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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-02-2014, 10:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,396
Posted By x5turtle
I know what answer I am going to get... any...

I know what answer I am going to get... any replacement for that oil? LOL... BMW is making 10000% return on selling that oil...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-02-2014, 02:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,396
Posted By x5turtle
Funny thing about the crankshaft error is that...

Funny thing about the crankshaft error is that there is no engine or ses light.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-02-2014, 02:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,396
Posted By x5turtle
Is that the fifty dollar oil that I have to...

Is that the fifty dollar oil that I have to purchase from the dealer? Can I use the scanner to remove code? Or turning the steering wheel reset?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-30-2014, 04:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,396
Posted By x5turtle
Just scanned my X5, need advice with a few fault

Just got my BMW scanner running and after fixing AUX Fan and cooling overhaul, decide to rescan the X. Got the following messages... I sometimes experience some type of vibration during acceleration,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-28-2014, 01:12 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 59,689
Posted By x5turtle
I think sometimes getting a better replacement...

I think sometimes getting a better replacement part which would reduce your chance of replacement in the future is a very bright idea. My fan lasted me 10 years and 170K, I don't know if my X is...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-28-2014, 01:04 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 24,531
Posted By x5turtle
I just added freon yesterday to the system. It...

I just added freon yesterday to the system. It fixed the whole cold left warm middle hot right issue. However, I don't think I ever got a accurate measure of the PSI. As I am full blasting the AC,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-27-2014, 02:54 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 24,531
Posted By x5turtle
Also, I checked my freon pressure and it was...

Also, I checked my freon pressure and it was around 40 psi at 85F, so it should be at a fair level. I plugged in my BMW scanner 1.4 and it saids secondary solenoid is short, does this mean my heater...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-27-2014, 02:50 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 24,531
Posted By x5turtle
So I guess the question now is what Low side...

So I guess the question now is what Low side pressure should we be looking for. Since ambient temperature dictates the low side pressure. Should we follow the pressure chart range on the freon...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-22-2014, 02:26 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,912
Posted By x5turtle
I will do that. Can anyone give me a brief...

I will do that. Can anyone give me a brief guideline on how to get to my signature.... I am very sorry... I looked for it for over 15 minute and was unsuccessful.... I fixed my car, but I can't find...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-20-2014, 11:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,912
Posted By x5turtle
Cool! I just ordered Fan yesterday and it is...

Cool! I just ordered Fan yesterday and it is coming today from Ebay made by Behr for $324 Shipped. So to conclude what happend to me and the fixes are:

First my AC was working intermittently and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-19-2014, 01:29 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,912
Posted By x5turtle
what coils are you referring to? the ignition...

what coils are you referring to? the ignition coils? or the AC coils? I am still on my original Fan, window regulators, and coils and I am at 170K miles. So I guess it is time to replace...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-18-2014, 11:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,912
Posted By x5turtle
the two terminal of the big wire have 12 v to...

the two terminal of the big wire have 12 v to them. so I think fuse is fine. This doesn't sound good~~
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-18-2014, 03:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,912
Posted By x5turtle
how can I confirm power to the fan, which wire...

how can I confirm power to the fan, which wire should I be testing?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-18-2014, 03:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,912
Posted By x5turtle
Just did the code scan, Cooling fan Fault code...

Just did the code scan, Cooling fan Fault code can be cleared but shows again after I turn car off and rescan.

Also, it tells me that my solenold valve, secondary air, short circuit to negative...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-17-2014, 07:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,912
Posted By x5turtle
Interesting analogy~~ I put everything back...

Interesting analogy~~

I put everything back on and drove around town at night, a little freeway. Noticed the driver side AC is colder than the passenger side. The condenser fan is still not on, I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-16-2014, 11:13 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,912
Posted By x5turtle
I have the bmw scanner..... but I think it...

I have the bmw scanner..... but I think it required older version of window... which is going to be tough for me to find a computer with that old OS... but I guess in the favor of time, it is my only...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-16-2014, 10:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,912
Posted By x5turtle
Let me try that after I put my put my engine fan...

Let me try that after I put my put my engine fan back in. Thanks for the advice. So at this point should I be ordering a new fan either way? Since it is not cycling when I start the car. Or should I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-16-2014, 02:13 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,912
Posted By x5turtle
AC not cold, Elec Fan not Running, Compressor works

Hi all,

This is pertain to my 2004/06 production X5 3.0

After replacing the blown expansion tank and hoses, it seems that the AC not cold problem still persist.

So I have my brother start...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-01-2014, 09:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,523
Posted By x5turtle
Let me look for the kit and see, I will dig under...

Let me look for the kit and see, I will dig under the hood to find out more today. Thanks for the suggestions!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-01-2014, 03:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,523
Posted By x5turtle
Ha, you caught me on that. Sincere apologies, my...

Ha, you caught me on that. Sincere apologies, my X5 is a 2004 3.0i, production date 6/2004

Pretty cool site:

BMW Model Archive · May 2014 · bmwarchive.org (http://www.bmwarchive.org)

Model...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-01-2014, 01:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,523
Posted By x5turtle
AC working intermittently and Coolant hose or Radiator Broke

Hi All, haven't been on the forum for a while as I have been on my regular maintenance for the X, it's been 10 years and first sign of trouble showed up yesterday.

Living in So Cal, weather as...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-03-2011, 01:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,842
Posted By x5turtle
That doesn't sound too good for January 2011, and...

That doesn't sound too good for January 2011, and taxes in April... I am guessing its the transmission that is causing the rattling as the engine just sounds strong and healthy.

I am not too...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-30-2010, 04:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,842
Posted By x5turtle
X5 shakes/rattles when keeping speed on uphill

It happened to me while I was driving to Grand Canyon with my family last weekend. Car was driving fine when going up the Canyon, and when I drive to Las Vegas after the Canyon, the car shakes or...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-25-2010, 04:14 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 35,528
Posted By x5turtle
04 3.0i premium 130K Oil change according to...

04 3.0i premium 130K
Oil change according to the gauge
Differential/Tranny Oil replaced every other engine oil change
Sparkplugs, W/P, belts replaced at 100K
Knocking on Wood Trims, no problems...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-23-2009, 01:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,087
Posted By x5turtle
Bearing and seal I guess

Bearing and seal I guess
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