How do I reset my e53 transmission?
Hold down the accelerator for 10 seconds. While still holding after this press the start button. Release the pedal then wait for 2 minutes. Start the car to check if the transmission response is back to normal.
Why is MY BMW X5 E53 not working?
One last thing you should know if you’re looking to by a used car with this gearbox is that GM used too soft alloy in the valve body casting causing various problems with the torque converter clutch to slip and loss of reverse.
How to reset BMW X5 computer after battery change?
HOW TO RESET BMW COMPUTER AFTER BATTERY CHANGE You need to turn your ignition key to the accessory position when the lights and radio come on (that is before starting… You need to press and hold the “Trip” button on the instrument panel until the red light comes on. Next, press the Trip button a …
When does BMW X5 E53 go into failsafe mode?
But as long as the transmission fluid is cold the tranny goes into failsafe mode when it tries to gear up from 1st to 2nd gear. But here’s the thing; If i put my shifter into “semi-automatic mode” (Steptronic) and gear up and down manually, the tranny operates just fine. No failsafe mode light on the dash.
What kind of transmission does BMW X5 E53 have?
Next step is to “update” the transmission with a version that prevents hard upshift from 2-3 gear, which is a common problem in the gearbox in question. The specific model of the gearbox is A5S390R or 5L40-E. The first number is BMWs own ID and the second is manufacture ID.
One last thing you should know if you’re looking to by a used car with this gearbox is that GM used too soft alloy in the valve body casting causing various problems with the torque converter clutch to slip and loss of reverse.
Are there any reliability issues with the BMW X5?
Most reliability issues will really come down to the engine. However, again, the E53 is only getting older and almost any problems are fair game. Gasoline powered E53 X5 models offer anywhere from 228 horsepower on the 3.0L inline-6 up to 355 horsepower from the 4.8is V8. The 355 horsepower N62 X5 was capable of 0-60 in 6.1 seconds.
Next step is to “update” the transmission with a version that prevents hard upshift from 2-3 gear, which is a common problem in the gearbox in question. The specific model of the gearbox is A5S390R or 5L40-E. The first number is BMWs own ID and the second is manufacture ID.
What’s the 0-60 time of a BMW X5?
The 355 horsepower N62 X5 was capable of 0-60 in 6.1 seconds. This is pretty stout performance for the early 2000’s. For comparison, the 2003 Mustang GT was capable of 0-60mph in 5.8 seconds.