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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-16-2025, 08:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 469
Posted By ChiefRider
Thanks for the responses. I assumed it to be the...

Thanks for the responses. I assumed it to be the switch in the liftgate, but you never know-

Mine is outwardly fine- rubber intact. I'll wait for some better weather to address, as my x5 lives...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-14-2025, 02:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 469
Posted By ChiefRider
Lift Gate Release Problem

Good afternoon-

My liftgate WILL open via the button on the key, and with the button on the dash. It stopped working using the release handle on the liftgate.

I haven't found this particular...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-28-2025, 12:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 913
Posted By ChiefRider
Thanks guys. I had played around with the bulb...

Thanks guys. I had played around with the bulb holder, cleaning the contact faces and bending them up a bit. I also found a couple other threads here, and looks like I'll be diving deeper into the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-27-2025, 02:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 913
Posted By ChiefRider
Tail Lamp Inoperative- Bad Ground?

My lower left rear lamp has stopped functioning. The bulb is fine, so I am guessing the problem may be a bad ground, but where to begin searching? Has anyone else had the same specific issue, or a...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-16-2024, 02:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,049
Posted By ChiefRider
Thank you for the responses! Will look into...

Thank you for the responses! Will look into cleaning the dust from the sampling fan. Pretty confident it isn't the CD player. Thanks again!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-15-2024, 11:09 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,049
Posted By ChiefRider
Minor Mystery- Noise Behind Dashboard

My x5 has been parked awhile, while I dragged my feet in repairing the window regulator. I finally got around to it last week, and have been driving it regularly since then- all operating well.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-31-2024, 04:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,265
Posted By ChiefRider
Thanks Andrew- What do you like to use...

Thanks Andrew-


What do you like to use for a lube on the guides? I waxed them well on the new regulator.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-31-2024, 04:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,265
Posted By ChiefRider
So I have managed to avoid getting around to...

So I have managed to avoid getting around to finishing this job for the past month, and need to get back to it. I still have my deep reservations about messing around with the airbag- my main reason...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-25-2024, 08:20 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,265
Posted By ChiefRider
I think you may have gotten threads crossed- but...

I think you may have gotten threads crossed- but no worries, I will likely replace the DHC while I am in the door for the window regulator!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-24-2024, 08:45 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,265
Posted By ChiefRider
Really appreciate the assistance folks- All the...

Really appreciate the assistance folks- All the tips have been great!



I do have the vapor barrier removed, and will use that tip on re-attaching the air bag 180. The car has been sitting in...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-24-2024, 03:26 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,265
Posted By ChiefRider
yeah, did that to disconnect and remove. The...

yeah, did that to disconnect and remove. The window being stuck at the bottom of its travel has me stuck at the moment.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-24-2024, 12:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,265
Posted By ChiefRider
Thanks. I have replaced rear door handle...

Thanks. I have replaced rear door handle carriers before, but no window regulators.


Drivers door window had been rattling when closing the door with the window partially open- I assumed the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-24-2024, 09:45 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,265
Posted By ChiefRider
Apologies but.. Link to the "Best" Window Regulator Replacement Thread?

Any internal links will be most appreciated! Amongst the many existing frustration in life, I must dive into the driver's door panel.....


Thanks
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-08-2024, 12:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 590
Posted By ChiefRider
Thanks for re-posting the link! I was just...

Thanks for re-posting the link! I was just logging in to look for this!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2023, 12:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 364
Posted By ChiefRider
I remember reading your post about reinforcing...

I remember reading your post about reinforcing the carrier AFTER I did the job the last time. I did lube the parts, fwiw. I'll be doing that proactively this time.



The truly annoying part...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2023, 09:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 364
Posted By ChiefRider
Seeking QUALITY Door Handle Components

I know replacement part quality is a pretty hit and miss thing now, but I am hoping there are some current suggestions about where to buy the die-cast door handle mechanism? I replaced one in the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-26-2023, 01:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 739
Posted By ChiefRider
Thank you!

Thank you!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-26-2023, 09:46 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 739
Posted By ChiefRider
F15 Wheels for E53?

I did a quick search, and found no results-



Would F15 wheels fit my E53? Looking for a spare set to mount summer tires, and there is a set locally- thanks!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-09-2023, 02:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 416
Posted By ChiefRider
Just ordered some- Thanks for the information!

Just ordered some- Thanks for the information!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-09-2023, 11:29 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 416
Posted By ChiefRider
Air Intake Fastener Part Number

A quick search here and no result-


Can anyone provide this part number? These would be the 4 push pins on the plastic air intake over the radiator.



Thanks!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-03-2023, 02:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 616
Posted By ChiefRider
Thanks! Not sure why this caught my attention...

Thanks! Not sure why this caught my attention this time if that's the case. Guess my "powers of observation" aren't what they might once have been....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-03-2023, 02:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 616
Posted By ChiefRider
Vacuum Line Below Disa M54

Recently had a shop do some work on my X5, and post-repair I was doing a visual once over and found this disconnected line, just below the DISA valve. Can't see where it should connect-


Thanks...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-02-2022, 04:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,853
Posted By ChiefRider
So, I brought my X5 to my trusted indie this...

So, I brought my X5 to my trusted indie this summer- he has a lift in the back for long term projects. My ask was to have it back before Winter began. I picked it up 2 weeks ago. My initial...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-14-2022, 05:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,916
Posted By ChiefRider
I went with FCP Euro, and the genuine BMW tank...

I went with FCP Euro, and the genuine BMW tank kit. Not really expecting another lifetime of service from my X5, but I hate surprises....


Enjoyed the thread discussion- as always- Thanks!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-12-2022, 11:30 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,916
Posted By ChiefRider
Interesting to note. I have had radically mixed...

Interesting to note. I have had radically mixed results with Behr Mercedes components- some catastrophic. I hate plastic....
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