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2003 BMW X5 repairs by problem area

Engine (39%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (8%)

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2003 BMW X5 4dr SUV

340-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

102000 mi Brake master cylinder 

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2003 BMW X5 4dr SUV

282-horsepower 4.4L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

138000 mi

US $771
Right rear wheel speed sensor needed to be replaced. Replaced right-rear wheel speed sensor. 
144000 mi ABS Controller was failing, typical of this vehicle, causing the ABS/Brake/TC light trifecta. Also, believe this caused a transmission failure warning. 

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2003 BMW X5 4dr SUV

225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

93000 mi

US $350
front drivers side brake caliper locked up, would not release. Required new caliper and replaced pads. 

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2003 BMW X5 Brake Problems

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