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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-02-2010, 11:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,485
Posted By Zoomie
It might not be the bulb - when you remove the...

It might not be the bulb - when you remove the indicator bulb take a look at the socket and the wires on the actual bulb. If there is black scorching caused by electrical arcing, it is most likely...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-27-2010, 01:27 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 58,691
Posted By Zoomie
I use the CTEK US3300 and have recovered a "black...

I use the CTEK US3300 and have recovered a "black eye" battery indicator to a healthy "green eye". I connect via the battery posts under the hood.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-13-2010, 01:04 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 59,860
Posted By Zoomie
Sign me up Bman. I've played the Oil...

Sign me up Bman.

I've played the Oil Separator game - mine luckily only failed in the closed position.

BMW's fix on my 2001 X5 4.4i involved a complete engine rebuild that involved re-routing...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-09-2010, 10:44 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 11,224
Posted By Zoomie
Yup - not much else it could be. Use the DIY...

Yup - not much else it could be.

Use the DIY on here to take off the door and take a look-see.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-11-2010, 09:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 990
Posted By Zoomie
A side note - rather pedantic but worthwhile to...

A side note - rather pedantic but worthwhile to mention. Cars don't feel wind chill - only exposed human skin.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-03-2010, 01:31 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,247
Posted By Zoomie
Want to trade? I have a defective headlight pump...

Want to trade? I have a defective headlight pump and don't really want to shell out the $$ for a new one.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-26-2009, 03:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 23,948
Posted By Zoomie
It's not the reverse solenoid - which I guess is...

It's not the reverse solenoid - which I guess is a good thing.

It's an intermittent solenoid issue - I would have to check the diagnostic to see which one - I get the Trans Failsafe Prog on start...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-26-2009, 01:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 23,948
Posted By Zoomie
I'm sitting on a bad solenoid in my X5 4.4i - the...

I'm sitting on a bad solenoid in my X5 4.4i - the dealership won't go that far into the tranny to fix it - so their plan is $10,229.00 +tax for a new tranny.

I'm thinking I am going to get a good...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-19-2009, 07:03 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 13,433
Posted By Zoomie
3.0 liter engine alternator are pretty straight...

3.0 liter engine alternator are pretty straight forward - 4.4i alternator are liquid cooled and more of a PITA, AFAIK.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-15-2009, 07:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,064
Posted By Zoomie
Light assembly is held in by 3 screws. Front...

Light assembly is held in by 3 screws. Front bumper stays on.

See here (http://www.xoutpost.com/articles/x5/lights/10138-front-turn-signal-replacement.html) for pictures and walk through.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-14-2009, 06:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,064
Posted By Zoomie
I can help with a few - from another simple...

I can help with a few - from another simple DIY'er.

1) window regulator write up on here is perfect - regulators go for around $200CAD (so less in the US)

3) most likely not the bulbs that are...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-08-2009, 01:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 10,576
Posted By Zoomie
How is your battery?

How is your battery?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-18-2009, 10:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,061
Posted By Zoomie
Keep an eye on the flyers from your local...

Keep an eye on the flyers from your local auto-parts store and get an OBD-II reader when it gets cheap. I picked one up and use it to clear erroneous codes when they pop up from time to time. -or-...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-14-2009, 08:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 12,825
Posted By Zoomie
Here's my wiper story - similar to your own. ...

Here's my wiper story - similar to your own.

For the longest time - last 3-4 months, the wiper and washer have both been dead. Fuses are good, just no action when manipulating the stalk.

The...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-07-2009, 09:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,266
Posted By Zoomie
There are a few DIY threads about this topic in...

There are a few DIY threads about this topic in here.

I had the same issue - compemplated the DIY fixes, but instead just left the car in the direct sunlight and let good ol'Sol take care of that...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-28-2009, 06:32 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,863
Posted By Zoomie
Get the insulated Oil Separator kit - or you will...

Get the insulated Oil Separator kit - or you will be puking oil the first time the temperature drops.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-06-2009, 02:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,479
Posted By Zoomie
I had condensation in the fall. I let it sit...

I had condensation in the fall. I let it sit outside in direct sunlight - the moisture vaporized and disappeared. It has not returned. Maybe it went into my oil separator and froze. :P
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-03-2009, 02:24 PM
Replies: 634
Views: 751,652
Posted By Zoomie
Just finished reading all 26 pages - awesome...

Just finished reading all 26 pages - awesome thread guys and gals.

Once I get this oil-separator issue fixed, I will be out with a vengeance to try some of them out.

Already found the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-02-2009, 07:17 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,780
Posted By Zoomie
Thanks again guys for the good information. ...

Thanks again guys for the good information.

I contacted BMW parts and got this in reply:


It doesn't mention the "heated wrap with cable" (Part # 11610390846) which other SIB's specify. I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-02-2009, 05:11 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,780
Posted By Zoomie
Thanks for the reply Primetime. I have done...

Thanks for the reply Primetime.

I have done a little more research on here using the search function and figure I have two options.

I can replace the Oil Separator as it is - get new hoses, etc...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-31-2008, 04:54 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,780
Posted By Zoomie
Hi guys, New poster - been lurking on the...

Hi guys,

New poster - been lurking on the do-it yourself part of the site for a couple of months now.

I am having an oil leak issue with my 2001 X5 4.4i - Dealer in Winnipeg says that the...
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