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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-29-2019, 08:16 PM
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Posted By Bucephalus
121,380 miles; replaced the accelerator pedal and...

121,380 miles; replaced the accelerator pedal and final stage resistor, @$200.00, & 30 min.



Hug my 2002 x5, 3.0i; lov'n it!


Previous accelerator had a slight "snag" at the begining of the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-17-2019, 11:32 PM
Replies: 17,529
Views: 3,583,797
Posted By Bucephalus
That is slick!

That is slick!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-17-2019, 11:27 PM
Replies: 17,529
Views: 3,583,797
Posted By Bucephalus
On the fan clutch; clockwise to come off (wap...

On the fan clutch; clockwise to come off (wap it), counter to go on.


Might as well repl the thermostat n housing if it's the brittle original.


I think the tensioner bolts were 17mm ) a/c...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-13-2019, 04:06 PM
Replies: 187
Views: 71,998
Posted By Bucephalus
Irregular R/S Float Reading corrected.

Yep, I binded the float on the R/S too; on Saturday's install.
Corrected and will monitor.


G
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-12-2019, 09:38 PM
Replies: 187
Views: 71,998
Posted By Bucephalus
10-4. Bugs me too. I did pump the R/S dry to...

10-4. Bugs me too. I did pump the R/S dry to clean it. I'll evaluate after my next fill up. I could of messed up the float placement on the R/S this time...lol


Thx!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-12-2019, 09:30 PM
Replies: 17,529
Views: 3,583,797
Posted By Bucephalus
Whistle Routine Maintenance

Engine Flush
Engine Oil & Filter change.
R&R Drive & A/C Belt....


Here's where the fun started...


Busted the thermostat housing...replaced with new; $50.00.
Reset SVC lights.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-12-2019, 09:12 PM
Replies: 187
Views: 71,998
Posted By Bucephalus
Starting guage reading was 1/2. Did some...

Starting guage reading was 1/2.


Did some work on the truck's fuel tanks this weekend; I pumped-out 12 gal from the fuel tank; from the R/S, then peered into the L/S with an Ames camera. The L/S...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-18-2019, 10:18 PM
Replies: 187
Views: 71,998
Posted By Bucephalus
Crazy thing happened today; guage read 1/2 tank,...

Crazy thing happened today; guage read 1/2 tank, but the tank ran dry, right next to a gas station.

The car took 25 gallons and started right up. I think there was 427 miles on the trip meter.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-31-2019, 08:28 PM
Replies: 17,529
Views: 3,583,797
Posted By Bucephalus
Took her for a spin and ran the scanner.

Took her for a spin and ran the scanner.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-18-2019, 07:47 PM
Replies: 17,529
Views: 3,583,797
Posted By Bucephalus
I believe the un-terminated 1/4" tube under the...

I believe the un-terminated 1/4" tube under the intake is #7; the transmission breather tube.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-18-2019, 07:23 PM
Replies: 17,529
Views: 3,583,797
Posted By Bucephalus
Replaced the breather tube that runs from a...

Replaced the breather tube that runs from a separator...? to the front/top/left side of the valve cover.


I broke the previous tube (very brittle) when I replaced the Intake Cam Position Sensor....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-16-2019, 01:06 PM
Replies: 17,529
Views: 3,583,797
Posted By Bucephalus
I'm thrilled to announce that because of (& only...

I'm thrilled to announce that because of (& only because of...) all the generous help and technical knowledge offered in this community, I was able to replace the jet siphon pump O ring today....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-16-2019, 01:10 AM
Replies: 17,529
Views: 3,583,797
Posted By Bucephalus
Cleaned the Idle Control Valve; vehicle went into...

Cleaned the Idle Control Valve; vehicle went into fail-safe mode.


Limped it home, read the code, found a video.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=lVPV-XnmJyk



Did the job and cleared the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-14-2019, 07:30 PM
Replies: 17,529
Views: 3,583,797
Posted By Bucephalus
Replaced the Mass Air Flow Sensor.

Replaced the Mass Air Flow Sensor.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-11-2019, 11:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,183
Posted By Bucephalus
Just found this on line; gonna check into the P# ...

Just found this on line; gonna check into the P#


https://www.schmiedmann.com/en/product/1936906-used?product=B12147518628
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-11-2019, 11:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,183
Posted By Bucephalus
Whistle Thanks! I believe that is the same number I...

Thanks!
I believe that is the same number I took off the existing sensor; reinstalled it..

Images on line can be deceiving, but none of them serm to be stepped down like the sensor in the car.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-11-2019, 10:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,183
Posted By Bucephalus
I was leaning on my signature block for my year...

I was leaning on my signature block for my year and model #...



2002 X5 3.0i


My fuel filter is listed for pre-March, 2002 vehicles, so I'm guessing my x5 is pre-Mar 2002.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-11-2019, 09:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,183
Posted By Bucephalus
Cam Position Sensor (exhaust) help.

Changed the Intake Sensor and tried to change the Exhaust side; it wouldn't fit.


Current sensor pictured on the left; new one on the right.



BMW part# is $500.00+ at Autozone.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-10-2019, 10:53 PM
Replies: 17,529
Views: 3,583,797
Posted By Bucephalus
Changed the spark plugs and sea foamed the MAF. ...

Changed the spark plugs and sea foamed the MAF.


Test drive OK, but it idled a little rough at a traffic light.


Got home and washed the car, then it wouldnt start...lol


Got a circuit A...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-31-2018, 02:58 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 669
Posted By Bucephalus
Steering Wheel Copper Contact squeal.

The steering mechanism behind the wheel on my x5 3.0i is making the same squealing noise that my 1990 325i made; when making turns.

On the 325, there was a spring loaded shaft that supports a...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-28-2018, 11:18 PM
Replies: 187
Views: 71,998
Posted By Bucephalus
This is definitely the most beneficial thread...

This is definitely the most beneficial thread I've ever seen on the www; makes my head hurt.


Knowing when the siphon pump is supposed to kick in (@32L?) is priceless.



I want to replace...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-28-2018, 06:17 PM
Replies: 17,529
Views: 3,583,797
Posted By Bucephalus
Changed engine oil and filter. Tried to change...

Changed engine oil and filter.
Tried to change the fuel filter, but was sent the wrong filter...30 minutes to realize that...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-27-2018, 03:50 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 22,603
Posted By Bucephalus
Outstanding thread and discussion! Not...

Outstanding thread and discussion!


Not new to changing plugs, but things are too expensive for discovery learning.


Going after single prong Iridium plugs!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-25-2018, 11:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,333
Posted By Bucephalus
3.0i Engine Oil

I'm prepping for an engine flush and oil change on my 2002 x5 3.0i.


Wondering what the latest info is on the absolute best oil for that engine.


Full Synthetic 5w-something...


I've seen...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-23-2018, 11:39 PM
Replies: 17,529
Views: 3,583,797
Posted By Bucephalus
Wash & Turtle wax! Buffed out the sun...

Wash & Turtle wax!


Buffed out the sun roof; most of the water spots are gone.


Dumped a can of Sea Foam into the tank.
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