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Комментарии • 194

  • @NathansBMWWorkshop
    @NathansBMWWorkshop  7 лет назад +13

    Hello everyone do not forget to check out the links in the description for m62 and m62tu parts on amazon, thanks again for watching.

    • @BlackOdds
      @BlackOdds 5 лет назад

      Nathan's BMW Workshop hey great video I’m really considering buying one of these. It’s a 2002 and I’m wondering if it would be a good day to day vehicle for work to home. You kinda skimmed over the water pump section, what’s the best way to check if the water pump is good without actually getting inside?

    • @johndaniel3474
      @johndaniel3474 4 года назад

      @@BlackOdds you can see if it's leaking from the valley and you can kinda see what shape it's in the thermostat is a big problem see how long it takes to warm up

  • @MauofMiami
    @MauofMiami 6 лет назад +40

    I have an X5 from 2005 I am the original owner with 200,700 miles on it and my engine bait does nothing look neglected like that one the car actually looks like it came out of the dealer and not one pixel is missing on the instrument panel holy crap that X5 that you showing the video is a complete shit box. Sorry for my comment but my engine is extremely well taken care of and I even offRoad this vehicle of mine. The only issue that I have had with my vehicle is engine seals and that is typical with BMW and I have been replacing them during the life of the vehicle. And yes I have the V8 4.4

    • @DB-pb9rm
      @DB-pb9rm 4 года назад

      Hello. I know this is an old comment but I'm considering buying an 05 x5 4.4 with close to 140k miles. Supposedly dealer serviced and looks clean but I'm just not sure what to expect. I only plan to drive it 7000 miles a year. Any chance its a decent deal for $3500?

    • @chorisoda6977
      @chorisoda6977 4 года назад

      Dave B I have an offer on a 06’ 4.4 l X5 also for 2,500, interior is mint and looks very well kept and babied. Owner said it smokes a little on start up so I’m hoping I only have to fix the valve gasket cover

    • @Motoicon
      @Motoicon 4 года назад +1

      @@DB-pb9rm Hard to say but probably if its been maintained. If it by chance has service records, then snag it. I have one and love it-Have no issues in 5 years of ownership. I also have an xterra and that thing will never die. But its no fun to drive...lol...Either way, you roll the dice with a used vehicle...

    • @cthis4786
      @cthis4786 4 года назад

      Depends if you're Florida or in Canada. Here in Canada, more issues with the car due to the cold winters we get. Hoses, gaskets, and electronics failing not because the car is unreliable, but the weather freezes these things.

    • @cthis4786
      @cthis4786 4 года назад

      @@chorisoda6977 that's the CCV and hoses going bad. I had it replaced for the first time on my 4.4i after 200K km's, so it lasted 200K kms. I also had the valve cover gaskets replaced as well, because the bad CCV caused my fairly new gaskets to leak oil. Get is fixed ASAP or you will experience poor engine performance.

  • @aleksandrstovba8823
    @aleksandrstovba8823 6 лет назад +5

    You are absolutely right about most of these things. Likewise, the rear subframe bushings are probably shot at 150k miles. Also, check the remote to see if it works or not. Mine did not work. Almost everything you explained in this video has been some sort of a problem, at least, with this car.

  • @MSullivanFREE-BUSINESSES
    @MSullivanFREE-BUSINESSES 6 лет назад +13

    Thanks, appreciate your videos, been using your advice for years, wish I had found your advice before buying my used X5. Love the vehicle, got it at a bargain because owner was told engine was shot, smoking from driver exhaust like you wouldn't believe, it is 4.4 and it ran smooth, so I knew it had to be something else. Took a chance as a long time BMW owner and backyard mechanic, so bought it, turned out to be the typical spongy hose issue and the PCV hose collapsed and caused oil to be syphoned into intake, replaced all hoses, return trap, PCV valve assembly, and cured smoking, but as a tip, it was sucking so much oil into exhaust, the muffler actually filled up and it smoked for weeks until it burned off. After initial repair, and it was still smoking, but only when heated up, knew it had to be something else, glad it was just residual of oil in muffler. Been 60K since, engine runs great now at 190K, but many other issues you have covered here, spot on. Radiator finally developed small hairline cracks, so just replaced it, return to holding tank also was bad, so having got more than my money out of this X5, I am running on thin ice. Had transmission serviced, but you mentioned the constant shifting up and down just trying to maintain say 45MPH under no load, problem still exists after trans service. Also notice shuttering between shift points from 2nd to 3rd under no light acceleration, not hard, so here is another tip, use sport mode at lower or stop and go traffic and it shits perfectly, been doing that for past 10K with no issues, put in drive only when over 45mph. Just trying to get the last bit of use out of this BMW, wish I never sold my previous 528i which I put 300k miles and never burned or leaked an ounce of oil, amazing car, my all time favorite BMW. Small leaks starting to bug me, so I am praying nothing major goes. Thanks again.

