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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-22-2025, 01:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 717
Posted By kamhoe
I added dye last summer but I couldn't find any...

I added dye last summer but I couldn't find any leak from the engine bay area. It could be from the evaporator side.


The compressor was engaged before I did the vacuum leak check. I didn't...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-21-2025, 07:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 717
Posted By kamhoe
Finally the compressor engaged by soaping another...

Finally the compressor engaged by soaping another new can in warm water bath.

Thanks all!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-19-2025, 10:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 717
Posted By kamhoe
My vacuum was holding ~-25 for over an hour...

My vacuum was holding ~-25 for over an hour before I decided to start the charge. The ambient temperature is 55F & I was wonder if that cause the compressor doesn't engage.


Maybe I will try to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-19-2025, 09:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 717
Posted By kamhoe
The compressor doesn't engage & doesn't suck in...

The compressor doesn't engage & doesn't suck in any freon. The pressure remain 0.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-19-2025, 08:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 717
Posted By kamhoe
The compressor doesn't engage after vacuum pump

Hi there,


I need some advice to charge my A/C.


My compressor was running before I did a vacuum pump to check for a leak.


When I tried to charge a can of r134a, the compressor doesn't...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-26-2022, 12:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 387
Posted By kamhoe
:yourock: Thanks! You guys are so helpful!

:yourock:
Thanks! You guys are so helpful!
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-25-2022, 11:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 387
Posted By kamhoe
Thanks for your comment! I decided to...

Thanks for your comment!


I decided to give a try today & filled about 2.4oz.


Low Side: 30 PSI
High Side: 190 PSI
Ambient Temperature: 79°F
Dash Vent Temperature: 2°C
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-25-2022, 12:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 387
Posted By kamhoe
Low A/C Rrefrigerant?

My A/C isn't as cold as before & I plugged in the manifold gauge, turned on the A/C & checked the pressure.


Low Side: 30 PSI
High Side: 135 PSI

Ambient Temperature: 75°F
Dash Vent...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-18-2022, 01:45 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 770
Posted By kamhoe
Total Coolant Capacity for 2005 4.4i Automatic

Anyone know the actual coolant capacity for 2005 4.4i model?


I want to drain out ONLY from the radiator (not draining from the engine block because the hassle) & flush a few times with deionized...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-25-2019, 11:22 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,217
Posted By kamhoe
Finally, I solved these 3 misfires that never go...

Finally, I solved these 3 misfires that never go away after replacing new coils & spark plugs.

Over the weekend, I pulled out those misfire coils & spark plugs, applied some lube, re-seated them,...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-21-2019, 11:46 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,217
Posted By kamhoe
I cleared the code before drove away and the same...

I cleared the code before drove away and the same codes appear again.

P0300: Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
P0301: Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
P0304: Cylinder 4 Misfire Detected...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-21-2019, 11:41 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,217
Posted By kamhoe
Thanks! I will pull out those error code coils...

Thanks! I will pull out those error code coils and try again after work.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-21-2019, 11:16 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,217
Posted By kamhoe
I went for ride for about 20-30 miles yesterday...

I went for ride for about 20-30 miles yesterday after adding the Lucas a day ago but it doesn't help much as the car still shaking like hell during stopping/idling.

I installed the newly-designed...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-20-2019, 11:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,217
Posted By kamhoe
No luck to find this additive online for US...

No luck to find this additive online for US region!

I went to local Walmart and bought this Lucas Fuel Treatment. I poured in 4oz but haven't got any chance to run the car yet due to my jobs....
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-19-2019, 12:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,217
Posted By kamhoe
Are you suggesting to pour in an injector cleaner...

Are you suggesting to pour in an injector cleaner 1st before removing those injectors? How long do I need to run the car to see the result?


I think I watched the Lucas cleaner on YouTube...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 03-19-2019, 11:28 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,217
Posted By kamhoe
2005 E53 4.4i N62 Misfire Help!

I need some advice or guide to troubleshoot the misfire that never go away!

The service light recently pop up and I did the code scan and found

VIN: ...LV13586
Mileage: ~69250
Symptom: Engine...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-16-2016, 01:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,408
Posted By kamhoe
I will give it a try! But wonder if it will sweep...

I will give it a try! But wonder if it will sweep back no matter how fast I turn off ignition.

I always consider BMW will have a special way to change the wiper since it is hitting the hood.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-16-2016, 12:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,408
Posted By kamhoe
Unhappy How to fold out passenger wiper?

This might be a dumb question! I have 2005 E53 4.4i and I am trying to replace the wiper on the passenger side and the wiper is hitting the edge of the hook when I lift up.

I tried the method that...
Forum: Navigation System 04-30-2013, 06:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,251
Posted By kamhoe
Oh, awesome! It's working now after I googled the...

Oh, awesome! It's working now after I googled the executable GTK filename and was able to download from sourceforge.net.

Since I am following ccfj1's old guide on...
Forum: Navigation System 04-30-2013, 02:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,251
Posted By kamhoe
Ok, thanks a lot! I will give a try again after...

Ok, thanks a lot! I will give a try again after work.
Forum: Navigation System 04-30-2013, 02:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,251
Posted By kamhoe
Thanks! How do you run it with GTK+? I...

Thanks!

How do you run it with GTK+?

I downloaded the GTK+ zip file and unzipped it but unable to install the GTK+. I followed the guide from...
Forum: Navigation System 04-28-2013, 06:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,251
Posted By kamhoe
Whistle Anyone have NavTweak or CarMES GifExtractor?

Hi,

I am trying to change the splash screen for my MKIV. I have downloaded the NavTweak and GTK+ from:

http://www.xoutpost.com/electronics/navigation-system/16739-navtweak.html

but couldn't...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-12-2013, 12:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 886
Posted By kamhoe
Hell! How do I know if the key still good now?

Hell! How do I know if the key still good now?
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-11-2013, 11:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 886
Posted By kamhoe
Thank you guys for the head up, Just came...

Thank you guys for the head up,

Just came back home and checked on the car that left on position 2 for 5 hours; turned to 0 position and lock the car with key and no more beeping noise.

If the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-11-2013, 10:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 886
Posted By kamhoe
My car was left for a few weeks. I am thinking is...

My car was left for a few weeks. I am thinking is the problem with the battery but I'm just not sure! I will try to jump start this weekend and see.

Is the Duralast from Autozone good quality?...
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