Contrary to popular belief, X5 was not the first SUV at BMW and was not exactly the first half-drive. An army SUV BMW Type 325 in 1937 was present in the pre-war range of cars, and in 1989, BMW FreeClimber was produced at the BERTONE facilities, essentially the product of deep tuning well-known and distributed Daihatsu Rocky / Toyota Fourtrak.
All-wheel drive passenger BMW also grabbed, 4x4 were in the model range of E30 and E34 literally in five to eight years before the appearance of X5. Well, of course, the BMW in the life of the Land Rover owner took an active part in the development of Range Rover, so the experience of creating and setting up all-wheel drive cars from the company was. By the time of the emergence of demand for "big crossovers", they were able to offer something special.
Released in 1999 (model year 2000) The car had an impact on the further development of the SUV market in Europe and all over the world. The concept of asphalt "SUV" – Large crossover, in general, was not new. In the USA, where a project was born in California design studio BMW, such a kind of car. However, in them the absence of off-road opportunities, it was usually not compensated for the honed handling on the highway, simply such a car was slightly easier to operate and more practical than a pickup or real "passing", due to a larger cabin, simpler transmission and almost ordinary highway rubber.
The success of small crossovers, putting the convenience of exploitation on the roads of general use and versatility, made the Munich company to choose an unusual role for his new car, and, as practice has shown, the choice was made extremely successful. Completely "easy" handling, and at the level of non-Vallaja American Fullsayzov, and the sedans from BMW, with just as excellent dynamics made the car popular and caused a whole imitation wave from other manufacturers. Even an eternal competitor in the face of Mercedes ML-series after changing generations adopted the concept, completely abandoning the frame and making the car much more passenger. Until the end of the production in 2006, E53 remained one of the most popular machines in its segment.
Technics
From the point of view of the technical BMW X5 series, the E53 is a good symbiosis of constructive solutions and "seven" E38 in combination with a complete drive and body type "Universal". The quality of the cabin and finishes at the "Seven" level, as well as the level of complete sets. Yes, and the cost of the car, rather corresponded to the seventh series. The chassis is similar to the E39 chassis, but with a correction to the large mass and height of the car. But serious off-road cruising machines are contraindicated, despite the four-wheel drive.
The suspension is completely not intended for such focus, and the body will suffer already on the light "crossing". High ground clearance is played here, especially with a pneumatic suspension, and good electronics work, allowing successfully "kneading dirt" even on highway rubber. Only now, if it is too famously drive through the primers, fields or simply broken roads, aluminum pendants of the machine may seem just gold, the components will fail as often. In the usual motion modes, and even on good Moscow roads, such a often scolded E53 suspension can ride a very long time, no less than that of ordinary cars.
However, like any other BMW of the beginning of the century, there are enough problems here. First of all, it is not pleased with the "crime of the machine". After such a lot of time, a lot of time passed, but the appearance of such a successful car caused a new splash of the popularity of the brand among the "audience". Breeding a little row on the grooves the car could, the motors put powerful there, and on the highway the car was driving quickly. In general, it became a successful symbiosis of a widespread jeep "and those whiskers and rapid" bays ". And this, in turn, caused the treated shaft and the emergence of many cars with dubious registration, interrupted numbers and strange pedigree.
The lack of unrequisite "jeep" suspensions is unlikely to be a great disadvantage, just good handling is little combined with durable and simple solutions on such a heavy machine. And the price of spare parts quite corresponds to the level of the brand. Yes, even a set of mirrors is easily drawn by 50-70 thousand rubles, and they need to be changed and repair not only with an accident, but sometimes due to theft or breakdowns of complex internal contents, various gearboxes, sensors, heated and highlighting. So, to the high cost of suspension parts and other "expenses" just need to be ready.
Breakdowns and problems in operation
Engines
It is much more unpleasant that the most running motors of the V8 M-series, with which the car was born, after restyling 2003, were replaced by much less reliable engines of the N series with a high operating temperature, an ever-fastened piston group and high oil consumption on the avgar. And in general, it is definitely reliable on the first x5 only the proven and diesel engines of the M57 series.
The V8 M62 Series of 4.4 liters M62TUB44 has not the most successful GRM assembly and is very thermally loaded, it requires much more attention to the purity of radiators, the state of the thermostats and is inclined to the rings and the rapid wear of the valve seals. Newest motors of the N62B44 series, which have become installed since 2004, have the same problems, but they begin to manifest themselves before, and the working temperature is so high that the motors in the summer cannot extradite the total power due to the starting detonation by 95 gasoline, requiring the transition to 98. In addition, both of these engines, and the detonation can not only damage the piston group, but also easily destroys the cylinder itself, knocking pieces of a thin coating layer.
Oddly enough, the motors of 4.6 and 4.8 liters of the series M62B46 and N62B48 are slightly reliable than 4.4. The point here is not more power, but rather, in the lower operating temperature of such a motor, if the engines are 4.4 to run into one and a half hundreds of thousands of kilometers can already "sweat" oil and even flowing due to the occurrence of piston rings and raising the flow Carter gases, then more powerful motors even with more rigid operation, but with a slightly lower temperature and more frequent planned maintenance feels well up to 250-300 thousand. Then it is time to be time to change the guides in the timing and change stretched chains, repair intake manifolds and carry out many other works.
