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No choice but to subscribe. Explaining every step in clear english along with bolt sizes etc. What more could you ask for. Great job and great video presentation.
Thanks William, appreciate that!
Thread size? geez... ;-)
Surprisingly smooth repair. Only minor differences with the 2004 X3 w/3.0i. Electric fan rather than mechanical. Removal was plastic dowel on left side, #25 Torx on right side. Power steering pump only had two bolts, no hidden bolt. No secondary pump. Thank you Bimmer Zeit...!!!
I've viewed a couple other videos concerning this gasket replacement and this one is by far the best!! Thank god I found this one... thank you for the links and making it!!
Just finished mine on an E46. Pig of a job, getting the old gasket out was difficult as I didn't own any "picks". If you're gonna tackle this job, invest in a set before you start, will make life much simpler!!!
I just changed out the gasket today. Excellent video with a great explanation of steps and tools to use. Extremely helpful. Thanks so much for creating this video.
Torque spec is 22 nm on the housing bolts
Thank you been wondering this the whole time !
Great video, and very helpful. As mentioned earlier, the M54 in the E83 X3 is easier as there is an electric fan. Alternator was a breeze. After reconnecting the battery, the 4X4 light was on. A google search led to simply cranking the steering wheel lock to lock to make it go off. Definitely a good time to replace the serpentine belt and idler pulleys, as you mentioned.
Excellent video, very clear footage presentation and directions on a difficult job. I just replaced my belts and thermostat and it looks like this oil leak I noticed is the oil filter canister. So off goes everything again, (plus this time the alternator, power steering pump, resevoir, etc.) all to replace a damn gasket!! Makes you wonder why BMW did't have a simple spin on filter! Thanks for the tips and making it look smooth!
Thank you so much this is beyond helpful. I obssess over fixing my x5 so often and this put me at ease.That sneaky bolt was stripped and kept kicking belts. i ordered a new housing.
You explain everything so clearly and exact, followed instructions and had it done in 3 hours, thanks.
Fantastic tutorial, thank you so much for your time and effort putting this video together. Helped me a lot with replacing my oil filter housing Gasket on my 2002 X5 3.0i . Not a lot of unnecessary taking and you covered everything in sufficient detail with excellent camera work. Awesome video very informative and helpful.
Really very good presentation. Clear, descriptive, simple steps. Thank you very much.
Just completed the job this weekend. Referred to the video several times. Very helpful, the job went off without a hitch, thank you. One thing I thought I would point out is that on the serpentine belt tensioner there is a way to hold it in the slack position. Use the 16 mm socket on the "nut" that is part of the tensioner casting to slacken the tension, insert a 6mm drill into the hole on the tensioner, then gently release. The pin holds the tensioner. I found this very useful as I could replace the belt without struggling - when I was ready I applied torque to the "nut" and removed the drill bit.
I certainly was more comfortable doing the OFHG after watching this video! I replaced the gasket and VANOS oil line with no issues! Thanks for the help!
Michael Fisher so glad to hear it! 👍🏻
Another awesome vid. Praise. I now fully appreciate how lucky I am that the dealership did this job on my X3 shortly before I bought it. : ) Even if I don't have to do the specific job it's still good for me to watch your videos - it is helpful to observe a calm and not-confused DIYer - in contrast to my own style. But seriously, very educational - thanks.
Thanks man, really appreciate it! That is lucky, I believe an M54 oil filter housing gasket is over $900 at the dealer!
Thank you for being very descriptive in the presentation. You are very thorough!
Nice video no bs. Thanks for the speedups for the non important parts. Thumbs up! I've been battling with finding this leak for over a year :O
Very complete and well paced
Thank you so much for this wonderful video. I enjoyed changing my oil filter housing gasket with your video. One of the best video. Thanks
Congrats on getting it done, and thank you!
Great video. Clear and concise. About to undertake this on mine soon :)
Nicely done....they don't come any better than this ! Liked/Subscribed !
Superb video and clear narration . . . thanks!
Thanks for the video. very detailed. Can you also do a oil thermostat leak as well. my X5 has leaks but not sure where? Is there a way of telling?
Nice camera work here. Thanks so much.
Fantastic video.
Great job. One thing though, could you list the torque specs? Thank you you are a life saver! Did a great job!
Great video. Thank you
Do you have to remove the Power Steering Pump? I've seen other DIY and this wasn't done. Thanks.
Thanks...made me more comfortable on tackling this
speedshiftr88 awesome! Just take your time and give yourself two days to complete. Start early Saturday and finish up on Sunday 👌🏻
Good job
god dam it!!! I was trying too find the leak/// thanks soo much.. I didn't that oil thing have oil seal..
the tensioner is allen/hex key? That explains why the torx has been such a loose fit.
