Here is a link to the TSB
http://ww2.justanswer.com/uploads/na...103813_x5d.pdf

It's a known problem, they redesigned the cables in the handle. Dealers have drivers and passengers door handles in stock and change 10-20 a month, at least my dealer. I tried the antifreeze and the hole nine yards....it works for one freeze only. Mine broke so I had the dealer fix both sides at $885 because they both were freezing and not opening, it really effects all 4 door handles. BMW North America who I called because all Mini coppers had them recalled told me "TOUGH LUCK" car is to old. I told them thank you...my next car purchase wont be a BMW. I paid thousands to fix other problems that are wear and tear...at 83k no matter what the door handles should not break when the temp gets below 32 degrees. Yugo-X5...

Here is a link to the whole thread. http://www.xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-foru...sy-remedy.html

P.S. The gummipflege is like a Vaseline for rubber. It's used in extremely hot weather when the door gaskets get tacky and keeps the doors from sticking, 90's Honda also had this problem. It's also a good seal conditioner and general rubber lubricate.

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