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#BMWE53 #BMWX5 #BMWE53COMMONPROBLEMS
The e53 aged beautifully.
Have a 4.4i v8 2000. Never gona sell it
Looking right bake peddle
Looks very bossy still!!!👍👍👍
My man, of course you have a current video for the e53. Love it.
Life saver. Happened before but couldn’t remember what I did to get it working again. Thanks.
Thanks Doc. Super informative and helpful summary!
Question on the mirrors , what kit do you recommend , the mirror folds but i think its stripped , the drivers mirror feels loose
The prices are going up for e53s back in poland nowadays. Happy about it.
Thanks for the tip re window seals. Common thing those door handles, frame inside door breaks allow a few hours to replace. Reset airbag after. Cheers
great video. it a lot of help for me. i just got my X5 E53.
Great review and some great pointers.
Would really like to know where you bought your foldback mirror rebuild kits from. I have seen them on e Bay, but with questionable feedback, and would like to be pointed towards a reliable kit. Thanks
Brilliant video thought it sounded like Danny dyer out of the business lol but great documentary thanks bro 🙏🏼❤️
Very helpful. Very informative. Thank you for this video.
Best information 👌 I have ever came across about the beast
I’ve got a 2006 E53 3.0L petrol my son drives. Sees about 3000-4000 miles a year only. Have had major issues with the CCV and 2 years ago caused the diaphragm to freeze on a cold winter night. Ended up detonating the engine at 75k miles requiring a replacement. Found a low mileage one then had a catch can installed which I check every week in the colder months and make sure it’s clear. Also had the seat occupancy pad go bad in passenger seat. Common issue. Some were recalls, mine was not. Found a bypass module on eBay for $50 along with seatbelt bypass. Works perfectly but cannot have small child in front as the airbag will deploy regardless if in an accident. Yaw sensor went bad, steering angle sensor too. Occasional weird electrical gremlins that come and go. Purchased a good OBD2 scanner which has helped clear many things. Still love the car. My 17 year old refuses to give it up even with the piss poor fuel mileage. I’ll take it back over when he leaves for college next year and hope it lasts another few years.
Was the catch can eliminate the ccv problem? Thanks.
I also own a 2006 x5 E53 3.0L and I can said Good car
Great Video Guy, Thanks👍🏽
No problem 👍
Thank you very helpful. I had a fluid leak at the ns rear looked like transmission fluid or something similar don’t know if you can help?
Just subbed. I just got the f85 X5M man, got the Carly and came across your videos lol, now I’m scared to use it. Where do I go to get your software and instructional videos or something? Also any tips off the top of your head to either avoid doing or doing something specific for the X5M (f85) to better it and prevent issues?
Very nice. Here in Canada we don’t have the e53 in Diesel just wondering if they come in a manual gear box? And I got 2 of the 4.8is 🤓
looking to buy my first e53 now, they look so good!
Update: got my first x5 3.0i !
hi mate, how is it going? any serious issues? do you like the car?@@arshy-cars
wonder if he has loss the lock nut for the wheels, since its still attached to the lock nut on the wheel left front
Do you recommend purchasing an after market axlefor this truck? I have one and that axel was hell, I had to go to Napa and buy and OEM Axle!
Thanks so much grat insight, I am just about to buy one, Roland from good old Germany
I like guys like you. Great advice and saves us much moolah! Keep it up, mate. Also.., when I told my mate who is a BMW spare parts seller that I want to buy one of these, he said this: "Gearboxes Transfer Box’s and Diffs all are high mileage and just not worth the hassle. To get one right it’s just drama" In other words he says don't but one. I see them on AutoTrader, generally 2.5k, 150,000 miles. Wocha tink?
If you buy used and cheap then try to go for the one that might cost a few more dollars but has full service records
Could you recommend an exhaust system for my e53 X5 please (and someone to fit it as well)? Thanks!
I have E53 too. I would maybe point the splines of front driveshaft too for common point you need to do to the car at some point. But it's nice car, for my opinion the most beautiful of the X5's.
