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

On 5/13/2022 at 11:28 PM, Sarah.87 said:

Hi Dave, just a quick one as I know you know your stuff 🙂 with the car we are trying to eliminate. So I just had my mechanic round to check the alternator and it’s testing at what it should be between 13-14. Even though it’s testing ok could it still be the alternator causing the problems I’m having? As we think it’s definitely something to do with something draining. Thanks 

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