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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-27-2025, 01:50 PM
Replies: 1,128
Views: 246,733
Posted By ToadFMB
Gettin' close

I'm gettin' close ladies and gentlemen...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-04-2025, 08:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,335
Posted By ToadFMB
Good stuff. I cut mine off too, but I didn't have...

Good stuff. I cut mine off too, but I didn't have the clips on me, I ordered them the same day. Cheers!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-03-2025, 05:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,335
Posted By ToadFMB
See attached.

See attached.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-03-2025, 04:59 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,335
Posted By ToadFMB
This happened to both my seats, I just used...

This happened to both my seats, I just used Permatex Ultra Black to adhere the clips to the seat.

Below was my process:

Found the clips that feel off (2 clips)

Removed back panel by using a...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-12-2023, 03:17 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 26,687
Posted By ToadFMB
When reinstalling the interior door panel, do I...

When reinstalling the interior door panel, do I attach the black clip in the center to the panel, or leave it on the door?

TIA
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-29-2023, 12:27 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,001
Posted By ToadFMB
Resurrecting this thread, I have placed the USB-C...

Resurrecting this thread, I have placed the USB-C ports in the center console along with the harnesses. how do I wire this up?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-17-2023, 10:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 986
Posted By ToadFMB
Hey brother, I actually just replaced the battery...

Hey brother, I actually just replaced the battery with an OEM battery about a month ago. Starts and drives really well. I am going to order the Torx40 bit to clean the ICV this weekend. Drove to work...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-16-2023, 08:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 986
Posted By ToadFMB
I appreciate everyone responding. The tank was...

I appreciate everyone responding. The tank was anywhere between 80 to 90% full. Some general information:

It is my daily driver, but my round trip commute is 22 miles Monday-Friday.

The 2006...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-15-2023, 05:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 986
Posted By ToadFMB
E53 3.0 died while driving

Earlier today, I went to pick up my kid from space camp. As I made my way out of the queue and through the parking lot, my vehicle died (it was so gradual I didn't notice) my dash lights went in and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-28-2023, 08:24 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,001
Posted By ToadFMB
Thanks for the tip/s. A write up and/or video...

Thanks for the tip/s. A write up and/or video would be great. Do I need to splice anything? Again. I'm pretty clueless on this stuff. Thanks again.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-27-2023, 11:31 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,001
Posted By ToadFMB
I'd like to do this modification, but I am not...

I'd like to do this modification, but I am not savvy in electrical wiring. I have the two usb-c charges and harnesses in my possession. I also know how to remove the necessary center console pieces...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-08-2023, 12:45 PM
Replies: 17,629
Views: 3,734,163
Posted By ToadFMB
Lost my only diamond key and bought a new one...

Lost my only diamond key and bought a new one yesterday at the dealership, not bad $240ish. It should arrive on Thursday.Yaya!

Edit: just received a phone call that it is in today!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-21-2023, 01:42 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 529
Posted By ToadFMB
Headlight upgrade options

Greetings, I am refreshing my LCI E53 X5. I am a fan of the OEM+ look. I have installed a BlueBus for Bluetooth functionality. And black led side markers.

Future mods include:

OEM USB-C charge...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-22-2022, 08:50 AM
Replies: 1,128
Views: 246,733
Posted By ToadFMB
A tad over 76,000 now.

A tad over 76,000 now.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-07-2022, 01:28 PM
Replies: 17,629
Views: 3,734,163
Posted By ToadFMB
[QUOTE=Bdc101;1225519]All of you guys should...

[QUOTE=Bdc101;1225519]All of you guys should really look at Grom Audio because it works the same way you guys are talking about these other systems but with 95% less effort. Looks the same on the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-07-2022, 02:09 AM
Replies: 17,629
Views: 3,734,163
Posted By ToadFMB
Quick install, I just plugged in two harnesses to...

Quick install, I just plugged in two harnesses to the BlueBus. Sound is really good, the only buttons I've used on the steering wheel are the volume and "up/down" and those work, I primarily have...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-06-2022, 02:52 PM
Replies: 17,629
Views: 3,734,163
Posted By ToadFMB
Installed BlueBus on the X5 yesterday afternoon.

Installed BlueBus on the X5 yesterday afternoon.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-23-2022, 04:34 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 31,737
Posted By ToadFMB
This thread helped me today. Last weekend I...

This thread helped me today. Last weekend I replaced the window regulator clip on my front passenger side, after getting the door all buttoned up, I thought I was done until I realized my front...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-11-2022, 11:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,757
Posted By ToadFMB
I currently get 16.3 on my 3.0. My commute is 11...

I currently get 16.3 on my 3.0. My commute is 11 miles one way, mostly Freeway.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-07-2022, 05:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 493
Posted By ToadFMB
I appreciate the responses. If it does happen to...

I appreciate the responses. If it does happen to be a strut leak, it will give me an excuse to purchase a lift kit : P
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-07-2022, 10:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 493
Posted By ToadFMB
Oil leak

Greetings,

This is my first oil leak on the E53 3.0 (2006). I noticed a wet spot under the front passenger wheel, upon further inspection, I see that some oil is dripping onto the front passenger...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-27-2022, 11:49 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,260
Posted By ToadFMB
I'd say mine is a "high" 8, solid 2006 with...

I'd say mine is a "high" 8, solid 2006 with immaculate interior, just under 75k miles. Bought 2nd hand, Maintenance done by 2 indy shops, one is a BMW specific shop, the other is an exceptional shop...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-11-2022, 02:30 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 52,778
Posted By ToadFMB
Would you happen to have a picture of that to...

Would you happen to have a picture of that to share?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-11-2022, 12:00 PM
Replies: 17,629
Views: 3,734,163
Posted By ToadFMB
Accidentally bought a Bluebus...ETA some time in...

Accidentally bought a Bluebus...ETA some time in September.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-13-2022, 03:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 961
Posted By ToadFMB
Thanks for all the "welcomes". Essentially the...

Thanks for all the "welcomes". Essentially the first thing I did was take the E53 to The Kaferhaus, a Bimmer specialist that is local to me, to get a clean bill of health. So far so good. I enjoy...
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