Yeah, I think I'm about to have to do the driveshaft. I'll keep fixing it though, it's worth it.
I am in Germany where is Martin is 15°C a lot of snow tracks are getting stuck I think I should consider buying an X5
Not even half way through this video and already I have identified 4 issues that I currently have with my 05 X5
very good brief. thank you
Awesome video man!!
Hi mate, I’ve got an 06 x5 and it sounds and feels like it’s brother got a boost leak or somethings a miss on the exhaust. Are they’re any common boost leaks on them?
Hi Dean, Love your channel, have you come across self levelling suspension inactive problem on X5 E53 2005? There are a lot of post about it but none have helped me, It would be great to hear what you have to say about it.
Me too
Hi there I’ve got a 2004 3.0d, no crank no start issue, changed the ignition for a cheap import part still no crank no start, changed the starter, still no crank no start, put the original ignition switch back in and it started, a week later no crank no start again, may I please ask if the ignition switch is dead will it kill all power to the starter ?
Just INHERITED x5 lemans sport ....THANK YOU FOR YOUR AMAZING VIDEOS AND KNOWLEDGE ...RESPECT TO YOU ...hope to learn here ....mechanical skills is Zero!!!! ....driver door handle issue leak ...weak handbrake ....do you recommend good mechanics and how do I get to ur garage?
What an extremely useful video, thanks SO much!! My '06 E53 X5 is having intermittent electrical issues, always the same things: Airbag and seatbelt lights on - no cruise control - no front seat heaters - wipers behave oddly - interior lighting goes off and on - headlights off and on...I assume this is a module but where is it?
And all those things fail or act strange at the same time...sometimes if you shut it off and start it they go away and everything is good, but then it'll randomly return.
Does your ignition switch perform properly 100% of the time? If yes , get the wiring schematics for your vehicle and see if some of the faulty circuits (the ones mentioned) share a common ground or bcm. Your problems seem to stem from a single source losing 12- or 12+. If you have water ingress thru roof cartridge, window or a/b/c pillars, then fault may lie in a damp harness connection. Many are under carpet and seats including rear.
Thanks for very informative video. I'm having troubles with a battery drain, narrowed it down to Fuses 14, 27, 43 and 60. Is it worth replacing GM3 (expensive) or is it something simpler ?
might not be your issue but try this simple thing - go towards your radio module and remove the tiny little fuse, usually red colour. It may not be blown but oxidated. If it looks old simply buy a new one and change it. I fixed battery drain with that on two cars already. If not then try your blower final resistor. They do not show any codes when they go out but this is a sign of them leaving this world. But as I wrote - they do not show anything until they simply stop working one day. Change is somewhat rather easy but before you order a new one get the old one out to confirm part number AND (!!!) shape of the spike field. Some are in a triangle some in other shapes and it sometimes (very rarely) does not respond to the part catalogue to the vehicles VIN code even thou it should. But such slip ups happen to other brands as well.
Fantastic video, thank you
Great videos as always. I have a e53 face-lift with self level suspension. I have converted to coil springs all round but now have error message on dash. Is there any way to permanently turn off the error message? Also rough idea of what it costs to do so. Any help greatly appreciated
yeah and its pretty expensive, depends where you live. You need car programmer he will remove that option from the computer. IF u are cheap you can put resistor into the socket in wire harness that used to read the level suspension, you need atleast good electrician than can calculate proper value and insulate it right.
This all applies to e39s too. My 2003 525d e39 has had most of those issues. Not major fixes, but annoying
Can a bad alternator and low battery can stop the transmission from change when it's hot on my BMW x5
Hi Bimmer Brother..I have 2006 E53 4.8is..lately I get this message on the radio screen "no cd"..would that be the laser reader not working or just a simply procedure to fix it like disconecting cable to cd changer?
Hi Dean, do you know where about`s the earth strap is from the engine to chassis, I have looked and cannot find unless its above the metal shield under back of engine. I have had a starter and battery but go slow cranking when starting
Great video, cheers pal🙂👍
I love all your videos man, but you could be more succinct at times (moreso at the start). Other than that, great content!
