If you suspect a problem with your BMW X5’s transmission, it’s important to have it checked out as soon as possible transmission. In general, a BMW X5 transmission replacement costs around $5,000, but in some models, the cost could be as much as $7,800 or more. 2003 X5 (E53, facelift 2003) Quick notes on BMW X5 transmission. Drive: All wheel drive (4x4), Rear wheel drive. Transmission type: 8 Steptronic. Average acceleration: 5.3 s to 60 mph. Average optimal engine speed: 4806 rpm. Average torque: 604 Nm. Weight to torque ratio: 4 kg to 1 Nm. Average weight: 2237 kg / 4933 lbs. 1961 posts · Joined 2008. #2 · Aug 18, 2011. 530i-2002 said: I got lights trifecta (Brakes, ABS, DSC) + Transmission Fail safe mode for the first time yesterday after the car (2002 530iA with 206K miles) sat in the sun (~87F) for a few hours waiting for the cooling system work done. On the way home the temperature dropped to below 80F and Hi, I have a BMW X5 V8 2002 Model. Basically after driving for about an hour or when the car heats up and driving it hard the transmission will automatically go into a sports mode where it will hold in gear until basically it red lines. We have 1. Changed the oil, 2. Changed the Throtle Sensor By far, the most common cause of the reverse problem in BMW's is the failure of the D-G clutch drum. Specifically, the snap ring that retains the D or reverse clutch breaks out of the clutch drum resulting in an inability for the clutch pack to apply. The good news is that there is hope in regards to a proper repair. wqwF. Thanks, If you turn the key to position 2 (where all the power is on, but do not start the car), then push the throttle all the way down and hold it for 60-90 seconds, the car resets the information that the transmission has "learned" about your driving and begins anew. -Will. If however you are having weird transmission issues like the 2-1 rough downshift. The car downshifting to early, or hard gear changes. Then you should 100% do a reset. Before you do the reset though, get your transmission fluid changed, make sure you drop the pan as this will release another quart at least. 37 posts · Joined 2013. #1 · Apr 23, 2013. Hi Have a BMW x5 4.6 E53. Having probs with the gear box. bit worried about it to tell you the truth have went through all the threads on here regarding gearbox faults. Recently got the gearbox oil changed and the level is correct rechecked it today. we first took two litres out of the box and Good evening all. Transmission problems ensue: I have a '00 E53 4.4 with 130k. 2nd owner, the trans (ZF5HP24) has never been serviced. It has always ran beautifully and has had many of the suspension, electrical, and cooling problems covered on this site. It has been otherwise reliable and an awesome car to drivefor my wife. BMW X5 3.0 DVRM: LF05UDM Make: BMW Model: X5 Engine Size Description: 3.0 Exact CC: 2993 Vehicle Year: 2005 Spec Des: D Manufacturer Version Code: E53 Vehicle Type: Car Derivative: Sport Colour: BLACK … read more

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