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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-04-2021, 07:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,694
Posted By 06 X5
OK… What if you are an idiot and replace the...

OK… What if you are an idiot and replace the steering angle sensor a year ago and are just now getting around to coding it?

My old steering angle sensor is gone. I cannot pull the old EEPROM data...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-07-2017, 02:10 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 14,720
Posted By 06 X5
BMW E46 Drive Belt Replacement | BMW 325i...

BMW E46 Drive Belt Replacement | BMW 325i (2001-2005), BMW 325Xi (2001-2005), BMW 325Ci (2001-2006), BMW 325ti (2001-2004) | Pelican Technical Article...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-06-2017, 10:35 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 14,720
Posted By 06 X5
You don't need to remove the fan to turn the...

You don't need to remove the fan to turn the engine. Just get a spark plug socket, remove the plugs, go under the engine and turn the crankshaft clockwise.

You gotta learn somewhere and I think...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-08-2016, 04:20 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 17,534
Posted By 06 X5
Bump. Looking for some more suggestions. jgold...

Bump. Looking for some more suggestions. jgold 47, did you ever get to the bottom of your issue.

I get a humming/whining sound from the from end when I step on the throttle. Even if it is...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-27-2016, 09:14 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 16,746
Posted By 06 X5
That's great! I am glad you got it fixed... ...

That's great! I am glad you got it fixed...

Is it necessary to have an alignment done after doing this repair?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-14-2016, 02:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,438
Posted By 06 X5
Thank you RRPhil for that photo and the...

Thank you RRPhil for that photo and the clarification! I really appreciate it! I also just stumbled across the 6hp26 teardown thread that you have posted.. Thank you for that wealth of knowledge!!...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-13-2016, 10:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,438
Posted By 06 X5
Also, should I be concerned with ordering the...

Also, should I be concerned with ordering the transfer case seals, or is there any other preventative maintenance items I need to do or at least inspect? I was thinking of adding new flex discs...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-13-2016, 07:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,438
Posted By 06 X5
Thanks for the vote of confidence. Can you...

Thanks for the vote of confidence. Can you confirm that I have the part number right on the input shaft seal?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-13-2016, 04:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,438
Posted By 06 X5
Leaking oil from bellhousing.

Another saga with the X5 (06 4.4i). Every time I get something fixed, another thing pops up! I just fixed my drivers side door handle carrier, New front regulator clips from regulatorfix.com and new...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-27-2016, 03:18 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,804
Posted By 06 X5
Do you use this mixture for each oil change, or...

Do you use this mixture for each oil change, or was that a one time potion that you used?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-25-2016, 01:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,568
Posted By 06 X5
The bolt outs could work, but I have never really...

The bolt outs could work, but I have never really put much faith in them.

If it were me, I would grab my Milwaukee cut off tool and reshape the head of that bolt for the next smaller size. I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-19-2016, 03:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,732
Posted By 06 X5
I would do a little more research before ordering...

I would do a little more research before ordering the new expansion tank. Of course it would be good PM to replace considering your mileage, but it could also be power steering fluid leaking from...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-23-2016, 05:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 943
Posted By 06 X5
No problem. I have referenced that thread many...

No problem. I have referenced that thread many times! Good luck with your project!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-23-2016, 05:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 943
Posted By 06 X5
http://www.xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/x5-e53-foru...

http://www.xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/x5-e53-forum/96086-all-pulling-4-6-engine-trans-fix-oil-leaks-once-all.html
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-18-2016, 10:47 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 32,383
Posted By 06 X5
That is exactly it! Thanks for your help. ...

That is exactly it! Thanks for your help.

I've been debating doing a transmission fluid and filter change recently. I guess that debate is over...

Is the Febi Bilstein Automatic...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-17-2016, 04:48 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 32,383
Posted By 06 X5
Sorry for pulling up such an old thread, but I...

Sorry for pulling up such an old thread, but I have a leak (imagine that!)coming from the sensor at the top of this photo and can't seem to find the part number for a new oring, or seal for it.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-12-2015, 04:35 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 47,457
Posted By 06 X5
Are you still getting all the same codes that you...

Are you still getting all the same codes that you have been getting the whole time (since the initial repairs)? Do you have access to a wiring diagram for the DME? I'd be curious to trace the wires...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-09-2015, 02:48 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 47,457
Posted By 06 X5
That really stinks. I hope it isn't a real...

That really stinks. I hope it isn't a real involved repair. I am sure it's something simple that we're overlooking.

On a separate note, does that software all come with the kit you purchased from...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-07-2015, 11:26 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 47,457
Posted By 06 X5
Yeah, I have heard that can cause you some real...

Yeah, I have heard that can cause you some real headaches. Well that's a step in the right direction I guess. Keep me posted please. If you're able to do it, I will order the same thing you did from...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-07-2015, 10:00 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 47,457
Posted By 06 X5
Dang, what a pain! Is it worth looking into...

Dang, what a pain! Is it worth looking into finding an Indy who can perform this procedure for you? I wonder what they would charge for something like that??? You could ask them to check for any...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-06-2015, 11:03 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 47,457
Posted By 06 X5
I have been PM'ing X5only back and forth sharing...

I have been PM'ing X5only back and forth sharing ideas as I am having similar issues after doing nearly the exact same repairs (minus the valley pan gasket and coolant pipe). I am going to try and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-03-2015, 04:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 28,111
Posted By 06 X5
Please let me know the outcome of your issue. I...

Please let me know the outcome of your issue. I just did basically the same repair as you (upper timing covers and valve cover gaskets) and I am getting a Crankshaft Position Sensor (CPS) code as...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-03-2015, 01:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,924
Posted By 06 X5
If you call them, they will charge you less for...

If you call them, they will charge you less for shipping. I just got off the phone with them and mine was shipped for $7 USPS priority. The shipping calculator is sometimes off. The sales rep lady...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-13-2015, 11:40 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 10,706
Posted By 06 X5
Sounds great, and thanks for telling me where to...

Sounds great, and thanks for telling me where to find that information. I really appreciate it.

I am leaning towards the same conclusion. The only cylinder I didn't get a misfire on was Cylinder...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-13-2015, 11:14 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 10,706
Posted By 06 X5
Oh yeah, I did replace the orings for the VANOS...

Oh yeah, I did replace the orings for the VANOS when I did the timing covers, but I didn't touch anything other than that. Should I pull them back out and clean with brake cleaner or a degreaser and...
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