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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-06-2025, 03:30 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,566
Posted By E53Envyy
yeah I understand that once the chain has...

yeah I understand that once the chain has stretched the sprocket mesh isn’t within tolerance. The tensioner would help remove backlash and extend the life of the chain (in theory). Would be...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-06-2025, 02:20 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,566
Posted By E53Envyy
Hmmm I would think the additional wear on the...

Hmmm I would think the additional wear on the sprockets and noise would be minimal. For example, the valvetrain in the M54 has two tensioners and is considered to be very robust (obviously a very...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-06-2025, 01:26 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,566
Posted By E53Envyy
I could definitely see people using the wrong oil...

I could definitely see people using the wrong oil as the OEM stuff (DTF) is extremely expensive for what it is. Although I thought that’s specifically for clutch life, not sure how picky the chain...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-06-2025, 12:46 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,566
Posted By E53Envyy
Great to see this post is still useful! Was...

Great to see this post is still useful! Was definitely one of the more difficult issues to find. I picked up an e83 X3 and shortly after it started doing the same thing so I guess I’m just cursed....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-07-2022, 02:03 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,969
Posted By E53Envyy
20,000kms and the replacement Cardone axles still...

20,000kms and the replacement Cardone axles still going strong.

Cheers, E53Envyy
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-10-2022, 07:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 415
Posted By E53Envyy
Yeah I understand, when I was referring to the...

Yeah I understand, when I was referring to the EWS needing adjustments that would be for push-to-start when the key is in your pocket.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-10-2022, 03:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 415
Posted By E53Envyy
Ahh, thanks! Sounds like newer BMWs with...

Ahh, thanks! Sounds like newer BMWs with push-to-start use very similar technology.

I remember a thread over on e46fanatics where someone retrofit push-to-start but never elaborated on how they...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-10-2022, 02:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 415
Posted By E53Envyy
Interesting cranking/ignition feature…

Kinda a random post,

For the last year I would start the E53 the same way as my E46 where I’d toggle the key on until it fires up. The other day I noticed the X5 will continue to crank and start...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 02-20-2022, 01:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,119
Posted By E53Envyy
I had the same issue when trying to use new...

I had the same issue when trying to use new o-rings. Using a mallet was the only solution and that was after a gave up on the new o-rings


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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-14-2022, 02:10 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,229
Posted By E53Envyy
I’m sure. X18722 is a 2 pin connector located...

I’m sure. X18722 is a 2 pin connector located inside the dash almost directly behind the climate control. The connector had no visible damage and I cut and solder my wire in before the connector so...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-14-2022, 05:50 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,229
Posted By E53Envyy
Solved the issue by running my own wire from...

Solved the issue by running my own wire from X10454 to X18722. It’s still unknown how the factory wire failed and why it failed when it did but alas I can warm up my frozen toes now. If it wasn’t...
Forum: Politics Forum 01-14-2022, 05:35 AM
Replies: 282
Views: 18,719
Posted By E53Envyy
Interesting statistics here in Ontario that you...

Interesting statistics here in Ontario that you are actually more likely to catch Covid if you’re fully vaccinated compared to unvaccinated. ...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-13-2022, 12:46 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,229
Posted By E53Envyy
Thank you! Last time I was looking for the WDS I...

Thank you! Last time I was looking for the WDS I couldn’t find it, this is a big help in removing unknown variables


So here’s the FSR connector:
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-13-2022, 12:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 805
Posted By E53Envyy
I think you’d blow the CCV hoses before stripping...

I think you’d blow the CCV hoses before stripping a stud. Was it under torqued? Did you follow the torque sequence when installing the valve cover? If not, maybe that bolt became loose as you...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-12-2022, 05:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,229
Posted By E53Envyy
Does anyone have a wiring diagram? I feel like...

Does anyone have a wiring diagram? I feel like I’m missing something here. I need to determine the causation between the removal of the climate control and the now high resistance on the main power...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-12-2022, 04:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,229
Posted By E53Envyy
Blower fan stopped working after cleaning climate control temperature sensor

With continued trouble shooting I’ve determined that there is 700ohms between fuse 64 (50A) and the blower motor. In an attempt to trace the wire back to the glove box fuse panel I’ve found one...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-10-2022, 06:00 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,575
Posted By E53Envyy
Burning oil smell will be the valve cover gasket....

Burning oil smell will be the valve cover gasket. Not too hard to replace and plenty of diy videos out there.

I’d first check the valve cover before looking further down the engine

Cheers,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-09-2022, 06:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,229
Posted By E53Envyy
Hi guys, I’m having an interesting...

Hi guys,

I’m having an interesting situation. I’ve been probing the final stage resistor connector and believe I found the issue. I can successfully probe the 12v battery source but I’m unable to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-07-2022, 10:19 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,229
Posted By E53Envyy
Ok, I opened it back up and the last pin was bent...

Ok, I opened it back up and the last pin was bent :( damn, I was being very careful when reassembling to make sure that would not happen.

I straightened it and instead of pushing the front...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-07-2022, 10:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,229
Posted By E53Envyy
Ok thanks I’ll take a look. Is it fixable? ...

Ok thanks I’ll take a look. Is it fixable?


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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-07-2022, 08:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,229
Posted By E53Envyy
Using BMW scanner I couldn’t find any codes ...

Using BMW scanner I couldn’t find any codes


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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-07-2022, 08:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,229
Posted By E53Envyy
Blower fan stopped working after cleaning climate control temperature sensor

Hi guys,

Long story short: I removed the climate control to clean the internal fan and temperature sensor. It’d been buzzing away since I bought the car. I reinstall the climate control and now I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-26-2021, 07:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,650
Posted By E53Envyy
Unless I’m missing something, running boards are...

Unless I’m missing something, running boards are very common here in Ontario. Are people actually paying that kind of money for them?


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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-16-2021, 03:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,130
Posted By E53Envyy
Ahh, I see. I’m searching all of Canada and only...

Ahh, I see. I’m searching all of Canada and only have 53 results for an 07-10 x5. Not many around I guess and not sure if the search is actually working correctly. About half of the results are 4.8s...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 12-16-2021, 05:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,130
Posted By E53Envyy
Was my uncles x5 a unicorn spec?

Hi guys, wondering if anyone has a similar spec to my uncles old ride.

It was a 2008 black on black 4.8 with comfort and ventilated seats, HUD, soft close doors, rear window shades and climate...
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