I'm in Jamaica where of course it is very hot all the time. Im not sure if the intense heat is an issue but I suspect so. I love my X5 but I have been inundated with issues. I refuse to give up but it is hard to find a mechanic with enough experience or confidence to fix my vehicle. My mechanic does the best he can but meanwhile I have spent a small fortune on parts and repair
Who's your mechanic? My cousin is a wizard with BMWs
No mention of the transmission problems or transmission fail safe?!
Hello Dr. I have a x5 50i gas engine , i need to change the fuel filter, can i buy without the fuel pump or it need to replace both? Thank you
Dam Bro that Front tire Bad man!
Great video. An issue I have found with my 06 X5 is the sunroof now won't physically open except for upward a small bit, and the shade slides back and forward in only small increments. I've tried a sunroof "reset" but no luck. Heard the sunroofs can also be common problem. Any suggestions on how to address this matter?
you have a allen key to wind it manually. mine got stuck. one or to turns and it free'd it up. works good now
Doc, do you have a video on e53 v8 oil leak locations?
Those Ingens tyres look well dodgy. Michellin don't make the Diamaris anymore and the recommended ones cost about 750 for all four corners. Getting some Toyo Proxes Sport SUV fitted this Thursday, only time will tell how good they are. Not easy finding front and backs of the same type.
Good review. Just sold my 535i f10 and bought a x5 e53 with the m54. Beast of a car. My car before was a e39 523i Owned it 13 years and put 430.000 km on it
Hi I have a 05 E53 it shudders when its between 1700 and 2200 more so when towing load. Any ideas at all its a 6speed auto I can loose the shudder by backing of the gas a bit. Any tips would help
Aren't there aftermarket door handles with a different mechanism which fix the design fault?
Hi there! Nice video! Need some advice please, my x5 2005 is getting hot air from the driver side and cold air from the passenger side... please I need some advice in what the problem could be, thanks in advance!
Mine is the other way around out the vent on auto temp
Hi,we are looking to buy a x5 2008 E70F & the car has "ENGINE OIL PRESSURE TO LOW" he's had serviced by bmw...any ideas? Cheryl from Australia.☺️
These are very good tips and I have got help. Thank you mate.
Thanks for the video. I own one of these and my biggest fear is where and most times the best replacement parts to buy if you can afford or get the original. At the moment I need door carriers. Bought the first one online, it it’s not working. Where can I get good replacements and we just sealed the engine and it’s leaking again. Which engine seal is the best to buy.
Try ecs tunning or fcpeuro
I bought mine from the dealership. Bought a cheap one before. Having to go through the agony of getting access and reversing the procedure is worth not having to repeat the process when the cheap ones break.
How much would glo plugs be ?
You miss the 4x4 actuator that fails at 100k the gears strip out and you can rebuilt it with a gear kit.
Hi I have a 630 with a load of lights that have come up on the dash. It sat for around 7 weeks and was fine before. I have recharged the battery and have crossed the neg and positive lead to wipe out ecu faults in system but fault still remains. I have checked ( all) fuses today in boot as I wanted to change cigarette fuse as I knew this blew before parking up. I have a light on the dash that is yellow with an arrow that points left and right over the roof of the car in the display but have no idea what it is are you able to advise. Im limited with knowledge on cars but like to try do what I can. It also now only will go to reverse 123 gears only seat belt restraint sign up and ABS. Many thanks
Have you had your battery actually low tested have the actual cranking amps computed? If your battery is suspect put a new one and then have all your codes cleared with a machine and then see what comes back if any because the codes were probably set while I had the low-voltage to begin with and if you haven't had them cleared then their still stored
Ive got a manual petrol one The only issues i have is the radio signal and pixels because its got a cut in the rear window sticker. I dont know how to sort it
Is there a resister on both the drivers and passenger side for the heat? On auto for temp, the left side is cold. What do I fix?
