So you scan E39 sections and use the DIYs for your E53?
That is smart because there is so much more "traffic" and DIYs in the E39 forum!

Exactly! Your DIY is what helped get my wheel bearings done last year, as well as the threads on the Bosch 5.7 ABS module (mine is due to get sent in the BBA Reman for a rebuild) and the rear ball joint and other suspension DIY's. you guys have a great group over there and all very helpful postings,

@anthonytexas,

All 21 items on your laundry list: most of those DIYs are over the E39 forum if you want to get your hands dirty. But seriously, people need to take initiative to learn how to DIY, or learn how make a lot of $ lol...

The E53 M54 engine is almost the same as the E39 M54 setup. A lot of similarities...

Hey thanks for the info. Will definitely look at it now for some of my DIYs. I'm still laughing at my door handle incidents. Two years into ownership and the door handle falls off. LOL. Should have known I was gonna be in for a wild ride.

The E53 X5 is a fine car but this forum lacks some DIYs.
So for the DIYs, look into bimmerfest E39 forum, tons of DIYs, from cooling overhaul to OFH gasket etc.

I am in the process of bringing my X5 3.0i back to "Stage Zero" and will be writing some DIYs, stay tuned.

Don't worry, as long as you are willing to get your hands dirty, you are ahead of people who fix cars wearing Tuxedo...