Thread: Rattling noise while idling!!!
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Old 05-27-2009, 08:02 AM
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Originally Posted by jtvalusn69 View Post
How did your mechanic say he fixed the problem? Is it something we can adjust, or is it one of those mythical things only dealerships can fix? Thanks.
That part would be the "DISA flap", and can be changed easily DIY with no other work needed afterwards. It is simply held on with 2 t40 torx bolts.

#7

RealOEM.com BMW E53 X5 3.0i Intake manifold system

And that would be for the noise if it is coming from the intake side of the engine...

#7 in this link could be the source of some exhaust rattles from underneath

RealOEM.com BMW E53 X5 3.0i CENTER SILENCER
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