High temperatures in the subcontrol space also quickly "fines" individual ignition modules, sometimes – Nozzles, pumpapot wiring and most of the gaskets, and high oil consumption pollutes the crankcase ventilation system and kills catalysts. Summing up all the above, the operation of such a motor is expensive in any case, and most of the cheap x5 will have a whole bouquet of problems, the cost of which the solution may be even higher than the purchase price of the car.
And, of course, it is worth saying a few words about oil consumption on BMW. Contrary to popular belief, a serviceable oil engine does not consume. If the net is a piston group and all the glands, then the oil consumption is almost impaired at standard intervals. So do not believe in the fairy tale about "All BMW eat oil, there is a liter for a thousand, it's still fine." This means that the motor is already at death, and the level of understanding the owner of the situation does not leave the garage laragers.
Unfortunately, for "imaging" machines with complex motors, it is rather a rule, and the legend has already developed. But its essence is not that the Motors BMW "love" oil, but in the fact that the units are good among them. Old and very reliable motors are simply "taken away", and new series have constructive miscalculations and can have problems with a piston group almost from the moment of departure from the salon. But at the same time, they are well designed enough to fail to fail to complete the oil pressure or timing damage.
Traditionally, I draw your attention to the fact that the regulations from BMW purposefully "kills" the motors, so look at the service book and check how often the oil has changed and what they poured. "Corporate" Castrol, and even with a replacement interval of 20 thousand kilometers, simply guarantees the poor state of the motor.
Transmissions
Transmission on machines to restyling to particularly problematic parts E53 does not apply, although the combination of powerful motors and automatic transmissions guarantees overheating boxes, a small resource of GDT and great chances of getting a twitching automatic transmission, the restoration of which will fly into a penny.
Before restyling 2003, a very good five-speed ZF5HP24 automatic transmission was established and noticeably less successful "automata" GM5L40E. They are considered in detail in the material about E39. The GM-War Box is found only on European build machines (mostly cars were collected in Spartanburg, USA) and only on three-liter gasoline and diesel engines, and it was installed on the cars after restyling.
After 2003, the car received the newest six-speed "automatic" ZF6HP26 and in addition to the new XDrive drive system. From this moment and the automatic transmission, and the system of complete drive is no longer. I mentioned a new series of automatic transmission ZF. Briefly repeat that the box turned out to be very "raw", although it allowed to noticeably improve the dynamics and efficiency of cars. With an early oil replacement, it is still less reliable than five-speed automatic transmission, but taking into account the increased intervals, the power of the engines and overheating chances for a long and happy life of the box are almost no.
An additional blow to the image of the machine is inflicted a new dispensing box xDrive. There is no differential in this design, the four-wheel drive has become connected. The front axle is provided through a multi-disc wet friction clamping by the electric drive. The new design suffers to the standard troubles of this kind of couplings. It overheats in some modes of movement with incomplete blocking, and she has weak points - actually the drive motor and electronics. Most often sums up the motor and the system of climbing frictions, but not uncommon and cases of purely electrical problems. Fortunately, now the problem is solved not only by the replacement of the device assembly, which is comparable at a price of a half car. In large cities, you can completely refrank the node, sometimes even with refinement.
Electrician
A variety of electronics in X5 is made, in general, well, the burning displays do not count. It is just necessary to understand that electricity consumption is very large here, you need a special care for the generator, which is with water cooling - dear and lomauca. And the generator is adjustable, it knows how to change the battery voltage, depending on the state of the battery and air temperature, and therefore, you need to follow the sensors, and each new battery is definitely "prescribed", otherwise it will quickly fail due to rearrangement.
Of course, the resource of the entire service electrician operating constantly is limited: Motor of the cabin fan, dampers drives, electric mirrors (if automatic folding is configured), headlight drives and much more. In addition, there are often complaints about the location of electronic blocks in the back of the cabin. Under the trunk floor there is a fuse block that is responsible for the audio system, navigation, heated seats, electric drive, door opening, pneumatic operation. Immediately, under the hollow of the trunk, in the legs of the rear passengers and there are blocks of control navigation, parking, suspension control, control of the XDRIVE system.
All of them are easily failed when the water control units in the waters appear in the cabin, especially the suspension control blocks and the relay and fuse block and the parkingonics system at the bottom of the luggage compartment. In general, the complexity of the service electronics almost guarantees an increased amount of small and not very disruptions in this part, especially on machines with a damaged hatch drainage system, current rear door seals and simply for lovers to forcerad. Yes, as well as on other BMW, follow the condition of the batteries in the ignition key, they are the same as, and therefore, on the machines of the first years of release may already be replaced.
Chassis
The suspension of the car seems quite reliable if operated the car where it is intended, that is, on urban streets. Unless on machines with Motors V8, the resource of the front suspension even in such conditions is small. But when moving along the broken countryways, the forcing the tramway and the hard style of movement of the suspension behave at all is not as securely as in classic jeeps. If it is also abused low-profile rubber, then the resource of all suspension nodes also drops sharply. And at the same time the hub bearings become consumables.
