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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-18-2018, 12:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,327
Posted By Momus
Thumbs up Cool, thanks. I've been using a generic OBD2...

Cool, thanks. I've been using a generic OBD2 adaptor and either the torque app in my android head unit or easyOBD2 on a laptop. They work but don't give me the specifics you're getting so I've...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-17-2018, 08:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,327
Posted By Momus
"Overcurrent in instrument circuit" <-- There's...

"Overcurrent in instrument circuit" <-- There's the direct cause of your problem. An overcurrent is exactly the type of thing that causes a latch-up in a circuit - the charge goes high enough to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-15-2018, 09:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,590
Posted By Momus
Thanks Gregory. I have a replacement key on the...

Thanks Gregory. I have a replacement key on the way which I'll test against my existing FZV, and if it doesn't work I'll order a replacement FZV module. I really appreciate the suggestion.

And,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2018, 10:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 466
Posted By Momus
Oh yeah, I also bought 16 household...

Oh yeah, I also bought 16 household 40W-equivalent LED bulbs because they were on sale for $2 a bulb.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2018, 10:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 466
Posted By Momus
For the Canadians here - check your local Canadian Tire for sales, cheap oil

I don't know if this is all Canadian tire stores, just the Montreal ones, or just my local one, but there are some crazy good prices.

In particular, Castrol full synthetic 5w30 oil, the one...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2018, 10:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,590
Posted By Momus
@Andrewwynn - lol

@Andrewwynn - lol
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2018, 08:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,590
Posted By Momus
That may have more to do with the THREE HUNDRED...

That may have more to do with the THREE HUNDRED AND FIFTY THOUSAND MILES you have on your X5. :yikes: :yikes:

Holy crap man - that is incredible! That is literally *over* three and a half times...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2018, 08:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,590
Posted By Momus
Whoa! Awesome. Thanks for this. I've ordered a...

Whoa! Awesome. Thanks for this. I've ordered a pair of them to test.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2018, 07:08 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,590
Posted By Momus
That's interesting - do you have a link to an...

That's interesting - do you have a link to an example of one of these?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2018, 04:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,327
Posted By Momus
Yeah, I can find it relatively cheap, although...

Yeah, I can find it relatively cheap, although it's a bit harder to find one in metric rather than imperial. I just hate the idea of replacing my whole unit since it's in near perfect condition with...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2018, 02:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,327
Posted By Momus
Oh, hey man. How fortunate that we both use the...

Oh, hey man. How fortunate that we both use the same username on both sites. Especially since we seem to just be talking to each other about this problem. Heh.

Thanks for the link to the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2018, 12:39 PM
Replies: 16,586
Views: 2,322,376
Posted By Momus
I installed the bimmerfix stent to solve a severe...

I installed the bimmerfix stent to solve a severe coolant leak.
Then I installed a new upper rad hose 2 days ago.
Probably installing a new water pump next week.
And a new tensioner pulley. ...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2018, 12:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,327
Posted By Momus
Alternatively, does anyone know if it would be...

Alternatively, does anyone know if it would be possible to open the gauge cluster unit and swap some of the internals with a different one? Could I for example get a cracked and damaged one from...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-13-2018, 12:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,327
Posted By Momus
By coincidence someone else posted about the...

By coincidence someone else posted about the exact same problem as this on the same day, over at bimmerfest, and included what might be a hugely important piece of information.

His diagnostic...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-12-2018, 04:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,590
Posted By Momus
Ah! That is an interesting idea. So perhaps the...

Ah! That is an interesting idea. So perhaps the receiver in mine, or the wiring to it, have failed. I will do some research on how to get access to that. Thanks!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-12-2018, 04:10 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,327
Posted By Momus
2004 X5 4.4 - problem with main gauge cluster

My 2004 X5 4.4 developed a weird behavior a while ago that has gotten steadily worse.

When I start the vehicle the needles for the gas gauge, tachometer, speedometer, and engine temperature gauge...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-12-2018, 03:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,590
Posted By Momus
Problem with 2004 BMW X5 remote keys

First of all - Hi! I've been a reader here for a while, but only recently registered to post some questions. Originally it was to ask for help with the dreaded timing chain cover weep hole coolant...
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