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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-14-2026, 03:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 551
Posted By Clavurion
The top mounts are a bit suspect. On the left...

The top mounts are a bit suspect. On the left side the plastic locking part is not pushed in all the way and on the right side it seems to be broken in the middle. From the trunk side you could see...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-13-2026, 06:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 551
Posted By Clavurion
Rotational orientation is not specified in BMW...

Rotational orientation is not specified in BMW instructions.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-13-2026, 03:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 551
Posted By Clavurion
Impossible to say from that angle. Try to take a...

Impossible to say from that angle. Try to take a picture from above so you can see the spring lower end sitting on the cone shaped rubber pad and that the spring end is a straight cut, not broken.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-19-2026, 10:09 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,130
Posted By Clavurion
Did you read thru this thread? In your case also...

Did you read thru this thread? In your case also the most likely cause on heater valves or their control. Only one common evaporator for both sides.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-23-2026, 11:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 526
Posted By Clavurion
Original oil from the factory is Dexron III-H...

Original oil from the factory is Dexron III-H which can be replaced by newer Dexron VI. What I've used during the years is Petro-Canada AFT D3M.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-21-2026, 10:05 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,643
Posted By Clavurion
Slices of plastic card will keep the plastic tabs...

Slices of plastic card will keep the plastic tabs unlocked while you pry out the glued points. Though wouldn't hurt to have some extra hands. And warming up those parts makes it a bit easier.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-21-2026, 02:27 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,643
Posted By Clavurion
I've done this a few times and replaced the...

I've done this a few times and replaced the original painted cover piece. There are three versions available: base painted, black plastic and chrome plated. Check which one is currently the cheapest...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-14-2026, 07:19 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,593
Posted By Clavurion
This immobiliser CODE is different thing compared...

This immobiliser CODE is different thing compared to cluster hidden menu and its password. That CODE can be set if the owner so chooses but in these cases the cluster has activated the function on...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-13-2026, 05:29 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,593
Posted By Clavurion
I don't know if the reset works in these code...

I don't know if the reset works in these code problems but it has resolved many other cases if cluster is doing strange things it's not supposed to do.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-12-2026, 04:58 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,593
Posted By Clavurion
Search for instructions how to enter cluster...

Search for instructions how to enter cluster hidden menu. Then first unlock the locking with the sum of your VIN 5 last digits. Then scroll to last function which is RESET and activate it. The...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-12-2026, 03:25 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,593
Posted By Clavurion
Have you tried the RESET function on cluster...

Have you tried the RESET function on cluster hidden menu?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-02-2026, 04:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 517
Posted By Clavurion
Unlikely caused by moisture on the module. More...

Unlikely caused by moisture on the module. More likely sensors or the connectors on sensors. Check with diagnostics.

https://bmwteka.com/wds/en/e53/774c2066#
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-18-2026, 07:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,687
Posted By Clavurion
As the position switch is a hall sensor the...

As the position switch is a hall sensor the sliding surfaces are magnetic and just the debris over the years can disable it. So just removing and cleaning it might cure it. But of course when the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-07-2026, 09:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 380
Posted By Clavurion
If you refer the newer type as the hydraulic...

If you refer the newer type as the hydraulic tensioner, it was never used on these diesel engines.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-04-2026, 04:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,519
Posted By Clavurion
Did you check the sticker on the back side of the...

Did you check the sticker on the back side of the airbag so it was not one which should have been renewed in a recall?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-26-2026, 11:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,704
Posted By Clavurion
Have you ruled out the double universal joint on...

Have you ruled out the double universal joint on the steering column?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-23-2026, 05:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,058
Posted By Clavurion
What kind of pump and connection where you...

What kind of pump and connection where you thinking? Would it be activated from the moment ignition is turned on, engine would be pre-lubricated even before the engine is started?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-22-2026, 06:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,058
Posted By Clavurion
The same thing as every modern engine. They don't...

The same thing as every modern engine. They don't care about the longevity but the minor change in measured consumption. Everything is over-optimised to the edge without any margin and they just...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-15-2026, 06:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,345
Posted By Clavurion
Why don't you take it apart and just install the...

Why don't you take it apart and just install the fan motor on the old housing? To be honest it sounds a bit strange that there are two separate electric fans. A viscous and electric fan is...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-15-2026, 04:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,333
Posted By Clavurion
Never heard. Seams to be some local brand. I've...

Never heard. Seams to be some local brand. I've used stuff like Bilt Hamber Surfex HD. Preferably applied with foam lance.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-14-2026, 04:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,333
Posted By Clavurion
I've washed M57 many times. First remove engine...

I've washed M57 many times. First remove engine cover and put some plastic to cover the alternator. Spray degreaser (on cover separately) and let soak. If possible use some brush on surfaces....
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-11-2026, 09:16 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,717
Posted By Clavurion
I was talking about the excitation side of things...

I was talking about the excitation side of things but was too much thinking it as a motor. On exciter side it doesn't matter which of the poles are north and south. This slip ring wearing is just a...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-11-2026, 05:10 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,717
Posted By Clavurion
Doesn't it cause phase shift and lag on the...

Doesn't it cause phase shift and lag on the alternator or is the optimal phase shift so close to 180 degrees that the change is negligible?
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-11-2026, 01:05 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,717
Posted By Clavurion
This still slightly puzzles me how the wear is so...

This still slightly puzzles me how the wear is so different depending on the polarity of exitation on those gliding surfaces. The same current flows thru both of them anyways.
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-09-2026, 07:47 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,603
Posted By Clavurion
Then again the very same powertrain for example...

Then again the very same powertrain for example on E6x with kidney active shutters they are closed 98% of the time. There is no point driving cold winter air in the engine bay and it even makes the...
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