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2001 X5 3.0 - Steering Rack Leaking!
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: OEM Volvo Volkswagen BMW Mercedes Parts 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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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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2004 E53 X5 Sterling Gray 4.4i, Nappa Leather, Sunroof, Comfort Seats, TV, 6CD, Rear Window Blinds, iPod, HiFi Audio, Bi Xenon, Cruise Control, Bluetooth , soon to get BMW 20" Cross Spoke 177, 4.8is Wheel Arch Retrofit , 4.8is rear bumper trim, exhaust tip, 4.8is front bumper |
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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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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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2004 E53 X5 Sterling Gray 4.4i, Nappa Leather, Sunroof, Comfort Seats, TV, 6CD, Rear Window Blinds, iPod, HiFi Audio, Bi Xenon, Cruise Control, Bluetooth , soon to get BMW 20" Cross Spoke 177, 4.8is Wheel Arch Retrofit , 4.8is rear bumper trim, exhaust tip, 4.8is front bumper |
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