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Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-11-2013, 05:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 221
Posted By flyace20
Next time it happens to me on the freeway I will...

Next time it happens to me on the freeway I will test the theory by shutting off the Ac and allowing it to defrost. Then turn back on again in a few minutes, if it blows cold after this then it may...
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-07-2013, 03:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 382
Posted By flyace20
I would have a camera set up and leave some fake...

I would have a camera set up and leave some fake jewellery or something like that in the car. Then when you have them on camera you can have them charged. tricky
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-06-2013, 10:51 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 122
Posted By flyace20
I have the same problem. There is a small metal...

I have the same problem. There is a small metal part inside the door that is broken on mine. It only needs to be changed. You may have the same problem. I can post a picture of it when I fix mine....
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-06-2013, 02:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 221
Posted By flyace20
I read a post on this forum about driving the car...

I read a post on this forum about driving the car on open road and the system freezing up and not cooling.
Go to this thread, maybe you have the same problem....
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-06-2013, 02:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 210
Posted By flyace20
Test it out! Find a clear area like an empty...

Test it out!
Find a clear area like an empty parking lot. Drive at a slow speed and see if you can lock up the wheels...
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-06-2013, 01:56 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,473
Posted By flyace20
But isn't that at the low end of values? I just...

But isn't that at the low end of values? I just had a look at carsales and it seems your car isn't valued more than any other X5 of same year and mileage.
I don't understand because you tout having...
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-04-2013, 11:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,892
Posted By flyace20
I got two bottles of the blue BMW coolant. The...

I got two bottles of the blue BMW coolant. The parts guy said its enough to change the V8, just has to be mixed with distilled water. It wasn't really much more expensive than other good coolants....
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-04-2013, 04:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,892
Posted By flyace20
Just a code reading tool which comes with a...

Just a code reading tool which comes with a booklet. I got the R5/FCX-3-16, seems to work pretty good.

http://www.peakeresearch.com/fcx3.htm
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-04-2013, 02:46 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,099
Posted By flyace20
still not back from vac....nice

still not back from vac....nice
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-04-2013, 02:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,765
Posted By flyace20
oh go on... I'll do those miles in two years. You...

oh go on... I'll do those miles in two years. You sayin thats all a car is good for? Two years:yikes:
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-04-2013, 01:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,892
Posted By flyace20
I got myself a diagnostic tool for less than $200...

I got myself a diagnostic tool for less than $200 so I can diagnose and fix myself. But I thought that even if you can't fix yourself, you can find out what the problem is before you take it to...
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-04-2013, 12:56 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,473
Posted By flyace20
You raise an interesting point. Does...

You raise an interesting point.

Does someone that heavily promotes servicing at authorised dealer only, have an interest at some dealership?
Hmmm, I don't know, you be the judge :thumbdwn:
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-04-2013, 12:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 171
Posted By flyace20
hammer :mad::mad::mad:

hammer :mad::mad::mad:
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-04-2013, 12:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 171
Posted By flyace20
Also BMW has some special drain plug thats...

Also BMW has some special drain plug thats neither metric nor standard, and it also had hex key hole in the center. Needless to say I used a hammer to get my socket on, destroyed the plug and I'm...
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-04-2013, 12:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 171
Posted By flyace20
I was preparing myself for an oil and coolant...

I was preparing myself for an oil and coolant change myself. Read through the procedures in Bentley manual. Went to BMW dealer in town, got BMW coolant, enough for V8, got new washer for replacing...
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-03-2013, 11:21 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,473
Posted By flyace20
My previous post refers to this

My previous post refers to this
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-03-2013, 11:10 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,473
Posted By flyace20
Well said. I am of similar doctrine. I will only...

Well said. I am of similar doctrine. I will only add that you know exactly whats been done when you do it yourself and as a result you know and understand your car better, not to mention I know darn...
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-03-2013, 10:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 375
Posted By flyace20
Sounds good. I checked out the ebay page you...

Sounds good. I checked out the ebay page you posted, looks like a reputable seller. I'm glad you found a solution for us all. This might be my next project in spare time.
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-01-2013, 12:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 496
Posted By flyace20
You can do that!!! What are the advantages of...

You can do that!!! What are the advantages of software update?:dunno:
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-01-2013, 12:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 162
Posted By flyace20
Sounds like a safe buyer. I replied to your...

Sounds like a safe buyer.
I replied to your other thread, hope it helps.
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-01-2013, 12:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 206
Posted By flyace20
I will add that when you specify which vehicle...

I will add that when you specify which vehicle you have at the beginning of the search at realoem.com you do enter that it is european and right hand drive. from then on I believe you just choose...
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-01-2013, 12:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 206
Posted By flyace20
Yes the bentley manual. Its the window lifter...

Yes the bentley manual.
Its the window lifter without motor, front left. that I replaced. Thats how you would know which one it is at realoem.com they don't call it driver side or passenger side...
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 04-30-2013, 11:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 162
Posted By flyace20
I'd make sure they have a refund policy and lots...

I'd make sure they have a refund policy and lots of positive feedback
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 04-30-2013, 01:22 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 194
Posted By flyace20
You only need to jack it off....oops I mean jack...

You only need to jack it off....oops I mean jack it up if you need to get underneath the car. I can fit under and reach the oil drain plug so I don't have to put it up on jacks.
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 04-30-2013, 01:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,476
Posted By flyace20
I have exactly the same problem with my 2002 X5...

I have exactly the same problem with my 2002 X5 4.4. Highway driving only. Can the freezing line cause damage do you think? A frozen line can build up a lot of pressure and blow out.
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