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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-06-2019, 09:27 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,915
Posted By lebowski9
Thanks guys. She runs beautifully now.

Thanks guys. She runs beautifully now.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-29-2019, 07:54 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,915
Posted By lebowski9
Ok. Found out the problem was the timing chain...

Ok. Found out the problem was the timing chain tensioner--it did not decompress or pump up ! This was due to my incorrect compression and use of locking ring.

The newer design tensioner has 3...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-29-2019, 05:55 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,915
Posted By lebowski9
Alright I have an update. After re-replacing the...

Alright I have an update. After re-replacing the timing chain tensioner, I attempted to prime the tensioner by cranking the engine with the fuel pump relay fuse removed. Sure enough it wouldn't...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-29-2019, 03:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,269
Posted By lebowski9
Success! I found it using the borescope, laying...

Success! I found it using the borescope, laying on a bracket aft of the ac compressor.

One last question, is there a simple way to disable the engine from starting so that I can allow the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-29-2019, 07:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,269
Posted By lebowski9
I've already got it off! I think it may have...

I've already got it off! I think it may have fallen on top of the triangular corner bracket which attaches to the tubular sub frame on the right side. this engine bay is like a black hole....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-28-2019, 09:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,269
Posted By lebowski9
Thanks for the good news, Andrew. Tomorrow I will...

Thanks for the good news, Andrew. Tomorrow I will spend some quality time with the borescope looking underneath the engine bay.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-28-2019, 09:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,269
Posted By lebowski9
Lost Timing Chain Tensioner Piston --Possibly fell into engine?

Hi,

2001 X5. 4.4 --Today I was re-replacing the exterior timing chain tensioner because I forgot the crush washer the first time I installed it. (the one that screws into right side of engine).
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-27-2019, 07:36 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,915
Posted By lebowski9
Okay, the service engine light came back after...

Okay, the service engine light came back after about 6 start cycles. Now I have a code P0340! Does this mean it was the sensor after all?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-26-2019, 01:48 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,915
Posted By lebowski9
Interesting, If I do keep it I will look into...

Interesting, If I do keep it I will look into getting a laptop with INPA.

About the oil, would a higher or lower viscosity prolong the guides?

Two schools of thought, higher viscosity could...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-26-2019, 12:00 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,915
Posted By lebowski9
Possibly, now I am thinking the immediate error...

Possibly, now I am thinking the immediate error came on due to the 1) vanos being drained of oil and thus not complying with the DME's commands.

or

2) It was the magical 6th start which...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-26-2019, 10:22 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,915
Posted By lebowski9
1. Swapped CPS from Bank 1 to 2 and Vice versa....

1. Swapped CPS from Bank 1 to 2 and Vice versa. Code came a back after a few starts.

2. New chain tensioner, code came back after a few more days.

3.Both sides had the easy spin solenoid. The...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-26-2019, 09:00 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,915
Posted By lebowski9
Thank you all. I do appreciate it. I have a...

Thank you all. I do appreciate it. I have a borescope I will use to take a look with the engine off. It does spray oil when its on.

Tensioner is brand new, updated style.
Both vanos solenoids are...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-25-2019, 01:53 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,915
Posted By lebowski9
Even when the pan is completely clear of debris?...

Even when the pan is completely clear of debris? Oil filter was clean as well. Only 118K miles... I'd probably part with it if the guides are going as I need another project like I need a hole in my...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-25-2019, 12:52 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,915
Posted By lebowski9
Thank you. Can a reflector wheel become unaligned...

Thank you. Can a reflector wheel become unaligned on its own or must someone have messed with it?

This truck was dealer maintained its whole life. I've already got several hundred into the car, I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-25-2019, 10:13 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,915
Posted By lebowski9
I have a $50 scan tool, will that display the...

I have a $50 scan tool, will that display the actual cam posistions?

Also, what do I need to use the computer, Windows XP? How does it connect to the car?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-24-2019, 08:26 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,915
Posted By lebowski9
I doubt disc is bent, this truck was routinely...

I doubt disc is bent, this truck was routinely maintenanced by reputable shops by the PO who bought it new.


I have replaced both VANOS solenoids with new as of today. I switched CPS left and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-23-2019, 08:18 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,915
Posted By lebowski9
Ok---Not sure I follow about damaging timing disc...

Ok---Not sure I follow about damaging timing disc through oil fill port?

I guess I will order replacements--Are there any acceptable after market brands.... Femi?

At 118K miles what are the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-22-2019, 10:10 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,915
Posted By lebowski9
Alright so I only have two CPS? I did switch them...

Alright so I only have two CPS? I did switch them and the P0011 still returned. Do you have anymore ideas?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-22-2019, 09:43 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,915
Posted By lebowski9
Duly noted. I was only aware of two...

Duly noted.

I was only aware of two CPSs--on the front of either bank just about vanos solenoid. I swapped the right side with the left a month ago to no avail.

My logic is that the P0011...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-22-2019, 09:11 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,915
Posted By lebowski9
O.K. I pulled the lower pan and found no...

O.K.

I pulled the lower pan and found no evidence of broken plastic; just a small amount of crumbly sludge particles hopefully.

Now I changed the oil which was very dirty and old, PO followed...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-11-2019, 10:06 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,915
Posted By lebowski9
Ok, again car never stalls or misses etc so I am...

Ok, again car never stalls or misses etc so I am leaning toward VANOS. No shut off rattle.

1. Can Vanos/solenoid on either bank (right or left) cause the P0011 ? Or am I just concerned with bank...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-11-2019, 09:48 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,915
Posted By lebowski9
Thanks for your prompt reply. So far the oil...

Thanks for your prompt reply. So far the oil filter is free of debris, next I will check pan and borescope oil filler to rule out cooked guides.

1. By leaky VANOS seal, you mean the sprocket...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-11-2019, 08:25 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,915
Posted By lebowski9
P0011 Code 2001 X5 4.4 M62 V8 -New Owner-

Hey Guys,

A friend recently gave me an 01 X5 with 118,000 miles. I am the third owner, the first bought it new and had it serviced meticulously.

It runs great and everything works as it should...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-08-2019, 04:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,183
Posted By lebowski9
I know. It actually is not part #20--it is...

I know. It actually is not part #20--it is nowhere near large enough to fit over the threaded cap. It is small enough to fit inside the screw cap.

I was worried it is an internal piece of the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-08-2019, 12:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,183
Posted By lebowski9
Thanks Andrew, It's usually not a good sign to...

Thanks Andrew, It's usually not a good sign to have left over parts, but I am hoping it's just a fluke. Definitely was too small to fit on the screw cap or other end.

I probably should have bought...
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