Oh, and just in case anyone was wondering... yes, in my case, replacing the actuation unit solved everything. Oddly enough, I checked the manufacture date on the "new" one (actually a used one I got off eBay for $75), and it was 07/99. Odd how it is still working when my original built in 12/02 failed. My advice is live with it until you can find one either on eBay or a local salvage yard from a seller who doesn't quite know the value.

EDIT: Don't use part -869, use -867. -869 (from a 2004 E83) didn't work for me, even though EPC says it's compatible.

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Gone, but not forgotten:
2003 X5 3.0i - 135k - the most expensive club in the world.
Premium, Cold Climate, Rear Climate

Service History

Mods and Retrofits: Satellite radio, MediaBridge, DEPO HIDs + LED AEs, M-B W164 rear-light mod, clear corners, BSW x108 Subwoofer System, illuminated door handles, titanium grill, compass/auto-dim mirror

Traded 9/1/16 -- 5UXFA53533LV80809 -- If you know his whereabouts, please contact me.