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- Sun May 19, 2024 11:34 am
- Forum: Forum Discussion
- Topic: Monitor/screen upgrade
- Replies: 5
- Views: 333
Monitor/screen upgrade
Thanks. A quick perusal seems to suggest an AUX connection is required
- Fri May 17, 2024 3:53 pm
- Forum: Forum Discussion
- Topic: Monitor/screen upgrade
- Replies: 5
- Views: 333
Monitor/screen upgrade
Hit a problem now, just on the verge of buying, asked about whether it would need plugging into the AUX socket. Short answer yes. I don't fancy the extra labour or trim removal for that. More contemplation required.
- Fri May 17, 2024 7:36 am
- Forum: Forum Discussion
- Topic: Monitor/screen upgrade
- Replies: 5
- Views: 333
Monitor/screen upgrade
I have flirted with the idea of these for some time now. Last time i delved into it, they were all getting on for a four figure cost, which stopped me jumping in. Now though, prices have softened considerably. But also, with the passage of time, there is now a 12" screen option. This, though, s...
- Tue May 14, 2024 9:41 am
- Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
- Topic: No check engine light on E53 3.0d
- Replies: 35
- Views: 920
No check engine light on E53 3.0d
They may want to access the rears, the disc has a drum inside the hub area for the parking brake.
- Tue May 14, 2024 8:37 am
- Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
- Topic: No check engine light on E53 3.0d
- Replies: 35
- Views: 920
No check engine light on E53 3.0d
This is a shocking story. If the original facility doesn't offer to help with your wasted expenses, i think I'd be visiting my local CAB or just dive into a small claims process.
- Mon May 13, 2024 3:08 pm
- Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
- Topic: No check engine light on E53 3.0d
- Replies: 35
- Views: 920
No check engine light on E53 3.0d
Adding value is a well deployed tactic at my ex main dealer. I think my next maintenance visit will be to a specialist.
- Sun May 12, 2024 5:30 pm
- Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
- Topic: No check engine light on E53 3.0d
- Replies: 35
- Views: 920
No check engine light on E53 3.0d
MOT centre selects the wrong vehicle to test for the DVLA, really?
- Sun May 12, 2024 1:02 pm
- Forum: Forum Discussion
- Topic: Would i compromise anyhing if.........
- Replies: 4
- Views: 162
Would i compromise anyhing if.........
Aside from the frame that holds the foglamp which predominates the space, i do recall noticing the arch liner on the passenger side.. i think the M50d additional rad is that side? I dont feel inclined to pull these out again unless it was to swap them. Maybe i should just leave them "as is"...
- Sun May 12, 2024 10:41 am
- Forum: Forum Discussion
- Topic: Would i compromise anyhing if.........
- Replies: 4
- Views: 162
Would i compromise anyhing if.........
The only thing behind the closed trims is obviously the foglights access, and in my case the CANbus adapters for the LED bulbs.
As pattern parts, they're not expensive, i think I'll have a punt for some.
As pattern parts, they're not expensive, i think I'll have a punt for some.
- Sun May 12, 2024 9:18 am
- Forum: Forum Discussion
- Topic: Would i compromise anyhing if.........
- Replies: 4
- Views: 162
Would i compromise anyhing if.........
I swapped the solid fog light vents to the open mesh type, principally designed for hotter climate usage? I think the M50d has these for radiator cooling.
Obviously more water will get through them, but i can't imagine that would generate any issues?
Obviously more water will get through them, but i can't imagine that would generate any issues?
- Thu May 09, 2024 9:33 am
- Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
- Topic: Advice on engine failure..
- Replies: 5
- Views: 225
Advice on engine failure..
I dont think I'd be driving it anywhere. Surely, for the dealers' own sake, it should be transported away, preferably back to them for a refund.
If you drive it and the enging lets go, it has the potential to become a whole world of pain about liability.
If you drive it and the enging lets go, it has the potential to become a whole world of pain about liability.
- Thu May 09, 2024 9:27 am
- Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
- Topic: E53 power folding mirrors.. a bit of help required
- Replies: 6
- Views: 232
E53 power folding mirrors.. a bit of help required
Its a long time since i delved into these but once troublesome, they become a significant pita. Best way to establish if the large connecter is/isnt for a puddle light is check the lens /bulb in the lower edge of the casing and trace the wiring back. Also check if there's illumination from the mirro...
- Wed May 01, 2024 8:12 am
- Forum: New members section
- Topic: Hello Everyone!
- Replies: 6
- Views: 842
Hello Everyone!
We like visitors, better still if they stay and become part of the 'team'.
- Wed May 01, 2024 7:33 am
- Forum: Forum Discussion
- Topic: LED bulbs in the fog/cornering lights
- Replies: 6
- Views: 989
LED bulbs in the fog/cornering lights
davidclarks wrote: ↑Wed May 01, 2024 7:05 am Philips CANbus adapter resolved bulb out warning issue. The new adapter seems to be more advanced and works in any configuration.
Good morning 'bot'.
- Tue Apr 30, 2024 7:10 pm
- Forum: Forum Discussion
- Topic: LED bulbs in the fog/cornering lights
- Replies: 6
- Views: 989
LED bulbs in the fog/cornering lights
For the possible benefit of others? Having undertaken this 'mod' i was mindful that the car still pinged a bulb out warning on start-up, though self extinguished shortly after. It also pinged on engine switch off. I queried this with Philips 'Lumileds' and they sent me completely FOC what i assume i...