    • @DB-pb9rm
      @DB-pb9rm 4 года назад +1

      Thanks for the comment. I am rethinking my purchase of the 4.4 x5 with 140k miles on it. Just sounds like it would require too much work to keep running for a beater car.

    • @alexanderstevens145
      @alexanderstevens145 2 года назад

      @@DB-pb9rm a LOT of work 🥺

    • @sebastianromero420
      @sebastianromero420 Год назад

      Do a hard reset on the ecu

  • @tommytran5962
    @tommytran5962 7 лет назад +12

    Hey Nathan,
    Great video, I love that you made a video on what to look for before buying a BMW X5. I bought my 2003 BMW X5 3.0L L6 about a month ago. Wish there was a video like this for me to see. My X5 was leaking oil, which was all gathered in the pan at the bottom where I didn't see it. I drove it for like a day before the service engine light came on. Turns out, both catalytic converters went bad as well as their oxygen sensors. Hopefully this video could help many others not get scammed like I did. One small detail I wish you included was the windshield water pumps and the windshield wipers, both front and back of the car. The X5 has that HUGE windshield fluid container with the two windshield water pumps behind it. Both of mines weren't working, so I had to replace it. For some reason, the light on the dashboard is telling me that the there's something going on with the windshield water pumps even though they work perfectly. I'm not sure if I have to clear the lights or what. Also, my airbag light is on.
    Anyways, great video, hope many others see it. Keep it the great work Nathan. I just subscribed.
    Tommy

    • @fknows1
      @fknows1 7 лет назад

      there are many more to check make sure sun/moon roof works on front and rear glass on open/close tilt. not leaking. no water in rear of spare wheel and battery compartment. because unless you know somebody who knows how to repair and fix that problem. without replacing.(very few do) you will be looking at 20-30 thousand to repair if it doesn't or hasn't fried the electronics in boot. PS X3's can have this problem as well

    • @jamesislandfishing6767
      @jamesislandfishing6767 6 лет назад +1

      fknows1 I'm about to get my moms 06 BMW X5 3.0i with the sport package. We've had some problems but what should I look for?

  • @dominickvanhove2957
    @dominickvanhove2957 5 месяцев назад

    Dude absolutely the most up front infor.ational video on e53s that's I have seen bigg respect for you dude

  • @lewisb3100
    @lewisb3100 7 лет назад +3

    Just to add-valve stem oil seals. When I bought my wife's 2006 I checked for smoke out the back of course-no smoke or soot in tail pipe. A couple months later massive smoke. For laughs I called the local BMW dealership(In California). Got quoted around $9000. Needless to say, I didn't take it there.

  • @broGabiza
    @broGabiza 7 лет назад +2

    Nathan,
    Thanks for your posts to the BMW community. Nice videos and thanks for you time in making the videos

  • @50sKid
    @50sKid 7 лет назад +4

    How often are you seeing the 4.4 engines having their timing chain guides explode? Was it only that one E53 you worked on in the past? If not, around how many miles does it happen?

    • @NathansBMWWorkshop
      @NathansBMWWorkshop  7 лет назад +7

      Well they will start making noise at cold start, if you keep driving it it will eat into the aluminum part of the guide and eventualy break the chain, also the cheap timing tools is what the problem with the timing over advanced codes, I need to make a video on that too

    • @atrain132
      @atrain132 6 лет назад

      Nathan's DIY Garage Garage new subscriber here man! Awesome, informative videos. Did you ever make a video on the Cheap Timing Tools? I recently looked at a 2001 740i sport with a P0011 code, over advanced. The guy said he just had an independent shop replace the timing chain guides. However, that code is popping up, and I heard a light knocking / ticking sound on front drivers side of the engine. Does that possibly sound like a tale tell sign of cheap tools used?

    • @andys3275
      @andys3275 6 лет назад +9

      The timing chain guides on the 4.4 are very common to go, they used the same engine in early l322 range rovers as well. The problem mostly is that people use cheap oil and long oil change intervals which clogs the oil passages in the guides and causes the plastic to break off. I have done a bunch of these.if the engine was maintained with synthetic oil and normal change intervals, it will survive.

  • @BIMMERZEITT
    @BIMMERZEITT 7 лет назад +3

    Hey Nathan, keep the great videos coming! I just picked up an X5 with N62. More videos on that coming soon *so. much. fun.*

    • @NathansBMWWorkshop
      @NathansBMWWorkshop  7 лет назад

      Sounds good , can't wait for the videos

    • @BIMMERZEITT
      @BIMMERZEITT 7 лет назад

      Picked up the car it has some driveline vibration upon acceleration. It happens at speeds above 20MPH at partial throttle. Felt almost like a misfire at first, but is definitely vibration from the driveline. I'm thinking it could be the transfer case or something. Transmission shifts without issue. It's a 2004 4.4i X5. Any experience with this?

