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Originally Posted by ferrariguyma
Just stumbled upon this site.
I have a 2002 3.0 5speed X5 sport grey/green/tan leather all options except nav and parktronic purchased 2 yrs ago with 36k now has 55k and THANK GOD is covered by CPO.
I am the second owner and so far the following parts have been replaced:
A/C Control unit at 37k - CPO
Stereo control panel 41k - CPO
Water leaking entering passenger compartment at foot pedals and passenger footwell - Replaced sunroof cassette 43k - CPO
Water still leaking in heavy rains. BMW replaced the windshield and seals at 46k - CPO
Battery replaced at 46k - my $$
Bushings, baljoints and control arms replaced (not covered with CPO) at 46k - my $$
Engine wiring harness replaced at 49k - CPO
Alternator replaced at 50k - CPO
A/C component replaced at 54k (common failure item) - CPO
Are these common "failures" on x5's? or is 02 a lemon year?
I am coming up to my 60k service. The dealer quoted me $800. Based on what I have read here I am assuming I will need CV boots too. Can someone give me the dealer price on replacing cv boots? My CPO runs out this coming February. Anything specific I should look to have replaced before my CPO ends?
Also anyone have a beige "old style" cargo cover they want to sell? The one I have has stains and a tear.
Thanks in Advance!
Andrew
2002 x5 5spd Sport
1978 Porsche 911SC
1978 Ferrari 308 GT4
1993 Mazda Miata
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Yes, my 2002 X5 5-speed has had similar problems... I've even had an engine rebuild at 52k miles, (needed new piston rings and gaskets) In addition to your problems, I have had the ignitor for both xenon lights go bad (one replaced under original warranty, the other CPO would not cover) I have not had problems with the alternator or battery yet though and have minimal problems with water leaking.. you'll also need new belts (ie. a/c, serpentine etc)
My CV boots tore at 68k miles and I had the clutch done at 52k miles since the tranny had to come out anyway for the engine rebuild.. CV boots are not covered under CPO... I paid $560 at an independent mechanic for the CV boots job.. If you wait until the clutch starts slipping before you replace it, you'll have to replace the dual mass flywheel as well, which is $$$..
I'd forego the $800 60k mile inspection 2 from the dealer and get this done at an independent mechanic... Basically all it entails is: oil change, new fuel filter, and cabin filter.. Good luck with your car, I'm getting rid of mine before the CPO is up...