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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-03-2014, 12:56 PM
Replies: 1,116
Views: 232,259
Posted By anthonytexas
Well gents, it's been a pleasure. At 138,021...

Well gents, it's been a pleasure. At 138,021 mile, I have officially traded in my 2005 X5 for a 2012 Lexus RX350. It was a love-hate relationship between us, but over the years there were more bads...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-27-2014, 09:02 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 258,474
Posted By anthonytexas
Also, the use the 'engineering hack' with the...

Also, the use the 'engineering hack' with the screw and washer. You won't regret it.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-27-2014, 09:02 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 258,474
Posted By anthonytexas
Here's a video for this door handle fix: ...

Here's a video for this door handle fix:

Repairing door handles on a BMW X5 2000 thru 2006 - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D0-HTcupH6U)

I've done it 3xs now so I'm an expert, but this...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-21-2014, 12:38 AM
Replies: 261
Views: 258,474
Posted By anthonytexas
And then today, the passenger side handle gave...

And then today, the passenger side handle gave out. $40 on ebay. I'm an expert now. LOL.

Passenger Right Front Outside Door Handle Carrier for x5 BMW E53 51 21 8 243 616 | eBay...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-30-2014, 01:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,156
Posted By anthonytexas
Yes, on both occasions, the Autozone clerk tested...

Yes, on both occasions, the Autozone clerk tested the batteries and they were completely dead. The clerk was baffled since these are top-of-the-line AGM batteries that they carry. Could be the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-30-2014, 01:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,169
Posted By anthonytexas
So did you get this fixed eventually. I'm almost...

So did you get this fixed eventually. I'm almost certain that it's my NAV system that's causing the drain. And now, the Bluetooth might be as well. Since I used neither anymore these days,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-30-2014, 12:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,156
Posted By anthonytexas
Thanks, all. In my digging around the internet, I...

Thanks, all. In my digging around the internet, I noticed that the driver side highbeam light flickering as a common sign of a battery drain issue. Just wondering if the highbeam possibly turning on...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-28-2014, 02:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,156
Posted By anthonytexas
Saw this article about BMW AG admitting that...

Saw this article about BMW AG admitting that there are high draining modules that don't go 'to sleep' even after the engine is off:

ATTENTION: E70 X5 owners, High Battery Drain....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-28-2014, 02:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,156
Posted By anthonytexas
'DVD player' is actually the GPS Navigation...

'DVD player' is actually the GPS Navigation system drive. I only noticed it spinning once I lift up the tailgate. Maybe it's part of the lighting system that illuminates the car and turns on the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-28-2014, 02:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,156
Posted By anthonytexas
Something is draining / discharging my battery

2005 3.0I, 132,000 miles.

My OEM BMW battery finally gave out after 5 years. Kids leaving the interior lights on might have pushed it over the edge (although I thought my X5 usually shut...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-02-2014, 09:50 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,108
Posted By anthonytexas
Hey thanks for the info. Will definitely look at...

Hey thanks for the info. Will definitely look at it now for some of my DIYs. I'm still laughing at my door handle incidents. Two years into ownership and the door handle falls off. LOL. Should have...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-30-2014, 12:54 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,108
Posted By anthonytexas
That's the thing, once AC (cool air) kicks in, it...

That's the thing, once AC (cool air) kicks in, it works throughout the time I'm driving or stopping or even parking to go into a store and come back out. My theory is once the engine is 'warm' due...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-30-2014, 12:05 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,108
Posted By anthonytexas
Some days I just shake my head. Seems to be one...

Some days I just shake my head. Seems to be one thing after another. To date, I still have not resolve my 'AC won't kick in until I drive around for a bit or hit highway speed" and the "mysterious...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-23-2013, 03:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 14,509
Posted By anthonytexas
Okay, so I'm having the same issue with my...

Okay, so I'm having the same issue with my passenger side angel eye being out. 2001 X5 3.0. I'm able to find the Osram #64113 here:

Your Parts Search Returned 1 Part(s)...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-29-2013, 09:57 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 18,367
Posted By anthonytexas
Wow, almost a year since I posted this. My...

Wow, almost a year since I posted this. My original point deals with the AC actually cooling the car, not just fan running or the vent ventilating. My point is this: If I parked my car in the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-17-2012, 03:16 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 18,367
Posted By anthonytexas
How to stop AC from coming on during start?

I've this annoying "feature" ever since I've bought my 2005 X5. Being in Houston, I really didn't pay attention to this since I would eventually turn the AC on anyways. About 9 out of 12 months, AC...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-17-2012, 03:06 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 53,878
Posted By anthonytexas
I've been reading alot about my AC issues and...

I've been reading alot about my AC issues and everything points to the AUX fan not working properly. You know, the "my AC won't blow out cold air until the engine is driven for about 5-10 minutes"...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-03-2012, 10:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,898
Posted By anthonytexas
Wow. I goofed! Had a couple of windows opened and...

Wow. I goofed! Had a couple of windows opened and replied to the wrong thread. I was actually trying to get some feedback on the fan from another diy post. Please ignore.

As for the filter, I've...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-03-2012, 04:36 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,898
Posted By anthonytexas
I'm about ready to pull the trigger on this DIY,...

I'm about ready to pull the trigger on this DIY, here's what I looking at buying:

BMW E53 X5 00-06 3.0i 4.4i 4.6is Replacement Radiator Fan | eBay...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2012, 01:25 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,869
Posted By anthonytexas
Man, this is my noise also. And you are right,...

Man, this is my noise also. And you are right, julezw. BMW making that noise is like you driving a worn-down jalopy. I hate it.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2012, 01:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,179
Posted By anthonytexas
I have the same issue as the OP's #4...groaning...

I have the same issue as the OP's #4...groaning noise when cold. Very annoying. Not sure if its a symptom of something bigger.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2012, 01:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,659
Posted By anthonytexas
Man, I have these groans too! Especially...

Man, I have these groans too! Especially noticeable when the engine is cool (ie. early morning or after parking for a while.) Seems that when the engine warms up from driving, the noises become less...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-03-2012, 11:02 AM
Replies: 261
Views: 258,474
Posted By anthonytexas
Just did mine following instructions here (and...

Just did mine following instructions here (and watching detailed YouTube video on how to remove the door panel). Took 2 hours with a lunch break in between. Hardest part was getting the new handle...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-13-2012, 12:13 AM
Replies: 261
Views: 258,474
Posted By anthonytexas
My driver door refused to opened today. SOB! Just...

My driver door refused to opened today. SOB! Just like that! Checked alarm and the other doors and everything worked; excepted for the driver's door. Had to roll down the window to open from the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-18-2012, 01:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,340
Posted By anthonytexas
Big sale at AutohausAZ

I saw this on the Slickdeals forum and just thought I shared. Seems like good pricing for BMW parts.

Auto Parts at AutohausAZ - OEM Auto Parts - Discount Replacement Parts, Resources and Car Care...
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