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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-20-2011, 11:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,829
Posted By cobra94563
Thanks a bunch!

Thanks a bunch!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-20-2011, 08:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,829
Posted By cobra94563
Help... does anyone know where this tube (near Valve cover) goes?

'05 4.4i
I pulled the shroud to replace the serpentine belts, however when I finished and put this back, I found a loose tube. Shown in this picture (center) , looks like a cane with a hook. It is...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-18-2010, 12:38 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,407
Posted By cobra94563
I've had my '05 for a year, from 34k to 41k mi....

I've had my '05 for a year, from 34k to 41k mi. Runs great! no problems.
Replaced the PS hoses and brakes under warranty. Original tires still.
I hope to get to 80k (4-5 yrs) without too much...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-18-2010, 12:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,214
Posted By cobra94563
to me, that is not "nickel and dimes". With cars,...

to me, that is not "nickel and dimes". With cars, sometime you get unlucky. I hope to make it to 80k+ without too much problems, but 2-3 of those kind of expenses... I like the car, but I'd be...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-15-2010, 12:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,536
Posted By cobra94563
I have obvious neg camber in the rear, but the...

I have obvious neg camber in the rear, but the tires are wearing fine.
18in wheels - do you have something non-oem that causes inside wear?
(just want to know what to be aware of.)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-10-2010, 12:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,389
Posted By cobra94563
not a problem...those don't weigh much.

not a problem...those don't weigh much.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-05-2010, 12:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,839
Posted By cobra94563
I haven't had the need to remove the door panel...

I haven't had the need to remove the door panel on the X5, (but have on my other bimmer to replace a lock actuator) It doesn't sound serious, if the lock and latch is still working. Probably the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-04-2010, 12:18 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 40,796
Posted By cobra94563
Terrific write-up! Thank you.

Terrific write-up! Thank you.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-19-2010, 07:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,222
Posted By cobra94563
I would guess they are comparable to other...

I would guess they are comparable to other aftermarket units, which I don't have a problem using.

RockAuto has new aftermarket (cardone) ones for $55, but I think the shipping would be expensive...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-14-2010, 01:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,561
Posted By cobra94563
I'm having the same issue... but only in the...

I'm having the same issue... but only in the morning (cold and wet). I suspect as others have said, ONE of the sensors is going out.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-12-2010, 07:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,222
Posted By cobra94563
Whoa!..what kind of car hit you? 10k?

Whoa!..what kind of car hit you? 10k?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-28-2009, 01:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,123
Posted By cobra94563
As 'powers1' said, a quick read of the running...

As 'powers1' said, a quick read of the running voltage will tell you if the charging voltage(alternator) is good. Some shops have the newer portable testers (with an printout) where they can test...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-22-2009, 04:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,324
Posted By cobra94563
I have them on my porsche and they work well, but...

I have them on my porsche and they work well, but how often do you bleed the X5?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-21-2009, 04:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,172
Posted By cobra94563
do some searching on this forum...there are...

do some searching on this forum...there are several threads about the differences.
(I don't have the links off hand.)
Bottom line, the OEM hitch has some extensions that bolt further into the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-16-2009, 02:24 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,724
Posted By cobra94563
Are you measuring the gas usage and calculating...

Are you measuring the gas usage and calculating mpg, or just using the gauge?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-09-2009, 12:32 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,135
Posted By cobra94563
If you have good tread, I would take in for a...

If you have good tread, I would take in for a patch. Either the first patch is leaking or you have another leak. Around here that's $20.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-02-2009, 09:16 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,464
Posted By cobra94563
I went with a '05 4.4 at the beginning of the...

I went with a '05 4.4 at the beginning of the year (and I flat tow my porsche.) I chose the 04-06 mainly because of the improvements to the engine and tranny, gets better fuel economy that the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-31-2009, 10:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,087
Posted By cobra94563
Look at the back side of wheel and you will see...

Look at the back side of wheel and you will see the axles on either side. Follow the axle toward the wheel or toward the center of the car and you will see a rubber boot on either end of the axle. If...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-15-2009, 10:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,315
Posted By cobra94563
It really does depend on your driving style and...

It really does depend on your driving style and city/highway conditions, but I got my rotors and pads changed just before the warranty expired at 35k mi.
Pads were good, but the rotors hit the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-12-2009, 10:53 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 25,602
Posted By cobra94563
Nice write up!

Nice write up!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-06-2009, 04:21 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 16,355
Posted By cobra94563
I have not seen a removeable hitch receiver, but...

I have not seen a removeable hitch receiver, but the looks are not that bad if you cut the removable bumper panel to to be tight around the receiver and use a plain black plug cover in the receiver...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-05-2009, 10:53 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 912
Posted By cobra94563
do you have any aftermarket electronics?

do you have any aftermarket electronics?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-02-2009, 11:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,041
Posted By cobra94563
very common - If it's still under warranty,...

very common -
If it's still under warranty, take it in.
(Sorry I'm not more helpful but that's what I ended up doing.)
If you're up to disassembling and fixing, I think you can search the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-24-2009, 07:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,301
Posted By cobra94563
You have to look under the 3/4" drive torque...

You have to look under the 3/4" drive torque wrenches ~$500-600.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-24-2009, 04:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,301
Posted By cobra94563
I have not tried on the X5, but have on other...

I have not tried on the X5, but have on other cars and I have an electric impact wrench and an air impact wrench. You will need an impact wrench to get it off and if you want to be accurate, a torque...
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