    • @NathansBMWWorkshop
      @NathansBMWWorkshop  7 лет назад +2

      Prob the drive shaft, check the guibo and carrier , also a lot of guys have issues with the u-joints , more than likely the carrier bearing

  • @truthkeeperfilms
    @truthkeeperfilms 5 лет назад +4

    Dont buy the N62 4.4L V8 which came after 2003. I would get the M62TU X5 and do the timing chains. Thats the one weak spot on them.

  • @carsonblanchet5147
    @carsonblanchet5147 7 лет назад +3

    Hey Nathan. I picked up this exact model (2001 X5 4.4L) and then shortly after I came across your video. Great info helped me do a solid inspection. When I drive it, there is a clicking/knocking in the steering while (like you mentioned in the video). I actually feel it while holding the steering wheel. However the steering is really tight. Power steering is way too firm, but fluids are OK. What do you recommend I look into?

    • @NathansBMWWorkshop
      @NathansBMWWorkshop  7 лет назад +2

      C Blanchet it could need control arms, if the pump is not working the pump
      Shaft could be broken, hard to say really

  • @maxprofit6457
    @maxprofit6457 7 лет назад +1

    Great video Nathan. Thank for sharing your time and knowledge with us. Did you do a video on changing the trans fluid on the e39 540i? I watched one on another model (3 series?). I have a new filter, not sure what fluid to use, and have seen mixed messages on exactly how to do the change. Thanks!

  • @ngaugemertonabbeyandrossle8408
    @ngaugemertonabbeyandrossle8408 6 лет назад

    thank you Nathan after watching your video I was able to negotiate a better price for my x5 will be following you closely as I'm sure I will have problems along the road but once again thank you very much for sharing your experiences and knowledge

  • @jeremyhoffecker7804
    @jeremyhoffecker7804 7 лет назад

    everything was spot on besides the brakes. maybe its different for others but mine is exactly like this one except black on black. i found that the inner pads wear faster. espicially on the back.

  • @macthemec
    @macthemec 5 лет назад +6

    About the same as with any high millage BMW, definitley not a car for someone if they cant do their own work at a high level.
    Lots of fun though

  • @kirkbanton9181
    @kirkbanton9181 7 лет назад +4

    i wish Nathan was living closer.

  • @wackysacky001
    @wackysacky001 7 лет назад +2

    Hi Nathan,
    I have an very nice '06 E46 M3. I have done the bumper to bumper maintenance while car has been in storage this winter except the SMG.
    Cannot find any info on this maintenance, except to leave alone. No issues yet with 76k miles.

    • @010FSL101
      @010FSL101 7 лет назад +1

      there is no maintenance for the smg. You can probably change the transmission fluid and i'm not sure if the hydraulic fluid in the smg pump needs to be replaced, you can look that up. I have a manual so all i've done is the transmission fluid and clutch/flywheel at 130k.

    • @jhackett9352
      @jhackett9352 5 лет назад +1

      SMG is just an automated manual. Change the gear oil. You can change the SMG hydraulic fluid when the pump dies.

  • @truthkeeperfilms
    @truthkeeperfilms 6 лет назад +2

    Just know that the 99-01 have timing chain guide issues. Otherwise, they are pretty rock solid. In fact, the 98 motors are the most solid. The 2002+ 4.4L ALL have valve-stem seal problems. It's a headache. Get the earlier models.

    • @twongreen9968
      @twongreen9968 5 лет назад +1

      it's a lady that stays close to me that has a 2000 in very good condition with low miles it just needs a battery but I heard that these earlier models are crap I want to take a gamble on it but I don't know what do you think

    • @jhackett9352
      @jhackett9352 5 лет назад

      Twon
      Stay away! Unless it has had a-lot of quality repairs in its life it probably needs way more work than it will ever be worth!

    • @twongreen9968
      @twongreen9968 5 лет назад

      @@jhackett9352 thanks

  • @curtishouze1471
    @curtishouze1471 7 лет назад

    Thank you for all the good information.

  • @godzipan
    @godzipan 7 лет назад +1

    Thanks for the best info

  • @travistesarek5356
    @travistesarek5356 6 лет назад

    Hi Nathan, thanks for the video! You mentioned to check for oil leaking down the front of the engine. What usually causes this?

