Did you use OEM mesh grill inserts? I (like many others) need to do this too but don't really want to spend a lot on OEM grills only to have a bird smash through them again a few days later...! :confused:

I have some alloy mesh I want to use but haven't yet found the time to look at how it might be mounted in the bumper.

PO had bad wear on inside of rear tires. Checked all rear suspension ball joints and bushings. Looked good so going in for an alignment this week.


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There was just enough of my original remaining to read a part number. I cross referenced it to 51117005800, and ordered this inexpensive aftermarket version on ePay:

New Bumper Cover Grille for BMW x5 BM1036145 2000 to 2003 | eBay

It fit fine, and I don't imagine it will be any less fragile than the obviously flimsy OEM version.

I used my invaluable little Bissell portable, which is very similar to this currently available model: https://www.bissell.com/little-green...-cleaner-14259

Perhaps I should clarify though: I used the word "steam" since it's commonly associated with any form of carpet cleaning, but my little unit only heats the water vs. boiling it. That said, I couldn't imagine having dogs, kids, or used vehicles without one.

Thanks for the tip. I have a facelift model, which has three seperate mesh grills, so it's a lot more $$ to fix (all three are broken). :confused:

My 4.8 loves to hate me - Code P0305, Misfire on cylinder 5. Engine shaking like a quivering purse-dog, but less powerful.

I called around a bit and it looks like Amazon is my best bet. Today's shopping list for ignition plus some odds and ends:

• Bosch ignition coil ($25)
• NGK (4294) IZFR6H11 Laser Iridium Plugs
• K&N Air Filter ($45)
• Castrol 03085 EDGE Extended Performance 10W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil ($26)
• Misc tools and antiseize

I think the NGK Iridium Ix Spark Plug (BKR6EIX) you want is #6418? Advance Auto had it for $5.99 or something when I bought mine a couple wes ago.

I'd also stay away from those oil intake filters. But that's personal preference. The normal filter does it's job and without the oil mess that can lead to MAF issues.

I won't get into an oil debate so i'll leave it here.

I did some additional digging on the plugs - according to NGK my 4.8 needs either the 4294 or 6441. Either way, the ones I ordered where an Amazon fit not OEM. Thanks for pointing it out - order tweaked and $30 saved. :D

Who Haah!!! Installed Dinan stage 3A engine software and Engine Trans Software. My X5 is a totally new X. I have never met this character before. OMG. the trans is such a better shifting program then the stock software. 50% off on Dinan software this was a no brainer.

^^That's amazing! I wanted the Stage 3 engine software but the $850 for the throttle body not worth it to me