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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-14-2013, 01:53 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,408
Posted By vtyagi
Maybe I should just do the whole darn thing over...

Maybe I should just do the whole darn thing over again. Even though I was very meticulous and tried to follow all the steps, it is a possibility that I messed something up.

I have no way of...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-14-2013, 01:48 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,408
Posted By vtyagi
I followed this exact process!

I followed this exact process!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-14-2013, 12:04 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,408
Posted By vtyagi
Thanks for the replys. A questions comes to...

Thanks for the replys.

A questions comes to mind:
1) Why did this symptom appear after the drain/fill? I had absolutely *no* issues with my transmission prior to the tranny drain/fill. (now I'm...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-14-2013, 06:02 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,408
Posted By vtyagi
2001 X5 After trans flush has shudder symptoms and torque converter not locking up

There really is no good answer that I can find about this issue:

1) I changed my Trans oil (purchase the new oil from the BMW dealer based on VIN#)
2) Followed the correct procedure of draining,...
Forum: The Lounge 06-30-2013, 06:51 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 631
Posted By vtyagi
Launching a new group-buying site.

Hello Friends,

My name is Vic Tyagi and I have participated in a few group buys before and I found them to be difficult to manage through online forums.

So, in order to make group...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-17-2012, 11:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,152
Posted By vtyagi
Thanks guys! I found it just as you said. I have...

Thanks guys! I found it just as you said. I have ran the cable to the Dynavin and it is working well so far :)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-14-2012, 05:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,152
Posted By vtyagi
Dynavin GPS connection issue

Hello guys,

I have an 2000 X5 with the 4x3 GPS unit (no DSP) and the LCD on it finally died.

After some online research, I purchased a Dynavin E39A GPS unit with the long wire harness.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-14-2012, 04:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,070
Posted By vtyagi
Hello there

This is a test of the form, I can't post
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-13-2012, 02:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,932
Posted By vtyagi
Thanks, I'll give this a try. I have about 1...

Thanks, I'll give this a try. I have about 1 liter of spare fluid left. :)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-13-2012, 11:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,932
Posted By vtyagi
Yes, I followed the procedure outlined here and...

Yes, I followed the procedure outlined here and went through all the positions.

But, what I noticed was that when I put the nut back on, some fluid leaked out because you have to remove the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-13-2012, 11:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,932
Posted By vtyagi
Yes, it was about 25 celcius outside and I did...

Yes, it was about 25 celcius outside and I did not heat up the fluid prior to filling the vehicle. Maybe there is not enough fluid in there...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-13-2012, 01:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,932
Posted By vtyagi
Transmission and engine RPM issues after changing fluid

Guys,

I followed the procedure outlined in this forum on changing the transmission fluid for maintenance purposes. There was no problem with the vehicle.

Vehicle: 2001 X5, 4.4, 100K miles,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-15-2011, 12:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,312
Posted By vtyagi
I got it off by gently hitting it with on the top...

I got it off by gently hitting it with on the top and side and bottom. Gently, take your time and it will come off.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-30-2010, 08:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,664
Posted By vtyagi
I got it off. I wound up breaking the plastic...

I got it off. I wound up breaking the plastic covers and using a screwdriver...poor design.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-30-2010, 03:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,664
Posted By vtyagi
Yes, the transmission oil cooler is leaking drops...

Yes, the transmission oil cooler is leaking drops of transmission oil.

I found this tool online: Assenmacher Specialty Tools ASM BMW5346 - BMW Power Steering &Transmission Oil Disconnect Tool...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-30-2010, 02:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,664
Posted By vtyagi
Exclamation Transmission oil cooler removal

Does anyone out there know how to remove the cooler from the two hoses that connect to the transmission??

That would be parts 2 and 11 in the following diagram.

RealOEM.com * BMW E53 X5 4.4i...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-19-2010, 09:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,837
Posted By vtyagi
Update: The issue was resolved by driving...

Update:

The issue was resolved by driving the vehicle for 15 minutes and allowing the engine to get to operating temperature. After 10-minutes or so, the needle just popped from RED to right in...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-19-2010, 09:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,421
Posted By vtyagi
Update: Well...weird thing...I drove the X5...

Update:

Well...weird thing...I drove the X5 around for 15 minutes, came back...no more leak! It's almost like the pressure in the system rose which caused the o-rings to seat and seal the system. ...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-18-2010, 09:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,421
Posted By vtyagi
I thought it was the seal, BUT....the leak is...

I thought it was the seal, BUT....the leak is coming from between the exchanger. It doesn't look like the leak is near the seal.

Was yours leaking near the seal or in the middle of the exchanger?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-18-2010, 07:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,421
Posted By vtyagi
Tranny heat exchanger leaking coolant!

Well guys,

I was feeling pretty good...:D I just got done replacing my radiator, all hoses, water pump, thermostat. Put everything together, started the engine, checked for leaks...and guess...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-18-2010, 03:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,778
Posted By vtyagi
I just did this job last week and bought only...

I just did this job last week and bought only dealer parts (didn't want to deal with any after-market stuff).
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-17-2010, 10:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,837
Posted By vtyagi
I think I have two options: a) Take it into the...

I think I have two options:
a) Take it into the dealer for a scan to see which sensor is reporting a short. Then trace the wire.
b) Cut the sensor wires and re-make them from scratch.
c) Remove...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-17-2010, 08:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,837
Posted By vtyagi
I had to remove 3 sensor connectors: - one...

I had to remove 3 sensor connectors:
- one located on top of thermostat
- one located on top of water pump
- one located on lower radiator hose

I removed, cleaned and re-set each one of...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-17-2010, 03:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,837
Posted By vtyagi
No, I haven't messed with the instrument cluster....

No, I haven't messed with the instrument cluster. I only worked on the cooling system.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-17-2010, 03:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,402
Posted By vtyagi
First, take a metal coat hanger and make a J. ...

First, take a metal coat hanger and make a J.

Next, all you have to do is put the coat hanger in between the window and the door and try to get it to latch on a hook. Then, pull up on it so that...
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