Merhabalar, filitre haznesin içinde oil durması gerekiyormu yoksa kartere inmesimi gerekir ? Ilk marşta oil lambası yaniyor bu durumdan olabilirmi
Thank you
Great video, the only thing that was not fully clear to me, is it necessary to replace the Vanos line? Thanks
Eddy Desnelle you don’t have to unless yours is damaged in removal. However I recommend new washers for the bango bolt.
I would definitely replace it. It's really cheap, and it is also a source of oil leaking as the rubber breaks down. BMW procedure recommends replacing it along with the OFHG job. While you're in there, what's another $20 or so anyway?
What torque spec have you used?
whats the part number for the vanos line banjo bolt and washers???? i need this before i start mines.
You put the gasket round side down right? Flat side up?
Do you have to drain the oil to do this job?
No sealant needed? Great video btw. 22Nm for the bolts I think.
Which Doctor no sealant. Just the factory gasket
It would be handy if you would tell listeners the torque values for bolts
Great explanation, but I don’t know how your alternator just dropped in! Looking at mine it just doesn’t fit!!!🤬
tnks
What are the Torke spec. For the oil housing bolts?
From the top it look exactly like the 2004 X3 (3.0).... Will give it a go...!!!
Should be nearly identical. Let us know how it goes! Take some breaks in between, go slow, should be a good investment!
does the housing have water passage in it to cool the oil ? great DIY though
thanks, no it does not
As others have stated, Nice video, clear, concise, no F'n around... Just do it...
thanks bud, have a wonderful week
What is the torque spec for the housing bolts?
Very good content .. SUBS !!!!
ive done this on e46 and e53. not too bad
I have to drain the oil before to change the gasket or not
I noticed you went back in with your torque wrench on the housing. What's the torque rating on the housing bolts?
Yeah. did anyone ever reply with the tighten torque for the oil housing bolts?
TIGHTEN THEM AS HARD AS YOU CAN WITH OUT STRIPPING THE BOLTS. . NO ISSUES AT ALL.
Really nice video Bimmer Zeit. From multiple forum posts, BMW TIS lists 22 Nm or 16 lb-ft.
Is happening to me too on 525i. The leak is coming from above the Ac compressor, I don't know the name of the part but it looks like small cilindro with a 1"1/4 nut base. Is on your video.
The vanos unit?
Thanks for the video man. How many hours labour you reckon this takes ?
Alexander Harispuru I would say one full day maybe 8. I think I did this 4 hours on a Saturday then 3-4 hours to put back together on Sunday. It is not hard just long and time consuming.
@@BIMMERZEITT Thanks a lot for fast reply . What do you think about liqui moly 5w40 full synthetic for m54 engine with high mileage (210000 km ) or 10w40 semi synthetic?
@@alexanderharispuru1465 definitely liqui moly 5w-40
Hey bro if I'm missing an alignment dowell will it leak? Also what's the order for the bolts cause I have different lengths
It’s not something you want to do twice. Check realoem for part diagrams and numbers. Order the pin from your dealer or online, my .02!
@@BIMMERZEITT I did a bunch of research and went ahead and ordered the dowel thank you
Does this filter housing gasket fits my e53 2005 as well?? Not sure
Yes
Like every other job on the M54, 90% of the work is getting other stuff out of the way😁. This is, IMO, very much a "while I'm here..." - you can replace the VANOS line, the belt, and any noisy idler pulleys "while you're there..."👍
Definitely makes sense to do a bunch of repairs at once! Avoid all the tear downs!
Do I need to apply a sealant (rtv)?
No
Should take the intake off and replace coolant pipes at the same time. They rot and leak.
Dope video...clear and concise...can't stand these guys with the blah blah blah videos....just show me how to fix the dang car you jive turkey 😀😀😂👍
thanks Tommy!
Hi . Do you need to drain the oil for this job ?
Hi, no you do not need to drain the oil for this job. However, it is a good time to change your oil if you need to.
+BIMMER ZEIT great thanks you. Do you have any DIY on changing the gasket for the oil pan on x5?
Wladimir Barba I do not have that DIY. It is a very involved job. Probably one of the most difficult jobs out there!
How long did this take for you to do?
I would say the better part of a day. My suggestion would be to get half way through (several hours) on a Friday or Saturday night then re-assemble the next day (several hours).
I’m just going to leave this here. Helicoil m8x1.25 👍
at 2:26 i think you said it backwards, you said Righty Loosey, lefty tighty. Shouldn't it be righty tighty and left loosely?
No, the threads are opposite to the normal on the fan clutch. This is because of the direction the engine accessories run, so it tightens as the car is running. So threads are reversed.
@@BIMMERZEITT damn, i can't take it out. its so tight, Do you have any advise on how to loose that nut, I am doing right the opposite as you said.
