Thanks to both of you amacman and Boston X5 - The videos helped. although it seems easier to get to the rear of the M62 in the E38..
I am going to attempt to replace these parts this weekend with the help of a mirror.. As you can tell from the picture, its not easy to get to the rear of the intake. Maybe try to remove the cabin air filter housing area?
I found the list of parts that needs to be changed at
RealOEM.com * BMW E53 X5 4.4i Crankcase-Ventilation/oil separator
the part list is:
No. Description Supplement Qty From Up To Part Number Price Notes
01 OIL SEPARATOR 1 11151705237 $33.39
02 Bracket 1 11151705238 $3.37
03 Hex bolt M6X12 2 07119913013 $1.22
04 Vent hose 1 11157556837 $30.16 +core
05 Vent hose 1 11157556838 $30.16 +core
06 Hose clamp 23,9-27,1 2 11631716970 $0.79
07 Hose clamp L16-30 1 64218367179 $1.07
08 Hose clamp L18-24 1 07129952109 $1.07
09 Oil return hose 1 11151438302 $5.12
10 Hose clamp 15.5-18MM 1 16131179065 $0.67
11 Hose clamp L15-19 1 07129952107 $0.93
12 Oil return hose 1 11157560068 $10.13
13 Hose clamp 8-9.5MM 2 16131379229 $0.72
14 OILRETURNPIPE 1 11157520742 $156.13
15 HOLLOW BOLT M12X1,5X33 1 11151438305 $5.80
16 Gasket ring 12X15,5 2 13821432344 $0.53
Not sure if I also need part 11 61 7 508 541 which is the Intake Manifold Cover Rear with Non-Return Valve. Any ideas?
I also noticed both of your responses on the following post. Helpful information...
http://www.xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-foru...-failsafe.html
Thanks again!