X5 stalled/set codes while being inspected!

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I forgot to mention that I also used my multimeter to test the motor windings, It showed OL-open loop, which I believe means there is a break in the circuit, and the motor is faulty and will not work. So, time to order one.

Again, my X5 is a 3.0i, and there was no "prime" either at the inspection station, nor now, under test. I guess I won't have to use stating fluid, sprayed into the intake boot, to see if it'll fire up, or even try to (my usual test for ignition spark when I don't want to take out plugs or use a spark checker tool...which I can't seem to locate, of course). Following 80stech's advice, I won't be testing the pump outside the tank...I have a reputation as both accident prone, and a bit of a fire hazard (BBQ starting incidents).

From what you guys are saying, you've bought replacement pump motors and had trouble with installing them into the old housing, or had to modify them for fit??? So, I will get a Hella pump assembly, to drop straight in, and because it is half the price of the Delphi, and a third (or less than the BMW OEM assembly's price). Beggars can't be choosers!