I lack a lot of info, but I'll do my best. My brother has a 2008/09 x3, there's been oil leaks and he had 2 gaskets replaced at different times. Now there's olddd oil, and new(?) or newish oil. Looking for easiest+cheapest way to diagnose if there's a problem now. Can't afford compression test...

BMW 2011 E90 N55 335i AT Gasket with part number 11617588624 shows on Real OEM as part #3 on following diagram but after removing intake manifold I don't see anywhere it would go. Has anyone used this part and can describe where it goes...

Hi all, My 1998 328i overheated today, and I have a couple questions as I try to diagnose what to fix next. First Overheat The car overheated when my mom was driving it a few weeks ago (slight uphill on the freeway). Fan Clutch Replacement Today, I replaced the fan clutch, hoping that might...

Hello all, I am new to this forum and to BMW ownership in general. I recently became the proud new owner of a '95 525i sedan. Unfortunately, the rubber trim around the outside of the rear windshield is missing, leaving just the clips that held it in place and the edge of the glass exposed. Right...

I just replaced the VCG on my 2014 F15 with the N55 engine and everything went right, I'm sure that the VCG is not leaking any more, however I still see smoke in the engine area, very light, not the amount of smoke when the VCG was damaged, is any other source for leaking oil on the F15 or the...

I have a 2011 328i sedan with around 105k miles We've had an oil leak problem for a while now. First we took it to the dealership, then a different BMW mechanic shop, they said the last mechanic had left the oil filter cap loose. So we get the car back from them, and it is still leaking oil. We...

Hi guys. My 2007 X5 4.8i is our winter vehicle. So I am fixing it these days. I got an oil leak through oil thermostat gasket, so I am trying to change it. The procedure requires removing the alternator. Upon removal of all things like braces, wires, bolts etc. I have the alternator ready...

Hello there, here it's the issue on my son's car, it's a 2011 335i with the n55 engine. Replaced recently the oil pan gasket, the oil filter housing gasket and the valve cover gasket, and 3 days ago the car started dripping oil directly into the bottle shape part of the catalytic converter, I...

Hey Everyone, I am replacing the head gasket on my 1996 BMW Z3 1.9l after blowing it earlier this summer. I sent the head off to be shaved and have a valve job. I recently received the head back and am currently installing it. Here is my question... I am using the Chilton Guide #18400, and on...

Okay so the last few days I have been doing an oil housing gasket on my e39 530i. None the less got it all together it still leaks so I re seated the gasket and used an extremely thin layer of sealant on top just to make things extra good. Currently waiting the the sealant to cure before I start...

hey guys hope someone can help me - a week ago i had a whistling coming from the valve cover - I changed out the valve cover gaskets 11127582245 - N52 valve cover gasket set 11127552280 - N52 eccentric shaft sensor seal 11127559699 - N52 Valvetronic gasket whistle went away -...

Hi Folks, My oil pan gasket seems to be leaking at a pretty good clip. Last time it was at the dealer they quoted ~$2200 to replace. It sounds like there may be some suspension disassembly involved, but this still seems steep. Does anyone have any DIY info and/or experience on replacing this...

Hey guys had a diagnostics done today came back this was my most urgent repair. Engine oil pan gasket priced at $2370.43. I have no leaks and maintain a good oil change record with her. This doesn't appear to be a major issue for me. How could this be affecting my car elsewhere if so. Of course...

These forums have saved me thousands of dollars and I always look at multiple threads to get ideas. My new-to-me 2009 X5 4.8i (E70) developed a bad oil leak coming from behind the alternator. Almost every post identified the alternator bracket for models without an oil cooler. Mine HAS an oil...

Here is the video, hope this helps someone doing the job next. I have done many repairs and this one was a nightmare. Mostly, as some members on here said, due to extreme lack of space. Basically, the whole repair is hinged on removing parts just to gain access to a couple bolts (terrible...

Are there any PC based or laptop compatible programs to be found to help me fix my '06 330 xi? I'm not rich. I need decently priced/free software to fix this connection issue and get to the source of my engine problems.

Hi, My 2007 e60 auto transmission gear sleeve has leakage, looks like it's gasket needs to be replaced. Do I need to replave the mechatronics as well or just gasket replacement is enough? Also how much gear oil I need to buy? BMW charging me alot for labour so I am thinking to buy the original...

Hi All, I need some help. I have been having a minor oil leak for a while now. Since it was minor I was waiting for the next oil service due date to have it checked. The dealership said oil was leaking from the valve cover gasket and vacuum pump. They are suggesting to change both the right and...

Hi folks, Last week, I noticed very small leak in my BMW oil CARTIER (where my idrive screen indicated no loss in oil and no faults in any system). I sent it to the garage and they said they have to change something called 'cartier/cartridge gasket' and then replace the old oil with a new one...

I am new to german world of engineering. I recently just purchased an E90 06 325i. It has 66k miles on it. I took it to a mechanic to run a thorough inspection on it. They told me that I need the oil filter gasket replaced as well as valve cover gasket replaced. They saw a small leak or...