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Old 08-10-2009, 02:32 AM
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2001 X5 3.0 - Steering Rack Leaking!

hi guys.

today i just realized my steering rack (rack and pinion?) is leaking fluids on the left side. the entire rubber boot is soaked. had no problems 6 months ago when i had the cv boot replaced on that side.

did some research, and found this online for a steering rack boot kit:

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anyone have any ideas as to if this kit can save me the need for an entirely new (or refurb) steering rack?

if not, where shall i go about for a cheaper alternative for a refurb one? the prices vary so much online. not sure about the quality.

currently the car drives with no problems - steering is not affected in any way.

any help is greatly appreciated. thanks!
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Old 08-10-2009, 05:17 AM
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you will eventually feel the steering is getting harder to turn until one day it stops working on power assist completely. I had my cars rack work done recently and my car only has 14000 miles. For some weird reason Bangladesh BMW did not give me this part warranty , so $4000 gone !
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Old 08-10-2009, 07:36 AM
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you need a rack rebuild kit, not the boot. and to my knowledge, the rebuild kit is not available.
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bummer. looks like this is going to get expensive.

has any one had experience from any online retailers for a remanufacturered part? any recommendations?

also, has anyone come across any instructions/tips/DIY for replacing one of these?

thanks!
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I wouldn't consider this a diy
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thanks for your input. time to find myself a repair shop.
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thanks for your input. time to find myself a repair shop.
order the part from getBMWparts.com or crevier bmw, or

"Please send your request to [email protected] and I will reply back with price and billing information. Must mention E60.NET to receive the discount and no technical questions please. You may also contact me at 401-847-9600 ext. 2448."---- as posted on 5 Series Forum, but he does provide other BMW parts.

and take it to a local BMW authorized shop who will do it, dont go to BMW SF, they are so rude, Sonnen BMW is very good service .
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