check your bake fluid too. Did you replace with...

Check your bake fluid too. Did you replace with the proper type? Maybe there is air in the system. That would cause a spongy brake pedal feel as the fluid heats up. Bleed the brakes and look for...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-11-2010, 05:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,275
Posted By jek889
Unless you really need the cross drilled rotors,...

Unless you really need the cross drilled rotors, you could try switching back to solid oem types. I run the Centric rotors and pads (bought from Zeckhausen) on my '06 4.8is. They offer oem type low...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-05-2010, 11:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,845
Posted By jek889
Just open the hood and locate the compartment for...

Just open the hood and locate the compartment for it near the windshield. It has a black plastic cover/door, located in the top center of the fire wall area. You just pop it open and replace the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-05-2010, 11:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,755
Posted By jek889
Had the same problem with my 4.8. Have your...

Had the same problem with my 4.8. Have your front stuts and air springs checked for small leaks (a spray bottle w/soapy water sprayed on the rubber air bag will show the air leak like foamy little...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-03-2010, 11:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,755
Posted By jek889
Our '06 4.8 has the full air suspension, and the...

Our '06 4.8 has the full air suspension, and the rear will sometimes be higher on the passenger side. Sometimes it will level itself out, and other times it will stay that way for a few days. Took...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-30-2010, 07:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,214
Posted By jek889
Buy the tabs from the dealer and just snap them...

Buy the tabs from the dealer and just snap them in. You only have to remove the console if you want to get the old broken ones out that fell into the abyss.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-21-2010, 06:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,438
Posted By jek889
If you can reach it with some Vise-grips, you...

If you can reach it with some Vise-grips, you might be able to clamp down on it and twist it out. But it will also chew up the bolt head so watch out. Otherwise, it's time to drill and extract.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-10-2010, 10:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,531
Posted By jek889
My '06 4.8 has a staggered setup and you can't do...

My '06 4.8 has a staggered setup and you can't do a front to rear rotation if you have the same size factory wheels, unfortunately. I replaced my Michelins with Bridgestones and they have worked out...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-26-2010, 11:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,619
Posted By jek889
Great advice. Also check your air springs (front...

Great advice. Also check your air springs (front and rear sets, if so equipped). They will develop leaks over time. It could be your ride height control module too (the "EHC," if you have one),...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-25-2010, 01:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,619
Posted By jek889
Do a search and you will find many discussions on...

Do a search and you will find many discussions on this fault code. It is most likely an air suspension problem.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-07-2010, 01:59 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 15,792
Posted By jek889
My oem cores went back this week, and other than...

My oem cores went back this week, and other than the leak in the driver's side bag, there were in great shape. I hope that whoever gets them after they are rebuilt gets some good use out of them!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-06-2010, 08:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 4,075
Posted By jek889
Replacing Front Air Struts

This is a re-post of how I replaced the front air struts on my X5 for anyone who is interested in doing the job themselves. I used re-built strut assemblies from Arnott, and they fit perfectly with...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-06-2010, 12:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,454
Posted By jek889
I have an '06 4.8is, and it is a great...

I have an '06 4.8is, and it is a great performance vehicle. I have replaced the brakes and rotors (no more dirty wheels and shimmy) and just finished changing out the front air struts at 49K mi. ...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-05-2010, 04:07 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 15,792
Posted By jek889
I didn't take pictures, but as you proceed with...

I didn't take pictures, but as you proceed with the project, you will see what parts and locations on the vehicle I'm describing. This install was done on my '06 4.8is, but I think all the X5 front...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-05-2010, 12:09 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 15,792
Posted By jek889
I just received and installed my Arnott struts...

I just received and installed my Arnott struts today, and they look and work great. No rust or appearance issues, and they fit perfectly. The install itself is not too difficult for a DIY project. ...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-30-2010, 02:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,725
Posted By jek889
I did the search and found the TIS for the front...

I did the search and found the TIS for the front air springs. It looks like a fairly simple job. Thanks for taking the time to post the info!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-30-2010, 11:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,725
Posted By jek889
Looking to do my struts this next week too. ...

Looking to do my struts this next week too. Anyone have any tips they can post?
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