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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-30-2023, 02:48 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 284
Posted By carbob
I've always used genuine BMW parts, may be the...

I've always used genuine BMW parts, may be the reason my repair costs may be higher than some. My experience has been that the quality is high and they fit as they are supposed to, and they support...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-18-2023, 09:04 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 284
Posted By carbob
Some really interesting comments. I think a...

Some really interesting comments. I think a theme is developing, the scarcity of parts may be the major decision factor. As cars get more electronically complex with lots of circuit boards and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-17-2023, 10:57 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 284
Posted By carbob
Bdc101- 4 Runner vs ANY X5, really! What you...

Bdc101- 4 Runner vs ANY X5, really! What you forget about that analysis is that say I bought a 4 Runner 10 years ago, at that time I would have only spent around $22k on maintenance on my X5 so I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-15-2023, 03:12 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 284
Posted By carbob
2 great points, the X5 may actually increase in...

2 great points, the X5 may actually increase in value with time?? It may be a long time though, not sure my lifespan is long enough. And I can fit 4 cars in my garage too, with the X5 and another...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-15-2023, 10:38 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 284
Posted By carbob
When will you sell your X5?

This is the different side of the coin from "how many miles do you have" and "what have you done for your X5" but I wanted to start some discussion (maybe another one) about how long to keep an old...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-15-2023, 10:22 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 88
Posted By carbob
Alternator is in and the electronics and lights...

Alternator is in and the electronics and lights like the voltage they are getting, all is well. Wished I had replaced it sooner, just not paying attention to the "signs".
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-28-2023, 05:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 88
Posted By carbob
Thanks for all the help, RealOEM seems very...

Thanks for all the help, RealOEM seems very overpriced for a reman unit, so I’m going another direction. Grounds and cables are all tight, so going with a reman alternator, should have it in next...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-25-2023, 12:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 88
Posted By carbob
Another Alternator

Starting a new thread from my recent post “Thermostat”

After replacing the thermostat, immediately upon starting the engine, the battery icon stayed illuminated and I measured 11.8v, so it appears...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-25-2023, 11:47 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 140
Posted By carbob
Thanks for all the input, but I may have...

Thanks for all the input, but I may have misinterpreted some of the information I have been reading, and I don’t want anyone reading this to get the wrong impression, so I’ll try to correct myself...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-22-2023, 10:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 140
Posted By carbob
I may need a bit of clarification about the big...

I may need a bit of clarification about the big picture here. Is the balance the MAP thermostat is trying to achieve between higher temps that lead to better gas mileage and lower temps that lead to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-19-2023, 05:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 140
Posted By carbob
Great info, thanks to all. Appears in a MAP...

Great info, thanks to all. Appears in a MAP thermostat the heating element receives power from the DME before 110C allowing it to open, which is good for faster heater operation. And a MAP...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-18-2023, 09:40 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 140
Posted By carbob
Thermostat

Last fall while in for other service I didn't feel comfortable doing myself, the mechanic read an error code (sorry I don't know the code number) described as the "second" stage of the thermostat on...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-12-2022, 12:07 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,719
Posted By carbob
Thanks for the clarification and all your help as...

Thanks for the clarification and all your help as well as others on this post. So far so good, will watch for any issues closely on that side as I put more miles on it.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-11-2022, 11:37 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,719
Posted By carbob
Sorry to hijack this post from the OP. Axel...

Sorry to hijack this post from the OP.

Axel was all the way out an inch or so, and needed to be lifted up to slide back in, but it slid in easy, boot stayed attached at diff and axel side so I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-10-2022, 06:04 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,719
Posted By carbob
Yep, learned a lot about the “physics” of the...

Yep, learned a lot about the “physics” of the front suspension, glad I ventured into an uncomfortable situation and will add your threading the nut loosely before busting it or other components loose...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-07-2022, 04:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 110
Posted By carbob
Second the leaking brake line under left seat...

Second the leaking brake line under left seat area where line turns 45 degrees and subject to rust, mine leaked and had spongy pedal but able to stop due to safety system with essentially 2 separate...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-07-2022, 03:56 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,719
Posted By carbob
I have both control arms installed and I’m...

I have both control arms installed and I’m waiting for a new strap for the right side ride height sensor. Thanks for all the posts that helped, and I understand how placing the ride height bracket...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-07-2022, 03:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 88
Posted By carbob
Thanks, still waiting on a new strap for the left...

Thanks, still waiting on a new strap for the left side, then will test it out.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-05-2022, 01:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 88
Posted By carbob
Ride Height Sensor Programming

Replacing the lower front control arms and my X5 and it has the dreaded 4 wheel ride height. The strap connecting the sensor to the left control arm was rusted and cracked off, and the articulating...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-20-2022, 09:33 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 117
Posted By carbob
I’m the original owner and have done a lot of...

I’m the original owner and have done a lot of preventive maintenance as well as repairs over the years, but I still love the vehicle and it runs as well as new, I would not be concerned about taking...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-20-2022, 09:35 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,719
Posted By carbob
Appreciate the feedback and the reassurance that...

Appreciate the feedback and the reassurance that this is a needed repair based on my thud test. I think I've heard some folks say the ball joint side is critical for torque while the wheel is in the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-19-2022, 10:00 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,719
Posted By carbob
Many thanks for the detailed photos and advice. ...

Many thanks for the detailed photos and advice. And I learned to remove the ride height sensor plug. I wonder if the issue with the ride height arm is one of relative position rather than absolute,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-09-2022, 05:29 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,719
Posted By carbob
I've been searching this site for help with same...

I've been searching this site for help with same issue, 105,000 on the clock, both front tension struts replaced 8 years ago. Now some play in the left control arm- according to the dealer that just...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-21-2020, 12:46 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 408
Posted By carbob
Battery Voltage

So this one's a bit of a mystery. The battery was getting to be 7 years old and voltage around 12.2v so I decided to replace it at my friendly Interstate Battery store about a month ago. I put all...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-10-2020, 02:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 320
Posted By carbob
Interview with Frank Stephenson

Has everyone seen the invite from BMWCCA on 10-17-20 with Frank Stephenson? I must be on one of BMW’s list serves because an e-mail came through yesterday. He will discuss the “pivotal design and...
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