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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-26-2011, 08:46 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 19,064
Posted By gregorio
The warranty is still in full force up to the...

The warranty is still in full force up to the value of the vehicle. Since the repairs were done at their authorization, they are still covered. The insurance company actually found the transmission...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-26-2011, 02:41 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 19,064
Posted By gregorio
Just an update to this saga. The transmission...

Just an update to this saga. The transmission started getting worse. It still lurched, bucked or surged but now I was seeing it at 37mph and 67 mph ONLY in 5th gear regardless of D/S/M selector...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-18-2011, 10:37 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 19,064
Posted By gregorio
I am hoping they can figure it out and not just...

I am hoping they can figure it out and not just throw a rebuilt tranny at it. Sure, it will solve the problem but we really won't learn anything.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-18-2011, 09:25 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 19,064
Posted By gregorio
It might have something to do with the TC but it...

It might have something to do with the TC but it is hard to see any RPM fluctuation. The feeling is as if it is locking and unlocking.

BTW, 6th is as high or higher load that 5th.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-18-2011, 06:41 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 19,064
Posted By gregorio
95K now

95K now
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-18-2011, 04:07 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 19,064
Posted By gregorio
If it is any consolation, I still have the same...

If it is any consolation, I still have the same surge/jerk problem several months and miles later. It only happens in 5th gear no matter what the selector position. I have felt it at 65mph after...
Forum: The Lounge 02-20-2011, 11:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,076
Posted By gregorio
How about filing noise/nusiance complaint with...

How about filing noise/nusiance complaint with your local town? Where I'm at, they send out someone to verify and then leave a letter for the owners to respond or face fine. Gets their attention...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-13-2011, 04:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,947
Posted By gregorio
Did you try HomeLink (http://homelink.com) ?

Did you try HomeLink (http://homelink.com) ?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-28-2011, 12:27 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 16,581
Posted By gregorio
It dissolves the dirt and grime. After the foam...

It dissolves the dirt and grime. After the foam dissapates, the engine looks brand new.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-28-2011, 12:22 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 16,581
Posted By gregorio
No-Touch Foaming Tire Care. Spray it on and walk...

No-Touch Foaming Tire Care. Spray it on and walk away. Heavy grime might need another application. Seriously.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-18-2011, 01:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,240
Posted By gregorio
I've had my 2004 for 6 months and the bills are...

I've had my 2004 for 6 months and the bills are piling up. If it was not for the $2500 aftermarket warranty, I would be broke. My most expensive repairs so far have been;

1. Complete trans...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-17-2011, 11:43 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 14,939
Posted By gregorio
Got my letter last week. Local dealer said it...

Got my letter last week. Local dealer said it only changes some communication parameters and does not alter shifting or engine mapping. Any changes noticed would be from the ECU and TCU adaptive...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-07-2011, 03:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,736
Posted By gregorio
If you do not have the card with the four digit...

If you do not have the card with the four digit PK, you can find it on the ULF located near the changer. I tried unsuccessfuly to get my phones to pair for quite some time thinking that the module...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-28-2010, 12:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,656
Posted By gregorio
Thanks everyone. I am beginning to think I...

Thanks everyone. I am beginning to think I should start researching a new car. There is an extended warranty on this thing for another 18 months so I'm good on major repairs. It's the minor ones...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-27-2010, 05:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,142
Posted By gregorio
Sorry. I misunderstood you. It is not very...

Sorry. I misunderstood you. It is not very often that a car is so balanced that its tires wear evenly. :thumbup:
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-27-2010, 05:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,142
Posted By gregorio
You'd be surprised at how many people buy tires...

You'd be surprised at how many people buy tires from the dealers. After all, many people do not have time or want to spend more time taking the car to multiple places to get the work done.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-27-2010, 04:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,656
Posted By gregorio
I'm hoping it is that simple. thanks

I'm hoping it is that simple. thanks
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-27-2010, 11:26 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,656
Posted By gregorio
91,000 miles now. Mechanic never mentioned...

91,000 miles now. Mechanic never mentioned valley pan but sounds plausible. How likely is the radiator? He said that was a problem on these cars.
Thanks,Greg
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-27-2010, 02:21 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,656
Posted By gregorio
4.4 coolant leak

I suddenly have to add coolant every few days. All hoses look good and I can't see any leaks but noticed some strange stains around the expansion tank. It's hard to tell becasue of all the rain we...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-27-2010, 02:13 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,142
Posted By gregorio
+2 Uneven tire pressure can contribute more...

+2

Uneven tire pressure can contribute more rotational differences and tire age will contribute more handling differences than a few 32nd's wear
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-26-2010, 01:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,639
Posted By gregorio
A guy on a 3 series forum let his girlfriend take...

A guy on a 3 series forum let his girlfriend take his car to work and left the car running for 9 hours! Something about not understanding how to use the Comfort Access keys.

Idling for a...
Forum: Bluetooth 12-21-2010, 01:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,570
Posted By gregorio
My X5 did a crazy thing today - it paired with my...

My X5 did a crazy thing today - it paired with my iPhone and my Curve! I pulled into the driveway and before I shut her off, I accidently pressed the button to activate the phone. When I saw the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-24-2010, 08:02 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 19,064
Posted By gregorio
PLEASE tell me more! That is the exact same...

PLEASE tell me more! That is the exact same symptom. We checked and there are no codes in the engine, trans or tranfer case. Can you give me the details of what the dealer did?

I would really...
Forum: Navigation System 09-24-2010, 10:21 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,273
Posted By gregorio
I'm in Northern California and looking for a CD...

I'm in Northern California and looking for a CD player to put behind my NAV screen
Forum: Navigation System 09-24-2010, 09:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,273
Posted By gregorio
I thought all MKIV NAV cars had BM53. Is that...

I thought all MKIV NAV cars had BM53. Is that not the case? Can you point me in the right direction with someplace that sells the head units?
Thanks
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