WilkoAU

hi Sarah, I’ve had a similar issue. Car sluggish to turn over in the morning as if the battery is flat (12 months old). Charging system is fine. Advised by Ex BMW mech, who recently serviced my car, that it’s likely 1 of 2 things. battery, or starter motor. as battery is young I’ve just today swapped out the SM. I let you know how it goes. cheap fix (hopefully)… $400 here in AU. cheers

Hi all, been watching this group as an observer and finally decide to join. im in Perth Western Australia, originally from Manchester UK, but left in 1990. I have a 2006 X5 e53 3.0D which is my everyday car. I also use it to pull my caravan around the huge expanse of red dirt, which it does admirably. Of late she’s become a little demanding, understandable having 230,000 kms under her belt. I like to work on her myself and at times find it frustrating, thanks to BMW engineering, but most of the time I enjoy it. most recent project have been the rear upper suspension the front Radius arms starter motor ( farmed this one out) light / wiper sensor change door handle carriers on both front doors, and today, 4 new donoughts and a wheel alignment… ouch. jobs left sun roof replacement/ repairs ( found a 2nd hand complete unit for $150) and… fix up the audio system. Previous owner ripped the old system and essentially ruined it. thats me Wilko