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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-15-2019, 12:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 797
Posted By BMWx5e53
Pumped up tyres as 2 were low. Also Unplugged...

Pumped up tyres as 2 were low.
Also Unplugged the ABS and DSC fuse (in the glove box, large fuse). Plugged back in. Error went.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-15-2019, 08:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 797
Posted By BMWx5e53
Changed battery, now have all sorts of lights

Changed battery as previous one was dead and could not hold a charge.
After driving about 2 miles, a number of lights on the dash were displayed.

4x4 lights, Tyre Pressure, ABS light and the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-13-2019, 12:05 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,623
Posted By BMWx5e53
Just tried this and it worked: Get a battery...

Just tried this and it worked:
Get a battery charger and set it to constant 12v.
Remove licence plate bulb cover, remove bulb, connect positive terminal of battery charger to left bulb terminal,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-13-2019, 09:29 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,623
Posted By BMWx5e53
So if the battery is dead, and the handle carrier...

So if the battery is dead, and the handle carrier is broken, then how would one ever open the car?
Is there a way to hook up some pos and neg wires from a 12v source to a part of the car?
I.e. a...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-17-2018, 10:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,083
Posted By BMWx5e53
I'll try to do a video, its just 1 clunk, then is...

I'll try to do a video, its just 1 clunk, then is fine until next time i reverse.
Usually happens when the car is cold or hasnt been driven in a day or two.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-17-2018, 04:27 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,083
Posted By BMWx5e53
Reversing - Clunk

I'm getting a clunk when I am reversing in my e53 4.8is.
The clunk is coming from the front passenger side (UK Car).
The clunk happens regardless of steering position but tends to happen more often...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-13-2017, 01:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,547
Posted By BMWx5e53
Yes this was resolved. The fuses in the rear...

Yes this was resolved.
The fuses in the rear were missing, so i just added them
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-27-2016, 12:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,947
Posted By BMWx5e53
Sorry, mine have 21inch Alpina Dymanic alloys on

Sorry, mine have 21inch Alpina Dymanic alloys on
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-26-2016, 03:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,947
Posted By BMWx5e53
Widest Wheel Spacers on Front

What is the widest wheel spacers people have used on the front 2 wheels?
I can't decide between 20, 25 or 30mm.

I have 30mm on the back, so 30mm on the front would probably look best, but would...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-12-2016, 05:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,374
Posted By BMWx5e53
Looks quite good.

Looks quite good.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-09-2016, 04:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,374
Posted By BMWx5e53
Paddles to facelift steering wheel

Has anyone added e46 smg paddles and slip ring to a facelift e53 x5 steering wheel. I know you can swap the steering wheels, but i prefer the look of the standard facelift x5 steering wheel.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-04-2016, 12:41 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 39,509
Posted By BMWx5e53
I have updated my original post to also include...

I have updated my original post to also include the colours of the wires.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-04-2016, 12:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,033
Posted By BMWx5e53
OK, the factory ground location is where the...

OK, the factory ground location is where the Negative/Ground wire from the battery is bolt to, so would make sense. Thanks
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-04-2016, 10:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,033
Posted By BMWx5e53
Best location for Ground wire from amp

Hi,

Where is the best place for a Ground wire in the trunk/boot of a BMW X5 e53?

There are lots of locations where i could put one, but was wondering what others have done before i start...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-04-2016, 04:10 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 39,509
Posted By BMWx5e53
Used a Ground Loop Isolator on Amp side - got rid...

Used a Ground Loop Isolator on Amp side - got rid of 95% of whine.
Will install another one on the head unit side, so hopefully it will reduce it further.

Mirrors, locks etc working now....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-02-2016, 06:05 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,151
Posted By BMWx5e53
How to assemble the retractable load floor

Hi,
Does any one have some pics of how to install the retractable loading floor in the trunk/boot?
I have all the parts i believe, i just need to know how they fit to the car.

Cheers.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-02-2016, 04:27 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 39,509
Posted By BMWx5e53
All, Nightmare installation this is. ...

All,

Nightmare installation this is.

Part 1
I took all the door cards off, therefore had to disconnect the switches etc, as I was upgrading the speakers and Headunit.

However, I have...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-02-2016, 04:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 962
Posted By BMWx5e53
Remote/Central locking not working

Hi,

I took all the door cards off, therefore had to disconnect the switches etc, as I was upgrading the speakers and Headunit.

However, I have reconnected the switches, both rears and both...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-01-2016, 03:09 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 39,509
Posted By BMWx5e53
Yeh I know, tell me about it, this was not a good...

Yeh I know, tell me about it, this was not a good headunit and car to start on..lol

The Manual to the Headunit only talks about the fucntions, not the setup. So Zero help.
As for the reversing...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-31-2016, 10:53 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 39,509
Posted By BMWx5e53
Cheers. I have the headunit working....

Cheers.

I have the headunit working. Steering controls do not work, but that is a minor inconvenience.
I tapped into the Glove Box Torch (Purple wire) for the Switched Live.

Main pain is that...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-30-2016, 10:41 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 39,509
Posted By BMWx5e53
I cant seem to get the Headunit on. As a test, if...

I cant seem to get the Headunit on. As a test, if i simply connect the GND to the Negative terminal on the cars battery, and the B+ to the Positive terminal, this should mean there should be power...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-23-2016, 07:03 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,097
Posted By BMWx5e53
Opening passenger door without switches

I have got both driver and passenger side door cards off (as i am replacing the speakers) therefore i have the swicthes disconnected.

However with the switches disconnected, when i press the open...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-22-2016, 10:20 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 39,509
Posted By BMWx5e53
Brilliant, im still an amateur in installing car...

Brilliant, im still an amateur in installing car audio...picked a difficult car to start on..lol

But all this info is very good, will help others im sure.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-22-2016, 07:20 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 39,509
Posted By BMWx5e53
On X18001 - Blue Connector, does it matter which...

On X18001 - Blue Connector, does it matter which "positive activation" i use? Can i use either pin 3 or pin 10 to power my headunit?
Is there a difference? E.g. is one a permenant live and one a...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-22-2016, 06:43 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 39,509
Posted By BMWx5e53
Yes there is a solid brown wire on X18001 - Blue...

Yes there is a solid brown wire on X18001 - Blue Connector.
The only brown wire on X18002 - White connector is a brown with red one.

Many thanks.
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