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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-25-2010, 06:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,486
Posted By mautzi
here's a detailed parts list diagram, just google...

here's a detailed parts list diagram, just google by part #s and order. looks like you need item # 2 and 3 - this was for a 2002 X5 3.0

rear wiper...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-19-2010, 10:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,486
Posted By mautzi
had this happen a few times, pop cap on arm and...

had this happen a few times, pop cap on arm and tighten screw
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-28-2009, 07:47 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,674
Posted By mautzi
that was definitely my problem - it has not...

that was definitely my problem - it has not surfaced since they changed the ABS control unit. I don't recall teh part # but can dig it up. It's anotehr not so difficult to do yourself job (I'm told)...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-01-2009, 09:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,829
Posted By mautzi
it was the PRESSURE HOSE ASSY...

it was the PRESSURE HOSE ASSY COMPRESSOR-CONDENSER that was leaking, it didn't hold the refrigerant charge and I culd see that it was leaking through the top part. Took it to the mechanic, had them...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-26-2009, 11:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,829
Posted By mautzi
so I took one of the valve caps off (the top one...

so I took one of the valve caps off (the top one - there are 2 on the left if you are facing the engine) and I could hear a hissing noise. Is that normal? If I put the cap back on I do not hear any...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-25-2009, 09:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,829
Posted By mautzi
Don't think I've ever had the refrigerant...

Don't think I've ever had the refrigerant refilled. After how many years woudl you have to refill? also is it typically easy to find the leak if there is one? thanks for your quick response.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-25-2009, 09:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,674
Posted By mautzi
sorry man, I still don't get it

sorry man, I still don't get it
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-25-2009, 08:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,674
Posted By mautzi
??? what does that mean?

??? what does that mean?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-25-2009, 07:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,674
Posted By mautzi
took it to a Euro car specialist and they...

took it to a Euro car specialist and they determined that it was the ABS control unit. They replaced it and after 2 days of driving the car seems to have fixed the problem.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-25-2009, 06:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,829
Posted By mautzi
Cool air thru driver side, warm thru passenger side Vents

my latest episode with my 2002 X5 3.0

any ideas? also the rear blower makes a lot of noise but it is not pushing out cool air either.

thanks in advance
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-13-2009, 06:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,674
Posted By mautzi
kept driving it to force SES and I finally did...

kept driving it to force SES and I finally did (also Fail Trans Safe mode). Read the code and only had a single error code (using Actron) P0731 Gear ratio incorrect - this a new code, never had it...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-13-2009, 03:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,674
Posted By mautzi
totally stumped

replaced, both cats, 4 02 sensors, still had cutting fuel/throttle at various rpm and not moving or shifting, couldn't get uphill, car would rev but no power, no changing of gears (had tranny...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-07-2009, 07:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,180
Posted By mautzi
in my case: MAF, O2 sensors, catalytic...

in my case: MAF, O2 sensors, catalytic converters. If they have never been changed then they can go at anytime (though cats are less likely to go)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-17-2009, 06:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,451
Posted By mautzi
I have 141k miles unfortunately

I have 141k miles unfortunately
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-16-2009, 09:16 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,451
Posted By mautzi
update: replaced the o2 sensors in the back...

update:

replaced the o2 sensors in the back but the cat is gone, the rear o2 sensors had crud built up on them from the Cats. I now need to find some Cats at a reasonable price. Man the 3.0 Cats...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-14-2009, 07:21 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,796
Posted By mautzi
but are there universal cats that are bolt on or...

but are there universal cats that are bolt on or will I have to weld and cut?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-13-2009, 09:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,451
Posted By mautzi
you are probably right. they read the codes and...

you are probably right. they read the codes and its process of elimination. I still have the SES after changing the front and removing the battery. drove the car and still had the stutter probably, I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-13-2009, 09:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,451
Posted By mautzi
update, the front o2 sensors on the 2002 x5 3.0...

update, the front o2 sensors on the 2002 x5 3.0 are on the topside by the valve cover (on the left if you are facing the engine - passenger side). the job was very easy though space was tight. i...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-13-2009, 07:17 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,796
Posted By mautzi
lessons recently learned: 1) don't drive...

lessons recently learned:

1) don't drive your X5 toooooo hard

2) once your car is out of warranty - never go to a dealer

Oct - stealership suggested I change the brake fluid, 3 months later...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-13-2009, 07:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,451
Posted By mautzi
I'm getting error codes for both banks 1 and 2.

I'm getting error codes for both banks 1 and 2.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-12-2009, 06:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,451
Posted By mautzi
I'm just changing the sensors right now and I...

I'm just changing the sensors right now and I have read conflicting messages on how easy they are to replace. I guess I'll find out shortly. If I cant get it, I'll take it to a local mechanic that...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-12-2009, 12:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,451
Posted By mautzi
Cat efficiency bank 1&2 and 02 Sensor 1 & 2 error codes

2002 X5 3.0 140k miles got error codes for

stealer is saying need to replace everything for about 3k. did some reading and not sure about changing cat yet (no odor, no noise). The dealer proposes...
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