2004 BMW X5 4.8is - Shifter Cable

[Rstuf]

So unfortunately my mechanic made me aware that I cannot just replace the shifter cable (it doesnt disconnect from the shifter itself) so I had to get a whole new assembly. With that said I purchased the whole set, shifter plus cable that came out of a 2005 E53 3.0i and the cable is to short, I'm away so I cant see for myself but has anyone had this issue? I was told they we're universal within the 2004-2006 E53's, supposedly the cable I need is 32 inches and the cable from the 3.0 is only 30 inches.... Potentially just the transmission setup difference between the 3.0i vs the 4.8is? Any help would be appreciated