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by dirtbiker3
Sun Sep 01, 2013 5:15 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: BMW C110 Scanner or V1.4.0 Scanner?
Replies: 4
Views: 3580

BMW C110 Scanner or V1.4.0 Scanner?

Just wanted to get some ideas about the C110 or V1.4.0 scanner tools available for the BMW.

I want to be able to diagnose / clear fault codes, adjust some settings such as TV in motion - usual bits, live data feed etc.

Considering both units, just not sure which one would be better suited for my ...
by dirtbiker3
Tue Aug 06, 2013 7:31 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: ZF 6HP-26X what transmission fluid?
Replies: 1
Views: 2072

ZF 6HP-26X what transmission fluid?

I plan on replacing my gearbox fluid and filter very soon and have been looking at the options for fluids. The code on my sump was 83220142516. My transmission unit is the ZF 6HP-26X (metal sump) and according to the ZF website, the tank capacity is 9.4 +/- 0.5 litre. It recommends only using ZF ...
by dirtbiker3
Tue Aug 06, 2013 3:18 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: Anyone got a Scanner / Diagnostic handy in NR31 Norfolk.......
Replies: 2
Views: 979

Anyone got a Scanner / Diagnostic handy in NR31 Norfolk.......

Hi all, I am in the process of doing a gearbox oil and filter change on my X5 and liked the idea of having the scanner plugged in to monitor the live data feed to check oil temp.

Also I have a few faulty PDC sensors

So, if anyone is local to NR31 Norfolk, Suffolk border, it would be very much ...
by dirtbiker3
Mon Aug 05, 2013 4:58 pm
Forum: Problems (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: Rear Suspension Components Torque Settings
Replies: 1
Views: 1215

Rear Suspension Components Torque Settings

I have recently replaced my rear subframe bushes all round and next on my to do list is the rear ball joints along with the link rods, front and back upper rear control arms and the tie rods. The question I have is, does anyone know the torque values of the nuts?

Also, what are peoples thoughts on ...
by dirtbiker3
Mon Jul 29, 2013 7:40 pm
Forum: How-To
Topic: Rear Ball Joint Replacement (The squeak)
Replies: 2
Views: 4775

Re: Rear Ball Joint Replacement (The squeak)

I too plan to fit a whole rear suspension kit including the rear sub frame bushes as mine are in bits......

Did you replace the nuts / bolts or re-use the old ones? Can you recall any torque settings? Where did you source the lower ball joint removal tool?

Has anyone got a sub frame bush removal ...