If the boots are ripped and grease is being thrown out (look on your wheel), then water and grit can get in. Not a good thing. Get it fixed asap.

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2016 X5 40e Mineral White/Black Dakota Leather, ZLL, ZCW, ZDA, ZDB, ZPP, multi contour seats, rear side window shades, HK stereo
2011 E90M3, 6-speed manual