Updates: Truck started fine today, temps in the teens. Door lock was frozen though. I locked it into place but was then unable to get out! I freaked out for most of the morning thinking about having to rip off he door panel or something. When I got back from my morning appointment I tried the door and it worked normally again. I took the truck into our service department and the boys filled all my tires (most were between 24-26lbs). Hopefully that will make for a nice smooth ride home. I replace the hood catch release assembly with the new handle. needed a T27 torx bit and a good ratchet to break it free. take down and install was under 5 minutes for the 2 bolts. They also were kind enough to top off my coolant. Hopefully I will get some heat and I wont find any unknown leaks. Fingers crossed! Contemplating when I can tackle the lock cylinder next.

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2001 BMW X5 3.0 5spd Sport
-aFe Intake
-E46 Sport seat retrofit with Heat
2007 Mini Cooper S 6spd