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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-19-2015, 11:00 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 78,083
Posted By RFaber
Folding mirror problem (with pic)

I had this same issue, in my case it was the internal spring, an easy fix. I think the toughest part is removing the mirror cover. I learned from a BMW tech to use a couple credit cards (or BMW gift...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-17-2015, 05:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,734
Posted By RFaber
In your first photo, there is the motor , you...

In your first photo, there is the motor , you need to take that off, and pull the cover off and make sure the two halves line up, hard to explain with no photos, there is a spring loaded part that...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-17-2015, 04:17 PM
Replies: 479
Views: 169,347
Posted By RFaber
Any news? Any one know how Stunt is doing??

Any news? Any one know how Stunt is doing??
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-12-2015, 04:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,989
Posted By RFaber
Just pieced it together from wrecker parts! Took...

Just pieced it together from wrecker parts! Took a few months, but I found everything I needed, I did buy some of the sensor mounting clips from the dealership ( not too badly priced!!) I think all...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-10-2015, 10:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,989
Posted By RFaber
Cool I did the PDC retrofit in my 2003 X5, I had the...

I did the PDC retrofit in my 2003 X5, I had the prewiring up front, but had to add the rear wiring harness, the rear gong (by the rear right side fuse box), the controller (in the battery...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-31-2015, 08:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,823
Posted By RFaber
Car-Part.com--Used Auto Parts Market...

Car-Part.com--Used Auto Parts Market (http://www.car-part.com/)

Ive had good luck with this site, lots of local wreckers in my area, most will ship out to you too.
:cool:
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-29-2015, 08:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,405
Posted By RFaber
+2, the battery is the storage container for the...

+2, the battery is the storage container for the "electricity", the alternator charges / fills the container. even with the draw on it, you should be seeing above 12 volts! (14.4v is a healthy...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-29-2015, 08:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,124
Posted By RFaber
mad mike, does the dice unit answer a paired...

mad mike, does the dice unit answer a paired phone when you are listening to the stock radio? or a CD??
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-19-2015, 01:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,040
Posted By RFaber
I have a very similar one on my X. it was a dream...

I have a very similar one on my X. it was a dream to install! (right after i realized that i had to take the old stiffening bar off before putting the hitch on)
Ive hauled lots of trailers with it,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-09-2015, 12:31 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,273
Posted By RFaber
good call on the fire extinguisher! (almost had...

good call on the fire extinguisher! (almost had visions of disaster when you suggested to touch the plug to the threads, and youll see a spark ! sure you will! :)
sound advice, the fuel pump is...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-09-2015, 12:00 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 14,258
Posted By RFaber
I like the possibility of the SES bulb burning...

I like the possibility of the SES bulb burning out! lol
I bought the cable and software from the romanian guy on ebay, and havent been happier! its not terribly easy to use, but, its completely...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-27-2015, 02:19 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,536
Posted By RFaber
I think chivas is speaking about his particular...

I think chivas is speaking about his particular X5's Previous Owner (not Original Poster!)
I am going to do my Vanos soon, and i will pick up my stuff from Biesan, Ive spoken with him on the phone,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-27-2015, 02:15 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,940
Posted By RFaber
... nobody even mentioned that the rear seat in...

... nobody even mentioned that the rear seat in some X5's has a "ski bag" built in, and that will hold 2 (or three in a pinch) snowboards. And nobody sees them on the outside of the vehicle when...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-14-2015, 06:34 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,343
Posted By RFaber
Most 'in-tank fuel pumps' are cooled by the fuel...

Most 'in-tank fuel pumps' are cooled by the fuel in the tank, no fuel in the tank or less than 50 miles (!!) youre probably running the pump too warm! this happened to me once, its as Gurjit said an...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-13-2015, 02:59 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 21,710
Posted By RFaber
I had a similar experience, although i happen to...

I had a similar experience, although i happen to know EXACTLY what happened to mine, it started at starbucks, my wife had her tea, i had my black coffee, we jockeyed for cupholder space (which does...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-13-2015, 01:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,090
Posted By RFaber
wahler is good!

Hello, I replaced mine just a few weeks back, Wahler is good! If i understand they are the OE manafacturer. Ive had no issues with mine since.:thumbup:
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-06-2015, 08:13 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 34,667
Posted By RFaber
just out of idle curiousity, how much are the OEM...

just out of idle curiousity, how much are the OEM clips? if availible!??
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-13-2015, 08:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,172
Posted By RFaber
I used FAG bearings in my X5 with great success,...

I used FAG bearings in my X5 with great success, also using the harbour freight press and bearing puller! I also had a wicked shimmy between 60km/h and 100km/h, i suspected the front tire was out of...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-04-2015, 03:48 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,067
Posted By RFaber
Thanx guys for the replies, I ended up with the...

Thanx guys for the replies, I ended up with the wahler one paid $85 Canadian bucks for it and was pretty happy with how it turned out, as always the most difficult part was threading the fan back...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-03-2015, 02:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,067
Posted By RFaber
Thermostat, OE BMW or other brand?

I have a rather urgent need to change the thermostat in my X5, it appears to be stuck closed (lower rad hose cool to the touch, and the temp guage says its barely out of the blue even after 5 min of...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 01-02-2015, 02:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,844
Posted By RFaber
I experienced the same thing, so what we did was...

I experienced the same thing, so what we did was change out the entire front suspension, (thank you FCP Euro!) for the 10pc kit, with two front wheel bearings as well! completely eliminated the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-29-2014, 06:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,224
Posted By RFaber
I have had great luck with my cable/software from...

I have had great luck with my cable/software from the romanian guy on ebay, the software and cable were tricky to set up, (but he helped via computer teleconference) since then , its help me diagnose...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 12-22-2014, 02:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,790
Posted By RFaber
If i recall, you can remove the door panel. and...

If i recall, you can remove the door panel. and then remove the foam cover, then place a towel, or shop rags in the bottom of the door to "catch" the window if it happens to slip down. (dont ask me...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-28-2014, 07:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,010
Posted By RFaber
in my case the FSU was gone, blower motor works...

in my case the FSU was gone, blower motor works perfectly so it wasnt the problem. i did read in my manual that it was a pretty big job to re and re the blower motor! not looking forward to that if i...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-28-2014, 07:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,401
Posted By RFaber
thanx , if i manage to get it together, i will...

thanx , if i manage to get it together, i will post a detailed photo essay on it!
i was hoping to get the oil pressure / redline lights working, but if not, maybe just some cool guage rings!
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