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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-11-2025, 07:12 AM
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Posted By g300d
Its been so long I dont remember, so I looked at...

Its been so long I dont remember, so I looked at realoem and I see (at least for the sport seats) that the front cushion and seat covers are the same part numbers left and right.

So yes, they can...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-08-2025, 03:13 AM
Replies: 17,671
Views: 3,797,934
Posted By g300d
What I remember looking into this many years ago...

What I remember looking into this many years ago is it was bonded somehow, and not easy to transfer.

I think I came across a thread where someone used aftermarket elements instead.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-08-2025, 03:07 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,567
Posted By g300d
I've done a variant of this, citric acid flushes....

I've done a variant of this, citric acid flushes. I dont remember doing it on any BMW's yet though, more on Mercedes (it's a factory procedure to at least the 90's).
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-30-2025, 07:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,535
Posted By g300d
It seems to be so. More pep, less stress on one...

It seems to be so. More pep, less stress on one of the most failure prone systems of the car, lots more peace of mind for me.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-30-2025, 12:41 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,567
Posted By g300d
I wouldnt chemical flush. I did that on the 4.6...

I wouldnt chemical flush. I did that on the 4.6 and right as we buttoned everything up, the water pump started leaking.

Not saying all chemical flushes will do that, just sharing a con from...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-28-2025, 10:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,535
Posted By g300d
It's been 2 weeks since the thermostat has been...

It's been 2 weeks since the thermostat has been installed and I must say, I'm impressed!

Temps are now consistently at 94-95C, highest I've ever seen was 97C.

Calculated oil temps range from...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-28-2025, 12:53 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,251
Posted By g300d
Thanks for elaborating on this. Looks like we...

Thanks for elaborating on this. Looks like we have the same problem.

I may have the green ring done same time as the joint as it's right there.

Is it just separate the joint from the column,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-27-2025, 06:22 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,251
Posted By g300d
We checked the lower steering area while the...

We checked the lower steering area while the truck was on stands for a diffs/transfer case fluid change.

Got to see the green plastic rings. 1 is visible in the engine bay above the steering...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-27-2025, 06:02 AM
Replies: 17,671
Views: 3,797,934
Posted By g300d
For the 4.6, did the front differential and rear...

For the 4.6, did the front differential and rear differential fluids with Amsoil Signature Series 75w110. Transfer case got Redline D4 ATF.

We did the fluid change in the wash area so we could...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-26-2025, 11:17 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,143
Posted By g300d
Very cool to hear, kudos to X5chemist! :beerchug:

Very cool to hear, kudos to X5chemist! :beerchug:
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-26-2025, 04:36 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,251
Posted By g300d
Hi Themoog, couple of questions if you dont mind?...

Hi Themoog, couple of questions if you dont mind?

There are 2 of the green plastic bushes in the lower column diagram, you only replaced one?

Did you have to replace the cups/boots (#5 and 6)...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-26-2025, 12:10 AM
Replies: 17,671
Views: 3,797,934
Posted By g300d
^Good to hear about other budget options to...

^Good to hear about other budget options to consider.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-25-2025, 09:44 PM
Replies: 17,671
Views: 3,797,934
Posted By g300d
Same boat with the 4.6! Last tires were Nitto...

Same boat with the 4.6! Last tires were Nitto and previous to that, Duellers.

Now? Nothing available but Wanli China.

I've driven them in anger and was not expecting much, but they are...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-25-2025, 06:30 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,405
Posted By g300d
No more 229.5 also. Yes that looks like a...

No more 229.5 also.

Yes that looks like a completely different formula from the previous one they were using.

229.3 is still a good spec along with the VW and Porsche spec. The 229.5 and LL01...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-25-2025, 06:23 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 19,721
Posted By g300d
Air suspension does make a big difference, the...

Air suspension does make a big difference, the 4.6 on air with 20's rides smoother than the 3.0 on coils with 19's.

But...its only on a side by side though. The coils sprung X still rides well...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-25-2025, 06:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,251
Posted By g300d
Thanks 80stech, will check further! Maybe swap...

Thanks 80stech, will check further! Maybe swap out stuff from the 3.0 to be sure, too. I already replaced the steering u-joint on that but it was some time ago.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-25-2025, 10:10 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 360
Posted By g300d
Any 4.6/4.8 owners still here? Can you check your cluster OBC...

...test 16 (Oeltemp) in ignition position 1, 2, and engine running?

Just want to compare it to my own results which seem weird, after sitting overnight or longer my oeltemp goes to -12C, with...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-25-2025, 09:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,251
Posted By g300d
@80stech, when you replaced your clockspring, did...

@80stech, when you replaced your clockspring, did you happen to compare both?

I'm wondering, if it were the clockspring, could it be tested by pulling the wheel, removing the clockspring, and...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-24-2025, 11:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,251
Posted By g300d
Thanks guys for the input so far! It does...

Thanks guys for the input so far!

It does sort of come from directly behind the wheel sometimes, but then again when we removed the kneepad it seemed to be from the lower column too.

$350 for...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-24-2025, 10:50 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 19,721
Posted By g300d
I have trouble figuring out if pinout diagrams...

I have trouble figuring out if pinout diagrams are from behind the plug or looking at the plug lol...no way I could figure that out :rofl:

Pics arent showing on the latest post.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-24-2025, 09:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,251
Posted By g300d
Thanks for the tip on the clockspring, will add...

Thanks for the tip on the clockspring, will add to the list to check.

Any tips on confirming?

We were poking around underneath and inside the car, we didnt find play on the usual steering rack...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-24-2025, 06:00 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,405
Posted By g300d
Being repackaged does complicate things. Are you...

Being repackaged does complicate things. Are you even sure it's Avista still?

Does it still carry any certs?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-24-2025, 04:25 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,405
Posted By g300d
It's perfectly fine to be concerned about putting...

It's perfectly fine to be concerned about putting the right oil in your car, whether new or 21 years old.

Another thing about manufacturers certs is oil makers pay to be assessed and officially...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-24-2025, 04:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,251
Posted By g300d
Steering column refresh - bearings replacement

I'm tracing a noise on steering that I've isolated to the steering column. A combination of light clicking and slight scraping.

Anyone here who happens to have done all the steering column...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 10-23-2025, 07:33 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 19,721
Posted By g300d
At least you caught it before it went on, waiting...

At least you caught it before it went on, waiting for parts sucks though.
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