    • @kevslinger
      @kevslinger 5 лет назад

      Rolling LTL leaks from the valve cover gasket, CCV system, and/or oil filter housing gasket

  • @kikomach3
    @kikomach3 7 лет назад

    Hi! I recently purchased one myself. I am planning on changing the transmission, transfer case, and differential fluid myself. What is the oil specification for these three parts? are they the same? Kindly state what kind of oil (e.g 75w-90) should I use for each part. Thank you

  • @febuenox13
    @febuenox13 6 лет назад

    Hello Nathan, thanks for your video.
    Do you have a link for front suspension refreshing kit as well? any brands would recommend?
    I've seen some kit for just over $100 but not sure about the quality.
    Regards,
    Fernando

  • @kolinstallman3788
    @kolinstallman3788 7 лет назад +5

    Buy something new with a warranty?! Pffft spent 3000 canadian on my e39. These vehicles are definitely worth a few weekends in the garage and a grand in parts.

    • @MSullivanFREE-BUSINESSES
      @MSullivanFREE-BUSINESSES 6 лет назад +1

      Couldn't agree more, sorry I sold mine with 300K on it, never burned or leaked any oil, ran perfect, hardly replaced anything more than basic brakes, suspension and few hoses. Even had the original radiator, expansion tank, wheel bearing hubs, calipers, crazy how reliable that car was, still see it on road today, sure do miss that one.

    • @giovannibonanno5655
      @giovannibonanno5655 6 лет назад

      M Sullivan, What Year & Engine was on your X5 ?

    • @edgarpuschel346
      @edgarpuschel346 5 лет назад

      yes this is important to know, i'm looking for a 2001 x5 4.4 but theres no information about the year of this x5 i nthe video ! @@giovannibonanno5655

    • @giovannibonanno5655
      @giovannibonanno5655 5 лет назад

      @@edgarpuschel346 I lost interest in Any Used BMW when i found out about all the Computer/Electrical Problems. All the V8 Engines on X5 are Bad News and the 4.4 is the Worst for issues. If you must buy a X5 everyone says to get the 3.0 V6. I'm only shopping for Acura MDX now.

    • @giovannibonanno5655
      @giovannibonanno5655 5 лет назад

      @@edgarpuschel346 I was interested in the 2010 X5 Diesel as good mpg but found out they can fall apart too for electrical and interior. Will be very expensive repairs. Saw ad where Owner said he just spent $7,000 on new turbo and many engine parts for Diesel.

  • @LucaTheSkunk
    @LucaTheSkunk 6 лет назад +2

    possibly getting an 01 x5 tomorrow with a 4.4 it has 90k miles on it surprisingly it has all 4 door handles and the only issue it has is the exhaust manifold gasket sounds like it has a leak and it may have a bad valve cover gasket or a leaky coolant hose near the front driver side of the engine luckily I did not hear a roaring sound from a cold start but I did not think about listening close for that noise is it very apparent or is it subtle?

    • @tylercouture216
      @tylercouture216 6 лет назад

      Possibly getting a 01 4.4 with 102k crazy

    • @LucaTheSkunk
      @LucaTheSkunk 6 лет назад +1

      @@tylercouture216 nice

    • @tylercouture216
      @tylercouture216 6 лет назад

      @@LucaTheSkunk did you get it ?

    • @LucaTheSkunk
      @LucaTheSkunk 6 лет назад

      @@tylercouture216 no head gasket was blown or the block was cracked it was a smoke show

    • @tylercouture216
      @tylercouture216 6 лет назад

      @@LucaTheSkunk yikes I didn't fall through either got a 2015 camry se nice color going to get credit up with it

  • @frankarandajr3138
    @frankarandajr3138 7 лет назад

    good vid nate

  • @maxdenhaag1
    @maxdenhaag1 7 лет назад

    Great buyer guide!!
    Just bought my self 2004 x5 4.8is the car is super clean like brand new all were taken good care of!! Except there USA loud ticking noise on cold start and then it goes off when the car is warm, I have change the oil and filter we checked for metal pieces but nothing to mention! Any ideas?

    • @autowa3640
      @autowa3640 7 лет назад

      maxdenhaag1 chain tensioner

    • @maxdenhaag1
      @maxdenhaag1 7 лет назад

      Andrew Robson i have changed that 1 month ago still the same!

  • @jarock121197
    @jarock121197 7 лет назад

    Do you recommend a 3.0 or will it still be plagued with issue

  • @markpoposki
    @markpoposki 7 лет назад

    Good info!

  • @bmwrepaircrew8848
    @bmwrepaircrew8848 7 лет назад +1

    Hey Nathan, fellow e53 and sequoia lover here, got a question: on one of my e53s (facelifted/late years), I'm having intermittent AC issues, it's a 3.0 though not a v8, could this be related to the AC condenser fan not working? The AC works fine after running a while/driving it, but on startup at times it appears that the system won't kick on the compressor until driven a bit. It seems like the compressor and refrig levels are fine bc once it gets on it is ice cold. Only things I can think of are relay or climate control CPU, the fan is bad, or low freon or bad pressure switch...seems like the fan might be the number 1 culprit even on a 3.0/m54, is this right??? Thx!

