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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-02-2010, 07:01 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 17,507
Posted By sfcl
Interesting as since I have changed the TCC...

Interesting as since I have changed the TCC solenoid and the fluid, the limp mode is going on sometimes (I have just to turn the key on then off during 10 seconds to clear it) but without any error...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-01-2010, 09:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,819
Posted By sfcl
Yes, very easy, just 3 bolts for each rail.

Yes, very easy, just 3 bolts for each rail.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-01-2010, 07:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,819
Posted By sfcl
I painted them. Although they seem to be the same...

I painted them. Although they seem to be the same colour as the car itself, this is a different metallic silver, just like the Audi Q7.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-23-2010, 12:00 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 33,971
Posted By sfcl
Or simply going to this sort of website: Central...

Or simply going to this sort of website: Central Valve Bodies - Remanufactured Valve Bodies (http://www.centralvalvebodies.com/)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-17-2010, 01:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 40,309
Posted By sfcl
Here are pictures of the solenoid, just after it...

Here are pictures of the solenoid, just after it broke in my hands. You can see the cracks on the 2nd picture, just waiting to break at any time...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-17-2010, 07:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 40,309
Posted By sfcl
Replacing TCC solenoid, experience with GM5 transmission

I recently replaced my intermittently faulty TCC solenoid on my GM5L40E transmission (3.0I). This transmission has 121000 miles, never opened, never flushed, and I thought that it would be...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-18-2010, 02:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,046
Posted By sfcl
So, here are the pictures. As said previously the...

So, here are the pictures. As said previously the connector is located at the rear/down end of the crankcase, just above the front swaybar. Its wire runs very close to the front drive shaft.

(yes...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-16-2010, 07:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,046
Posted By sfcl
You could be right as one of the wires has been...

You could be right as one of the wires has been broken by the front drive shaft and nothing happened for the moment...;) However I really would like to know what it is for... please....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-16-2010, 06:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,046
Posted By sfcl
What is this connector?

I've had a look to real OEM but can't find the part for my E53 3.0I: I have a connector located on the rear downside of the crankcase, just below where the engine joins the transmission, just above...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-11-2010, 08:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 901
Posted By sfcl
Getting misfires due to a lack of fuel definitely...

Getting misfires due to a lack of fuel definitely causes the trans fail safe mode, I got it once for the same reason. The best you can do is to remove the panel under the vehicle and have a look to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-09-2010, 03:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,560
Posted By sfcl
Yes, worth to drop them a mail. I've used their...

Yes, worth to drop them a mail. I've used their rings several times in my motorcycles and they work well although they need a careful running in.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-09-2010, 01:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,560
Posted By sfcl
Have you tried Deves in the US? Shop High...

Have you tried Deves in the US? Shop High Performance Piston Rings Online - Deves.com (http://www.deves.com)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-08-2010, 08:02 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 33,251
Posted By sfcl
Intersting that your 265 tyre doesn't seem really...

Intersting that your 265 tyre doesn't seem really too big for your original rims. Mine are 275 and look like balloons! But I use them for the same reason as you, just to cope with the bad state of...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-07-2010, 06:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,028
Posted By sfcl
Exactly the same problem recently. I changed the...

Exactly the same problem recently. I changed the 2 sensors as a preventative maintenance. The intake one failed immediately, throwing the code and causing some issues while starting the engine....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-07-2010, 05:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,689
Posted By sfcl
Your extreme pull to the right is very strange,...

Your extreme pull to the right is very strange, assuming that the dealer had done the alignment correctly. If this is a caliper problem, you should repair it quickly as it could be a cause of other...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-07-2010, 08:45 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 821
Posted By sfcl
Fluid leak on the transmission

A friend of mine (X5 3.0I) has a fluid leak just where the oil cooler hoses are threaded into the transmission. He replaced the hoses and the o-rings but the leak is still there. Is there a no-return...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-06-2010, 03:52 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,419
Posted By sfcl
A bit too glossy, a bit too much tuning oriented...

A bit too glossy, a bit too much tuning oriented IMO...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-06-2010, 02:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,419
Posted By sfcl
Found that: e53 x5 carbon fiber pillars, eBay...

Found that: e53 x5 carbon fiber pillars, eBay Motors, Mouldings Trim. Great deals on eBay!...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-06-2010, 11:48 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,419
Posted By sfcl
Thanks for the reply. Interesting as I would have...

Thanks for the reply. Interesting as I would have thought that the aftermarket product would look poor and maybe that the adhesive is not top quality (an issue here with the hot climate).
The only...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-06-2010, 11:04 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,419
Posted By sfcl
Which ones did you get, aftermarket (ebay) or BMW...

Which ones did you get, aftermarket (ebay) or BMW accessories ones?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-05-2010, 05:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,728
Posted By sfcl
Thanks once again, I'll take a look.

Thanks once again, I'll take a look.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-05-2010, 05:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,728
Posted By sfcl
I'd love re-upholstering the seats, just like the...

I'd love re-upholstering the seats, just like the original parts but cheaper!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-05-2010, 03:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,728
Posted By sfcl
Thanks. Just looked at their website, just found...

Thanks. Just looked at their website, just found some covers for pets, am I missing something?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-05-2010, 02:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,728
Posted By sfcl
Aftermarket leather seat covers

Is there a place to find aftermarket leather seat covers in the US (I mean good quality replacements)? I've heard about Morristown, is this a manufacturer?
Thanks.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-05-2010, 05:24 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,419
Posted By sfcl
Yes, not totally convinced by the result. I ended...

Yes, not totally convinced by the result. I ended by using a metal polish then a Mother's polish just after, good result but, as previously said, the fade comes back. Problem is that the sun light is...
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