Cracked cam positioning sensor.

[2004_BMWX5_4.4i]

Originally Posted by racingbmwm3

Pictures? It shouldn't affect the sensor right away, you'll know if you get a SES light though. Long term, it will allow dirt/contamination inside the sensor which will degrade its sensabilities. So, plan on replacing it at some point in the future if you don't do it now.

I agree. My mechanic cracked/broke my sensor while doing some other work and he felt it was important enough to replce it which he paid for.

[LeiZ]

This sensor caused my X to stall when going over a speed bump, or sharp turn at low speed, not mentioning the fear of not knowing when the car will stall again.

Once I changed it, symptoms all gone! So I would say this is a safety critical part. Change it!

Originally Posted by 2004_BMWX5_4.4i

I agree. My mechanic cracked/broke my sensor while doing some other work and he felt it was important enough to replce it which he paid for.