Alternator Bracket Leak and other maintenance

[Kevin5797]

I have a 2006 X5 4.4i that seems to have the famous alternator bracket gasket leak. The X5 has 82,000 miles on it. I bought it at 52,000 miles.

Since I have owned the vehicle, I have replaced the vacuum pump gasket, coolant reservoir, and changed the power steering hose clamps under the reservoir.

Since I am going to have a lot of things torn apart for the alternator gasket- what else should I do while I'm in there?

Cooling System refresh, belts, plugs, etc? If cooling system, does the radiator need to go as well? Or am I good with water pump, thermostat and hoses?

I also have a 2005 325Ci and have done a lot of work on it -including VCG, transmission fluid/filter, cooling system refresh, and CCV. So I feel comfortable hitting a lot of projects while I'm in there.

Thanks for any advice you might have.

[garrett.fell]

Maybe motor mounts since you need to remove one anyway?


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[electricalserv x5]

I just did mine, on the alternator check the pulley , I changed my diff fluids front and back...........if You are doing the job be careful........take Your time with it.