    • @NathansBMWWorkshop
      @NathansBMWWorkshop  7 лет назад +1

      I would say freon level is incorrect or even too high

    • @bmwrepaircrew8848
      @bmwrepaircrew8848 7 лет назад

      Nathan's DIY Garage thanks!! I'll put my gauge in it and double check when the ambient temp is better/higher (last checked when it was cold outside so prob couldn't get a good read. BTW, what BMW scan program do you use/recommend that is 40-50 bucks (like u mentioned in this vid)? I have INPA/EDIABAS but it is a pain and every time I update windows on the laptops it is on it needs fully reinstalled.

  • @gman3725
    @gman3725 6 лет назад +1

    The N62 is a pos. Stay away from it and go for a M62 if you have to have a V8, otherwise you’re better to go with the straight 6.

  • @mariec9072
    @mariec9072 6 лет назад

    I have an X5 BMW 2002 and by doors will not unlock and I will not unlock with the key Farb is there another way I could enter the car to the truck using the key or is there only one way to get into the BMW and that’s on the driver side can someone please help me or give me an answer I got locked out my car and the battery on the five doesn’t work is there another way I can enter the car using the key besides the driver side thank you so much

  • @Mrtonecapone77
    @Mrtonecapone77 5 лет назад

    COLD START i get a ticking for like 10 sec and then goes away someone told me its the oil pump getting the oil circulated

    • @johndaniel3474
      @johndaniel3474 5 лет назад

      Lifters sounds should run synthetic should go away

  • @ruslanssberesnevicius9764
    @ruslanssberesnevicius9764 5 лет назад +1

    Damn my dad owns one of these its kinda silver but runs fine

  • @Evanlukas111
    @Evanlukas111 6 лет назад

    I just recently got an x5. The ac doesn’t work. The ac clutch engages. Nothing happens. What could this be a sign of? All pressures are fine in the ac system.

    • @gregh7457
      @gregh7457 5 лет назад

      crickets chirping 11 months later. chirp chirp...

  • @ebubealphonsus8127
    @ebubealphonsus8127 7 лет назад

    Hello Nathan, which is easier to do DIY maintenance , this BMW x5 4.4 or a Honda accord v6 2009 model

  • @vasilioskarras4412
    @vasilioskarras4412 6 лет назад +2

    Love your videos, found you after I bought my 2003 x5 4.4L. I guess the video should be titled "Why NOT to buy an X5". Lol. But they are fun!
    Mine is very stiff steering not sure if that's normal (being the "sport" version & all - prob the 19" have something to do w/ that as well) or if there are issues w/ linkages or something else??? Oh well. Keep it up! Much appreciative!

  • @jasonbuenviaje6250
    @jasonbuenviaje6250 7 лет назад

    I just bought 2000 X5 4.4 what preventive maintenance should i do to prolong the timing chain guide?

    • @NathansBMWWorkshop
      @NathansBMWWorkshop  7 лет назад +1

      Hello there is nothing you can do to prolong the timing chain guide problem

    • @telefunkenyou47
      @telefunkenyou47 6 лет назад

      Nathan's DIY Garage - If you don't drive it the guide can last forever.

  • @aceblanco12
    @aceblanco12 6 лет назад

    2002 x5 4.4i...need hose that hold coolant n tran fail safe keeps poppin on...Need help

  • @mrpistonrecaro6483
    @mrpistonrecaro6483 6 лет назад +1

    And that’s why you steer away from them. They drive nice but they’re a money pit.

  • @buddyanddaisy123
    @buddyanddaisy123 6 лет назад +5

    Amazing..on such an expensive car, the door handles are so cheaply made-weird. Why so much plastic?

    • @mmartin030
      @mmartin030 6 лет назад

      Lol had my X5 for 2 years and have put 3 handles on the drivers side (finally held in with a screw in the plastic end thing that is sup to key into the hole in carrier, b/c it kept pulling out, never broke since either!) and one on passenger side and now my rear needs one! Yes, door handles are crap on this car! I def. expected more from a BMW after having crappy cars my whole life (and never one broken door handle ever!)

    • @miguelonromero1639
      @miguelonromero1639 6 лет назад

      April Randazzo i get used x5 2002 3.0 for 6500 2 yrs ago just have problem whit something on suspension make some noise my driver side handle broke yr ago and i change it but after that i cant unlock whit hole key just by keyremote and same yr ago i change valvle oil housing gasket and after that any problems

    • @kampoutkid
      @kampoutkid 6 лет назад

      Weight savings for better handling and MPG

    • @albertomondragon7041
      @albertomondragon7041 6 лет назад

      How to repaced starter on a BMW 2p01

  • @AfoteyAnnum
    @AfoteyAnnum 6 лет назад +3

    I wish I would've seen this video BEFORE buying my Money Pit™.
    This X5 of mine is crap. Fix one thing and another breaks. It was dirt cheap when I bought it (

  • @giovannibonanno5655
    @giovannibonanno5655 6 лет назад

    2001 is the worst year, 2002-2004 also bad. 2005 is Best Year for least problems.

