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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum Yesterday, 03:27 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,108
Posted By cn90
Interestingly, these guys replaced the Front...

Interestingly, these guys replaced the Front Bearing on a Honda Odyssey using regular tools lol...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=edabaqTXBYw
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-22-2025, 10:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,065
Posted By cn90
Idk about diesel but with the foam piece out, no...

Idk about diesel but with the foam piece out, no difference in noise for me
(2006 X5 M54).

I guess if one wants to cover it, one can use an old pizza cardboard box and cut it to fit lol...
Then...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-21-2025, 12:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,065
Posted By cn90
This foam piece is now $220 at dealer lol. I...

This foam piece is now $220 at dealer lol.

I have left mine out on the garage shelf for a long time bc oil leak is easier to spot and clean without it.
No difference in noise etc.

For those...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-14-2025, 10:15 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,239
Posted By cn90
What was the fuel tank level when the engine died?

What was the fuel tank level when the engine died?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-07-2025, 12:26 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,025
Posted By cn90
- Clean the ICV. - Rubber elbow hose is usually...

- Clean the ICV.
- Rubber elbow hose is usually cracked by now. The crack is usually on the other side away from you and can only be seen when the hose is out of the car
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-05-2025, 03:25 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 869
Posted By cn90
Clean the ICV valve, #1 culprit for stalling. ...

Clean the ICV valve, #1 culprit for stalling.

In my 2004 X3 2.5i, used to have random stalling, cleaned the ICV.
Zero problems since.

While there, change the rubber elbow (BMW part only, no...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-04-2025, 11:00 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 869
Posted By cn90
If fuel level < 1/4...maybe it is the infamous...

If fuel level < 1/4...maybe it is the infamous O-ring ?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-04-2025, 10:32 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,214
Posted By cn90
Get a new ignition switch, it is inexpensive. ...

Get a new ignition switch, it is inexpensive.
Use only BMW Genuine ignition switch.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-28-2025, 11:18 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 798
Posted By cn90
Interesting...271K miles on ? original...

Interesting...271K miles on ? original radiator...That is good.
But should have done a preventive cooling overhaul.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-16-2025, 07:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,706
Posted By cn90
The DIY I posted above was for X3 M54 setup. ...

The DIY I posted above was for X3 M54 setup.

Yours is V8, so it is a bit different...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-15-2025, 07:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,094
Posted By cn90
If you don't have any leak, leave the broken plug...

If you don't have any leak, leave the broken plug alone.

https://xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/x5-e53-forum/103538-broken-radiator-drain-plug.html
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2025, 11:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,706
Posted By cn90
- The place I obtained the front diff (for E83...

- The place I obtained the front diff (for E83 X3) was LKQonline
bc they tag every part with VIN and proved with odometer reading.

This way you know for sure the age/mileage from the part.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-11-2025, 12:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,706
Posted By cn90
Get a low mileage front diff. I helped a...

Get a low mileage front diff.

I helped a friend replaced the front diff in his 2004 X3 E83 3 yrs ago (in 2022) and wrote it up in the link below.

Should be almost identical for E53 X5...
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-07-2025, 02:16 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 12,169
Posted By cn90
Glad you got it fixed. However, I still...

Glad you got it fixed.

However, I still follow my own trick...

1. In town, fuel tank can be down to 1/4 to 1/8.

2. Long distance driving: I keep fuel above 1/4 at all time.
Not worth the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-26-2025, 07:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,130
Posted By cn90
Maybe the.mechanic forgot to tighten the red...

Maybe the.mechanic forgot to tighten the red cable on the alternator?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-25-2025, 11:15 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,130
Posted By cn90
Use the dash display function and monitor the...

Use the dash display function and monitor the Voltage during the drive.

Or get a cigarette plug type that shows voltage (the one that displays using black LED light). Just unplug it after a drive.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-11-2025, 07:02 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 12,169
Posted By cn90
A note for everyone... After you fix this...

A note for everyone...

After you fix this O-ring issue, to test the siphon pump system, once the fuel level is approaching 1/4, carry a gas can (the stuff you use to fill the lawnmower) in the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-11-2025, 06:53 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 12,169
Posted By cn90
Get O-ring size 22 x 2.5 mm (I.D. x thickness). ...

Get O-ring size 22 x 2.5 mm (I.D. x thickness).
You can find it at "O-ring and more" website, Henrico, Virginia.

PS: iirc, factory is 22 x 2 mm. The difference of 0.5 mm in thickness makes a...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-11-2025, 05:08 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 12,169
Posted By cn90
Also, If you don't have time/desire to fix...

Also,

If you don't have time/desire to fix this issue, then keep fuel level > 3/8 at all time.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-11-2025, 05:07 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 12,169
Posted By cn90
The key thing is finding the O-ring a tiny tiny...

The key thing is finding the O-ring a tiny tiny bit bigger than the factory O-ring.

All info is in this DIY I wrote back in 2018...
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-11-2025, 01:02 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 12,169
Posted By cn90
Get a gas can and put in a few more gallons. If...

Get a gas can and put in a few more gallons.
If your problem goes away, then it is the infamous O-ring.

I used the modified O-ring bought on eBay yrs ago.
I don't think it is on eBay now
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-11-2025, 01:01 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 12,169
Posted By cn90
How much fuel is in the tank? This could be...

How much fuel is in the tank?

This could be the infamous O-ring issue that happens when fuel is low (< 1/4)...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-10-2025, 08:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,931
Posted By cn90
What is the issue with your Rear DS?

What is the issue with your Rear DS?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-10-2025, 10:35 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,298
Posted By cn90
I use the Sylvania restore kit, about $20.

I use the Sylvania restore kit, about $20.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-08-2025, 12:12 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 33,082
Posted By cn90
Just use Google search under "Dorman 800-027...

Just use Google search under "Dorman 800-027 Australia" and you will see...
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