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by octet
Sun Nov 05, 2017 12:18 pm
Forum: Problems (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: BMW X5 E53 2005 4.4 DME Combustion error - rough idling
Replies: 10
Views: 3160

Re: BMW X5 E53 2005 4.4 DME Combustion error - rough idling

[quote="kkx5"]
As i said, valvetronic.
[/quote]

What are the parts required to be replaced from here?

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/showpar ... Id=11_3606
by octet
Sat Oct 28, 2017 4:19 pm
Forum: Problems (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: BMW X5 E53 2005 4.4 DME Combustion error - rough idling
Replies: 10
Views: 3160

Re: BMW X5 E53 2005 4.4 DME Combustion error - rough idling

So today I've deleted all the errors and started the car again, reading all the errors in ISTA+

Here's a video with the error and the engine strangely sounding very bad on the driver side alone, like there's no oil. Oil level is fine.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MIdSOukyO3o
by octet
Fri Oct 20, 2017 10:43 am
Forum: Problems (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: BMW X5 E53 2005 4.4 DME Combustion error - rough idling
Replies: 10
Views: 3160

Re: BMW X5 E53 2005 4.4 DME Combustion error - rough idling

[quote="kkx5"]
Valvetronic? Unplug airflow meter plug and see if still does it.
[/quote]

Just tried, no luck, same symptoms.
by octet
Fri Oct 20, 2017 12:08 am
Forum: Problems (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: BMW X5 E53 2005 4.4 DME Combustion error - rough idling
Replies: 10
Views: 3160

Re: BMW X5 E53 2005 4.4 DME Combustion error - rough idling

I'll try in the morning and update you here, thanks!

Anyone has any suggestions about cats or HFC, where can I get these online?
by octet
Wed Oct 18, 2017 1:29 pm
Forum: Problems (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: BMW X5 E53 2005 4.4 DME Combustion error - rough idling
Replies: 10
Views: 3160

BMW X5 E53 2005 4.4 DME Combustion error - rough idling

Hi guys,

Been having problems with the X5 lately. It's running rough from the start and EML comes on flashing. iDiag shows "DME: Combustion" error, with codes: 29CC, 29CE, 29CD, 29DO, 29CF, 29D3 29D4, 29D2, 29D1.

http://seology.com/shots2/2017-10-18_13-20-29.jpeg

What I've done so far:

1 ...
by octet
Sun Jun 18, 2017 9:23 am
Forum: Problems (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: X5 4.4i 2005 - new or recon engine needed
Replies: 24
Views: 8241

Re: X5 4.4i 2005 - new or recon engine needed

Engine still running fine, over 1 year now. :)

I now have some random not starting problems. I've replaced the batteries in the keys. INPA and iDiag sometime show DME and EWS not in synch: "EWS preventing manipulation". If I leave the car for a few minutes or hours it starts fine.

I'm considering ...
by octet
Mon Jan 16, 2017 1:56 am
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: New Alternator needed :(
Replies: 21
Views: 5094

Re: New Alternator needed :(

In the same situation, will be ordering a new alternator on eBay and try doing the job myself on the driveway. Any tips from when your mechanic did it?  :'(
by octet
Wed Jun 01, 2016 9:58 am
Forum: Problems (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: Rear camber
Replies: 8
Views: 3741

Re: Rear camber

How about this kit, should cover everything important on the rear?

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/121869623730
by octet
Fri May 27, 2016 9:10 am
Forum: Problems (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: Rear camber
Replies: 8
Views: 3741

Re: Rear camber

Have the same problem with the rear camber  :'(

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Anyone can post some links to the required bushes that need changing please?
by octet
Thu May 26, 2016 9:27 am
Forum: Problems (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: E53 X5 4.4i Self level inact - PROBLEM SORTED
Replies: 1
Views: 1229

Re: E53 X5 4.4i Self level inact - PROBLEM SORTED

As promised, some pics:

Faulty unit error shown by iDiag:

http://seology.com/shots2/2016-05-26_09-11-33.jpeg

Rear left sensor dead, airbag deflated as it was blown:

http://seology.com/shots2/2016-05-26_09-13-50.jpeg

Old rear left sensor:

http://seology.com/shots2/2016-05-26_09-15-04.jpeg ...
by octet
Wed May 25, 2016 1:21 pm
Forum: Problems (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: X5 4.4i 2005 - new or recon engine needed
Replies: 24
Views: 8241

Re: X5 4.4i 2005 - new or recon engine needed

Picked up the car few weeks ago, all working perfectly fine, no more engine rattling, no more high oil consumption, done about 300 miles so far.

I'll be changing oil and filter at 600 miles, again in another 1000 miles and again in another 1000 miles. Then I can revert to normal.

6 month warranty ...
by octet
Wed May 25, 2016 1:18 pm
Forum: Problems (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: E53 X5 4.4i Self level inact - PROBLEM SORTED
Replies: 1
Views: 1229

E53 X5 4.4i Self level inact - PROBLEM SORTED

Hi guys,

Ran into the above problem last week and I finally sorted the car today, so I thought I'd share it here in case anyone else finds it useful.

Symptoms:
• SELF LEVEL INACT message on dashboard - intermittent
• Rear suspension collapsed

Diagnostic:
• used iDiag from X431 / CNLaunch to ...
by octet
Fri May 06, 2016 8:26 am
Forum: Problems (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: X5 4.4i 2005 - new or recon engine needed
Replies: 24
Views: 8241

Re: X5 4.4i 2005 - new or recon engine needed

More updates, engine cracked open last week and we found the damage: 1 piston cracked, 2 pistons on the same side worn / coating scratched, 1 liner scored.

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160506/a8b7c1d18d649e8cfaa9831567030881.jpg

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160506 ...