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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-31-2026, 09:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 187
Posted By 80stech
Yeah front wheel bearings are not easy and really...

Yeah front wheel bearings are not easy and really not a typical DIY job. You almost certainly did something wrong the last time to have them fail so quick. I take the knuckle off and use a hollow...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-23-2026, 12:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 259
Posted By 80stech
It might be a good idea to have a second person...

It might be a good idea to have a second person in the car to help track down the sound when it happens, even better if that person is mechanically inclined. A recording might be helpful as well. As...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-16-2026, 01:51 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,073
Posted By 80stech
The main thing is to have it lubed well. I have...

The main thing is to have it lubed well. I have replaced 3 of the 4 carriers with various brands and one OE, I just lubed the forth and replaced the cable and none have failed again, that's with kids...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-14-2026, 08:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 683
Posted By 80stech
All the non OE parts are just "adding to the...

All the non OE parts are just "adding to the soup" like Clavurion says ;) If the aftermarket IAC motor made things worse then it would be a good idea to replace it with a new OE one, maybe part of...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-12-2026, 04:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 439
Posted By 80stech
The big question is what brand of mounts did you...

The big question is what brand of mounts did you go with ??
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-26-2026, 12:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 271
Posted By 80stech
I think those relays are inside of the GM...

I think those relays are inside of the GM (General Module.)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-21-2026, 12:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,664
Posted By 80stech
Flippers fixing things up a cheap as possible are...

Flippers fixing things up a cheap as possible are a huge problem.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-20-2026, 09:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 705
Posted By 80stech
The purpose of the relay is exactly so that the...

The purpose of the relay is exactly so that the power for the lights doesn't need to flow through the switch, the only power flowing through the switch should be what's needed to switch the relay NOT...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-19-2026, 12:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 705
Posted By 80stech
Maybe it's switched with the key, or somebody...

Maybe it's switched with the key, or somebody didn't reconnect it. The quick and easy way would be to run 2 conductor cable (speaker wire) and use the same power you are using as a main for the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-16-2026, 05:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 704
Posted By 80stech
Maybe check for cracks in the cover

Maybe check for cracks in the cover
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-16-2026, 11:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 704
Posted By 80stech
You need to change the grommets as well with the...

You need to change the grommets as well with the same good quality rubber as the valve cover gaskets. The grommet is what controls the sealing pressure on the gasket.
OE gaskets and grommets with a...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-13-2026, 11:21 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,067
Posted By 80stech
A "drive it like you stole it" session can help...

A "drive it like you stole it" session can help with freeing up stuck rings. ;)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-12-2026, 07:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,067
Posted By 80stech
If compression comes up with a couple of squirts...

If compression comes up with a couple of squirts of oil then rings are likely the problem.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-02-2026, 05:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 359
Posted By 80stech
+1 Especially if the error is coming from front...

+1 Especially if the error is coming from front or back, sensors and wiring/connections are highly suspect. The connector for the front sensors can be exposed to washer fluid leaks if I remember...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-02-2026, 10:41 AM
Replies: 17,692
Views: 3,852,450
Posted By 80stech
-40 is likely open circuit, I think the intake...

-40 is likely open circuit, I think the intake temp sensor is in the MAF on the V-8s as Wayne pointed out in another thread.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-02-2026, 10:38 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,073
Posted By 80stech
Most freezing issues stem from an often...

Most freezing issues stem from an often overlooked poor/missing/damaged vapor barrier.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-02-2026, 10:32 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,223
Posted By 80stech
You won't be able to reset the light if there is...

You won't be able to reset the light if there is still a problem.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-01-2026, 10:29 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,073
Posted By 80stech
The key is to make sure the DHC is lubed...

The key is to make sure the DHC is lubed properly, a dab of grease smeared on at the factory expected to work it's way in usually doesn't ;)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-27-2026, 08:56 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 351
Posted By 80stech
For starters you absolutely need to re-do the...

For starters you absolutely need to re-do the timing using the proper procedure.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-18-2026, 09:07 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,348
Posted By 80stech
The test 6 is only going to tell you if the...

The test 6 is only going to tell you if the syphon jet is working "good enough" (at the time you are testing) to keep up, not if the o-ring is leaking, the lower plastic fitting is leaking, or any of...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-17-2026, 07:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,348
Posted By 80stech
If you lift the assembly up a bit so that you can...

If you lift the assembly up a bit so that you can see the seal portion and run the engine you will see if it's leaking. If it was a loose fit a few rounds of teflon tape will help.
I'm not sure that...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-13-2026, 07:09 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,348
Posted By 80stech
In case you don't know the seal goes into the...

In case you don't know the seal goes into the tank first and not onto the sending unit.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-12-2026, 11:55 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,348
Posted By 80stech
:thumbup: Seal goes in the tank first when the...

:thumbup: Seal goes in the tank first when the time comes ;)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-09-2026, 10:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,348
Posted By 80stech
You should be able to see were it's coming from...

You should be able to see were it's coming from when the car is running, maybe try clamping the hose on higher up to expose more of the nipple so you can see if it's coming from a crack. There is...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-09-2026, 03:38 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,348
Posted By 80stech
You might be able to pull the line far enough to...

You might be able to pull the line far enough to replace the short piece of rubber, If I remember correctly it turns to plastic pretty quick. I'd be really surprised if cutting a bit off the end...
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