Bmw M57 M57N Vortex Breather Removal New Style/Crankcase Breather Valve Are You Using The Old Type ?

in this video we change out the common common failure point for smoke issues on the 530D 535D engine this little breather system that Bmw decided to change later on in the years is designed to feed the turbos with oil and get the excess oil out of the crankcase and deposit it back too the manifold to go back to the sump itself we change this out and I also show you the new style breather which bmw advise you change to to save your turbos and let your engine breathe better and run much smoother

[@wernerlourens4737]

Good day, I have recently taken over a 2002 X5 E53 M57 3.0D (right hand drive) from the in-laws after losing my job. The X5 has been standing for a while and to be honest I don't think it was well maintained. When we took it, there was little sign of smoke coming from the car but after the first 600km the smoke started pouring our from the back. I had a general service done and replaced some of the pipes that have started to perish due to the car standing in harsh sun hoping it was a leaky pipe or something similar. I have found employment again but this is the only mode of transport we have for a while so we need to make sure to take care of it. I am now looking to change the PCV but the locals (including 3 BMW dealerships) all tell me there is no different part for the 2002 models than the loo roll that is currently in there. It is completely clogged. Do you perhaps have a part number for me or a link where I can purchase the new complete unit and the housing? I will have to bring it into the country and want to make double sure I get the right part Thank you for a great video as well :-)

[@nishkardhunnie382]

Great video. I have a 320d e90 M47S engine. Uses oil only if driven hard. Burns black smoke. Turbo was checked; it's good. No software.

[@FlAvIuS861]

I'm thankful this video exist if wasn't you I wouldn't never change my vortex breather not to mention when I removed the old one someone took out the filter from the vortex ....unbelievable I drive my car like that for almost 2 years I think that's why my car was rough,running tanks again.

[@augusttiner3235]

Let's play doto?

[@drtrodis]

Hmm strange here in Germany almost everyone downgrades to the Vortex Filter. It is much more capable of filtering the oil than the zyklon (you just upgraded to). Even BMW suggest in Rheingold to downgrade. The only downside withthe vortex is, that you have to change it regularly (every 30.000 km - max. 50.000 km).

[@jebohim]

Masz absolutną racje, lepiej zamontować starszą wersję.

[@marioreichl7647]

Thank you for this info . I had vortex filter on e46 and had no problem. I will go for a new filter cartritge on my e90 M57 now.

[@aqib2000]

Can you share filter part bukber

[@iTCXtreme]

Simply, ABSOLUTE AWESOME 👌. Thank you for sharing.

[@markfitzgerald7556]

So essentially this is a Oil Catch Can ? Part Numbers would be greatly appreciated

[@robertdavies3048]

I have changed this twice myself and once at the garage. The first time was because of heavy smoke and BMW explained I need to change it. I have a 2003 X5 E53 and one I have changed is the old one you mention and have cast. I have just changed yesterday but I have never had this explained to me. So looks like I will have to do it again.😢 Since getting that smoke 5 years back. Now I am really paranoid with this filter. Thanks for that explaination!!! BMW did not tell me.

[@kurde2005]

one question i hace a 2007 e60 525 lci in my car is nothing inside do i have put this vortex inside or i dont need it?

[@jocalibusohump]

Wow good job sir.my 330cd now is black smoke at overtaking.156k miles now.I will do this when sunny days in wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿.thanks

[@maltiveru]

Dean, what if it is left empty? What would happen? Some e60 lci 530d came out from factory without it? Thx

[@chang2022]

I'm using 3.0d 12 years, in m57, first filter was much better in sepparating oil from gas, but one minus, freezing.

[@WaqasKhan-gk4kw]

After watching your vid, I've just ordered the same one. This new type should last longer compare to the old loo roll type. Good video, A*.

[@BMWDoctor]

No problem mate

[@205mart]

@@BMWDoctor hi does the small rubber gasket go on the inner circle or the outer circle, Cheers mate

[@jbiz6748]

Where’s the link?

[@erixlast6020]

Well on used engine old roll type is better

[@soundseeker63]

Any chance you can provide the part number for the new type breather? It looks like an easy job to DIY and very beneficial for the engine, I am definitely going to do this!

[@RichardABW]

Thanks so much for this video. Going to do this on my e39, can't believe my specialist garage haven't replaced it but it seems they haven't. I have a bit of smoke and smell. Smell most obviously noticeable at idle when sat on the drive. If this is the culprit will replacing it mean problem solved or is it likely something else (turbo?) has been wrecked in the process? Car is not down on power as far as I can tell but it hasn't been used often for a long time so maybe I've forgotten how quick it was! I would not say the smoke is particularly noticeable visually, mainly the smell! Thanks again.

[@CarChris82]

Just changed this on mine it had the new style already in it but changed anyway along with a new air filter great video

[@bradhamlinton3292]

Was yours just a empty case chris?

[@mrorvingal2769]

Nice one. Bit fast N furious 🙂 When breather gets clogged, oil return from turbo to sump is sort of blocked, results in turbo fail in long run...right? Does this happen with vortex breather?

