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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-02-2021, 09:11 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 62,127
Posted By RFaber
Check the seat heater lines for a short?

Check the seat heater lines for a short?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-14-2020, 12:01 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,313
Posted By RFaber
I used parts from my harbour freight wheel...

I used parts from my harbour freight wheel bearing kit, and my record 10” vice.
I also have an assortment of pipe scraps, but the HF wheel bearing kit ones are ‘hardened’ so they take the pressure...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-02-2019, 07:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 706
Posted By RFaber
Thanx, I did read your posts, I figure if I break...

Thanx, I did read your posts, I figure if I break a bolt or two, the head will probably have to come off for me to drill out the broken bolts!! I’m no stranger to this sort of work, I would just...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-02-2019, 01:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 706
Posted By RFaber
No codes, I had a misfire code last summer, while...

No codes, I had a misfire code last summer, while hauling my trailer up a pretty good size mountain pass. Changed plugs and all the ignition coils. It’s been good since! O2 sensors seem to be...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-26-2019, 08:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 706
Posted By RFaber
Here is a photo of what I’m looking at, this is...

Here is a photo of what I’m looking at, this is the cat as viewed through the o2 sensor hole
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-26-2019, 05:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 706
Posted By RFaber
Cat issues , any thoughts??

Hello crew! Well, I have been chasing down, what my wife was certain was , a heat shield rattle in my rear header (I have the m54b30 3 litre engine)
I couldn’t find anything that would rattle while...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-11-2019, 03:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,375
Posted By RFaber
I did double check the connector at the blower...

I did double check the connector at the blower motor, it was good!
I did not check the blower function when I installed the new one, I had the battery disconnected and didn’t reconnect it until I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-10-2019, 02:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,375
Posted By RFaber
Cool 2003 X5 Blower motor issues, help appreciated!

Hello, I have an issue with an X5 in the shop, It came in with a 'no blower fan working.' Most of us would immediately suggest the Final Stage Resistor as the no-brainer fix, well, I tried 2...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-27-2018, 04:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 619
Posted By RFaber
yes, i agree, lock actuator failed. there is a...

yes, i agree, lock actuator failed. there is a solenoid in there that actuates the rod (#19) to raise the lock button. I have done 2 on my X5, and a few more on other bmws as well!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-27-2018, 01:25 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,313
Posted By RFaber
Cool Ive used a vice, and a few different diameter...

Ive used a vice, and a few different diameter pipes to 'press' out a bushing, worst case is you have to 'cut' the old one out with a reciprocating saw etc and then use some anti-seize to lube the new...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-27-2018, 12:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,659
Posted By RFaber
I moved into my current place 10 years ago, still...

I moved into my current place 10 years ago, still unpacking!
I think of it like this, I bought a huge 30x60 foot shop, with two big lean-to bays with a 6 bedroom house also on the property! :) Its...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-04-2018, 07:56 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,578
Posted By RFaber
I have the luxury of multiple jacks, so i can...

I have the luxury of multiple jacks, so i can lift via the jack plates. still use hockey pucks in there too, I keep a pile of pucks in the shop for all these sort of jobs! I also dont lift the truck...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-16-2018, 02:22 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,779
Posted By RFaber
I have the 19" donut spare, (and the big 4.8iS...

I have the 19" donut spare, (and the big 4.8iS brakes) I can confirm that the 18" stock rim will fit, IF you don't have any wheel weights on the rim!
(don't ask!!) The 17" rim WILL NOT fit! If you...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-15-2018, 10:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,245
Posted By RFaber
I can agree with the above! I had the same...

I can agree with the above! I had the same problem, turns out BOTH my mirrors had a broken outer housing, (the part where it connects to the base via a cast pin.) mine pushed the pot metal apart, and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-15-2018, 10:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,228
Posted By RFaber
I had a similar issue with my X5 when I first...

I had a similar issue with my X5 when I first bought it, it was the switches on the drivers seat. (yes somehow they are all linked with the driver memory part.)
I put in a new (wrecker) switch...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-15-2018, 10:16 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 605
Posted By RFaber
Cool Ive had good luck with the Arnott brand bags,...

Ive had good luck with the Arnott brand bags, (both in BMW and in Mercedes applications) they seem to be every bit as durable as the oem stuff. if I recall correctly, they will also buy your old...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-23-2018, 12:09 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,131
Posted By RFaber
Propellerhead, yikes!!! was that 14k for a...

Propellerhead, yikes!!! was that 14k for a ferarri head!???
Ive seen good used engines go for $2000, and labour to install it, about the same.
Its always a crap shoot though, do you like the car...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-21-2018, 01:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 689
Posted By RFaber
the wheel bearings are attached with a large c...

the wheel bearings are attached with a large c clip to the main steering knuckle, then the hub is friction fit (ALOT of friction!!) to the wheel bearing inner race, typically it requires tremendous...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-28-2017, 05:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,305
Posted By RFaber
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all :)

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all :)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-28-2017, 03:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,374
Posted By RFaber
I have several scan tools, the best one I have...

I have several scan tools, the best one I have found is the Schwaben one from ESC tuning, or Foxwell NT510 (same scan tool)
It was able to do everything I wanted. diagnose the coolant valve...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-13-2017, 12:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,941
Posted By RFaber
Cool old thread I know, sorry, but was there a...

old thread I know, sorry, but was there a solution found to this issue??
I had a similar thing happen with my retrofitted reclining rear seats.
The switches in the rear cargo area work...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-10-2017, 08:13 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,086
Posted By RFaber
there is no substitute for good planning, if you...

there is no substitute for good planning, if you are driving in the north (on any continent!) make sure you have supplies to either walk comfortably for a few hours (warm boots /socks / jackets etc)...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-10-2017, 07:58 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,086
Posted By RFaber
there is no substitute for good planning, if you...

there is no substitute for good planning, if you are driving in the north (on any continent!) make sure you have supplies to either walk comfortably for a few hours (warm boots /socks / jackets etc)...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-11-2017, 07:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,296
Posted By RFaber
Does the sub sound muffled behind the cover? or...

Does the sub sound muffled behind the cover? or did you cut in some grills?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-11-2017, 06:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 751
Posted By RFaber
:rofl: Edit, my bad, I read coil not injector! ...

:rofl: Edit, my bad, I read coil not injector!

still agree, swap the injector with another known good one, Double check your wiring harness to the injector, make sure there isn't any damage on...
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