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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-03-2026, 08:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 141
Posted By andrewwynn
Crank-No Start (05 X5 3.0)

When wife's FPR failed, it took over 50 crank seconds to get it to start. A touch of start fluid can help get it going. (though i hear it's bad to spray though MAF so best to find a vacuum hose down...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-03-2026, 07:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 141
Posted By andrewwynn
Code? Symptom of EWS issue. Also: watch the...

Code? Symptom of EWS issue.

Also: watch the psi over time: if it doesn't hold, say 30 psi over some hours or 10-20 psi over night that will cause a crazy long crank
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-03-2026, 07:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,134
Posted By andrewwynn
Rear door handle carrier changed now door won't open.

TIS steps indicate it's not necessary.

I think i took out the DLA the second time it was easier but not necessary.

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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-03-2026, 09:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 469
Posted By andrewwynn
I am very favorable terms with an eBay seller in...

I am very favorable terms with an eBay seller in Latvia. I’m gonna text him


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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-02-2026, 12:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 469
Posted By andrewwynn
I looked long and hard for one when I did mine...

I looked long and hard for one when I did mine last year no luck. Happy for you you found one.


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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-02-2026, 12:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 469
Posted By andrewwynn
Went though similar to get non shitty side view...

Went though similar to get non shitty side view mirrors which are only sold in Europe. Was like $150 for the mirrors and $120 shipping and duties. Worth every penny though since:

➀ no blind spots...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-30-2026, 12:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 286
Posted By andrewwynn
I never took out N62 but have N55 and S63. That...

I never took out N62 but have N55 and S63. That thing's a BEAST.

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If you were "a bit" closer I'd come help. (this is...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-30-2026, 11:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 489
Posted By andrewwynn
On 4.6 I've seen connector problem but it was...

On 4.6 I've seen connector problem but it was internal not the same water inside the conductor sleeve issue I had on 3.0. That said I'd def check the connector on both ends. At EGS and transmission
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-30-2026, 11:08 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 469
Posted By andrewwynn
Great feedback. I wanted to use and couldn't...

Great feedback. I wanted to use and couldn't find. Wife's blew out and killed her motor so they can be more than just messy.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-30-2026, 08:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 286
Posted By andrewwynn
i rebuilt timing on a couple m62tu and used a kit...

i rebuilt timing on a couple m62tu and used a kit to replace the vanos seals. The n62 uses a newer version that's longer lasting but also much less expensive (but twice as many).

How many miles...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-30-2026, 05:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 286
Posted By andrewwynn
11311705512 – Rectangring Seals oil around...

11311705512 – Rectangring

Seals oil around camshaft to vamos i think. I can't find the oil distribution unit that houses it on real OEM. There's a very specific wear guideline for requiring...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-29-2026, 06:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 489
Posted By andrewwynn
No that's the main connection. Also 3.0i didn't...

No that's the main connection. Also 3.0i didn't notice which you have. On 3.0i the selector switch is internal and comes though that giant connector. The gimme of that being the problem for me was...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-29-2026, 06:40 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 37,649
Posted By andrewwynn
Ouch. Somebody did that to a friend of mine who...

Ouch. Somebody did that to a friend of mine who was riding one of my bikes! Bent the crap out of the fork but came out ok. Scary though both cases


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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-29-2026, 05:34 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 37,649
Posted By andrewwynn
Yep just the cable. I usually kwep the factory...

Yep just the cable. I usually kwep the factory cable if i use a third party dhc so having one left and one right you're usually set for any one to break.


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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-27-2026, 10:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 489
Posted By andrewwynn
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3-4x I had trans safe mode. 2-3x it was related to this connector.

Pull up L1-4 values and shift though the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-27-2026, 10:06 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 37,649
Posted By andrewwynn
Solid observation. It's def less stress and...

Solid observation. It's def less stress and other people have made the same observation.

It's more the silly design that changes the direction through a gear v a pulley that puts maybe 8-12x the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-27-2026, 08:47 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 37,649
Posted By andrewwynn
The parts are identical. The only difference is...

The parts are identical. The only difference is the cable.

You want to have a backup plan in case the break is somewhere else. You can PM for help if you get stuck I've done this repair about 6...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-20-2026, 06:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 841
Posted By andrewwynn
I've heard with the m54 you can get away with it....

I've heard with the m54 you can get away with it. Prob why i tried on m62. Pin just folded and i made a really nifty oval out of the original circle in the flywheel.

I'll definitely be interested...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-19-2026, 11:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 841
Posted By andrewwynn
Alternate Crankshaft/Balancer Holding Tool

I think they recommend against putting that torque on the crank. I thought to try that for removal using the crank locking pin: sheared that sucker right off.

Your thought would have the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-18-2026, 08:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 841
Posted By andrewwynn
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-18-2026, 07:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 841
Posted By andrewwynn
I built one with angle iron. I'll look for the...

I built one with angle iron. I'll look for the photo.


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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-13-2026, 12:40 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,347
Posted By andrewwynn
Barrack brawl I'm done with any personal insults...

Barrack brawl I'm done with any personal insults one and done.


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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-13-2026, 09:44 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,347
Posted By andrewwynn
Today's Door Problems- Actuator, DHC and Cable

The purpose of the tab was resolved long ago. Doesn't negate the fix for nearly free.

I'm not sure @80s has the ability to understand how to actually fix a broken part vs. replace. Not sure why...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-13-2026, 09:25 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,347
Posted By andrewwynn
It's a solid 7/10 difficulty not simple not...

It's a solid 7/10 difficulty not simple not terrible. I have taken in retired e53 dhc for refurbish.

I think i have a couple in my "save for later" box. I think I'll try to find and fix those for...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-12-2026, 11:18 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,347
Posted By andrewwynn
Sage advice. I usually just fixed the OE but on...

Sage advice. I usually just fixed the OE but on the couple occasions using knock off needed to cut/sand/grind something.

In one case, the spring stuck out far enough to hit the glass! There's...
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