Pneumatics on machines in age traditionally greatly increases the cost of ownership, besides, its control units are in a very unsuccessful place, and the pump resource usually has enough for five years or even less if the pneummobalutes are in poor condition. The steering rail is fairly simple enough, but most age-related machines are characterized by light backlash and small tapping in the steering. The backlash is often connected to the steering column, its cardanes, it is not necessarily the problem of the rack itself. The steering amplification control module still fails - if the steering wheel is unexpectedly light, then, most likely, the rack valve module is faulty, the problem is not available if the owner wants to restore the controllability of the machine to the factory level.
BMW X5, which received the E53 index. According to the old tradition, the model was presented to the public in the Detroit Auto Show. She laid the beginning of a completely new approach to creating cars of this class. Many motorists positioned X5 "BMW E53" as an SUV, but the creators insisted that the car refers to the class of crossovers with an increased degree of passability and sports functional.
A bit of history
Creating the first X5, the Germans did not hide that their main task was to surpass Range Rover, releaseing the same respectable and powerful car, but with more modern equipment. Initially, X5 "BMW E53" was produced in his homeland - in Bavaria. After the company BMW joined Rover to him, the car began to be made on American expanses. Thus, the car was mastering both Europe and the United States.
Of course, such a cargoant as "BMW" could not release a bad car. In the X5 E53 model there is everything that the company is famous: the quality of the assembly, the accuracy of electronics, the reliability of the materials and other distinctive features of the Bavarians. The hero of our today's discussion is designed for comfortable trips to any coverage and light off-road. In addition, the car was assigned a class of sports cars.
General
The first generation model had a carriage structure of the body. It was filled with electronic systems, equipped with a complete drive, independent suspension, as well as increased road lumen. The E53 series was distinguished by a stylish and spacious salon, which was very restrained, good and luxurious. In the standard package of cars included:
- inserts from wood and leather (classic for the German company);
- orthopedic chairs;
- steering adjustment;
- climate control;
- electric hatch;
- very spacious trunk.
Catch up and surpass the Range Rover model E53 to some extent was able to. Many details were frankly copied from the legendary SUV: exterior solidity, bivalve rear door. From the "Rover" in the set of X5, some functions also came, for example, speed control on the descent.
Specifications X5 "BMW E53"
The first generation of the legendary crossover was repeatedly refined both externally and structurally. It seems that the Germans wanted to get ahead and bring their creation to complete perfection. Initially, the car was produced, equipped with three different variants of the power plant:
- Gasoline engine 6-cylinder inline.
- Motor 8-cylinder V-shaped. This type of engine was made of aluminum and was distinguished by an independently adjusted cooling system, continuous injection and digital electronics. Due to the powerful engine (286 l. P.), The machine reached a speed of 100 km / h almost in almost 7 seconds. The motor is equipped with a proprietary Double Vanos gas distribution mechanism, which allows you to squeeze the maximum speed from the power plant on any revolutions. The engine was equipped with a 5-step. This motor was considered the most interesting.
- Diesel engine 6-cylinder.
Later, new more powerful motors appeared. German mechanics have created an innovative torque distribution system: when the wheel is slipped, the program slows down and gives more revolutions to other wheels. This and much more determines the high passability of the machine as a crossover. The rear axle has special elastic elements based on pneumatics. Even with high load, electronics supports the height of the clearance at the proper level.
The brake system X5 "BMW E53" also has its own raisins. Enlarged brake discs together with the emergency stop control program allow you to significantly increase the braking force. The system above enters into force when the brake pedal is fully pressing. The crossover also has an adjustment settings of the speed of about 11 km / h when descending from the inclined plane. As for the basic versions, the manual transmission was available, and as an option - automatic transmission. "BMW X5 E53" in expensive equipment immediately equipped with an automatic transmission.
Despite such an abundance of positive qualities, the car was far from the real SUV. Rama was soon changed to the carrier body, which, naturally, was reflected on all the qualities of the car. The Germans were strongly fascinated by automation, although it often prevents the driver to solve this or that problem. For example, at the entrance to the mountain or in a row, the electronics does not allow switching to reduced transmission. And on the steep turns, the gas pedal is frozen, and remove the machine to the desired radius can be possible only with the helm.
"BMW x5 E53": restyling technical
Submitting to the laws of the market, since 2003 the Germans began upgrading the E53 model:
- Four-wheel drive completely redesigned.
- The xDrive system has improved as far as possible: the electronics has become analyzing the condition of the roadway, the steepness of the aggregates, move the data obtained with the movement mode and independently adjust the torque between the axes.
- Side rolls and depreciation received automatic adjustment.
- Parking has become easier due to the presence of two cameras.
- Brakes received a system for eliminating moisture from disks.
- The system is so smart that any sharp removal of the legs with the gas pedal is interpreted by it as preparation for emergency braking.
The V-shaped gasoline engine received the Valvetronic system, which adjusts the progress of the valves, as well as adjusting the smooth intake. As a result, the engine power reached 320 liters. p., And overclocking to the cherished 100 km decreased to 7 seconds. The maximum speed depending on the tires was 210-240 km / h. Another useful change: the 5-speed gearbox was replaced by a 6-speed.
Modernized crossover received a new diesel engine with a capacity of 218 liters. from. and torque up to 500 nm. With this motor, even the most unpredictable obstacles were fully conquered "BMW X5 E53". Diesel could develop a speed of 210 km / h, and over 8.3 seconds accelerated to 100 km.
