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Q My 2007 X3 has intermittent pushrod lifter noise on the initial start up until the engine reaches full operating temperature. The frequency can vary from once every two to three months to sometimes twice a month. This all started two weeks after I purchased the vehicle new. The dealer told me that the noise Continue reading BMW N52 6 Cylinder Engine Tappet Noise Add 5 HP and 2.5 lbs. x ft. torque to your BMW X5- 00-06; 5-Series- 97-08; 6-Series- 04-08 V8 The aFe Silver Bullet throttle body spacers create turbulence in the air flow at the point just prior entry into the engine increasing horsepower, torque and improving throttle response and fuel efficiency. Silver Bullet throttle body spacers are constructed Continue reading aFe Silver Bullet Throttle Body Spacer This is the first in a series of articles designed to help you save money by showing you how to perform some basic inspections yourself. Not only will you save by not paying someone to perform the inspection, you’ll be able to identify potential issues/repairs before they become an expensive problem. In this article we Continue reading Preventive maintenance, part 1 – under the hood. Q I have an ’02 X5 3.0i. When I start the vehicle, white smoke comes out of the exhaust. Is it just moisture? Is it from a bad oxygen/fuel mixture? If so, do I need a new oxygen sensor? I’ve also recently had to add about 3 quarts of oil every 2-3 months in between Continue reading White smoke from X5 exhaust Q Various sources tell me not to replace transmission fluid – just wait for the tranny to burn out because, if I change the oil, it will destroy the transmission. I also have an X5 with 60,050 miles. Neither BMW dealer in my area will change the fluid, saying, “It’s lifetime.” I asked two local Continue reading Automatic transmission sluggish, slipping II |
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