Example carCar diagnostics for a 2004 BMW X5
Car diagnostics for the 2004 BMW X5: CarmaCars does not do this work itself. Request it and we arrange it with a trusted shop or connect you with one, and we can deliver a rental car to you while yours is in.
- Combined
- 14.7 L/100 km
- Body
- Sport Utility Vehicle -
A rental while yours is in the shop
CarmaCars does not do this work; you keep driving while the shop has your car. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, at our usual rates.
The 2004 BMW X5 for car diagnostics
- Body: sport utility vehicle - (EPA size class).
2004 BMW X5: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.0 L | 3.0 L | 4.4 L | 4.8 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 14 | 13 | 14 | 14 |
| MPG highway (US) | 19 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
| MPG combined (US) | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$5,150 | US$5,150 | US$5,150 | US$5,150 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $5,146 | $5,146 | $5,146 | $5,146 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2004 BMW X5
- NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 64 complaints with NHTSA, most often about power train (13), electrical system (10) and engine (9). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19V015000 | 2019-01-14 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2000-2003 525i Sedan, 530i Sedan, 540i Sedan, 2001-2003 525i Sports Wagon and 540i Sports Wagon vehicles, and 2000-2004 X5 SAV 3.0i, X5 SAV 4.4i, and X5 SAV 4.6is vehicles. This recall affects certain vehicles where the original steering wheel has been... |
| 04V409000 | 2004-08-18 | power train:clutch assembly:pedal/hand lever(motorcycle) | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH 3.0 L ENGINES AND MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS, IF THE VEHICLE IS IN FIRST GEAR, AND MOVING SLOWLY, WITH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL HELD IN A CONSTANT POSITION OF LOW ENGINE SPEED AND WITH THE CLUTCH PEDAL HELD IN A PARTIALLY DEPRESSED POSITION, ENGINE SPEED MAY INCREASE. |
| 04V402000 | 2004-08-13 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump | ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE IN-TANK FUEL LINE MAY HAVE BEEN ATTACHED INCORRECTLY. |
| 04V344000 | 2004-07-14 | power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 8 AND 12 CYLINDER ENGINES, THE DIGITAL ENGINE MANAGEMENT CONTROL (EMC) UNITS WERE NOT PRODUCED ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS. |
| 03V475000 | 2003-11-14 | power train:driveline:differential unit | ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE BOLTS THAT HOLD THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL, THE RIGHT OUTPUT SHAFT HOUSING FLANGE AT THE ENGINE, AND THE RIGHT-HAND ENGINE SUPPORT MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY TIGHTENED. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Car diagnostics: how we help
CarmaCars does not do mechanical work, but for a diagnostic check on the 2004 BMW X5 we arrange a trusted shop. A steady check engine light needs a check soon; a flashing one means pull over safely and get help.
Your X5 and the shop
Tell the shop about any warning light or sound you have noticed. Mention the trim and engine in your request; parts differ between them. Note the mileage on the odometer when you send the request. The 3.0L 6-cylinder with all-wheel drive is the powertrain to look at.
What to send us
We pass your request to a trusted shop or give you its name. The shop sets the price and the time after seeing the car. We tell you plainly if we do not know a shop for the job.
A rental while you wait
Keep the rental as long as the repair takes. We bring the rental to you and collect it afterwards. We deliver across the Toronto area, or you collect the car from our location for free.
Small things that help
Top up the washer fluid with a winter mix in the cold months. Use the grade of fuel your owner's manual calls for. Keep a record of every service; it helps the shop and adds value when you sell.
What to ask
Ask whether anything else is close to needing attention, and how soon. Ask when the car will be ready and how the shop will tell you. Ask for the work to be listed line by line on the invoice.
Questions first?
Tell us what is wrong with the car, and we arrange the rest with a trusted shop.
Request car diagnostics
Tell us when suits you. A person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one; the shop sets its own price and time.
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