"BMW X5 E53": restyling interior and exterior
The body shape was also a bit changed, and the hood got a new, more expressive, radiator grille. And without that, the respectable car began to look even more interesting. However, at the expense of plastic body kit, the car seemed a little softer. Bumper and headlights also have undergone a small refinement. The length of the body increased by 20 cm, which is quite a lot. The elongation made it possible to add a third row of seats and made in the cabin removed obsessive excesses and slightly modified the dashboard.
Restyled body reached almost ideal aerodynamics results. Its CX factor equals 0.33, which is very good for the crossover.
Fee for luxury
All of the above qualities, destroyed in the chic shell, could well be the cause of the X5 E53 in the ranks of the luxury car, which entails not always pleasant consequences. For example, spare parts for this car cost huge money. However, given the Bavarian quality, the repair of "BMW X5 E53" was for the owner of an extremely rare occupation. But what really amazes, so this is the appetites of the crossover. With 10 l per 100 km declared in the passport, it consumes almost twice as much. Another 5 liters - and the consumption will be comparable to the legendary Hummer.
Achievements
Be that as it may, in 2002 in Australia, this model was recognized as the best all-wheel drive car. And after 3 years she fell into Top Gear and thereby confirmed his title. It is by the analogy with this car created such well-known cars as Porsche Cayenne, Volkswagen Touareg and
In 2007, the history of the BMW X5 E53 car ended, and a new X5 came to change with the E70 index.
Before you tables with all error codes, which are displayed on the BMW X5 E53 dashboard.
1 - symbols of start and end of the message; 2 - text text; 3 - Key "Cresc"
All faults embedded in the program are divided into two groups of priorities: the first group (priority 1) and the second group (priority 2).
Priority 1:
| "FASTEN SEAT BELTS" "Gurt Anlegen" |
fasten your seat belts |
| "ReleaseParkingBrake" "Parkbremse Losen" |
release the parking brake |
| "COOLANTTEMPERATURE" "KullwassertEmperature" |
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| "Stop! Engineoilpress » "Stop! Oldruck Motor » |
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| "Checkbrakefluid" "Bremstlussigkeit PRUFEN" |
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| "DSC / 4 × 4 Inactive" | there is no stabilizing effects of DSC or XDRIVE systems |
| "Tug Defect" | tire damage |
| "SELFLEVELSUSP. INACT » | |
| "SELFLEVELSUSP. INACT » | |
| "TrailerMode" | |
| "Fuelinject. SYSTEM » | malfunction in the engine injection system |
| TRANSMISSIN OVERHEAT | overheating gearbox |
| "SpeedLimit" |
The priority 2 includes faults, the indication of which appears when the ignition key is positioned in the position "2" by about 20 seconds. After the inscription goes out, signal symbols remain (1). To re-call them, you must press the "Crescker" button (3) Garden.
Priority 2:
The following messages appear only once:
| "Washerfluidlow" "Waschwasser Fullen" |
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| outdoor temperature minus 5 ° C | |
| "Checkengineoillev" «OLSTAND MOTOR PRUFEN» |
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| "SETTIRPRESSURE" | |
| "ChecktyRepressure" | check tire pressure |
| "TYRECONTROLINACTIVE" | malfunction in the RDC system |
| "Checkbrakelights" | |
| CHECKLOWBEAMLIGHTS "ABBLENDLICHT PRUFEN" |
|
| "CheckParkLights" "Bremslicht PRUFEN" |
check parking lights |
| "Checktaillights" "RUCKLICHT PRUFEN" |
|
| "CheckfrontFoglamps" "NEBELLICHT VO PRUFEN" |
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| CHECKFRONTFOGLIGHTS "NEBELLICHT HI PRUFEN" |
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| "CheckNUMPLATELYTHT" "Kennzeichenl PRUFEN" |
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| CHECK TRAILER LIGHTS "PRUFEN VON ANHANGERLICHT" |
check lanterns trailer |
| "CheckhighBeamLights" "PRUFEN VON FERNLICHT" |
|
| "CheckreverseLights" "RUCKFAHRLICHT PRUFEN" |
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| "TRANS. Failsafeprog » "GetRiebenotprogramm" |
aSPAP Emergency Program |
| "Checkbrakeelinings" Bremsbelag PRUFEN |
check brake pads |
| "CheckCoolantlevel" KUHLWASSERST PRUFEN |
|
| ENGINEFAILSAFEPROG |
Messages After turning off the ignition:
And once again all BMW X5 E53 error codes in English with translation and decoding in alphabetical order:
| "BootLidopen" | opened roof trunk |
| "Checkbrakefluid" | brake fluid level below normal |
| "Checkbrakelights" | blown lamp or breaking in the power circuit |
| "Checkbrakeelinings" | check brake pads |
| "CheckCoolantlevel" | check the coolant level |
| "Checkengineoillev" | check the oil level in the engine |
| "CheckfrontFoglamps" | check fog lights |
| CHECKFRONTFOGLIGHTS | check fog lights |
| "CheckhighBeamLights" | check light light headlights |
| CHECKLOWBEAMLIGHTS | check the headlights of the Middle Light |
| "CheckNUMPLATELYTHT" | check the license plate lamp |
| "CheckParkLights" | check parking lights |
