Not only were they very professional and helpful they also were very knowledgeable about everything. One point to add about image 16: on my 2005 745, there is a hex bolt behind the steering pump that ties it to the bracket. These type of comments add so much to the Pelican tech community. . I'm stuck at removing the last bolt of the alternator bracket. Figure 26 shows the plugs in place. I was hesitant to perform this due to the scary 8-10 hours labor to replace.
Here's the fundamental flaw: you absolutely have to take your eyes off the road to change settings, because the only way to know where you are in the iDrive system is to look at the screen. Unfortunately, the iDrive is a step backwards from intuitive, simple and well-placed knobs that can be operated almost instinctively. No need to drop the subframe. Open the hood and remove the upper front engine covers. Love it, and will buy another one.
Looks like I will be changing the valve cover and timing gear cover gaskets. Started up and no leaks. Raise the engine enough to remove the mounting arm. That meant I had to replace that leaking alternator bracket seal as well. Remove the belt drive tensioner using a 17mm socket and breaker bar.
If it changes, you may be onto something. That will save you from having to buy a new axle nut, as they are not reusable. January 6, 2015 Followup from the Pelican Staff: Thanks for the additional info. I only have 80,000 miles on my beloved 2008! November 14, 2015 Followup from the Pelican Staff: You don't have a choice if it is leaking again. January 19, 2016 Followup from the Pelican Staff: X-drove has space restrictions and oil cooler lines have to come out.
I am in the process of replacing valve stem seals and front timing gaskets. With your catch bottle in hand pull the hose from the reservoir red arrow and catch the remaining fluid from the reservoir in the bottle, carefully turn the hose upside down and pour the fluid from the hose into the bottle. You tune in a new radio station someone told you about. November 25, 2015 Followup from the Pelican Staff: Thanks for the follow up. Unfortunately, all they ended up doing was distracting from what would probably be a very nice-driving car. Compliments are non-stop and folks always think my car is brand new! The Pelican community does it again.
Reinstalling the alternator caused so much heartache. The Pelican community does it again. If several mobile phones are detected at the same time, only the phone last selected can connect with your car. At the same time, I have chosen to do the center cooling tube and valley pan gasket. This sedan is not only beauty on wheels, but it is surprisingly quick and nimble.
January 29, 2014 Followup from the Pelican Staff: Is there power at the socket? Is that a job I should do while all this is off? To all: the power steering unit has a hex bolt on the back that must be removed before it will slide off of the front bolt. Once you accept the fact that it's a big car, you have to admit that the driving experience of the 745Li is quite wonderful. Have had worse things on cars. But I'm probably looking at a total of 4 hours from start to finish after I do an oil change as well. At the front of the engine you will need to remove two 13mm bolts along with a T45 Torx bolt.
Though they are widely distributed throughout the industry, and their quality rivals that of the German and Japanese lighting giants, they do almost no marketing, instead pouring every dollar into the development and optimization of their Head Light Bulb line. I wish I had known about resetting the alternator bushing. I have an 05 X5 4. Though they are widely distributed throughout the industry, and their quality rivals that of the German and Japanese lighting giants, they do almost no marketing, instead pouring every dollar into the development and optimization of their Fog Lamp Bulb line. Hey, no problem, just started taking the x-drive off, and got 3 of the 4 bolts need to move the x-drive system out of the way. Leave the actual sensor in the air duct and take care that nothing comes in contact with the sensor surface. I had a full complement of tools and access to a lift.
Yes, definitely remove the oil cooler lines and fitting component before attempting to remove the upper left motor mount torx bolt - it's the difference between heaven and hell! The result is the unsung hero of automotive lighting and favorite of automotive enthusiasts in the know; Nokya Pro-Halogens. On the 7-Series there are eight Torq screws holding the metal plate over the radiator on. Can I buy a used one, I called a bmw indy and they say they are vin coded and I cannot use a used one. February 2, 2017 Followup from the Pelican Staff: Thanks for the additional info and feedback. Also, I do have the oil cooler. Of course, for 77 grand, it ought to be.
These type of comments add so much to the Pelican tech community. That is an interesting solution, I imagine if a crush washer is used, the sea would last quite a while. I swear there are no more bolts, every hole is empty and the bracket still won't move. Give our parts specialists a call at 1-888-280-7799. Contact me for more information.