Just as an update the mechanic said the battery is getting tired, so am gonna change that. But when I asked what load was the starter pulling he said "oh not much"..... did he check it?? Anyways will report any updates.

I got a set of LED interior bulbs off ebay for £17. They definitely brighten the cab up and don't burn as much energy

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Hi folks, I am trying to solve a starter motor problem of cranking slowly when hot. My question is does anyone no the location of the engine earth strap. I only ask as I cannot find it and don't want to have to commit to taking the under engine trays of on my back in the cold if I don't have to. Any...

Many thanks for the great advice folk, really helpful and will look into the starter ampage load. Also heard these X5's can get dodgy earth's on the engine and that's worse with heat. Either way will get back in the near future with the conclusion. Thanks again Dave

Hello folks a bought an X5 3.0d 2003  2weeks ago. My problem is when I travel home at night, a distance of 10 miles on a fast dual carriage way, if I stop at the shop near my house and get in my car to start it the starter struggles to turn over!  The following morning all is fine it starts OK.  I h...

Hello all I am Dave currently in Northants. Just bought an X5 3.0d in black on a 2003 plate. I would put a pic but its says violation of terms?!?!? Anyways just saying hi and thanks for having me on board