Water Pump & O2 Sensor DIY!?
 

Anyone know of where I can find a DIY write up on water pump and o2 sensor for a 2001 3.0?

Also do I need a special tool for the O2 sensor removal?

I tried looking in the articles seciton but no luck. Thanks guys!

They can and have been done by other DIYers. You need a O2 sensor adapter which you can get at any autoparts/tools supplier.
Have a look on the 3 & 5 series boards on the web as the procedure should be the same for all modern 3.0L engines.

here is an DIY for 3.0i on 3 series, but it the same for 3.0l X5
http://www.tuningemotion.com/forum/s...ead.php?t=2471

for o2 sensor you need this tool.


http://www.bavauto.com//assets/produ...ges/o/osw1.jpg(Click for a larger image) Makes removal of the old sensor and installation of the new sensor a snap. Turns easily using a 3/8 in square-drive ratchet or socket extension. The slotted design is made to fit over the sensor wire. For use on all Bosch brand oxygen sensors.

THANKS!
 

I found that same post! IT is very helpful. Thanks for confirming it will work for my engine.

Is it easy to locate each other O2 sensors if I find the headers on the passenger side?

i have it! I have done the water pump and thermostat replacement this week and will post DIY, can you give me until this weekend? I got pics as well.

I'm interested too. Thanks in advance

THANKS BIMMER 360
 

I look forward to it.

ok i finished the DIY. Here it is: http://www.xoutpost.com/x5-e53-forum/...d=1#post475348

WOW
 

This is Great Thanks!