Bmw x3 FAQ And DIY compilation

Great thread, I plan on using this a lot. New to X3, but not new to BMW's

Good instructions for Fuel Filter Replacement in E83 X3's:

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...22&postcount=3

This is just a quick one. I have to be honest, I did not search if something like it was already out there it's so quick!

Took me literally 3 minutes per side. Basically, tape off around your lights to avoid scratching the paint, apply product as directed, wipe clean, and voila! Nearly new looking side markers.

This was done on a 2007 X3 with about 52k miles.

I used this Blue Magic Headlight Lens Restorer with a microfiber cloth:



Driver's side before:



Driver's side after:



Passenger side before:



Passenger side after:

Gonna do this ASAP!! That looks a million times better.

Thanks for posting the pdf with the pictures. I'm stuck on Step 5. Can't get the old driving dog off. I see where a lip fits through the hole in the window and where the dog grips the rail. just can't get it off.

Originally Posted by x3&z3girl

Thanks for posting the pdf with the pictures. I'm stuck on Step 5. Can't get the old driving dog off. I see where a lip fits through the hole in the window and where the dog grips the rail. just can't get it off.

Seems it can be difficult getting the old one out and the new one in.

A light spray of lubricant might be the answer, especially for the new one.

Some ideas here, such as a helper to wiggle the glass, or having glass in best position:

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...9&postcount=19

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...0&postcount=38

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...5&postcount=47

Thank you for taking the time to respond! I went to the dealership and they popped the old one out and put the new one in for me. Now all I have to do is button it all up. The dealership parts dept gave me the driving dog for $30 on Friday. So a little frustration, but saved a bunch of money. I told them to blame it on those Bimmerfest guys for making it look so easy! lol

i don't know if this has been mentioned before, but it might be nice to add alandelucia's intake boot replacement guide

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=499471

Excellent 07-10 n52 valve cover replacement DIY:

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=682281