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Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) Yesterday, 07:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 169
Posted By Zulu95
Headlights will fit as long as you change: Hood,...

Headlights will fit as long as you change: Hood, bumper, fenders, ballasts, some wiring, sundry other parts. Last time I saw the quote about 7 years ago it was about $5K for parts plus painting.
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 06-14-2013, 08:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 115
Posted By Zulu95
Check this out: ...

Check this out: http://www.xoutpost.com/articles/x5/lights/9434-halogen-xenon-conversion-bmw-x5.html
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 06-05-2013, 06:01 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 246
Posted By Zulu95
This should cover most. Enjoy! ...

This should cover most. Enjoy!

http://www.xoutpost.com/search.php?searchid=3401788
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 06-02-2013, 09:14 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 264
Posted By Zulu95
If the problem is not the blower motor then you...

If the problem is not the blower motor then you have to look at the HVAC control unit. (Head unit.)
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-31-2013, 07:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 437
Posted By Zulu95
PM sent.

PM sent.
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-26-2013, 12:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 437
Posted By Zulu95
"2. aux fan begins to spin with +12 volts across...

"2. aux fan begins to spin with +12 volts across terminals. "

Change the fan as it should spin up and keep running. They only cost $135 but the labor to drop the front bumper will bump that up....
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-21-2013, 04:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 437
Posted By Zulu95
I just got my X back today from the indy after...

I just got my X back today from the indy after having a new Aux fan installed. Old unit was doing the now it works, now it does not for the last few weeks. i ordered the replacement fan from an...
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-12-2013, 01:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 240
Posted By Zulu95
It should be written on the cap of your power...

It should be written on the cap of your power steering reservoir.
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-10-2013, 10:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 444
Posted By Zulu95
Could not remember which board I was on so try...

Could not remember which board I was on so try this:

http://blogs.cars.com/kickingtires/2011/01/keyless-entry-cars-vulnerable-to-silent-theft.html#more
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-09-2013, 11:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 207
Posted By Zulu95
Check these out: ...

Check these out:

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=FA13&mospid=47745&btnr=13_0903&hg=13&fg=15
...
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 05-07-2013, 12:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 444
Posted By Zulu95
There was info and a video about this sort of...

There was info and a video about this sort of thing posted on one of the boards within the last month. There is a "black box" available that emulates the BMW remote. You nailed the why by suggesting...
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 04-22-2013, 11:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 627
Posted By Zulu95
Year? Model? Have you tried taking it to a...

Year? Model?
Have you tried taking it to a dealer or somebody who can do the transmission software upgrade? This may be something only a dealer can do.
GL.
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 04-12-2013, 09:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 274
Posted By Zulu95
Check your battery and charging circuit.

Check your battery and charging circuit.
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 03-30-2013, 10:13 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 159
Posted By Zulu95
Also check the wiper linkage. There is a bolt...

Also check the wiper linkage. There is a bolt that comes loose.
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 03-30-2013, 06:45 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 162
Posted By Zulu95
I have read on Xoutpost of people fitting non-OEM...

I have read on Xoutpost of people fitting non-OEM sensors and the problem coming back soon after. Did you reset the SEL with a scanner?
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 03-26-2013, 11:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 404
Posted By Zulu95
Just to throw something else into the mix: If it...

Just to throw something else into the mix: If it only happens on a cold start-up then it could be the secondary air system pump failing/failed.
GL.
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 03-21-2013, 05:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 320
Posted By Zulu95
Check everything in the SA system. Start with the...

Check everything in the SA system. Start with the vacuum hoses which are the most likely to fail and cheapest to replace. The system only works on cold starts for a few minutes and uses a pump that...
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 03-12-2013, 10:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 370
Posted By Zulu95
I remember reading of this being caused by dirt...

I remember reading of this being caused by dirt in the wiper arm preventing it fully seating on the glass. You may want to try cleaning/lubing the arm pivot.
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 03-11-2013, 02:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 290
Posted By Zulu95
I'm seeing a rebuilt tranny in your future as...

I'm seeing a rebuilt tranny in your future as that seems to be how these threads end.
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 03-09-2013, 08:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 540
Posted By Zulu95
Suggest: Ignition switch. (My airbag light came...

Suggest: Ignition switch. (My airbag light came on but I could make it go away if I wiggled the key in the ignition.) Clock spring for all the wheel buttons. Rain sensor. Also check the wiring loom...
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 03-07-2013, 02:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,084
Posted By Zulu95
See if this is any help: ...

See if this is any help:

http://www.xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/x5-e53-forum/78387-cargo-area-fuse-box-diagram.html
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 03-07-2013, 01:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 546
Posted By Zulu95
Did you look below the wood trim above the MID?...

Did you look below the wood trim above the MID? We had a cassette player there in our '01.
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 03-05-2013, 02:12 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 27,655
Posted By Zulu95
"but i heard from somebody that BMW has a...

"but i heard from somebody that BMW has a lifetime transmission fluid?? "

Yep, that's right. Instead of changing the fluid they just have the mob whack you!

BMW reversed that and said it should...
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 02-26-2013, 07:58 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 314
Posted By Zulu95
I did a search at xoutpost for "tranmission...

I did a search at xoutpost for "tranmission cable". There are 5 pages of posts. This one shows the cable: http://www.xoutpost.com/showthread.php?t=70633&highlight=transmission+harness
Forum: X5 E53 (1999 - 2006) 02-15-2013, 01:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 598
Posted By Zulu95
Sell it and buy a McLaren F1. ...

Sell it and buy a McLaren F1.
http://www.fantasycars.com/McLaren_F1/mclaren_f1.html
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