| "CheckreverseLights" | check the rear light lights |
| "Checktaillights" | check back overall lights |
| CHECKTRAILER LIGHTS | check lanterns trailer |
| "ChecktyRepressure" | check tire pressure |
| "COOLANTTEMPERATURE" | cooling fluid temperature above normal |
| "Dooropen" | open door salon |
| "DSC / 4 × 4 Inactive" | there is no stabilizing effects of DSC or XDRIVE systems |
| ENGINEFAILSAFEPROG | emergency Engine Management Program |
| "FASTEN SEAT BELTS" | fasten your seat belts |
| "Fuelinject. SYSTEM » | malfunction in the engine injection system |
| "Lights ON" | light included |
| "OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE - 5.0 ° C" | outdoor temperature minus 5 ° C |
| "Pre-Heating" | preparation (diesel engine) |
| "ReleaseParkingBrake" | release the parking brake |
| "SELFLEVELSUSP. INACT » | faulty adjustment of the road lumen |
| "SELFLEVELSUSP. INACT » | the adjustment of the road lumen is not active and "MAX 60 KM / H", not exceed the speed of 60 km / h. These messages appear one after another |
| "SETTIRPRESSURE" | set tire pressure in order for the RDC system to receive tire pressure as a specified value |
| "SpeedLimit" | exceeding speed. |
| "Stop! Engineoilpress » | Stop! Engine oil pressure below normal |
| "TrailerMode" | this message appears for 3 seconds, when the level of the road lumen is changing from normal to move under nappeu |
| "TRANS. Failsafeprog » | aSPAP Emergency Program |
| TRANSMISSIN OVERHEAT | overheating gearbox |
| "TYRECONTROLINACTIVE" | malfunction in the RDC system |
| "Washerfluidlow" | add liquid to glass washers tank |
| "Tug Defect" | tire damage |
And BMW X5 E53 error codes in German with translation and decoding in alphabetical order:
| "ABBLENDLICHT PRUFEN" | Check the headlights of the Middle Light |
| Bremsbelag PRUFEN | Check brake pads |
| "Bremslicht PRUFEN" | Check parking lights |
| "Bremstlussigkeit PRUFEN" | Brake fluid level below normal |
| "GetRiebenotprogramm" | ASPAP Emergency Program |
| "Gurt Anlegen" | fasten your seat belts |
| "Kennzeichenl PRUFEN" | Check the license plate lamp |
| "KOFFERAUM OFFEN" | Opened roof trunk |
| KUHLWASSERST PRUFEN | Check the coolant level |
| "KullwassertEmperature" | Cooling fluid temperature above normal |
| "NEBELLICHT HI PRUFEN" | Check fog lights |
| "NEBELLICHT VO PRUFEN" | Check fog lights |
| «OLSTAND MOTOR PRUFEN» | check the oil level in the engine |
| "Parkbremse Losen" | Release the parking brake |
| "PRUFEN VON ANHANGERLICHT" | Check lanterns trailer |
| "PRUFEN VON FERNLICHT" | Check light light headlights |
| "PRUFEN VON SENSOR-OLSTAND" | Check the oil level in the engine |
| "RUCKFAHRLICHT PRUFEN" | Check the rear light lights |
| "RUCKLICHT PRUFEN" | Check back overall lights |
| "Stop! Oldruck Motor » | Stop! Engine oil pressure below normal |
| "TUR-OFF" | Open door salon |
| "Waschwasser Fullen" | Add liquid to glass washers tank |
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BMW X5 has recently been the dream of many young (and not only) drivers. At the moment, the secondary market is overflowing with X5 offers in the Body E53. Since the car has been produced for more than 15 years, then the prices for its first models are very available, but here it is not very problematic to find the car. And there is also a commodity opinion that this machine requires significant financial costs from its owner. We will try to answer the question: "Is it really?"
For the first time, the BMW X5 was shown to the general public in 1999, and its sales in North America immediately began. A year later, its sales and European countries started. In 2003, a small facelifting model occurred, and the line of its power units has changed slightly. In 2006, the next generation of BMW X5 came out, and the body was already already the E70 index. Interestingly, the original X-fifth was going to Spartanberg in the American city for the whole world, but now he is collected in Russia.
BMW X5 2000.
The first E53 models were equipped with two gasoline units: in line six-cylinder 3 liters (M54 - 231 index force) and V8 4.4 liters (M62 - 286 forces index). In 2001, the voltage line was added diesel six-cylinder 184-strong 3.0 with M57 index and gasoline V8 volume 4.6 (346 forces). In 2003, the model was restyled, and the diesel was replaced on the same three-liter, but more powerful - 218 horsepower. Gasoline 4.4 changed on N62, with a capacity of 320 hp And instead of 4.6, the motors were launched 4.8 (360 hp).
Modifications of engines BMW X5 E53
The most common engine in x5 is an atmospheric gasoline volume of 3 liters - M54B30. This engine is distinguished by reliability and unpretentiousness, it can easily retrieve almost 300 thousand km, without requiring repair. But in 4.4-liter engines, it was noted that the inserts and the occurrence of jackets on the cylinder walls are closer to 250 thousand km of mileage. The motor overhaul often exceeds the cost of the "diet" motor in good condition (but some specialists can drive a damaged cylinder than the cost of repair will be significantly reduced). It is necessary to take into account if you are going to "capital" the Motor X-fifth.
