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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-25-2018, 04:17 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,392
Posted By semcoinc
Also, the other day I cleared my Self Level...

Also, the other day I cleared my Self Level Suspension Inactive code that had come on at the first really cold day here in Dallas and never reset itself. The code kept coming on immediately after...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-25-2018, 04:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,283
Posted By semcoinc
I have used Techron in the past and have recently...

I have used Techron in the past and have recently been using Berryman B12 with good results and no throwing of codes associated with its use.

Mike
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-25-2018, 03:56 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,392
Posted By semcoinc
Yeah that sounds about right for an...

Yeah that sounds about right for an improved/performance ROM/firmware that the XDA guys are running.

I have my complete shut down of my head unit selected at 2 hrs so any reentry shorter than that...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-25-2018, 03:49 PM
Replies: 1,481
Views: 351,508
Posted By semcoinc
Hi Crowz, Yeah malaysk gets great reviews...

Hi Crowz,

Yeah malaysk gets great reviews for his firmware (ROM as I have come to know according to the XDA geek squad :D)

Hal9k_'s ROM that I am running is doing really great by me :thumbup:
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-25-2018, 02:44 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,392
Posted By semcoinc
You're welcome xbimma! I was amazed that...

You're welcome xbimma!

I was amazed that this type of head unit modding was absent from this and the E46 Fanatics forums and knew that I had to share this knowledge with our BMW communities that...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-25-2018, 02:31 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,392
Posted By semcoinc
Hi Itsbrokeagain, Sure, will help you with...

Hi Itsbrokeagain,

Sure, will help you with how I went about my mod. Hopefully the steps I used will yield the same or similar results for you.

Best to start out digesting these threads to get...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-25-2018, 02:20 PM
Replies: 1,481
Views: 351,508
Posted By semcoinc
I suspect that Crowz unit is a 2GB RAM unit so...

I suspect that Crowz unit is a 2GB RAM unit so this may not apply, but for those watching this thread with 1GB Android head units the following learnings that I made may be helpful: :dunno: :dunno:
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-25-2018, 01:19 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,392
Posted By semcoinc
Over the last few days I have optimized the...

Over the last few days I have optimized the pathetic performance of my Eonon GA6166 1GB RAM operating system that I installed in my E53 in January/February 2017.

It took three full nights of...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-14-2018, 12:17 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 10,067
Posted By semcoinc
Likewise :thumbup: Mike

Likewise :thumbup:

Mike
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-10-2018, 01:37 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,392
Posted By semcoinc
I bought the Creator 310 V7.2 Scan Tool on eBay...

I bought the Creator 310 V7.2 Scan Tool on eBay for $40 Best Offer accepted.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/192422040679

Hope to resolve my Self Level Suspension Inactive fault code.

Mike
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-10-2018, 12:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,659
Posted By semcoinc
As the cold snap hit here in North Texas, I was...

As the cold snap hit here in North Texas, I was bitten by the Self Level Inactive fault code immediately on start up and it will not clear. My heights are OK and all my sensors appear to be intact.
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-08-2018, 11:06 AM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,392
Posted By semcoinc
IMHO, they give much better recognition even in...

IMHO, they give much better recognition even in daylight.

Mike
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-08-2018, 10:54 AM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,392
Posted By semcoinc
The white LEDs came from here ...

The white LEDs came from here

https://ae01.alicdn.com/kf/HTB1bo9bNVXXXXchXFXXq6xXFXXXX/TC-X-10pcs-lot-Car-Styling-Car-Interior-T10-W5W-168-194-SMD-T10-3D-LED.jpg
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-08-2018, 09:54 AM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,392
Posted By semcoinc
Installed Clear side marker lenses with intense...

Installed Clear side marker lenses with intense white LEDs
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-04-2018, 02:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 877
Posted By semcoinc
Just swell! Now, in addition to experiencing...

Just swell!

Now, in addition to experiencing an alternator seize up on me and shred my serpentine belt, in fact, it prevented a perfectly good battery from cranking the engine at all, I have to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-02-2018, 09:49 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,392
Posted By semcoinc
Thanks Eurowhip :thumbup: Mike

Thanks Eurowhip :thumbup:

Mike
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-02-2018, 07:07 PM
Replies: 17,448
Views: 3,410,392
Posted By semcoinc
Yes, they look great! Where did you get...

Yes, they look great!

Where did you get them?

Link please?

Thanks,

Mike
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-02-2018, 02:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,497
Posted By semcoinc
I have been using the Meistersatz filter kits...

I have been using the Meistersatz filter kits with metal gasket for several of my E46 and E53 services and been very pleased. :dunno:

3.0 looks like here:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/361597257526...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-02-2018, 02:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,497
Posted By semcoinc
I have a 2003 Model 4.4 with the 5 speed 5HP-24, ...

I have a 2003 Model 4.4 with the 5 speed 5HP-24,

Mike
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-02-2018, 02:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,497
Posted By semcoinc
Likewise for me Zulu95 :thumbup:, going back to...

Likewise for me Zulu95 :thumbup:, going back to the 80's :D

However, last year I researched engine oils and the fact that I only drive my vehicles about 6K miles each/year and switched to Rotella...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-02-2018, 12:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,497
Posted By semcoinc
Looks like they went all fuel efficiency on us :D...

Looks like they went all fuel efficiency on us :D

AMSOIL's Dexron VI would be the "Fuel Efficient" ATF offering

https://www.amsoil.com/shopres/products/270px/ATL.jpg
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-02-2018, 11:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,497
Posted By semcoinc
Since about 2010 I have been using AMSOIL...

Since about 2010 I have been using AMSOIL Signature Series ATF Fluid in my E46 330Xi and since 2014 in my E53 4.4i without any issues.

https://www.amsoil.com/shopres/products/900px/ATF.jpg
...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-31-2017, 11:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,480
Posted By semcoinc
D Unit, I have PM'd you. I already have...

D Unit,

I have PM'd you.

I already have the camber arms but would be interested in getting the toe arms.

Happy New Year!

Thanks,
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-31-2017, 11:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,892
Posted By semcoinc
Yeah, that's what I said!!! I sure as hell...

Yeah, that's what I said!!!

I sure as hell am not looking forward to changing this thing again!!!

I think I recall the Behr unit and most other OEM units being stamped 105°C .

A reverence I...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-31-2017, 11:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,892
Posted By semcoinc
When I did all my hoses, water pump and idlers in...

When I did all my hoses, water pump and idlers in association with my alternator seizing up, I also replaced the thermostat.

Once I got into the test menu and was able to display the coolant temp,...
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