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Forum: UK Forum 03-27-2011, 12:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,440
Posted By Simon_0106
where are you located in london???

where are you located in london???
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-19-2010, 02:13 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,886
Posted By Simon_0106
Well worth having then !!! Any ideas what a good...

Well worth having then !!! Any ideas what a good price is to pay ??
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-18-2010, 02:16 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,886
Posted By Simon_0106
Anyone fitted an egr delete ?? Are they worth...

Anyone fitted an egr delete ?? Are they worth while ??
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-16-2010, 11:31 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,572
Posted By Simon_0106
Rear sway bar links. Getting sorted.

Rear sway bar links. Getting sorted.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-16-2010, 11:27 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,886
Posted By Simon_0106
Try this link. RealOEM.com Online BMW Parts...

Try this link. RealOEM.com Online BMW Parts Catalog (http://www.realoem.com/bmw/select.do) :thumbup: Enter details. And it should tell you.

Good luck
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 02-15-2010, 12:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,398
Posted By Simon_0106
Update. Apart form now feeling like a total idiot...

Update. Apart form now feeling like a total idiot :banghead: I am happy that we have located fault. It is rear sway bar links. On order from BM's now. Should have them fitted by the weekend. It was...
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 02-14-2010, 02:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,398
Posted By Simon_0106
. I will try and see what I can do

.

I will try and see what I can do
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 02-14-2010, 01:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,398
Posted By Simon_0106
Right, to describe the noise in a maybe better...

Right, to describe the noise in a maybe better way. It is coming from the o/s rear/centre of the car. it mainly happens when turning right more than when turning left. Occasional when going over...
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 02-13-2010, 06:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,398
Posted By Simon_0106
Hi, Its a 2001 3.0d sport model....

Hi, Its a 2001 3.0d sport model. Cracking/knocking noise metal to metal? Almost like a high pitched exhaust knock or a stone hitting hollow metal might be the best way to describe it. Pads are fine...
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 02-13-2010, 04:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,398
Posted By Simon_0106
Getting worse now!!! :dunno:doing it when turning...

Getting worse now!!! :dunno:doing it when turning left or right. Just when first pulling away. Can anybody help??? Or is it a trip to my local garage??? :confused: Ive heard the rear wishbone bushes...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-13-2010, 01:22 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,886
Posted By Simon_0106
http://www.xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/x5-e53-foru...

http://www.xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/x5-e53-forum/70319-help-please-noise-rear.html

and here
...
Forum: The Lounge 02-13-2010, 08:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 915
Posted By Simon_0106
PM sent

PM sent
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-13-2010, 07:35 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,886
Posted By Simon_0106
I have noticed all the threads state that. Friend...

I have noticed all the threads state that. Friend is going to come round and program the unit for me when it arrives. Might get him to have a good check round the whole car with it while hes at it. ...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-13-2010, 03:11 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,886
Posted By Simon_0106
Hi Powers1, You were correct. Maf fault....

Hi Powers1,

You were correct. Maf fault. New one on order. Quick question for you. Can the maf be programmed using GT1???? Or is it 100% main dealer job??
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-13-2010, 03:09 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,886
Posted By Simon_0106
Thank you for the info Supernatural, All...

Thank you for the info Supernatural,

All filters are good. I had a go with the maf disconnected and that is my fault on this occasion. It is interesting to read that I am not the only person who...
Forum: Tire, Wheel, Brake and Suspension Forum 02-12-2010, 03:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,398
Posted By Simon_0106
REAR SUSPENSION NOISE.... HELP PLEASE

Hi all,
I am hearing a noise from the rear suspesion. Normally when turning right but occasionally when turning left at slow speeds normally when turning into a side road of a main road. When it...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-11-2010, 08:52 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,886
Posted By Simon_0106
Yeah used Mike a few times before. Couldn't...

Yeah used Mike a few times before. Couldn't aggree more use the vag-com for my vw's and audis and its a great piece of kit. I have fixed cars with air-bag lights on etc for friends that even the main...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-11-2010, 08:15 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,572
Posted By Simon_0106
HELP PLEASE NOISE FROM REAR

Hi all,
The wifes e53 x5 started making a strange noise this morning. When turning right eg: when turning from a main road in to a side road. It makes a rubbing noise from the o/s rear almost like...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-11-2010, 06:19 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,886
Posted By Simon_0106
Fernando, What diag system do you use then? Ive...

Fernando,
What diag system do you use then? Ive heard alot about inpa some good some bad. Obviously for home use only what software would you advise? Sorry for all the questions
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-11-2010, 05:51 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,886
Posted By Simon_0106
Fernando, Thanks for the advice. Sure it...

Fernando,

Thanks for the advice. Sure it was smoking prior to filter changes. I will check all those things out. Is it ok to drive with the maf disconnected for a test drive? I pressume that if...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-10-2010, 12:51 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,886
Posted By Simon_0106
Hi Laurence, The smoke is black. Gets really...

Hi Laurence,
The smoke is black. Gets really really bad when I floor it. The car gets a good motorway run every week. I rarely use supermarkey fuel. I did the filter changes myself so know they have...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-09-2010, 11:32 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,886
Posted By Simon_0106
Thanks for the reply. Sorry should have...

Thanks for the reply. Sorry should have explained. This vehicle has been serviced recently. Air filters etc.. new.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-08-2010, 07:11 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,886
Posted By Simon_0106
Help please Smoking Diesel

Hi all,
Need some help with a smokey X. I am getting really bad smoke on acceleration. I mean real bad like a smoke screen. Only on acceleration. Its fine at idle and when in P and revving.
Any...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-17-2009, 04:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,013
Posted By Simon_0106
I had the powerflex now i am back with the bmw...

I had the powerflex now i am back with the bmw parts on the X
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-16-2009, 02:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,242
Posted By Simon_0106
HAVE YOU HAD THE BRAKES CHECKED??? WHAT ABOUT THE...

HAVE YOU HAD THE BRAKES CHECKED??? WHAT ABOUT THE SUBFRAME BUSHES??? GET THESE CHECKED 1st. ALWAYS GET THE EASY/CHEAPEST STUFF CHECKED 1st. HOPE THIS HELPS. GOOD LUCK AND LET US ALL KNOW WHAT HAPPENS
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