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Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 09-02-2016, 04:12 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 149,222
Posted By jdsilvaca
No recall that I know of. Since these...

No recall that I know of. Since these transmissions made it though the warranty period, they wouldn't need to issue a recall.

I have an extra transmission for sale. The one I have for sale, has...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-22-2016, 12:52 AM
Replies: 215
Views: 149,222
Posted By jdsilvaca
Thank you! I think I have the right part number...

Thank you! I think I have the right part number now.

Jason
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-22-2016, 12:52 AM
Replies: 215
Views: 149,222
Posted By jdsilvaca
Yes, I have the numbers off of both used...

Yes, I have the numbers off of both used transmissions I bought. I did not know about the difference between gas and diesel. Thank you.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-21-2016, 01:47 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 149,222
Posted By jdsilvaca
I bought a used 5L40-E from a 2003 X5 and it has...

I bought a used 5L40-E from a 2003 X5 and it has the fill plug and the linkage connection on the passenger side of the transmission, where as mine, a 2002 has it all on the driver side. Whoops.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-21-2016, 01:33 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 149,222
Posted By jdsilvaca
Does anyone have the part number for the wire...

Does anyone have the part number for the wire harness for the 5L40-E ? I can't seem to find one online. The plug for the TCC on mine is broken. My 2002 X5 3.0 has just over 200,000 miles. Revers is...
Forum: X5 (E70) Forum 03-03-2016, 06:35 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 90,896
Posted By jdsilvaca
I have a 2002 X5 3.0 with the "lovely" GM...

I have a 2002 X5 3.0 with the "lovely" GM transmission, that was made in France. My X5 has just a bit over 200K miles. Reverse barely works, and top gear is gone. I changed my fluid every 50,000...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-09-2013, 03:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,569
Posted By jdsilvaca
I might give them a call. Thanks for the feedback.

I might give them a call. Thanks for the feedback.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-09-2013, 03:14 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 149,222
Posted By jdsilvaca
I have a 2002 X5 3.0 with the GM "Built in...

I have a 2002 X5 3.0 with the GM "Built in France" Transmission. Mileage is just about 176,000. I do service my transmission at 50,000 mile intervals. I use the Pentosin ATF fluid. My transmission...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-04-2012, 01:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,301
Posted By jdsilvaca
My local BMW dealer wants $170.62 for the oil...

My local BMW dealer wants $170.62 for the oil level sensor. Hella makes it, as well as Meyle. The Meyle is $60, the Hella is about $93. Standard Ignition also makes it. L26001 I cant find a price for...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 08-04-2012, 01:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,301
Posted By jdsilvaca
Yep, very easy to do. My oil light just stopped...

Yep, very easy to do. My oil light just stopped coming on, so I would check my oil every time I gas up. I think the sensor was around $60. I thought that if the sensor failed, the check oil level...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-28-2012, 01:12 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 31,874
Posted By jdsilvaca
That's awesome. We have a 2002 X5 3.0 automatic...

That's awesome. We have a 2002 X5 3.0 automatic and average about 25mpg on our trips from southern california to Napa CA.

cheers
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 07-10-2012, 12:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,301
Posted By jdsilvaca
Engine Oil Level Sensor 2002 X5 3.0

Has anyone had their oil level sensor fail? My light does not come on at all anymore. No warning light, no error light, no check engine light. Luckily I do check my oil. Got back from a 600 mile...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-07-2012, 03:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,322
Posted By jdsilvaca
Yep, the hard part was getting the bottom Alt...

Yep, the hard part was getting the bottom Alt bolt back in. Job took about 4 hours. No special tools. I did cut a 16mm deep socket in half to deal with the belt tensioner, so that I would not have to...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 02-20-2012, 02:19 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,027
Posted By jdsilvaca
I will be replacing the oil filter housing gasket...

I will be replacing the oil filter housing gasket on my 2002 X5 3.0 this weekend. This seems to be a fairly common oil leak on these as they get older. The gasket is under 10 dollars. Anyone else...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 11-19-2011, 08:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,258
Posted By jdsilvaca
I don't think you have a head gasket issue. It's...

I don't think you have a head gasket issue. It's most likely the spark plug tube seals. You can get a new valve cover gasket witht the spark plug tube seals from Pelican Parts online. Here is the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-26-2011, 12:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,521
Posted By jdsilvaca
I will work on a DIY, I didn't have time to stop...

I will work on a DIY, I didn't have time to stop and take pictures last night, time was not on my side. Job was completed. Those torx bolts on the inside of the hub were a real pain to get out. They...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-25-2011, 08:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,521
Posted By jdsilvaca
Cool, thanks for the feedback. I do have a lift...

Cool, thanks for the feedback. I do have a lift and a press at my disposal, so that should help. I hope that my hub is ok, and only the bearing needs to be replaced. Will find out tonight.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-25-2011, 01:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,521
Posted By jdsilvaca
2002 X5 Rear wheel bearing R&R

Has anyone replaced their rear wheel bearing? I haven't found any threads on here yet. If so, please let me know. I am going to attempt this job tonight. My left rear wheel bearing is bad. I have...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-25-2011, 01:00 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,003
Posted By jdsilvaca
My boss bought a new ISF too, and it's nice to...

My boss bought a new ISF too, and it's nice to know that the M3 kicked its ass all over the track.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 05-20-2011, 07:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,910
Posted By jdsilvaca
I'm sure you got an answer to this already. What...

I'm sure you got an answer to this already. What did you find out? There is a vibration in my driveline, and I am pretty sure it's from the driveshaft. It must be a driveshaft center support or the...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-19-2010, 11:14 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,399
Posted By jdsilvaca
You will need a set of winter tires. I picked up...

You will need a set of winter tires. I picked up an extra set of wheels for our X5 so that I can just swap them out around November. If CO has chain control like they do here in California, be sure...
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 06-19-2010, 11:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,040
Posted By jdsilvaca
Those plugs are junk. Stick with the NGK, that's...

Those plugs are junk. Stick with the NGK, that's what BMW put in them.
Forum: X5 (E53) Forum 04-21-2010, 11:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,990
Posted By jdsilvaca
I use Pentosin Synthetic ATF Fluid for the...

I use Pentosin Synthetic ATF Fluid for the transfer case and my transmission. I have a 2002 X5 3.0i I try to change the fluids every 30,000 miles. I will take some pics of the fill and drain plugs...
Forum: X3 (E83) Forum 04-19-2010, 07:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,335
Posted By jdsilvaca
I have a 2002 X5 3.0 with auto trans. I use the...

I have a 2002 X5 3.0 with auto trans. I use the Pentosin ATF Synthetic Trans fluid only. I have had no problems with my transmission. I did the first service at 100K miles. I should have done it...
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