X5 E70 N52 Known Issues?

[mejim707]

Originally Posted by AlphaBetaX5

I purchased a $20 pink diaphragm valve, and replaced it during the eccentric shaft sensor job!

Works beautifully!

You have to use a chisel to detach and remove the old one (which is integrated into the valve cover and glue the new one to the housing. Saves you $300-400)



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Woah really? That takes some balls haha, I wouldn't trust glue to hold up under those temps and with the oil. How long ago was that? But yes, I replaced the cover and it ran me about $350. Took a number of hours to complete the job though. Did you get any pics of your valve cover fix?

[AlphaBetaX5]

Originally Posted by mejim707

Woah really? That takes some balls haha, I wouldn't trust glue to hold up under those temps and with the oil. How long ago was that? But yes, I replaced the cover and it ran me about $350. Took a number of hours to complete the job though. Did you get any pics of your valve cover fix?

It’s been over six months now.

I used high temp RTV to keep it in place. Also there is a metal bracket that keeps the valve in place. No way that valve goes loose or becomes faulty.



Pictures .... probably not. Will look in my old pictures...


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[mejim707]

The X5 is still running like new. I drive 60 - 70 miles a day in this beautiful machine. Smooth and powerful to date. I really can't feel a difference between when I first bought the ole girl and now.

Since my initial post to now, the few issues I've had were;

1. ~200k: Cat codes of death! P0420 P0430. Solved with spark plug non-foulers. Easy job, and saved $3195. You'll need at least 1.5" non-foulers. What you'll find at the local stores will not have the depth you'll need, even if you drill. Get them on Amazon.

2. P0015. Easy fix. Simply remove the exhaust Vanos. Spray with mis airflow sensor cleaner. Toggle the solenoid with a 9 volt battery. (Don't leave connected!) Reinstall.

Thats it! No leaks no nothing. When I was under the car for the catalytic converter code fix it's clean! The way these vehicles are build is truly remarkable. Sure, you pay a little extra, but they can last so much longer than chaperons cars if you maintain them.

I love my X5! 215,000 now, and I will see 300,000 with no trouble.

The ultimate driving machine!

[Viktimize]

Good to hear you're still running strong. I have 265,000Km, been sorting out some gremlins till it's perfect.

I have the P0012 code myself, already ordered a new solenoid. Going to do the VCG same time as it's leaking.

[Aquamania]

Originally Posted by mejim707

The X5 is still running like new. I drive 60 - 70 miles a day in this beautiful machine. Smooth and powerful to date. I really can't feel a difference between when I first bought the ole girl and now.

Since my initial post to now, the few issues I've had were;

1. ~200k: Cat codes of death! P0420 P0430. Solved with spark plug non-foulers. Easy job, and saved $3195. You'll need at least 1.5" non-foulers. What you'll find at the local stores will not have the depth you'll need, even if you drill. Get them on Amazon.

2. P0015. Easy fix. Simply remove the exhaust Vanos. Spray with mis airflow sensor cleaner. Toggle the solenoid with a 9 volt battery. (Don't leave connected!) Reinstall.

Thats it! No leaks no nothing. When I was under the car for the catalytic converter code fix it's clean! The way these vehicles are build is truly remarkable. Sure, you pay a little extra, but they can last so much longer than chaperons cars if you maintain them.

I love my X5! 215,000 now, and I will see 300,000 with no trouble.

The ultimate driving machine!

I am on Amazon and I don't see the spark plug non-foulers. Where are you looking?

[mejim707]

Originally Posted by Aquamania

I am on Amazon and I don't see the spark plug non-foulers. Where are you looking?

Hey aquamania, these are the ones I used and they worked like a charm.

Spacers: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07H2DNRNZ/

The entire job takes about a half hour - 45 minutes. You'll need to remove the panel under the car and get a O2 sensor removal tool to get oneof the O2 sensors out.

[Aquamania]

Originally Posted by mejim707

Hey aquamania, these are the ones I used and they worked like a charm.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The entire job takes about a half hour - 45 minutes. You'll need to remove the panel under the car and get a O2 sensor removal tool to get oneof the O2 sensors out.

Thanks a bunch for this!!!

[BGM]

Originally Posted by mejim707

I love my X5! 215,000 now, and I will see 300,000 with no trouble.

The ultimate driving machine!

Geez I have an '08 as well and just hit 100K last weekend. I think mine will turn into dust before I ever get to 215K.

[Aquamania]

Originally Posted by mejim707

The X5 is still running like new. I drive 60 - 70 miles a day in this beautiful machine. Smooth and powerful to date. I really can't feel a difference between when I first bought the ole girl and now.

Since my initial post to now, the few issues I've had were;

1. ~200k: Cat codes of death! P0420 P0430. Solved with spark plug non-foulers. Easy job, and saved $3195. You'll need at least 1.5" non-foulers. What you'll find at the local stores will not have the depth you'll need, even if you drill. Get them on Amazon.

2. P0015. Easy fix. Simply remove the exhaust Vanos. Spray with mis airflow sensor cleaner. Toggle the solenoid with a 9 volt battery. (Don't leave connected!) Reinstall.

Thats it! No leaks no nothing. When I was under the car for the catalytic converter code fix it's clean! The way these vehicles are build is truly remarkable. Sure, you pay a little extra, but they can last so much longer than chaperons cars if you maintain them.

I love my X5! 215,000 now, and I will see 300,000 with no trouble.

The ultimate driving machine!

This is great to hear. I am planning on keeping mine for a long time also. I have 135,000+ miles on mine. I drive it maybe twice a week now. I use my 04 Tahoe as my daily. DC streets are brutal on a car.

[Viktimize]

Originally Posted by mejim707

Hey aquamania, these are the ones I used and they worked like a charm.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The entire job takes about a half hour - 45 minutes. You'll need to remove the panel under the car and get a O2 sensor removal tool to get oneof the O2 sensors out.

Link no work.

What's wrong with a combination wrench for removing O2 sensors?