BMW X5 2000.
All H-5 gasoline engines are characterized by characteristic problems. The first of these is the failure of the crankcase gas ventilation valve. Valve channels are gradually clogged, in winter, condensate also accumulates in them, which moves the frost and the oil begins to squeeze through the hole for the probe. And if you do not detect this problem on time, the motor will experience oil starvation. Later, the manufacturer finalized this valve, but it was not possible to fully solve the problem. The output from the position will be only the periodic replacement of the valve and tubes.
The coolant tank cover in X5 refers to consumables. The valve is built into the lid, which monitors the operating pressure in the cooling system. But the valve has a certain resource and over time encourages what can even break the expansion tank. It is also worth periodically monitoring and changing the ACP thermostat in a timely manner, which is in a plastic case, which is collapsed over time.
You can hear a significant noise closer to 250-thousand milestones issued by the Vanos timing system. The cool motor makes a roar, and after the launch, the sound of the working gasoline engine is similar to diesel, a certain vibration appears.
BMW X5 4.6IS 2001.
Hydrocompensators And the position sensors of the crankshaft, camshaft, DMRV, thermostat and water pump will serve more than 250,000 km.
After about 150 thousand km, the motor starts to increase the oil consumption. One of the reasons for this is worn out oil-free caps that need to be replaced by this race.
The catalyst dies after 150 thousand km of run. Three-liter American X5 contain a system of blowing a catalytic neutralizer. So, her motor comes out of order after 100 thousand km of run. In this case, it is cheaper to dismantle the system, and reflash the motor ECU.
After 250-300 thousand km, the mileage usually requires replacement of the fuel pump, and the "diesel engine" may need to be changed and the main.
A three-liter turbocharged diesel is inferior to gasoline 3.0 reliability, but exceeds the motors 4.4 and 4.6. The turbine easily live 150 thousand km to repair. The turbocharger pressure converter lives approximately as much as the turbine. If the engine of your diesel X5 begins to work with interruptions, the pressure sensor has failed or the tightness of the nozzles leading to the intercooler has disappeared.
On the three-liter x5, both on diesel and gasoline could be installed by MCP. Such equipment is very rare, but "mechanics" is satisfied with them reliable.
The first generation of X5 was completed with a gearbox from GM on the motors of 3 liters and gearboxes from ZF on motors 4.4 liters and large volumes. The machines are serving up to 300 thousand km of run, but on a powerful 4.8 box for surrendering much earlier. The first symptoms of the dying box are shoes arising during transmissions. The repair of the box is to replace solenoids and oils. Approximately 90% of such automatic transparencies provide a positive result. If the replacement of solenoids did not help, and the impulses still remain, then the replacement of automatic transmission frictions.
BMW X5 4.8is 2004.
The torque converter may fail to be closer to 300,000 km. It can be replaced, and repair. Repair will cost 4-5 times cheaper replacement. The gears from GM may require a replacement of the oil pump. But they no longer produce them - you will have to look for used. Also, these checkpits can flow hoses between the box and the radiator.
The first problems of the transfer box may arise on mileage close to 250 thousand km. Usually causes them a stretched chain, and it is manifested by a crackle. Tightening with the replacement of the chain is not worth it, otherwise you will have to change the cardan (its slots are quickly extended).
Diesel X5 often mark the problem of failure of the front gearbox. It is not subject to repair. Usually car owners are looking for used.
With the time of time, the kartan begins to peel, and it is manifested in the form of jerks when translating the selector automatic transmission from the "Drive" position to the "Parking" position. Cases the replacement of cross.
Frequently, the problem is the failure of the front drive shafts. The front bearings of the hubs go almost 200 thousand.
At x5, it was established in addition to the usual and pneumatic suspension. Pneumatic suspension could be on both axes or only on the back. Pneumatic powder serves almost 200 thousand km, and are out of order mainly, thanks to the dirt constantly falling on them. If the pneumatic elements are thoroughly wash thoroughly, the resource will be significantly increased. The front pneumatic racks are unspeborified, the pillow has to be changed assembly with the rack. But behind the pillow can be changed separately. Last places such a suspension are considered a receiver valve block, a suspension control unit and body position sensors.
The resource of the levers to sum up is approximately 150 thousand km. Wearing the upper transverse levers will display the wheels of your x5 "house", the same "house" the wheels will be due to wear of floating silent blocks and silent blocks of the lower levers.
The steering rack is generally reliable, the bearer is rare. The rubber creak appearing when the steering is rotated, is caused by the wear of the steering cardans. It is treated with their abundant lubrication.
Closer to 300 thousand km may fail the sensors of the ABS, much less frequently, the ABS unit itself fails. Front brake hoses serve about 250 thousand km.
BMW H5 body is quite strong, and resist corrosion well. The LCP car is rather thick, and is not afraid of the effects of aggressive environment. On machines with a decent mileage, it is possible to detect chips on the hood, on the front bumper and on the radiator grille. The first corrosion can be found on cars older than 10 years under the sealer at the bottom of the doors.
