Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
02-27-2019, 02:54 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 4,060
I had the same issue for a while. It was my...
I had the same issue for a while. It was my starter motor and once replaced starts like its a brand new car. Diesels require more amperage to start so common for starters to wear out quicker.
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
01-01-2019, 03:03 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 3,247
Yes that's right there are a couple different...
Yes that's right there are a couple different transmission part numbers but I can only comment on my particular E53 3.0D which has the 6HP26 in it. Mine is 2006 model which is post facelift.
As far...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
08-27-2018, 01:34 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 3,247
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
07-29-2018, 04:50 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 4,829
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
07-21-2018, 05:57 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 4,829
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
07-19-2018, 05:54 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 7,059
Sounds like control arm bushing. Very very...
Sounds like control arm bushing. Very very common. I replaced mine 2 years ago and they're shot again. Some people on here reckon that my mechanic didn't drop the car off the jack before applying...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
07-06-2018, 10:02 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,053
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
07-06-2018, 06:24 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,053
Resetting Service Interval Message
Hey all,
What are the number that flash up during the SI reset procedure? It's either a dash or a negative symbol. I'm leaning toward it being a negative figure as I was severely overdue for a...
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Forum: Parts and Accessories Forum
06-06-2018, 04:52 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 2,632
Transmission Refurb
G'day all.
I've finally succumbed to my failing transmission and will drop $5-6k to have it refurbished.
My question is, what else should I do while the gearbox is out? I'm changing the shoddy...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
07-26-2016, 10:28 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 5,800
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
07-26-2016, 05:44 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 5,800
I've got the same issue too and it's driving...
I've got the same issue too and it's driving nuts! Funny how mine also lurches more on incline and turning. Can't figure out what that is. I had a small gasket leak for a while and the issue started...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
07-26-2016, 05:15 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,106
They should just clip out. In the manual it...
They should just clip out. In the manual it referenced a specific tooling which is basically a "trim removing Tool". It's a plastic scraper looking thing that can be found at automotive stores. The...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
07-26-2016, 05:12 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 4,427
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
04-14-2016, 01:49 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,115
I'd say about 20000km since install and driving...
I'd say about 20000km since install and driving around city streets as we live in Sydney. I know that if the bolts are torqued while the car is still jacked up then they'll load up and twist once the...
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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum
04-14-2016, 12:25 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,115
'06 X5 E53 3.0D Control Arm Bush Problem
Hey all, why are the control arm / castor arm / tension strut bushes always wearing out on X5 E53??
I replaced mine 2 years ago by a BMW mech with genuine Bmw bushes and they're busted again!...
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