  • @esperanzaesperanza7222
    @esperanzaesperanza7222 6 лет назад

    I have a 2005 X5 BMW my transmission to not shift at all can somebody tell me what's wrong or what can I do

    • @NathansBMWWorkshop
      @NathansBMWWorkshop  6 лет назад

      first unhook the battery and touch the cables together to reset , if that does not work check the fluid level, if that dont work replace the solenoids in the trans, they are common for doing that in the gm trans which your x5 has

    • @esperanzaesperanza7222
      @esperanzaesperanza7222 6 лет назад

      Thank you I would do everything you tell me

  • @buddyanddaisy123
    @buddyanddaisy123 7 лет назад

    Sounds like a car with >150K miles is a crap sheet-could be very expensive to fix.

  • @anastasisrekk1402
    @anastasisrekk1402 7 лет назад

    Nathan, I have a transmission problem with my BMW X5 (e53 4.4 2001). After I drive it for around 15-20 minutes it gets in a "transmission failsafe mode" and it doesn't change gears smoothly, I have to rev it in around 6 thousand revvs in order to shift up. I have taken it in authorised mechanics, they have tried everything and I still have this problem since 2016. I have also fixed the ABS and DTC wires, so this isn't the problem. What should I check???

    • @NathansBMWWorkshop
      @NathansBMWWorkshop  7 лет назад

      Change the fluid and filter, next would be change the solenoids, that isn't cheap on the zf trans, the problems come from not changing the fluid on the regular basis

    • @anastasisrekk1402
      @anastasisrekk1402 7 лет назад +1

      Nathan thank you for answering my question!!! I'll get it tomorrow to my mechanic to check the solenoids, but I forgot to tell you that it also has a problem when switching from drive to reverse and also the radio sometimes shuts off unexpectedly, so I'm thinking if the problem (swithching gears in 6000 thousand rpms) may also be caused by the alternator and the wrong battery voltage. What dou you think? Does it play a role??

    • @Jsaiis
      @Jsaiis 6 лет назад

      Anastasis Rekk I had the same problem with mines turns out it was an aftermarket radio that was causing the issue took the radio out never did it again I'm thinking its a voltage problem

    • @pos4416
      @pos4416 6 лет назад

      scan codes and see maybe pulse sensor change that if it shows P0721

  • @extebax20
    @extebax20 7 лет назад

    Is a bmw x5m 2010 with the 4.4 reliable?

  • @andywillhite
    @andywillhite 7 лет назад +3

    Window regulators and door carriers suck! I've had to replace three door carriers and two window regulators on mine. Luckily for RUclips I was able to do it myself. BMW wanted $700 to replace door carrier, and 800 for window regulators and new motor. Door carrier was $57 online and window regulators with new motor included was $47. Saved myself almost $4000 after taxes. Fuck BMW! Oil leaks are increasingly common. Mine has an internal oil leak that BMW wants $4000 to fix it. The rear pinion seal is another common part that breaks down quickly. For a cool $1200 BMW will fix that too. Interior fabric has poor quality glue, in hotter climates fabric falls off. Brakes are just that, they brake, you will be replacing brakes quickly and often. Do not buy this car!!

    • @edhill9570
      @edhill9570 7 лет назад +1

      andywillhite
      Me too! Changed out 3 windows regulators
      Plus door mech on passenger side

    • @mmartin030
      @mmartin030 6 лет назад +1

      Door handles and regulators, once you know how to remove door panel, actually are easy! Yes, frustrating at times, but I'm a girl and have done them just fine myself. Just watch one of these DIY vids, and only pay for the parts. And for door handle carriers, get the BMW brand, and save yourself a freak out!

  • @mikerenfro4608
    @mikerenfro4608 6 лет назад +2

    Short answer... "Don't buy one!"

  • @fknows1
    @fknows1 7 лет назад +4

    how about don't buy a series one e53 like this, buy a series two E53 2004-2006. far better car and lot more improvements and problems were fixed. more reliable,if they have had wiring mods running across the engine like this one looks and this rough under the bonnet/ hood. RUN

    • @ID1886
      @ID1886 7 лет назад +1

      fknows1 I know you said this five months ago, but I have a question. Is there really a big difference between the first and second gen models like you mentioned?

