My auto 3.0 is leaking from the VCG as well. To get around the burning oil smell in the car I keep the lower vent and upper vent climate control buttons on. Or turn them all off but that is not practical in the winter. For some reason I only get the only smell if I press the climate control button that allows the air to blow on my face. If it works for you, maybe you can buy yourself some time and do it in the spring.

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2004 E60 545i Sport 6MT. Black/Black Build Date 6-2004 102k miles