You only have one blower resistor but you'll have a blend door and another blend door
I got bmw e53 x5 3.0d My clutch padel stay to floor when press on it ...n have pull out with foot when driving what coz off prblm
The moonroof leaking is a very common problem that can lead to a very bad problem if not addressed. 4 drain tubes that drain to the four corners, but if one comes unconnected can lead to full electrical failure. My glovebox got flooded as well as the rear fuse panel in the back. Not as bad as some others where the battery compartment fills with water. Be aware!!!
My sister has a X5 I think its an 04, her dash lights are staying on after she cuts off the car and its draining her battery. She can't afford to take it to a mechanic. Can you give her some insight on what it could be? She desperately wants to get it fixed, and I am not a mechanic, but she thinks I can just "figure it out" and its not that simple and she doesn't understand that you have to know about X5's and their problems in order the pinpoint a problem...any help you can provide would be really appreciated.
Great video thanks and will use the tip on the windows. Going through the video was like a tick list :-) Have already changed two door handle mech, Handbrake always needs adjusted, have a rumble at 60 so will check balancing, have parasitic drain but heater is ok however will check out the resistor. My one thin is the Glow Plugs. I suspect that some or even all of mine may be suspect. Is there a way of testing them without removing them as I hear that can be difficult.
Did you find the parasitic drain
G plugs can be tested for function. Your blower resistor can be failing with your heater still working but typically not until you start losing some functions of your fan speed which is it primary purpose
The handles, you were on point. Many pull them straight instead of lifting up. One problem I have got is the car cranking and not starting (x5 e53 2006 3.0 d). After EWS alignment is done the car starts again only to fail after a month or so. How can this be addressed?
What’s EWS
I had the cranking problem but not starting. It was ok for a little while but then would not start at all. It turned out to be the fuel pump that needed to be replaced.
Selling mine on Gumtree now! Lots spent!, love the car..but time to go!👍
Do the E70 4.4L have fuel filter?
Any help with washer jets not working. Replaced new pump but still nothing? Please help a brother out 👍
Hi do you perchance know the part number for an e53 2005 front door handles I purchased already but the cables are too long it is a 3 litte diesel sport
Pls what is the rim size and code on this x5?
Thank you for your videos. I have an issue with my headunit, both the CD and radio doesn't turn on. The time date, fuel consumption etc work but no sound. I checked the fuse in the glove box, Fuses back of the boot, Took the battery out for 30mins, None of this fixed the issue. I then checked the BM54 radio module under the battery and its missing?? I don't have the Sat Nav edition, mine is a 2004 E53 X5 with business CD player... Can you help
use navcoder
Hey budd its your amp in the back drivers side behind the covwe 4 bolts and a couple connectors. Get the same one at a wrecker and boom . Back in biz
Hey guys , just find out my X5's E53 got a problem on the windscreen wash not working anymore , the wipes working but doesn't spread any water when pull the switch , any ideas what will be the issue ?
Hi,what about the auto gearbox problems?
Only have issues if you don’t service them👍service them at least once every 100k👍
@bmwdoctor Hi there I’ve got a 2004 3.0d, no crank no start issue, changed the ignition for a cheap import part still no crank no start, changed the starter, still no crank no start, put the original ignition switch back in and it started, a week later no crank no start again, may I please ask if the ignition switch is dead will it kill all power to the starter ?
Replace battery my friend
Cosmo Racing performance ignition coils..anybody tried these if they are worth it performance wise?..are they better than the oem coils?
Hi don't know how to message you but could you help with a e53 gearbox problem 2003?
What about the beautiful Trans FailSafe mode
Oh god don't get me started..... P0444/P0443 ... Bloody thing almost cost me 2k in my local garage when it was a simple $70 replacement
@@idontwannaidontwanna7307 what did you replace?
Blower motor not working, replaced FSU, fuses but still nada. Dont want to replace the motor.... Any tips?
