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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-02-2023, 07:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 124
Posted By kvc
Finally received my replacement wheel speed...

Finally received my replacement wheel speed sensor. After having to solder an additional length of wire (2) on the male plug, as it was torn off literally where it connects to the plug (1-2mm showing...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-22-2023, 05:52 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 124
Posted By kvc
Many thanks for the link and info. I've ordered a...

Many thanks for the link and info. I've ordered a replacement ABS wheel speed sensor and hope that this is the culprit. Upon receipt (in a couple of weeks) and after the installation, I'll report...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-21-2023, 09:33 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 124
Posted By kvc
Thanks for your speedy replies and advice. ...

Thanks for your speedy replies and advice.
Could you please guide me as to where exactly the wheel speed sensor is located? I've had a good look around the area, and cannot for the life of me see...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-20-2023, 10:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 124
Posted By kvc
So, by way of an update to my problems... I've...

So, by way of an update to my problems...
I've soldered and made good the broken wires to the connecting jack at the inside of the rear left wheel arch, added some convoluted tube to protect this...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-18-2023, 04:57 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 124
Posted By kvc
Many thanks for the feedback. I'll get back once...

Many thanks for the feedback. I'll get back once I've soldered these broken wires and put this connection in a less prone position. Hoping this is an easy fix and all the warning lights on the dash...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-18-2023, 04:11 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 124
Posted By kvc
Okay - many thanks for the suggestions and...

Okay - many thanks for the suggestions and advice. I took the vehicle in for rear tyres yesterday and managed to inspect the damage more closely. From what I can tell, it's not as bad as I first...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-16-2023, 06:05 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 124
Posted By kvc
Given all the warning lights on the cluster, I...

Given all the warning lights on the cluster, I can only assume that most of the wiring in the rear left wheel well, has been shredded... at least the car still drives and hasn't left me stranded....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-16-2023, 06:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 124
Posted By kvc
When compared to the other side, the 'junction...

When compared to the other side, the 'junction box' is non-existent. All that remains is the mounting backing plate... with two wires, bared to copper, coming from within the inner guard. I'll be...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-16-2023, 03:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 124
Posted By kvc
tyre blow-out now I have Christmas lights

Hi all,
Sorry for the long post.

I've not had a reason to post for a long time, however yesterday, while travelling to the city from my farm, I suffered a rear left tyre failure.
I heard a...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-11-2017, 04:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,733
Posted By kvc
Be sure to replace the o-rings in the hoses you...

Be sure to replace the o-rings in the hoses you take off the water pump, as the old ones may leak having been 'flattened' over time. Bottom bolt on water pump is a bitch to remove, without taking...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-10-2017, 09:55 PM
Replies: 16,586
Views: 2,322,889
Posted By kvc
Replaced water pump, thermostat, new o-rings for...

Replaced water pump, thermostat, new o-rings for hoses, new belts, new idler and tensioner pulleys, de-grease engine bay and took for a quick test spin. Touch wood, all seems to be fine - no more...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-24-2017, 02:28 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,842
Posted By kvc
An update on the pulleys replacement job... So...

An update on the pulleys replacement job...
So everything arrived two days ago from BMA in the US. Sadly, they sent two of the same tensioner pulleys (both for the a/c). Anyhow, after much swearing...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-10-2017, 06:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,842
Posted By kvc
Wish this reply had come prior to ordering and...

Wish this reply had come prior to ordering and paying for the pulleys from BMA. That said, at least I know the parts I've ordered (belts too) are all OEM and guaranteed to fit. Prices from BMA were...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-10-2017, 06:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,842
Posted By kvc
Many thanks for the advice and tips. I'll attack...

Many thanks for the advice and tips. I'll attack the job from below and take my time. I'll try to document the process for the benefit of other members, as this is something that most owners will...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-09-2017, 08:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,842
Posted By kvc
Thanks for all the replies and advice re removing...

Thanks for all the replies and advice re removing only the plastic sump pan. Once the parts arrive from the US, I'll attack this job and hope there are no surprises along the way. There's a video...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-08-2017, 12:24 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,842
Posted By kvc
Thanks for the advice StephenVA - given the...

Thanks for the advice StephenVA - given the extremely tight working area, I figured the only way to attack the job was from underneath....

I've ordered all 3 OEM pulleys along with new belts from...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-07-2017, 05:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,842
Posted By kvc
Do I need to remove the thermo-fan and/or drop...

Do I need to remove the thermo-fan and/or drop the belly-pan to access the pulleys - looks very tight in there...
Can anyone give me a bit of guidance, as I don't have a local 'indy' to help, so...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-05-2017, 08:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,842
Posted By kvc
Very good advice. I'll definitely invest in one...

Very good advice. I'll definitely invest in one this week to see if I can isolate which pulley is the culprit.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-05-2017, 06:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,842
Posted By kvc
Pulleys replacement (accessories, a/c and idler)

Hi all,
Recently, upon cold start, I noticed a slight squeaking noise in the engine bay. It settled down after about 1 minute, but the next time I used the vehicle (several days later) it seemed to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-14-2017, 07:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,253
Posted By kvc
I also had to purchase a cargo cover for mine, as...

I also had to purchase a cargo cover for mine, as previous owners had 'discarded' it. Ended up with one from a wreckers based in Adelaide, that posted parts from an E53 on eBay. $100 including...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-02-2017, 10:29 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 16,178
Posted By kvc
This is something I have been considering too....

This is something I have been considering too. While I love my E53, I believe the head unit is the one feature that is lacking. Mine is the full screen version and I've updated the mapping disc,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-23-2017, 08:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 777
Posted By kvc
Thanks for putting the 'kybosh' on me :dunno:.......

Thanks for putting the 'kybosh' on me :dunno:.... Seriously though, I don't usually mention tyres, overheating or other 'issues' to avoid tempting 'Murphy's Law'. I simply wanted to say that my car...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-23-2017, 08:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 777
Posted By kvc
Yes - the same models as you guys in NZ. I have...

Yes - the same models as you guys in NZ. I have noticed a 20-30% increase in illumination on low beams, as a result of replacing the OEM's with nightbreakers. Possibly because the OEM's were quite...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-23-2017, 05:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 777
Posted By kvc
All good, touch wood...

I thought it would be pleasant to post a positive thread, not complaining about an issue or asking for assistance for a change.
I'm very happy to report that my E53 is performing extremely well,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-25-2017, 10:47 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,412
Posted By kvc
Year 2 owning mine (N62 - 4.4) and after the...

Year 2 owning mine (N62 - 4.4) and after the initial thrill of ownership wore off, and my frenzy to purchase all sorts of thing for it, my wallet has revived.
As far as maintenance is concerned and...
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