Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
01-23-2019, 03:43 PM
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Views: 10,785
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
01-23-2019, 01:02 PM
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Replies: 68
Views: 10,785
Hey, I had similar issues. I fixed mine by...
Hey, I had similar issues. I fixed mine by replacing the IVM - integrated supply module. The same module is used on almost every BMW from this time period. It supplies power to many of the cars...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
11-17-2016, 08:14 PM
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Replies: 68
Views: 13,875
If you still have problems with it not starting...
If you still have problems with it not starting it is most likely the IVM which is the integrated power module in the E box. It's easy to replace and costs about $130 on ebay, genuine BMW part. I had...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
10-18-2016, 11:29 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 6,030
Best valve stem seals?
Hi all, I'm going to do the valve stem seals and I know AGA recommends the Elring seals, but I was told that the Corteco seals are the best you can get.
Anyone know which is best? I don't want to do...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
09-19-2016, 11:41 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,739
I just replaced the tension strut bushings and...
I just replaced the tension strut bushings and ball joints and it has dramatically reduced the problem. I think I'll also replace the lower control arms because the previous owner replaced only one...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
08-19-2016, 10:41 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,739
steering problems
Hi all, 2005 X5 4.4
recently I have been noticing that while driving on the highway my X5 seems to be getting pushed and pulled by the hollows in the road. ie. when I change lanes and go across the...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
08-04-2016, 10:44 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 4,335
Hey, did you do the visor test? open the visor...
Hey, did you do the visor test? open the visor and slide the vanity mirror open and see what happens. if the light doesn't come on, but other weird things happen on the dash then it's 99% your...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
05-16-2016, 11:23 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 8,391
Update: did not solve no start issue
Much to my dismay, this fixed everything except the no start problem. However I have since solved it!! Please see my thread entitled "Intermittent starting woes" Turns out it was the power...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
05-16-2016, 11:18 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 2,412
Repaired
Well, since no one replied to this thread I'll update it for those that need this repair. Turns out you do need to remove the manifold to replace the pipe.
Parts needed:
manifold gaskets
heater...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
05-16-2016, 10:52 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 10,386
New Update: Really solved this time!
OK, so after much diagnosis and help from these posts. I was able to determine that the culprit all this time has been the power distribution module in the E box. It's the square module with all the...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
05-16-2016, 10:43 AM
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Replies: 72
Views: 15,320
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
05-02-2016, 11:51 AM
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Replies: 72
Views: 15,320
ok thanks! yeah I've had the E box open several...
ok thanks! yeah I've had the E box open several times and it seemed when I banged on it a couple of times the x5 started. I have to believe this is the issue with mine as well. Thanks for the info....
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
05-02-2016, 10:59 AM
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Replies: 72
Views: 15,320
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
04-03-2016, 02:13 PM
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Replies: 72
Views: 15,320
don't believe what you see on the ignition...
don't believe what you see on the ignition switch. I did the same thing and mine looked perfect too. It can cause the TFS code on the dash as well as many other screwy electrical issues. One good...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
04-03-2016, 01:27 PM
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Replies: 72
Views: 15,320
Any luck figuring this out? I've had the same...
Any luck figuring this out? I've had the same issue on my 07/2005 build X5 4.4 that you are describing. I just replaced the ignition switch as it had all the tell tale signs of that being bad, but it...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
03-20-2016, 03:49 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 5,372
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
03-20-2016, 03:45 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 5,372
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
03-20-2016, 03:20 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 5,372
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
03-20-2016, 03:17 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 8,391
Ignition switch electrical gremlins = SOLVED
HI all, I have had many problems with my E53 since owning it. The electrics have been the most frustrating issues as they are very difficult to diagnose. The latest issue has been the ignition...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
03-20-2016, 02:37 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 5,372
Have Autozone do the test, they may have to...
Have Autozone do the test, they may have to remove the battery and put a full charge on it to really test it. If you have a mutimeter check the voltage at the jumper terminals i the engine bay....
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
03-17-2016, 11:25 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 4,335
Seatbelt and Airbag lights on HELP
Looks like I have the dreaded seatbelt/airbag light combo going now. Started 2 days ago and now the the lights stay on all the time while driving. The seatbelt gong goes off after a few minutes, but...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
02-23-2016, 11:49 AM
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Replies: 77
Views: 69,036
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
02-23-2016, 11:46 AM
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Replies: 77
Views: 69,036
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
02-23-2016, 11:39 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,203
Radiator Replacement tips or tricks?
Hey all, anyone out there changed their radiator on an E53 4.4? It looks pretty straight forward, but I know on my wifes 325xi when I swapped the radiator I broke the thermostat at the bottom of the...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
01-07-2016, 12:27 PM
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Replies: 38
Views: 10,386
did you open the E box in the engine bay and...
did you open the E box in the engine bay and check all the fuses and relays in there? My guess is that I must have had a loose connection in there as well as a faulty fuel pump relay. The E box is on...
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