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Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-13-2013, 02:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 141
Posted By acoste
I have the tools mentioned for 2 weeks. I live in...

I have the tools mentioned for 2 weeks. I live in Santa Clara, Ca. Whoever is interested can borrow it during this time. Private message, please.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-07-2013, 10:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 141
Posted By acoste
M52 timing tools needed for vanos, SF bay area

Hi All,

can anyone loan me the timing tools needed for the vanos seals on the M52 engine?

I could buy it for $110 or rent it for ~$50. If you are thinking to do the single vanos seals nearby,...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-25-2013, 08:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 141
Posted By acoste
Hi, this ignition switch thing is quite strange....

Hi, this ignition switch thing is quite strange. The key pull back from start position to ignition is mechanical (at least on my model which doesn't have automatic start feature). So I would guess...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-16-2013, 10:12 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 632
Posted By acoste
Driving in the city stresses the cooling system a...

Driving in the city stresses the cooling system a lot more than highway trips. The radiator cools down on the highway and the fan clutch isn't engaged either.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-15-2013, 08:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 632
Posted By acoste
I do :-) 172k miles on original radiator, exp...

I do :-)
172k miles on original radiator, exp tank, fan & clutch

actually I'm scared to replace the exp tank because I have heard new tanks failing. My engine mounts are new so I don't have extra...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-13-2013, 12:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 352
Posted By acoste
There are some actuators around the steering...

There are some actuators around the steering wheel column, for example the fresh air/recirculated air flap motor, ventilation flap actuator. Or it could be any actuator in the HVAC driver side since...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 02-20-2013, 08:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 271
Posted By acoste
check the fuse 15 long description: ...

check the fuse 15

long description:
http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?t=585687
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 02-13-2013, 11:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 262
Posted By acoste
These are quite independent issues. Except that...

These are quite independent issues. Except that both modules share power from ignition switch and the constant 12 V from battery.

The seat belt switch is monitored by the LCM (and the airbag...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 02-13-2013, 09:07 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 918
Posted By acoste
Hi Superwahscycle, actually this is not a...

Hi Superwahscycle,
actually this is not a surprise. I didn't understand how it became straight just by alignment since you had had a pull to the side with the hands off.

go through rdl's previous...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 02-13-2013, 10:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 450
Posted By acoste
Hi, it is safer to jump start an other car...

Hi,

it is safer to jump start an other car using the jump start terminal in the engine compartment than using the battery terminals in the trunk. However it is less efficient.

The cable that...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 02-11-2013, 10:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 713
Posted By acoste
Hi Scott, this is an air cooled alternator,...

Hi Scott,

this is an air cooled alternator, isn't it? Make sure the cooling is sufficient, the air duct to the alternator is clean. This is the most suspicions thing for me.
All the consumers are...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 02-10-2013, 11:24 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 918
Posted By acoste
Having so many alignments at different shops with...

Having so many alignments at different shops with the same outcome makes me believe that the culprit is not the Firestone team.

Making the assumption that the alignment on the bench is perfect I...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 02-09-2013, 09:17 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 918
Posted By acoste
read my post again, I didn't say it is for...

read my post again, I didn't say it is for checking the alignment, nor did I say if it goes straight the alignment is o.k. What I said is about making a difference between "the steering wheel was not...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 02-09-2013, 07:55 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 918
Posted By acoste
Hi superwashcycle, if the steering wheel is...

Hi superwashcycle,
if the steering wheel is not centered during wheel alignment, the car will still go straight without touching the steering wheel which will be off by some degree.
Compare this...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 02-09-2013, 06:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 310
Posted By acoste
Not the fuel pump. It would turn over but...

Not the fuel pump. It would turn over but wouldn't start with a bad fuel pump.
Charge the battery first. If no success, measure if the starter receives the enable signal.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 02-08-2013, 02:20 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 918
Posted By acoste
I don't think so. Mine is 170k and has no play. I...

I don't think so. Mine is 170k and has no play. I guess such a minor accident won't cause any bearing damage.
First thing of the suspension parts that bends is the tie rod. But even if it's bent a...
Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 02-08-2013, 01:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 626
Posted By acoste
When you pull the handle from inside, it "pushes...

When you pull the handle from inside, it "pushes a switch" which is located on the drivers lock driver. This switch is wired to the drivers door module. It used to be a regular switch on E39 but on...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 02-08-2013, 10:41 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 899
Posted By acoste
So you might have the engine variant where the...

So you might have the engine variant where the coolant temperature signal is read on the CAN bus by the instrument cluster.
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 02-08-2013, 10:36 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 899
Posted By acoste
Coolant temperature display Since 5/97 an...

Coolant temperature display

Since 5/97 an instrument cluster has been phased-in which features the plugged-on instrument cluster electronics (IKE) integrated in the display unit (AE). This...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 02-07-2013, 05:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 214
Posted By acoste
The key is not recognized. The process of...

The key is not recognized.

The process of identification of the key and the start up
- the transponder in the key will be powered by a ring-antenna and sends back the data of the key to the EWS...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 02-07-2013, 05:41 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 918
Posted By acoste
I have checked your previous thread. I'm not...

I have checked your previous thread. I'm not expert just thinking out loud.
Let's assume the alignment is perfect and the suspension parts are o.k. What could cause the car to pull right?

brakes?...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 02-07-2013, 12:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 527
Posted By acoste
Depends what's leaking now. Just...

Depends what's leaking now.



Just because you didn't replace something won't cause other parts to fail. But when removing and installing the coolant hoses from/onto plastic parts will stress...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 02-06-2013, 04:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 223
Posted By acoste
you are not alone ...

you are not alone
http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?t=554026&highlight=60mph

try searching for "60mph" in the forum

how about the secondary throttle valve? that is related to the...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 02-05-2013, 12:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 482
Posted By acoste
If this is issue is limited to the instrument...

If this is issue is limited to the instrument cluster only then something in the instrument cluster went wrong, however if you see the same failure all around (like the lighting of the drivers door...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 02-02-2013, 08:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 388
Posted By acoste
I just put US spec celis tail lights off of a...

I just put US spec celis tail lights off of a 2003 525i onto my '98 528i and I'm sharing my experience here.

What I have bought:
The celis tail lights from ebay
2 wire adapter from...
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