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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-08-2013, 10:48 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,312
Posted By germangs
Do you remeber what filter brand and fluid brand...

Do you remeber what filter brand and fluid brand did you use to fix the issue with the trany shift delay?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-07-2013, 11:38 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,312
Posted By germangs
Trany shifting delay after my X5 parked overnight

I am experience a trany shifting delay after my X5 parked overnight or during the day when I get out from work. It’s just does not engage when I switch the gear do D and press the accelerator pedal...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-30-2013, 01:32 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,481
Posted By germangs
I wish I could but the horizontal plastic...

I wish I could but the horizontal plastic fragment of the U shape part that holds the flap pin was completely broken. I was afraid it would get lost somewhere in the Air Intake while pulling it out....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-29-2013, 03:59 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,481
Posted By germangs
The DISA valve arrived this Saturday. After...

The DISA valve arrived this Saturday. After comparing the original and the new one that was made in Taiwan I could not find any differences.
It was replaced in 5 minutes (easy job). No more engine...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-29-2013, 03:45 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 9,024
Posted By germangs
On mine 03 X5 6cyl 120Kmiles I fill up my gas...

On mine 03 X5 6cyl 120Kmiles I fill up my gas tank and it is enough for 430 miles or so. That is when I get to the gas station again. During fill up I get 22-23 gallons.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-26-2013, 11:03 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,982
Posted By germangs
It looks like a Sport steering wheel. I have 2003...

It looks like a Sport steering wheel. I have 2003 sport trim and steering wheel is sligtly different.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-23-2013, 03:30 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,481
Posted By germangs
I ended up ordering DISA valve on EBay. $176 for...

I ended up ordering DISA valve on EBay. $176 for the valve sounds good. The local dealer wanted $280 wholesale price.:wow:
I will let you know the progress.
As of now after replacing the hose I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-21-2013, 05:40 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,481
Posted By germangs
The metal pin was not loose. Actually it was...

The metal pin was not loose. Actually it was sitting tight where it should. It was the top part of U- housing that was broken. Everything was carefully
removed.
I looked online and found price...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-21-2013, 03:59 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,481
Posted By germangs
Yes. It took me a couple weeks to get it done and...

Yes. It took me a couple weeks to get it done and find the nature of the issue.
I can feel a big improvement the way my car rides again. It definitely has more power. I hope that installing new DISA...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-21-2013, 01:55 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,481
Posted By germangs
I bought a new hose at local bmw dealership for...

I bought a new hose at local bmw dealership for $15 and began replacing it.
What a pain to replace it. But it was replaced within 1 hour. We disassembled the air intake to get a good access. I ended...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-20-2013, 10:29 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,481
Posted By germangs
Hi, It began with esl indicated on the dash. ...

Hi,
It began with esl indicated on the dash.
And the same time engine loosing power and misfiring. It was strange.
After completing diagnosis codes that I attached with the pictures I began my...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-20-2013, 06:52 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,481
Posted By germangs
During the process checking DISA valve I...

During the process checking DISA valve I discovered a tear in the hose that is located below the DISA.
I just wanted to confirm that it is lower intake boot, isn't it?
Interesting how it was not...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-18-2013, 09:38 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,481
Posted By germangs
Just wanted to post a quick update. After doing...

Just wanted to post a quick update. After doing more diagnostic we discovered that it is running on lean mixture. So, I will update the details as soon as we get to the bottom of the issue and fix...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-17-2013, 10:16 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,481
Posted By germangs
Anyone can recommend a reliable auto repair shop...

Anyone can recommend a reliable auto repair shop near Peabody, MA besides BMW of Peabody?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2013, 09:36 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,481
Posted By germangs
It has 118k

It has 118k
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2013, 02:48 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,481
Posted By germangs
[QUOTE=TerminatorX5;955791]well... misfires (if...

[QUOTE=TerminatorX5;955791]well... misfires (if there are real ones) - start with plugs, then coils... if plugs were not replaced within last 50Km miles, they can be replaced as a preventative...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-11-2013, 10:43 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,481
Posted By germangs
It is Snap-on, just updated to the latest version...

It is Snap-on, just updated to the latest version two weeks ago.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-11-2013, 10:21 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,481
Posted By germangs
Here they are. Sorry, the images were too big to...

Here they are. Sorry, the images were too big to upload. Took a few minutes to resize.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-11-2013, 10:10 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,481
Posted By germangs
Yes. As I promised the screenshots are posted. I...

Yes. As I promised the screenshots are posted. I took two screenshots because display on the scanner could not fit all the codes. Please take a look.
Thanks again!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-11-2013, 08:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,481
Posted By germangs
All 6 cyl missfire with multiple codes. Idle is rough and loosing the torque power.

Just completed scanning process on 2003 6 cyl with 118K miles on her.We exctracted muliple codes:
238, 240, 239, 202, 203,228,227,241,242,243.
All cylinders missfire indicated on the scanner....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-29-2013, 11:53 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,135
Posted By germangs
OBD2 to USB diagnostic cable question

Good day all.
I wanted to get suggestions on the OBD2 to USB diagnostic cables for use on 2003 X5 6cyl. I need to retrieve some data from the system to find out why I am having service engine soon...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-30-2013, 09:22 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,736
Posted By germangs
No, actually it was half full when I refilled the...

No, actually it was half full when I refilled the gas tank.
It was a PrimeEnergy gas station. I stop by at that place every week.
Thanks to everyone who responded to my issue.
I will keep...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-29-2013, 01:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,736
Posted By germangs
No, I did not replace plugs at 100K. You think it...

No, I did not replace plugs at 100K. You think it could be issue?
One more point that I forgot and wanted to mention is that I was at the gas station that day filling up. But I use that gas station...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 05-28-2013, 10:25 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,259
Posted By germangs
Backup camera option on 2010 model

Hi,
I found a good deal on 2010 model. It has all the options including Navigation and parking sensors but missing backup camera. This car would be driven by my wife. She got used for the backup...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-27-2013, 06:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,736
Posted By germangs
I just got off the highway before I felt it. I...

I just got off the highway before I felt it.
I was going 80-90 on the highway for 10 minutes or so.
It was a smooth ride. When I got off the highway i drove 30-35 on local road and this is when I...
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