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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-20-2024, 08:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,137
Posted By thunderX
What was their cost and turnaround- 3 weeks seems standard

On eBay a co. AutoECU1 does a repair service for $229 with a 3 week turnaround.

Agreed on the removal tip- I had no idea where to look.

2001 4.4 Sport Package
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-11-2021, 11:00 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,553
Posted By thunderX
AC808 Airbag Reset Tool - It works!

Light came on after doing work on car. Got this $20 code scanner / SRS reset tool from eBay. Here's the process that worked:

1. Plug in scanner

2. Turn key to position 2, not running but...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-28-2021, 11:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,352
Posted By thunderX
Yup, agreed. Also replaced other suspension...

Yup, agreed. Also replaced other suspension items (but before the vibration problem so did not mention):
Front Tension Struts and Ball Joints
Front Lower Control Arms
Rear Guiding Suspension Link...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-28-2021, 05:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,352
Posted By thunderX
Replaced all 4 w Susphane poly bushings, used...

Replaced all 4 w Susphane poly bushings, used Energy Suspension grease liberally.

Noticeable improvements also in handling and no more noise going over bumps.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-27-2021, 07:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,352
Posted By thunderX
Vibration Problem Solved

After replacing my transfer case chain, noticed a strong vibration from 22 mph - 28 mph that shook entire X5, making it impossible to accelerate normally. Since it was very strong at the center...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-10-2020, 08:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,223
Posted By thunderX
Front Driveshaft 15mm Spacer at Guibo

I don't have stripped splines on my front driveshaft but found this spacer on eBay from Russia. It looks well machined and pushes splines 15mm further into the Transfer Case.

I only found 1...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-21-2020, 09:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 780
Posted By thunderX
Transfer Case - What else to replace?

Hey guys, I'm going to replace the chain in a 2001 E53 4.4 w/ the NV125 transfer case.

From the 1st time I heard the rat-tat-tat-tat, I have not let it occur more than 4 or 5 times with light...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-30-2018, 04:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,923
Posted By thunderX
Yup, makes sense. I just removed the entire...

Yup, makes sense.

I just removed the entire wheel carrier and removed the hub 1st w a 5 lb. hammer, then the hub cover, the snap ring, then used the 5 lb. hammer again to remove the bearing.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-27-2018, 06:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,923
Posted By thunderX
Brake shield?

Thanks for the idea.

I'll check it but I doubt it's the noise since it goes away completely when I turn the steering slightly to the right, like at 2 o'clock.

The noise going away when...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-26-2018, 09:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,923
Posted By thunderX
You installed the hub and bearing as a single...

You installed the hub and bearing as a single unit?

I was going to do the bearing 1st, then the hub.

I might do it your way- and include the red locktight recommended by BMW.

Thx.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-26-2018, 09:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,923
Posted By thunderX
Agreed. Thx. 143,000 miles

Agreed. Thx.

143,000 miles
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-23-2018, 06:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,923
Posted By thunderX
Thanks for the reply. I was ordering the...

Thanks for the reply.

I was ordering the bearing and the seller said to drive it 1st 100 miles to give the new CV a chance to lube and loosen. He said this w/out hesitation, indicating to me that...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-23-2018, 07:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,923
Posted By thunderX
Wheel Bearing, CV Joint, or Front Differential Noise?

I just replaced the front passenger axle in a 2001 X5 4.4 and now have a noise that increases with speed starting at ~20 mph.

The noise completely goes away if turning right at a certain degree...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-06-2012, 06:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,647
Posted By thunderX
Great! Thx for the reply. For some reason I get better

reception connecting to the one in the 2nd pic.

I guess for people doing this, try both.

If anyone has found a way to use BOTH antennas so we can have a True Diversity solution like OEM, please...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-06-2012, 04:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,647
Posted By thunderX
Which Antenna To Connect To After Market Head Unit?

Just installed a new Head Unit and radio reception is not quite as good as OEM.

There are 2 antenna connections on the OEM Radio Module.

I used the typical antenna adapter for the smaller...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-03-2012, 10:51 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,332
Posted By thunderX
After Market Head Unit, Speakers, 2 Subs, and 1 Sub amp

I installed all this but still need to figure out how to connect the 4 Speaker Outs of a 4 Channel Amp to the OEM speaker harness so I can unplug the stock Alpine amp.

What the X had: NAV, no...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-28-2012, 02:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,252
Posted By thunderX
Figured it out

For future reference for future searchers...

What I didn't find yesterday but did today was the radio module under the spare tire.

Here's a pic of the Module Wiring harness that makes sense...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-28-2012, 12:18 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,252
Posted By thunderX
Nav / Stereo Upgrade

I've been searching for a week and can't find an answer to this, maybe you guys can help?

I have an '01 w/ NAV and no DSP.

I want to install an after market double din head unit and found the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-13-2012, 10:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 12,347
Posted By thunderX
RealOEM.com * BMW E53 X5 4.4i Repair kit for ball...

RealOEM.com * BMW E53 X5 4.4i Repair kit for ball joint (http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=FB33&mospid=47746&btnr=33_1678&hg=33&fg=30)

Hope the link creator worked... anyway, just...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-10-2012, 09:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 12,347
Posted By thunderX
It's more likely that the parts are worn out and...

It's more likely that the parts are worn out and you're not able to test in a way that exposes it. There's a youtube vid that shows how to test, but at 80K, just replace ALL the steering and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-30-2012, 08:46 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,321
Posted By thunderX
Nice! Thanks. I took the lazy route and...

Nice! Thanks.

I took the lazy route and just plugged my V1 into the cig lighter below the glove compartment and ran the wire under the A-pillar trim and headliner.

I also bought extra mounts...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-06-2012, 09:46 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,300
Posted By thunderX
I don't have the part number... but it's pretty...

I don't have the part number... but it's pretty easy to hammer it out. Do you use a 5 lb. hammer? It's tough if you only have a framing hammer.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-03-2012, 10:45 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 15,128
Posted By thunderX
Yes, that's very helpful. Thanks a bunch for...

Yes, that's very helpful. Thanks a bunch for taking the time to post that.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-03-2012, 10:38 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,078
Posted By thunderX
13.4 on kbb, looks like a good price. Go for it,...

13.4 on kbb, looks like a good price. Go for it, Dude.

I can't believe they cleaned the engine bay but not the carpets. I agree w/ the post above about the rusty calipers- mine don't look like...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-01-2012, 08:32 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 15,128
Posted By thunderX
Can you please post the part numbers?

Can you please post the part numbers?
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