Closer to 10 years of operation, cases of failure of the drive of the outer mirrors are noted. Specialized services provide services for their recovery, which is significantly cheaper than buying a new drive. There are no discontinuation cases of external handles in the frost after car wash. The reason in the faceted door lock and the weak plastic frame handle. As prevention, you can recommend the processing of locks and mechanisms of cylinder handles with silicone lubricant.
BMW X5 4.8is 2004.
Panoramic hatch can stop working after 5-7 years of operation. It happens because of the skew and breakage of the rear sash. Wear a guide hatch may still cause knocks in the cabin. Luke drainage must be cleaned periodically, otherwise water will begin to penetrate the salon. The mechanisms for lifting window windows on such years also begin to suffer due to wear of cables, guide and failure of the drive motor.
The backlight of the license plate over time ceases to work because of the contacts of contacts closer to seven years. Because of this, the opening button of the trunk ceases to operate. Oxidized contacts can also cause problems in the work of the rear lights. It is treated in all cases with a repaid or replacement.
The interior of the car is very good, squeaks in it is not observed. But not everything is so smooth. On the machines, over 6 years old, the upholstery of the fabric on the front racks begins. It is solved either by replacement or upholstery in the racks.
If a pixels started with a dashboard on the dashboard display, then the corresponding loop is needed. The audio refusal can be caused by a blown radio module or amplifier (both are located in the trunk).
Sometimes the air conditioner fan can be enraged, which needs to be replaced (item is relatively expensive - the control board is embedded). Sometimes the processor cooler can shit on the climate control board. In this case, it is necessary to just lubricate. If the turnover of the fan stoves start to swim, then the corresponding resistor needs to be replaced - the people are known as the "hedgehog". It should be borne in mind that the rapid discharge of the battery can also occur due to the faulty "hedgehog".
When operating X5, it is important to monitor the charge level of the battery. Its low at the time of engine start can display a variety of errors. If the battery stopped charging, then the generator brushes were most likely. When replacing the brushes, it will not be replaced with two generator bearings.
In general, X5 in the 53rd body is not so terrible as his little. If you have enough straight hands, if you know where and how to search for relevant information on the Internet, you will be able to serve this car yourself independently, which will avoid many extra costs. To repair this car, it is not necessary to purchase only original expensive spare parts and consumables. In the auto shops are now full of worthy high-quality analogs. The car was studied by motorists along and across, therefore, on specialized forums and websites of information on its maintenance and repair more than enough.
It is clear that the repair of the "official" requires significant financial costs, which gives rise to rumors about the extraordinary high cost of maintenance and repair X5. Do not buy a car for the last money and do not buy a car from who bought it for the last money. Such comrades were usually mercilessly exploited by X5, absolutely not taking care and not having been doing (after all, it was already nothing to spend on its maintenance and timely repairs, which led to the "urazata" of the instance. Before buying such a car, always conduct its comprehensive diagnostics. Missing disadvantages - reason to significantly reduce the price, and the performance of this machine after additional investments is usually restored.
As a conclusion, it is worth saying - this car is very reliable, with the appropriate quality service, it is able to delight its owner for a long time. If you do not use the services of official services, and approach the choice of spare parts and consumables on it - then the pocket he will empty not as much as everyone speaks about it.
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BMW X5 E53. - The first bmw brand crossover, which was launched in production in 1999. At the time of starting the production of the X5th, the cost of the crossover was about $ 120,000, but despite the price tag, the crossover became immediately in demand from buyers.
The crossover X5 was produced until 2006, and in 2003 she "survived" restyling. To date, the price of the E53 body starts from ~ 400,000, it depends on the modification, configuration, state and reaches ~ 1,500,000 rubles.
Restyling
What is the difference in restyling from dorestayling?!
Visually, since this is the first thing we see in front of you. But do not forget that with dorestayling it is quite possible to make a restyled model, and if you wish at least an exact copy of the LE Mans prototype. To find out, such as a complete or date of production, it is possible to "break through" the VIN car number on special Internet services.
Various options for gearboxes in to restyling and restyling.
Differences in the drive. At the dorestayling car, the full drive system distributes the torque in proportions - 38% on the front wheels and 62% on the rear. On the restyled models, the moment is distributed depending on the situation - from 0: 100 to 50:50.
Body
The BMW H5 E53 BUD is not subject to corrosion, but they are found among the drivers. Therefore, check the body for an accident.
When examining a dirty car, it is worth thinking about his further "study", as it is possible to hide many problem areas under the mud.
Pay attention to the gaps between body elements, they must be the same. Test all the door loops on the sagging, especially from the driver - to do this, open the door, and take it up. The looped loops may well be the consequence of the side impact.
The most problematic location of the BMW X5 body in the body E53 is the lower part of the back of the rear under the lower luggage door, which can be corrosion due to moisture.
The paintwork coverage of this crossover can not be perfect, and small chips and scratches are quite normal. View the opposite side of the doors for corrosion, and considering the age of the car more pay attention to its scale. Minor and barely noticeable manifestation is still possible to correct, but here's a serious manifestation of corrosion in the future will lead to serious problems with the body.
Interior
Being in the car, the state of some individual elements may well give an idea of \u200b\u200bthe real mileage of the car. Inspect the driver's seat, namely, its sidewalls, spray pedals and steering wheels, but it is worth not to forget about overlays on the above elements of the interior, the use of which can erroneously give an idea of \u200b\u200breal run. Also check the performance of all buttons.