Thanks for this video. I followed it to the letter and stopped the leak. I do have a question though. After I put everything back and test drove the car, I got 3 ses codes (p0014, p0491 and p0492). I checked all the plugs and everything is the way it was before. Is this something you've heard that can happen?
Thanks Ron. If you didn't have the codes before it's probably related to your work. I would recommend going back in for a check of your work, the connections are tight on the sensors and anything you moved out of the way. The intake boots etc were not torn (did you replace with old high mileage or new) - its easy to tear an old boot with mileage on it, brittle rubber. Of course these codes could be unrelated to the job, you know BMW's, it can happen. But just double check your work again when you're fresh. It's a long job and anyone can make a mistake that can trigger codes on a job like this.
If you own a M54 in 2021. I highly suggest getting an electric fan. I've probably removed the fan now 20 times in the past 3-4 years since I got the vehicle.
Thanks for the step by step video. I think I have the same issue with my 2005 X5. The service tech said he wasn't sure if the oil pan is leaking as well. He suggested to start with the "oil filter housing" first, then clean it up to see if there is any other leaking. The cost will be $598. To do the Oil pan job, he said that will be $1750.00 ouch!! Keeping my fingers cross that its only the oil filter housing gasket that is leaking oil.
Yes I would agree with your tech, the oil filter housing gasket should be your first step. It is easier and more cost effective to do this first, and it will definitely reduce your oil loss due to the leak. Every M54 engine needs the OFHG replaced after so many miles. The oil pan gasket is also likely leaking which is common. This sounds bad- but depending on how bad your oil pan leak is - it may make sense to just top it up with oil every few thousand miles and let it leak. $598 is an excellent quote for the OFHG job. It is usually around $850+ here in Connecticut. While your mechanic is in there, see how your drive belts are and cooling system such as the thermostat, water pump and radiator hoses.
I had the expansion tank replaced in Feb. 2016 and all the hoses connected to it were replaced. I will mention the other items to the tech as well. thanks, btw I have 135,000 miles on the x5.
Will this work on a m52 engine
Daniel Villanueva yes the m52tu is the same engine pretty much!
did you need to drain the oil
Surprisingly no, you don’t need to. However some oil is left in the filter housing that will drain through the check valve. Since it’s off may as well put in a new filter, in my opinion. German made filters are like $5-6 now for M54.
No Torque??
I have to change this one on e60, leaking like crazy, 1 liter of oil every 300 km.
Great, i have no longer oil leak but i lost cruise control...
why not showing how the engine runs after the fix?
Senad, the gasket leak isn't really a drivability or running issue - more of just a leak issue. It runs the same before and after this repair - just now without leaking so much oil!
Don’t you got to drain the oil first before removing the oil filter housing
No
Unplug the fucking negative battery terminal before starting or else you can easily short the battery+ out via the alternator positive wire
If your beamer sounds like a screaming baby on a cold start, its that idler hes talking about, definitley do that one while doing this job 25$ on amazon
It's a great vid but so much work to replace a simple $10 oil filter housing gasket it's ridiculous how complex BMWs make their cars
That 17mm PLASTIC bolt on the back of the Alternator stripped to a completely smooth circle on the first turn of the ratchet, I mean A FUCKING **PLASTIC** BOLT WHAT WHERE YOU THINKING BMW!!!
Noticed your a X3 sorry for such a roast but if it would the X5 which is what I searched. Why your video of the X3 in with X5 search results
Why ask whats happening?? I'm watching the video that's what's happening. Its not as though anyone can respond so why ask?
Hey bro, you have to change your perspective. I'm talking to everyone - my long time subscribers - and you as well! Let me know right here in the comments what you're working on or what's going on in your life. That's how you build community. Anyone actually can respond, with a comment, right here.
Would have been a great video if you showed everything. Remove these 2 hidden bolts, AND YOU DON"T SHOW IT!!
lol you can’t fit a camera in everywhere bro!
Very clear and precise video, have you looked at Fcpeuro.com very good company for OE, OEM parts with lifetime warranty. I've been using them for the past 6 months on my 04 X3 E83
Jonathon Blauvelt I go there all the time, 10 min from my house. They know me!
@@BIMMERZEITT Man if I was that close my wife would be mad at me.
This is going to be fun Not😃
You got this!!
That's funny dude if you was a real bimmer zeit then tell why u have to take out the air filter and alternator vehicle. All u have to do is get vehicle. And turn off the oil filter housing. Please tell u your not ASE Certified. Because u don't Know a Bimmer from a hole in the ground. I advise u to lift car on a lift if available and save yourself a hell of a lot of time. And call yourself a Bimmer Zeit. I'd call yourself don't Know crap about Bimmer anything. Do more bud before post anything Bimmer and I'll roast u again. And this is coming a Subaru Lover/ Owner and but I love Bimmers too. 🤣