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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-07-2024, 06:51 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,120
Posted By Scott ZHP
A really bright flashlight helps too. Check the...

A really bright flashlight helps too. Check the DISA diaphragm to ensure it's holding vacuum. And remember, when you find "a" problem, it might not be the only problem. P0171/P0174 are almost...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-03-2024, 07:08 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,120
Posted By Scott ZHP
Same; I buy L/XL in 6mil; stretch it over the...

Same; I buy L/XL in 6mil; stretch it over the MAF, cut off the pinky tip and stuff the smoke hose in it secured with a small zip tie.

Just looked at OP's MAF reading... 52kg/hr at idle?? I'd...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-03-2024, 02:54 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,120
Posted By Scott ZHP
Some less common air/vacuum leaks on the M54......

Some less common air/vacuum leaks on the M54... one or sometimes two small vacuum caps on the rear of the intake manifold; they split and fall off. The tubing/vacuum valve that controls the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-26-2024, 07:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 783
Posted By Scott ZHP
I replaced the ignition switch (just the...

I replaced the ignition switch (just the electrical part) and cleaned up everything before reinstalling. I added some Dynamat here and there and wrapped anything that might rattle or vibrate in felt...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-26-2024, 07:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 783
Posted By Scott ZHP
It looks worse than it is; I just labeled...

It looks worse than it is; I just labeled everything well and had about 40 ziplock bags of various fasteners. And noted how many connectors and to what they were plugged into. Anything that might...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-24-2024, 06:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 783
Posted By Scott ZHP
Did mine a few years ago; lots of stuff needs to...

Did mine a few years ago; lots of stuff needs to come out.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-24-2024, 06:06 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 15,919
Posted By Scott ZHP
Welcome to the club.

Welcome to the club.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-03-2024, 02:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 415
Posted By Scott ZHP
When I do this gasket, I use a tiny bit of 3M...

When I do this gasket, I use a tiny bit of 3M Weatherstrip adhesive to hold the gasket in place. Just a dot on a few places so it won't move/pop out of the channel; then put something flat on the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-31-2024, 07:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 182
Posted By Scott ZHP
BMW seems to have changed from the E-Torx to the...

BMW seems to have changed from the E-Torx to the internal Torx head style mid way through production.

I rounded and eventually snapped the head off the E-Torx on one of them; no amount of...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-31-2024, 07:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 182
Posted By Scott ZHP
I have a few from parts stores/HF. I bought this...

I have a few from parts stores/HF. I bought this set a few months ago and it's been life changing. Worth every penny:
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-28-2024, 06:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 415
Posted By Scott ZHP
When I have the OFH off to do the gasket on the...

When I have the OFH off to do the gasket on the M54, I always replace the oil separator and the air hoses, including the one that drains to the dipstick tube. Access is much easier. Need to pull a...
Forum: BMW SAV Items Wanted to Buy 01-20-2024, 10:58 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 37
Posted By Scott ZHP
I have an 01 3.0i (Topaz) that I'm likely selling...

I have an 01 3.0i (Topaz) that I'm likely selling in Spring; I'm in PA. I'm the original owner and have all service records. Really well maintained. Clear is peeling on the hood/roof. 180k. Just...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-28-2023, 10:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 376
Posted By Scott ZHP
Yep, it was easier to pop the tierod than find...

Yep, it was easier to pop the tierod than find the sweet spot trying to steer it. Using a rotor is a great idea; as you know if will fit the hub.

TIS mentions disconnecting the straight control...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-28-2023, 09:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 376
Posted By Scott ZHP
Update, axle out of the bearing/knuckle. No need...

Update, axle out of the bearing/knuckle. No need to mess with the ball joints in the bottom of the knuckle, just unbolt the straight lower control arm from the subframe; wiggle the axle out. I did...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-27-2023, 07:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 376
Posted By Scott ZHP
Perfect, thanks! Looks like they want the...

Perfect, thanks! Looks like they want the control arm removed at the inboard end; that's easier than popping the ball joints. Press tool arrived today, but too busy to try it.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-26-2023, 06:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 376
Posted By Scott ZHP
Good to "see" a familiar face ;). Yeah, done...

Good to "see" a familiar face ;).

Yeah, done my E53 axles a couple of times (180k miles, still have it, bought it new). Those are pretty easy.

Had to stop and order an axle puller/press...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 08-26-2023, 12:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 376
Posted By Scott ZHP
Front CV axle DIY?

Tried to search, but it doesn't appear to be working for me.

Anyone know the procedure for replacing front CV axles, driver side? I found precisely one video, and the guy gets clearance by...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-15-2020, 07:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,071
Posted By Scott ZHP
There's no integrated trans cooler in the...

There's no integrated trans cooler in the radiator; the trans heat exchanger is a separate unit. Still needs flushing though.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-11-2020, 08:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 731
Posted By Scott ZHP
Same; been using it for years. It's good stuff.

Same; been using it for years. It's good stuff.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-05-2020, 03:15 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 227
Posted By Scott ZHP
Hatch light interchange

I did a search, but couldn't find a definitive answer.

The inner hatch lights on my 01 look hazy; tried polishing them and then compound+polish but they're still pretty bad. It's a different...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-05-2020, 02:56 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,970
Posted By Scott ZHP
I stuffed my phone down there and took a whole...

I stuffed my phone down there and took a whole bunch of blind pics; my white label was still intact, so it was easy to tell from one of the 20 random pics I got.

Been a while since I replaced...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-05-2020, 02:34 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,970
Posted By Scott ZHP
I've also used a giant socket on the outside end...

I've also used a giant socket on the outside end of the ear and pulled it; but the mallet works just as well. I do this with the ear supported from the back also with a large socket, so theres no...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-05-2020, 02:17 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,970
Posted By Scott ZHP
The trick to reinstalling the alt easily onto the...

The trick to reinstalling the alt easily onto the bracket is to refit the long mounting bolt (on the bench). Spray it with penetrating oil and lightly whack the bolt head a few times with a...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-24-2020, 05:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 612
Posted By Scott ZHP
Yep; early and late coils have different...

Yep; early and late coils have different connectors. Late are the flip-style quick disconnect.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-20-2020, 05:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 388
Posted By Scott ZHP
Front and rear blower each have their own FSR,...

Front and rear blower each have their own FSR, BTW.
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