    • @aak8297
      @aak8297 6 лет назад

      Second gen is ugly

    • @ID1886
      @ID1886 6 лет назад

      We'll have to agree to disagree

    • @Andy-bm6zo
      @Andy-bm6zo 6 лет назад

      There’s a major difference. Next gen V8 engines and xDrive awd. The facelift has many of the issues sorted out as the earlier comment states.

  • @adamhinojosa2169
    @adamhinojosa2169 5 лет назад

    What it make you an expert? Are you a BMW tech or just because you do it in your house you think you know ? And for the people that buy BMW or European cars to pretend they have money dont do it because actually they can afford it

  • @g0blin479
    @g0blin479 7 лет назад

    4.8 or don't get shit

  • @xavierperkins2408
    @xavierperkins2408 6 лет назад +1

    Expensive junk! Buy a Lexus

    • @gregh7457
      @gregh7457 5 лет назад +1

      xavier money and buy a savings bond

  • @tristenwilson7758
    @tristenwilson7758 5 лет назад

    Full of problems x5

  • @FreddyGunawan
    @FreddyGunawan 5 лет назад

    Never buy out of warranty bmw

    • @gregh7457
      @gregh7457 5 лет назад +2

      i do all the time. you should say "never buy a bmw out of warranty if you can't fix it yourself"

  • @woodyahh2110
    @woodyahh2110 5 месяцев назад

    So 7 years later don’t buy one😂

  • @AdditiveAvery
    @AdditiveAvery 9 месяцев назад

    Replaced all 4 o2 sensors on the 4.4L model and still get a pre cat o2 sensor swapped code! Thoughts?

  • @elgarmadrigalopez7323
    @elgarmadrigalopez7323 10 месяцев назад

    So you can buy one after you see the video.

  • @miceinoz1181
    @miceinoz1181 Год назад

    Yep, only two types of BMW owners, those wealthy enough to pay a dealer to fix them, and those who can fix them themselves.

  • @whitehorse1959
    @whitehorse1959 Год назад

    Good advice, thanks.

  • @stubla7177
    @stubla7177 Год назад

    I'm looking at buying a 2002, with 50k miles on it, garage kept, grandma driven dealer serviced and such. If there anything About these with such low mileage but being 20 years old I should look out for? There's no leaks, rear air ride has been replaced. It's completely immaculate basically been kept in a time capsule.

  • @VLG105
    @VLG105 Год назад

    Lol not too sure how many sellers would be happy with pulling bits off the car to inspect

  • @crogunson4784
    @crogunson4784 2 года назад

    BMW I are overrated,out of factory warranty"FUCKING FORGET IT" don't buy one Japanese all the way.In Australia Toyota Lexus,Honda nothing else.

  • @ModeloSk8r
    @ModeloSk8r 2 года назад

    I have a 4.4i V8 X5 and this says nothing about my car those parts are all after market I’ve never seen anything like this seriously but good info double check maybe this is a different type of car or year but I’ve never seen this type of engine before. It must have been worked on a lot maybe.

  • @markrutherford4962
    @markrutherford4962 2 года назад

    Useful video. Mine is great but it has a strange vibration at 60-70mph. Had new tyres, balancing but its not resolved. Any ideas?

  • @SeanMaisonneuve
    @SeanMaisonneuve 2 года назад

    Yep - that covers most of it. lol

  • @rellorose3317
    @rellorose3317 2 года назад

    What if it’s a 06

  • @arturselkonis9488
    @arturselkonis9488 3 года назад

    I drive 4,4 beast engine ever

  • @brianlynch2512
    @brianlynch2512 3 года назад

    Great info, thanks!

  • @russhfilms682
    @russhfilms682 3 года назад

    Nobody is gonna let u do all this but once u buy it u should do this

  • @arturselkonis9488
    @arturselkonis9488 3 года назад

    N62 and only this is restyling engine 4,4 . Pre restyling N62 best . Not fucking diesel !!!

  • @mbulelomankonkwana8038
    @mbulelomankonkwana8038 3 года назад +3

    First thing i do wen I buy a car, I start it, then I check everything else whilst it idles...........

  • @WestIndian0000
    @WestIndian0000 3 года назад

    What rims are on the thumbnail??

  • @crushsmith7534
    @crushsmith7534 3 года назад

    guy stupid click bait title

  • @Georgealex77
    @Georgealex77 3 года назад

    How does one manage to let an engine bay get that dirty?

  • @martinsgarage2217
    @martinsgarage2217 4 года назад

    What would cause the transmission to slip only under load in reverse

  • @blakesmith3284
    @blakesmith3284 4 года назад +1

    im 16 and thinking about getting this as a first car because they’re cheap, is that a good idea?

    • @maxpax27
      @maxpax27 4 года назад

      NO! One major repair could cost you $2000! As they get older you can expect similar costs for future repairs! An oil change takes 8 quarts even to do it yourself is not cheap for a young person.

