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Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 02-27-2021, 09:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,011
Posted By srhorn
So I ended up using the earlier model transfer...

So I ended up using the earlier model transfer case from a salvage yard to avoid any compatibility issues. 100,000 miles later I had to replace it again (it had 50K on it). Can't complain...my '04...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 12-27-2011, 05:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 10,854
Posted By srhorn
A note of caution...

Having just replaced a broken cupholder...the rear of the cupholder is screwed in. If the screw is loose you'll be okay. BUT, if it's in there tightly (like mine) you have to drop the glovebox to...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 12-27-2011, 04:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 9,884
Posted By srhorn
Exact dupe of my 2004! It now has 174,000 miles...

Exact dupe of my 2004! It now has 174,000 miles on it. Only major hiccup was my vibration debacle at 170,000 miles...when they replaced all the wheel bearings and the transfer case only to find it...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 12-27-2011, 03:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,495
Posted By srhorn
Yea, the Universal was shot and they totally...

Yea, the Universal was shot and they totally missed it! It comes assembled...$766.59 and $240 for installation.

To the dealers credit they did discount all the other tries at fixing it...so i...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 07-19-2011, 01:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,650
Posted By srhorn
Considering the condition of the transfer case we...

Considering the condition of the transfer case we saw no need to analyse the oil...the shards did seem to be the result of bearing failure. The oil was VERY dark compared to new. Nevertheless, the...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 07-19-2011, 12:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,650
Posted By srhorn
Regarding the Transfer Case....my 2004 X3 had the...

Regarding the Transfer Case....my 2004 X3 had the Transfer Case fail at 160,000 miles...no codes, no warnings. When they drained the lubricant it contained "shards" of metal. The lubricant is NOT...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 07-14-2011, 12:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,650
Posted By srhorn
I would highly suggest having new fluid done for...

I would highly suggest having new fluid done for the Transfer Case and front and rear differentials. Especially the Transfer Case...it is a very expensive proposition to replace ($4K+).

Steve
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 07-14-2011, 12:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,495
Posted By srhorn
Quick update....after all that it was the rear...

Quick update....after all that it was the rear driveshaft! The rear Universal Joint was shot, but is not servicable, so the whole drivesahaft had to replaced. Saw some very sheepish...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-20-2011, 12:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,495
Posted By srhorn
X3 Vibration...any advice?

Well my 2004 X3 started a low speed vibration under load...I'd feel it shake at 20 mph, then again at 35-40 under light load. Brought it in to the dealer...he insistes it is the Transfer Case...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 12-24-2010, 12:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,011
Posted By srhorn
Transfer Case compatibility 2004-2010?

I am considering putting a new transfer case in my 2004 X3...and while looking for both new and used cases it looks like the part number changed in 2006 from #27103455134 to #27103455137...both are...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 12-24-2010, 12:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,739
Posted By srhorn
Mine is an automatic. I told the dealer to close...

Mine is an automatic. I told the dealer to close it up before I make a decision on spending the $3200! So they had to re-fill it with new fluid (to the tune of $55 for a quart). Interestingly the...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 12-23-2010, 11:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,739
Posted By srhorn
Same issue, has anyone gotten to the bottom of it?

My 2004 X3 started vibrating as well. First noticed it on cruise control going up long hills. Now I can make it happen at 35-40 by gently accelerating...and as soon as I let up on the throttle it...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 09-11-2010, 07:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,007
Posted By srhorn
Thanks...that sounds like more work than doing...

Thanks...that sounds like more work than doing the struts themselves! I'll try to get a copy of the TIS CD...sounds like it may be worth having!

Cheers,

Steve
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 09-10-2010, 03:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,007
Posted By srhorn
Not the most helpful reply I've seen, but if...

Not the most helpful reply I've seen, but if someone else could give some pointers I'd be glad to post the procedure here with pictures etc.

-Steve
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 09-10-2010, 01:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,007
Posted By srhorn
Ever figure out how to get to the rear shocks?

I'm getting ready to do the front struts and rear shocks on my 2004 X3, and I'm wondering how I'm going to get to the top of the rear shocks to remove them!

-Steve
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 03-07-2009, 11:49 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,640
Posted By srhorn
Well I had two cars with issues. My 2000 528i...

Well I had two cars with issues. My 2000 528i would stumble and stall during warm up, and of course the dealer said nothing was wrong! I did the seals on it and it ran like new again! Then I...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 03-06-2009, 08:35 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,344
Posted By srhorn
Has anyone disassembled the rear armrest?

My rear Armrest latch has broken in my '04 X3, making it very hard to drop the armrest down without fumbling around to push the latch. The dealer, of course, will replace the entire unit for a mere...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 03-06-2009, 08:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,640
Posted By srhorn
My '04 X3 2.5 started getting terrible mileage...

My '04 X3 2.5 started getting terrible mileage (15-16 city, 19-21 highway)...the dealer said everything was fine. With some research I found some posts regarding the seals in the Vanos unit. Well I...
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