Without any diagnostic equipment, you can not find out the condition of automotive electronics. In such a situation, check the operation of the indicators on the instrument panel. Turn the ignition key, and pay attention to the airbag indicator that goes a little later from the rest, it will at least show you that the Airbag indicator wire is not connected to another wire.
Engines
Under the hood of the BMW X5, gasoline engines 3.0, 4.4, 4.6 were installed (dorestayling only), 4.8 liters (only restyling) and a diesel power unit 3.0 liters.
What motor to choose BMW x5 E53?! First of all, repel from your budget and from what you want to "get" from the car.
Popular and reliable
The most common and popular modification of BMW X5 E53 is a gasoline version 3.0i with a row 6-cylinder power unit BMW M54. This engine has proven itself not only on the X5-Ohm, but also on other BMW cars.
BMW E53 3.0 does not boast of particularly sporty dynamics (since, as opposed, for example, from 530i in the body E39, X5 has several other aerodynamic indicators, and the oven weight of the crossover is more almost 0.5 tons), but also does not deprive you from driving pleasure.
In BMW X5 3.0 with M54, a frequent problem is the leakage of the rear seal of the crankshaft, which will be well noticeable when the car raised. If this problem occurs, directly during the operation of the car, you need to change the ventilation of crankcase gases (1 time in 2 oil replacement, that is, at ~ 30,000 km of run). The reason for the occurrence of this problem is to scoring the ventilation, as a result of which the oil begins to act under pressure, and since the gasket is harder, it seeps through the crankshaft rear gland.
Carefully inspect the pallet laying. If oil flooded on the pallet laying, in most cases it says that there will be problems with the engine in the near future. The reason for the occurrence of the flow is - squeezing the oil through the pallet gasket.
Economical
Budget model BMW E53 3.0 Diesel with a reliable engine M57 was offered in two versions - dorestayling with a capacity of 184 hp And after restyling 218 hp. It is worth noting that the restyling modification 3.0d according to dynamic indicators is practically on the exact agent with a 3.0-liter gasoline version, and has a significantly lower fuel consumption.
Powerful
When choosing with a V8 motor between BMW E53 4.4 VS 4.6 VS 4.8 - Again, repel from your budget - for the best dynamics and greater consumption will have to pay extra on consumables, but also to maintain a car or repair. For example, the timing belt chain on a 6-cylinder engine will last 2 times more, while on the V8 chain you need to change 1 time per 200,000 km of run.
In this range, the most popular 8-cylinder model - 4.4 (more than 120,000 copies have been released). But it is worth noting that the fuel consumption of resting version 4.4 with a motor N62 is almost equal to the cost of 4.8-liter model with the same engine.
Motor itself (H62) is generally a reliable power unit, but taking into account the duration of operation - time takes its own. The main problematic sites of this engine are the oil surcharge caps that lead to increased oil consumption and the appearance of "scope".
As for the choice of BMW E53 4.6 with a BMW M62 equipped with a motor, then it is necessary to watch the car itself, or rather its condition. This model is available only in the dorestayling body, and the fuel consumption indicators are somewhat exceeding the flow indicators by replacing it in 2004. 8.8-liter model.
What to pay attention to?
When inspecting the engine, pay attention to the presence of fresh oils of oil on the sides.
As in any other engine, and not only the BMW brand, the cooling system may well overheat, and one of the popular overheating problems is a clogged radiator, which must be periodically clean. Pay attention to it when inspecting the engine compartment, and then draw out the output based on its condition.
Motors BMW are demanding of oil quality, so the manufacturer recommends using only high-quality synthetic oils, as it serves as not only with a lubricant, but also cools the engine.
Transmission
BMW X5 E53 was equipped with a 5-speed mechanical and 5-, 6-speed automatic transmission.
Prior to the update of the model range in 2003, all models were completed with a 5-speed automatic transmission, and version 3.0i / 3.0d were also available with a 5-speed mechanical one. After restyling, the crossovers installed a 6-speed automatic transmission.
In terms of reliability, there are no special complaints to the transmission of BMW x5, and with proper care, as well as during moderate loads, problems in operation will not arise.
Despite the fact that the automatic transmission is considered "not served", nevertheless, the oil needs to be changed 1 time in 60,000 km of run.
Whatever to check the automatic transmission before purchase, install the PPC lever to the "Drive" position, as a result of which the car must go on their own, both forward and forth.
During a test drive, give acceleration by clicking on the gas pedal when you hear the switch to the second gear, release the gas pedal - if at this moment you will feel "kick" (frequent automatic transmission problem), it means that the gearbox has technical problems.
Suspension
The BMW X5 E53 suspension is constructively similar to the "Five" suspension E39, but less powerful, since X5 has a slightly different purpose.
The service life of the suspension parts is directly dependent on the style of driving and quality of spare parts replaceable.
Outcome
In general, the first BMW x5 is a fairly reliable car, in principle, like any other vehicle, of course, considering high-quality assembly, its components and ride style.
Buying a crossover, see first of all on the state of the machine, be sure to diagnose, and the presence of two keys will be the advantage.
Successful choice and pleasure driving.
