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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-07-2024, 01:11 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,902
Posted By whizzkid23
Awesome - thanks a lot!!!

Awesome - thanks a lot!!!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-07-2024, 09:03 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,902
Posted By whizzkid23
It's again exceeded ^^ Can someone...

It's again exceeded ^^



Can someone help with a PM? :-)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-09-2022, 05:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 815
Posted By whizzkid23
A nightmare of a quote🤦*♂️ Clavurion is right,...

A nightmare of a quote🤦*♂️ Clavurion is right, it’s just about being able to keep the keys that you already have.

At least you made my day telling how much I saved doing it by myself😂 Thanks for...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-09-2022, 02:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 815
Posted By whizzkid23
I already adviced 2 option to get this done: ...

I already adviced 2 option to get this done:

1. Removing the pin that not allows the key to go in with the use of a dremel / drill. Once removed, you'll be able to get the key in.
2. Removing...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-08-2022, 06:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 815
Posted By whizzkid23
I had the same problem as you. Occasionally it...

I had the same problem as you. Occasionally it was not possible to get the key in the tumbler. Only really hard wiggling on the steering wheel freed the tumbler.

Absolutely Nothing electric...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-08-2022, 06:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 815
Posted By whizzkid23
If you have tried all other steps to unlock it...

If you have tried all other steps to unlock it before (wiggling steering wheel ecc...) I guess you have 2 Options.

1. Removing the pin that not allows the key to go in with the use of a dremel
2....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-30-2022, 11:35 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 12,169
Posted By whizzkid23
The ratchet / strap trick is worth gold when you...

The ratchet / strap trick is worth gold when you work on it alone! Thanx a lot!
The rest of this replacement process is straight forward.

In our case it seems that the culprit was a broken...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-15-2021, 03:54 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,334
Posted By whizzkid23
In my mind the only clean solution is programming...

In my mind the only clean solution is programming it out....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-16-2021, 07:10 PM
Replies: 17,529
Views: 3,578,527
Posted By whizzkid23
Check if it has a vent hole… if not, drill one… ...

Check if it has a vent hole… if not, drill one…
Otherwise with raising temperature under the hood, pressure will build up and fluid will leal from the nozzles… been there already🤦*♂️
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-08-2021, 05:52 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,667
Posted By whizzkid23
Awesome! I would be curious about the AMP draw...

Awesome! I would be curious about the AMP draw when not in use. Would be cool if someone could measure it out when he tackles it.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-02-2021, 07:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,684
Posted By whizzkid23
Can confirm, it happens each time you connect PA...

Can confirm, it happens each time you connect PA Soft. Don't know why...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-26-2021, 12:31 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 14,597
Posted By whizzkid23
Yes it makes sense. Actually I've read your...

Yes it makes sense. Actually I've read your estimate about a year ago so when the engine suddenly stalled few days ago, I already knew what I should look for. Turning the key and missing the tipical...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-26-2021, 07:55 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 14,597
Posted By whizzkid23
28 so really close!

28 so really close!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-25-2021, 08:39 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 14,597
Posted By whizzkid23
Another data for the archive, fuelpump went out...

Another data for the archive, fuelpump went out at 133.000miles. 2005 3.0i
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-25-2021, 04:25 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 602
Posted By whizzkid23
Well I think I got it...on this model the sleeve...

Well I think I got it...on this model the sleeve is actually one piece with the internal wiring of the transmission.


Must be nr. 10, 24367551877

...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-25-2021, 03:14 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 602
Posted By whizzkid23
A5S360R/390R Mechatronic Sleeve replacement

Hi guys,

I will have to replace the mechatronic sleeve shortly as it has developed a small leak (X5 E53 2005 3.0i). Can´t seem to find a DIY on it.

Seems that I have to drop the pan / change...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-16-2020, 09:30 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,599
Posted By whizzkid23
Led bulbs arrived, 15 min install. No errors /...

Led bulbs arrived, 15 min install. No errors / coding needed, at least if you use the ones suggested by Crowz. You will notice a flickering on the first 2 seconds after startup due to the cold check...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-10-2020, 09:32 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,599
Posted By whizzkid23
Well, this makes things much easier ^^. I just...

Well, this makes things much easier ^^. I just picked a picture from google assuming it would be the same for all models. Great, this will be easy, thanks a lot!!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-10-2020, 02:54 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,599
Posted By whizzkid23
Maybe you know which of those is responsible for...

Maybe you know which of those is responsible for the front fog lights? My guess would be Front & Right Low beam light.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-09-2020, 05:50 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,599
Posted By whizzkid23
Thanks a lot, bulbs ordered, will update once...

Thanks a lot, bulbs ordered, will update once installed ;-)
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-09-2020, 03:33 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,599
Posted By whizzkid23
I'm currently trying to improve the light output...

I'm currently trying to improve the light output on the Bi-Xenon Setup of our '06 X5 3.0. The light output of the Xenon as low beam light is extremely shitty - driving the car at night is far from...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-11-2019, 04:19 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,257
Posted By whizzkid23
I see your point:D Actually I would be probably...

I see your point:D Actually I would be probably thinking about a upgrade too, if money was all around me. That's not the case and actually the whole family loves the car and I enjoy repairing it...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-10-2019, 08:55 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,257
Posted By whizzkid23
Thanks for the kudos! I'm planning to keep this...

Thanks for the kudos! I'm planning to keep this car for at least another 10 years so... I will have to stick other "patches" here and there for sure:D
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-09-2019, 06:46 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,257
Posted By whizzkid23
There you go...at least a picture of the work....

There you go...at least a picture of the work. The relay is on the left with green/yellow/white wires. Basically I set it up the way that the new relay is powered by the relay of the rear defroster,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-01-2019, 06:12 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,257
Posted By whizzkid23
Just wanted to give a final update. Powered the...

Just wanted to give a final update. Powered the TCU trough a relay related to ignition switch position. Car can now be left parked for over 10 days and fires up like a dream. The Bluetooth module /...
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