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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-15-2012, 03:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,379
Posted By 4.6toddy
Over a month later and i'm finally repairing. ...

Over a month later and i'm finally repairing. Still need some help from the pros on here

I have disassembled the drivers side front door, to first replace the carrier. Did in fact find the old...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-04-2012, 09:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,379
Posted By 4.6toddy
The doors are already in the unlocked position,...

The doors are already in the unlocked position, and they open and close as needed. the trunk hatch does not open despite being in the unlocked setting and the central lock./unlock button on the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-03-2012, 10:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,279
Posted By 4.6toddy
I had them, swapped to Vredestein and am WAY...

I had them, swapped to Vredestein and am WAY happier
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-03-2012, 10:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,379
Posted By 4.6toddy
Major problems with door locks

My problem started with a very normal X5 problem, door handle carrier. drivers side front. In an ice storm a few weeks ago, I pulled the handle and "pop" - i know the symptom, its out of the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-31-2012, 02:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,914
Posted By 4.6toddy
I would HIGHLY suggest doing homework on the...

I would HIGHLY suggest doing homework on the tires to match the rims.

If you purchase a set of 21's you severely limit your options for rubber.
18's and 20's - no problem. Accessibility to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-26-2012, 02:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,756
Posted By 4.6toddy
I have clarified that in fact all interior lights...

I have clarified that in fact all interior lights come on, not just the front dome light.


Anybody know anything about this "Crash mode"
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-21-2012, 12:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,756
Posted By 4.6toddy
Electrical Gremlin....crash mode??

Okay here's the symptoms
02 4.6IS

The X has been locked as normal. I unlock using either remote or key in door. When I start her up, the hazard lights come on, the dome light forward of sunroof...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-18-2012, 08:56 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,769
Posted By 4.6toddy
Somewhere on here there's even a pic of an E53...

Somewhere on here there's even a pic of an E53 towing a test mule BMW of some sort. Even the creators of the beast still use an old one
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-17-2012, 11:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,395
Posted By 4.6toddy
oil seperator. another 2000 into the money...

oil seperator.
another 2000 into the money pit X5
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-16-2012, 01:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,395
Posted By 4.6toddy
Head Gasket?

2002 4.6IS - 138,000KM

So i'm on my way back from the airport last week and she starts running very rough. SES light comes on. Just as I pull into the driveway, everything returns to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-10-2011, 10:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,752
Posted By 4.6toddy
Any ideas as to why mine doesn't do it if driving...

Any ideas as to why mine doesn't do it if driving in Sport Mode?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-09-2011, 04:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,752
Posted By 4.6toddy
I have the same issue with my 4.6IS The RPM...

I have the same issue with my 4.6IS
The RPM drops about 200 and it slightly hesitates.

technician that worked on mine recently suggested torque converter but I'm not sure how that would cause...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-08-2011, 12:42 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 19,342
Posted By 4.6toddy
the factory aux ventilation is not a heating...

the factory aux ventilation is not a heating system, it's a cooling system if i recall correctly. It simply circulates air. When a vehicle is off, there's nowhere to draw heat from as the engine is...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-08-2011, 12:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,271
Posted By 4.6toddy
it is normal for the 'p' on the gearshift to stay...

it is normal for the 'p' on the gearshift to stay lit after shutting down. it goes off when the car "goes to sleep mode"

check it after half an hour - it should be off
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-07-2011, 04:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,928
Posted By 4.6toddy
Don't do it man! I hit a deer in March with...

Don't do it man!
I hit a deer in March with my 4.6IS and did FAR less damage then you've got there. I was able to drive mine away from the scene. My repair bill was $10k (covered by insurance) ...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-29-2011, 11:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,552
Posted By 4.6toddy
Also check on the 18" options which I just did on...

Also check on the 18" options which I just did on mine and found at great prices. 255/55R18 is the size and fairly common.
I have staggered fit 20's on a 4.6IS - the 18's clear the calipers with...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-24-2011, 09:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,341
Posted By 4.6toddy
A good auto upholsterer will also be able to add...

A good auto upholsterer will also be able to add some meat to the sides of the seats.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-24-2011, 04:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,254
Posted By 4.6toddy
sorry just read in more detail the OP No heavy...

sorry just read in more detail the OP
No heavy snow, this will be a great tire!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-24-2011, 04:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,254
Posted By 4.6toddy
I am currently running the XI-2 on my 4.6IS ...

I am currently running the XI-2 on my 4.6IS
They are spectacular tires in ice and cold and decent in deep snow.
They are an ice radial so there is lots of siping across the contact surface of the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-22-2011, 05:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 15,944
Posted By 4.6toddy
Prior to the waterpump and t-stat work was there...

Prior to the waterpump and t-stat work was there heat into the cabin?

If not - likely a plugged heater core

If yes - defective thermostat or air pocket in the system because it wasn't bled...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-22-2011, 05:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,807
Posted By 4.6toddy
DON'T DO IT! /end thread :)

DON'T DO IT!

/end thread
:)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-22-2011, 05:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,749
Posted By 4.6toddy
Nice ride...great stance, good rim choice...looks...

Nice ride...great stance, good rim choice...looks awesome (ditto on the girl strolling down the street)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-19-2011, 12:30 AM
Replies: 17,378
Views: 3,307,891
Posted By 4.6toddy
Well the other option is to scrap an otherwise...

Well the other option is to scrap an otherwise perfect X? So then I lose completely and have to start all over again and find another set of wheels..and basically just hand over the $ that I paid...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-18-2011, 11:15 PM
Replies: 17,378
Views: 3,307,891
Posted By 4.6toddy
Yesterday I paid a $6300 repair bill for my X :(...

Yesterday I paid a $6300 repair bill for my X :(
Timing chain guides, all seals, all gaskets, control arms, suspension bushings, CV boots, alignments, oil change, coolant, water pump, thermostat,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-15-2011, 10:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 13,541
Posted By 4.6toddy
On my 4.6IS with staggered 20" fit I have sitting...

On my 4.6IS with staggered 20" fit I have sitting with me now 4x 255/55R18 Michelin X-Ice XI2 + 4 Touren TR3 18" rims

Should be a perfect fit according to my calculation?!
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