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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-09-2021, 10:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 595
Posted By johnnyzcar
Another Door Lock issue

I have searched and read thru about 5 pages of door lock issues but didn't really see my particular issue. My door handle carrier had failed and I had resorted to using the key to lock unlock and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-01-2021, 03:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,031
Posted By johnnyzcar
I didnt need any spacers for these staggered E70...

I didnt need any spacers for these staggered E70 wheels, only rings up front. No rubbing in rear.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-Q1GJH0c_BfhyMmE-FRaUljesDkIi-Cg/view?usp=sharing
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-09-2020, 11:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,663
Posted By johnnyzcar
LOL yeah I am definitely not the most happy BMW...

LOL yeah I am definitely not the most happy BMW owner and that comparison was me being sarcastic LOL. I have a 1990 300zx TT sitting in my garage and the original seals on it are fine. I also have a...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-09-2020, 01:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,663
Posted By johnnyzcar
I have been dealing with these issues for about 1...

I have been dealing with these issues for about 1 year now. Started with cold rough idle and sometimes white smoke on startup. I also had the alternator bracket leak that you will have if not...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-02-2020, 03:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,519
Posted By johnnyzcar
I like the car for sure but my thoughts on this...

I like the car for sure but my thoughts on this are how can BMWs brand survive these negative experiences. I have 2 Nissan Z cars and never have the seals turned to stone or have valve train issues....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-02-2020, 11:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,519
Posted By johnnyzcar
Thanks much and I think this looks doable,...

Thanks much and I think this looks doable, however mine is originally a 4.4 and I wonder what issues I would have using my existing ECU and harness etc.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-02-2020, 11:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,519
Posted By johnnyzcar
The research I've done and personal friends that...

The research I've done and personal friends that have actually owned both have now since abandoned BMW and wont buy another, they still currently own Porsche.

The motor design on the Cayenne is...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-30-2020, 09:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,519
Posted By johnnyzcar
My estimation is the car might be worth 4000 even...

My estimation is the car might be worth 4000 even though i have the 20 inch bmw wheels and sport bumper add ons. The cost to rebuild is more than that.
Ill probably try to sell it I guess or part it...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-30-2020, 12:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,519
Posted By johnnyzcar
Swap newer N62b48 into E53 N62b44 X5

Hey guys I am tired of throwing money at my 4.4i X5 engine. I am considering looking for a newer engine with less miles since these 2005 are all going to be high miles and have the same issues I have...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-15-2020, 10:34 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,309
Posted By johnnyzcar
Update, I did a leak down test and all cylinders...

Update, I did a leak down test and all cylinders are good with no loss. Now my thinking is it is either levers, cam, or eccentric shaft. I was thinking of purchasing a used head complete with gears...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-12-2020, 01:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,309
Posted By johnnyzcar
Yes I believe mine was in the range, manufacture...

Yes I believe mine was in the range, manufacture date 3-2005. I am planning on doing a leak down test and listen for air escaping to see what gives. I have removed both the intake and exhaust...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-12-2020, 10:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 721
Posted By johnnyzcar
Does it idle rough? Mine was shuttering when the...

Does it idle rough? Mine was shuttering when the engine would lug at lower RPMs.
Any SES or warning lights? Misfire on certain cylinders reported?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-12-2020, 10:51 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,309
Posted By johnnyzcar
The way I messed up was that I forgot I had the...

The way I messed up was that I forgot I had the intake timing clamp on the camshaft and spun the motor by hand using a socket on the harmonic balancer.
It was tight so I saw the clamp on and removed...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-11-2020, 04:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,309
Posted By johnnyzcar
Well turns out I had my timing messed up as I had...

Well turns out I had my timing messed up as I had replaced intermediate levers and made a stupid mistake. Needless to stay I retimed but I think I have valve damage so I am in the process of pulling...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-06-2020, 03:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,309
Posted By johnnyzcar
Yes basically there are 2 connections at the...

Yes basically there are 2 connections at the alternator and one is the main lug and one electric wire connection and I know I got those correct. I have ISTA+ is there a way to resync using that...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-06-2020, 02:34 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,309
Posted By johnnyzcar
E53 4.4i Replaced Alternator Bracket Gasket now the engine spins but wont start

Hey all, I have changed out the bad oil seal on my X5 alternator bracket. Now I go to start the car and it spins over but wont start. I think its the immobilizer because I had the battery...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-11-2020, 11:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,170
Posted By johnnyzcar
I think i am going to replace the VSS and do the...

I think i am going to replace the VSS and do the timing chain guides etc while im at it. I guess new water pump maybe a good idea too. I believe the alternator bracket is leaking too but i am not...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-10-2020, 02:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,170
Posted By johnnyzcar
Thanks, I have done valve cover gaskets before,...

Thanks, I have done valve cover gaskets before, along with sensors and vanos solenoids. I have the tools and was thinking i may purchase a timing tool and see if that will get me thru it.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-10-2020, 11:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,170
Posted By johnnyzcar
2005 4.4i required tools for intermediate levers

I plan on changing out one side of my intermediate levers.
I have not seen many howtos except for service bulletin that's out there.
It lists a lot of special tools and after seeing the Jamaican...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-08-2020, 11:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,245
Posted By johnnyzcar
Thanks I have pretty much changed or checked...

Thanks I have pretty much changed or checked everything except the eccentric shaft and intermediate levers. It ran better but still had the SES light on but now it flashes on startup and runs rough...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-08-2020, 04:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,245
Posted By johnnyzcar
To follow up the problem is I need intermediate...

To follow up the problem is I need intermediate levers. After learning how the engine uses the valvetronics it makes sense.So anyone having issues like this and X5 with 4.4 2004 2005 you might have...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-08-2019, 12:14 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,245
Posted By johnnyzcar
Just ones from ebay but surely all 4 wouldnt be...

Just ones from ebay but surely all 4 wouldnt be bad would they?
I swapped the old ones back in and it made no difference.

Trying to drive it causes failsafe to kick in now.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-06-2019, 11:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,245
Posted By johnnyzcar
I did that and it said they were set at .03 i...

I did that and it said they were set at .03 i think. It also is not just when cold now. It is all the time and the X is pretty much not driveable.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-06-2019, 10:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,245
Posted By johnnyzcar
2005 4.4i Rough Idle Turned Nightmare

My first post here after lurking for a while. I am at my wits end here trying to diagnose the problem. My 2005 x5 4.4i had the rough idle when cold in the morning but after would be ok. I read here...
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