My radio keeps going into bmw emergency call mode not sure can it be the module
hi im just wondering if you or anyone can give me some advice? i can buy a 2006 bmw x5 diesel on 130k on the clock, its been sitting for a year with no mot....i can buy it for £1800 but i reallymdont know anything aboutthese vehicles, does that sound a good price? or should it be less? thanks
Hi bud ,I have a 2006 X5 3.0 .I'm having a no ignition problem after it showed me Prog Tarns failure how can fix it
Surprised you haven’t mentioned the rear diff on these…major issue which has failed twice for me. Mine was a 45k mileage car
Auto gear box
Stop driving like a twat then
My X5 has been ultra-reliable... except for the door handle carriers. I've had three replaced for new ones, and now I need a 4th! It is an obvious design fault and the pins on the carriers are far too feeble for such heavy doors.
Had that problem twice after the original broke on the driver's side. Replaced it with the help of KZhead and the internet. What a pain in the rear! The first replacement broke after a year. Ordered from ebay or Amazon. Didn't sound solid from the get go. Gave up the cheap ones and bought one from the dealership. No problem since. I think i broke the airbag connector though because the airbag light won't go out.
Hey hey, whats the name of the intro song?
Hey Doc! N47 vs N47T. What's the actual difference?
Turbo nozzle adjustment? Easy ones use vacuum adjustment later ones electric I think.
6:04 how much are the hallo rings mine is out on my 5 series ?
I just bought new bulbs for mine on eBay. Cheap to replace. Got bright white LED ones.
You've nailed my E53 in a nutshell and am fixing as I speak. 1. Weak handbrake 2. Door handle broken 3. Halo light 4. Air suspension 5. Folding mirror 6. Licence plate light But the big one... "TRANS PROG FAILSAFE" mode... Thanks for your video though, always makes me feel better knowing that these are all known issues.
Me too and I have no clue on where to order these parts
@@holidaymaine9094 Try, FCP EURO,Pelican Parts
I've had most of those problems. Maybe you've seen this one. My hazard lights went on and I cant turn them off. New switch didn't help. removing the switch didn't either.
Check the listing control module located on side panel under glove box
I got one problem on my e53. I got the key changed, all good. However, none of the car keys work with the buttons. I can only do it through the lock manually. Comfort works, locking-unlocking too, all modules work too + the fuses...any tips?
The keys battery is recharged through the ignition.
I bought a LHD, 2004, X5 in germany in 2011 and brought it to my place in Spain. Sold it a year later as i felt it was a bit of a tank !! Im thinking again of buying one, a 2006 but also looking at the Lexus IS 250, can get a 2007/8, for same money as X5. I try and do most services, repairs on the car and am frightened the Lexus might be more complicated. What do u think ??
Hi, we have self level inactive on suspension and is high on both sides, any ideas?
Had same problem..look at fuses in rear trunk..
thoughts on the 4.8is?
I own one I love it
@Rudy R what problems have you come across with the v8 variant!?
Great sound 😊
Usually not door handle brakes but inside that silumin frame brokes.
How to fix dashboard dead pixels problem on 2003 x5?
Also if u get no crank no start check the fuse hidden above the fuse box. In the glovebox . I Got a switch for mine and it wasn’t the switch!
Hi can you give me a pointer please? I bought a 2005 yesterday and the test drive was fine but when I got it on the motorway it won't go over 70mph, if I floor it it just seems to run into a limiter. I'm not having a lot of luck with cars at the moment. Have you ever come across anything like this? Cheers Martin
If the vehicles not in a failsafe mode then I would suspect you're being Limited air intake or exhaust discharge or most likely a drop in fuel pressure. If you were to step on it from 20 miles an hour will it pull strong all the way up to 70? Make sure you don't have a air filter too clogged up or some other hindrance and that put your hand over the tailpipe make sure you got Bellow sound at the end there without sounding restricted and then you can take the next step of putting a pressure gauge on the rail line turn the key over make sure it pops up to about 60 and then do it a couple more times
My e53 was leaking water in the rear right corner and all over the fuse panel. After a good investigation i found out that it was leaking in to a crack in the body panel where the rear side panel is joined with the rest..
I thought I was the only one who noticed how the door handles open everyone always has a tough time opening the door handles and I always have to tell them