  • @blakesmith3284
    @blakesmith3284 4 года назад

    im 16 and planning on buying this as my first car, Is that a bad idea?

    • @clubracer6
      @clubracer6 3 года назад +1

      Unless you have a lot of money and time, yes!

  • @anthonyk
    @anthonyk 4 года назад

    My X5 4.4 2003 transmission has failed it works until it warms up and I don’t know if I could get away with a flush

  • @bestvideo.8892
    @bestvideo.8892 4 года назад

    my engine look perfect

  • @bestvideo.8892
    @bestvideo.8892 4 года назад

    your engine look like scrap

  • @justinraymond8026
    @justinraymond8026 4 года назад +1

    Does a lot of this apply to the 4.8is as well? Cheers

  • @undergroundlegend198
    @undergroundlegend198 4 года назад

    Boring

  • @michaelhornbuckle283
    @michaelhornbuckle283 4 года назад

    I have a 2004 BMW X5 4.4 V8 with 123000 MI. Runs strong! The only thing I had to do to it was replace a Cadillac converter.

    • @seanbyrne7919
      @seanbyrne7919 4 года назад +4

      michael hornbuckle you should be using a bmw converter not a Cadillac converter, that’s your problem right there.

    • @Sexiestpilot4u
      @Sexiestpilot4u 4 года назад

      @@seanbyrne7919 lmfaoooo

  • @carlosmurphy4u1
    @carlosmurphy4u1 4 года назад +12

    This engine compartment looks like crap!
    My 04,X5, 4.4i has 145K and looks great under the hood, and no leaks.

    • @twongreen9968
      @twongreen9968 4 года назад

      How many miles now has it been reliable

  • @laowai2000
    @laowai2000 4 года назад +2

    Purchased one of these with a 10 minute look over and test drive. Lucky just got away with leaking water pump. Worst hit was from depreciation.

    • @boss290t
      @boss290t 3 года назад

      To everyone I care about, I strongly recommend to not buy a BMW. Save the money , buy a cheap Toyota and invest the spare money.

    • @laowai2000
      @laowai2000 3 года назад +1

      @@boss290t When I had an inspection selling my BMW asked the tech what he recommended as most reliable car. Reply 'Toyota'. Have driven and very reliable. Any car is not an investment, and a a BMW is certainly not an investment!

    • @boss290t
      @boss290t 3 года назад

      @@laowai2000 a BMW is a fashion statement and a high maintenance one. Nothing more, nothing less..

  • @element-ki3gz
    @element-ki3gz 4 года назад

    is this the same 4.4 in 645 205 and 04 if so im not touching it is the 650 with 4.8 anybetter help , like 6 series but if there a constant in the shop not to sure i do my own work but notwanting the take it in to get reprogrammed or rescammed

  • @mikeinbmore
    @mikeinbmore 4 года назад +7

    Maybe you could squeeze more ads in the video

  • @angelcervantes9782
    @angelcervantes9782 5 лет назад

    Thanks buddy, very informative, I just subscribed, and sent a link to my mechanic.

  • @Mass002200
    @Mass002200 5 лет назад

    3 full adverts ruined this video,

  • @Shas4Ever
    @Shas4Ever 5 лет назад

    Nathan I have just bought a BMW 2002 4.6is and engine is crank once and nothing happened. I am planning to change the battery? Any advise is appreciated. Thanks

  • @Kurogane_666
    @Kurogane_666 5 лет назад

    Hello I'm looking at a 2005 BMW X5 4.4, it's engine is burning oil, very are asking $2,000 for it I'm wondering would this be a good buy? I know the oil issue could cost a crap yon, but I'm moving 2000 km from home and will desperately need a 4x4 vehicle lol

  • @carlanthonym
    @carlanthonym 5 лет назад

    Excellent video

  • @carlanthonym
    @carlanthonym 5 лет назад

    Excellent video

  • @joaorodrigues-dy9rm
    @joaorodrigues-dy9rm 5 лет назад

    Its 20 years old, what do you expect??

    • @Jeelaski
      @Jeelaski 3 года назад

      I got a 2011 a lost the engine

  • @gazper2017
    @gazper2017 5 лет назад +2

    Interesting I have a e53 2001 it's been very good daily + weekend offroad

  • @maxogg8372
    @maxogg8372 5 лет назад

    This is your fault. You messed this car's engine. My dad has this car and it doesnt have any problems.

  • @larryjohnson8168
    @larryjohnson8168 5 лет назад

    Do you know about the e70 4.8l x5?

  • @jameslatimer1432
    @jameslatimer1432 5 лет назад +2

    I would only buy the 3.0td best engine ever can do 350 k no problems WITH SERVICE HISTORY

    • @jannplanken
      @jannplanken 5 лет назад +1

      Lmao 350k... Theyll do 600k with no major problems