[@hasmumtaz1086]

Guys should the “vortex” filter snap into place in the housing ? I managed to do mine yesterday and it didn’t snap in but it the housing screwed in flush after I pushed it down.

[@flo4650]

Will the new-style CCV fit my E39 530D M57? All records show that it is made for the M57N

[@nateryan7041]

Hi mate love the videos I just need to ask would this be in the same location on a 2003 range rover L322 with the m57 and is the part still the same ??

[@danogurek3833]

If this is a bad part, would it cause oil through exhaust as though turbo has failed and throw oil onto tailgate?

[@nickwoolley733]

Great video thanks. How do you keep the o-ring on? Mine keeps pinging off!

[@ivani8511]

Hi. Great video. Thanks so much. I am wandering if the 2011 335d with M57Y engine needs that replaced or bmw already switched to the new style for that year. Thanks so much.

[@forsaken5897]

I've recenlty changed mine it was already the new type , but I wanted serviced non the less , I bought a Swag ccv vortex type . It was right around when the weather was starting to get cold. After I changed it my car started to smoke white smoke when cold and rpm hunting after the temp needle gets out of the blue it all goes away . Its m47 2003 320d is it possible that the new ccv is defective , the car does not seem to burn oil .

[@B198924P]

Awesome video and channel! Just a question regarding the breather, my 530d -09 LCi has the new, open breather, no vortex or filter in it. What would you reccomend changing it to? The car has 230k km on the meter. Cheers!

[@topproff2558]

WOULD THIS CAUSE SMOKE IN THE CABIN? I AM ALSO SEEING SMOKE COMING PAST THE OIL REFIL CAP SEALS

[@arnaudbraam8271]

Hi, Another video of yours concerning the M 57 engine you talk about the CCV system that needs to be changed to the plastic one, I have a BMW X5 M57, Question is: is this the CCV you talk in another video or is this something else that needs to be done as well? Is the CCV system only plastic hoses that needs to be changed ?

[@lakilaki551]

Hey BMW DOCTOR , great video very helpfull , will check my breather tomorrow to see if its old style as i had old style one on e46, now lets say loo roll is clogged and bad , would this cause any engine power loss ??? Thanks

[@Chris.]

Would an 09 plate 325d E93 need this doing? Great channel this btw.

[@philippk1125]

Hi, does this vortex breather also need to get replaced from time to time? My 2009 E60 530d LCI 6speed manual already has it, but with 105.000miles. Should I get a new one? I meant it's only 25euros.

[@kurde2005]

Yes, that would interest me also

[@Chrispage2]

I dont know if you are still answering questions but I have old style breather filter and I have this thing that a lot of oil is going through intake, sometimes car struggles to go then squishes a lot of oil through that tube that comes out of air filter housing(below it) and it goes smooth for a while again. I thought my turbo was bad, but I removed it and took it to the shop and they said turbo is in a good condition.

[@91ChevChelios]

I ve opened mine and it didnt have the filter inside. The car was remapped, is this could be the reason why no filter or person who took it out is just an idiot?

[@Fd20y]

Would a clogged vortex cause sluggish low down power? If I’m in 3rd at 20mph and put foot down the car bogs & then when turbo kicks in at 1700rpm it takes off

[@andersh6933]

I have same thing my belief is yes you have a point. Sounds realistic that turbo needs easy breathin under 2000 rpm. I will look into it myself.

[@arturoz]

I just went online to search for the new breather and to my surprise they are sold as a whole set or you can buy the Vortex breather part separately. So my question is can you just take the filter part away and replace it with the new Vortex breather part and will it fit with the old plastic cover? I do understand that plastic goes bad anyway and also the red rubber sealing which as ju said can rupture and cause a lot of damage. So I understand that it's best to the change the whole set every time just to be sure.

[@MrLangobard]

Your videos have helped me to track down so many issues with my car, cant thank you enough! Whats the estimated change intervals for these filters? Nothing in the manual about it. Or is the smoking the indication to start investigating?

[@BMWDoctor]

I would change it out every 10k but to be honest once you change over to this one it can go along time as it doesn't get clogged like the old style

[@jackl251]

Hi mine doesn’t have either of what you used in the video mine is completely empty is this okay?

[@addsam]

Hi mate I’ve got a 530d 2005 218bhp, my car smokes on idle even when it’s warm, also black smokes high in the Rev range when accelerating quite bad, I’ve had the following below changed New thermostats BOSCH MAF turbo boost seal DPF delete Decat Remap Swirlflap blank When mapping was showing injector 2 was lower percentage than the others, do you think this could be the issue with the injector? Thanks mate 👍🏼👍🏼

[@knockoutsilver5342]

Im new to your channel but its the very informative and Im looking to purchase a 530D next week, your channel is a Godsend. :-)

[@BMWDoctor]

thanks very much mate

[@JamesSmith-fr5px]

If it has gone will oil leak from it an Down the side of the engine

[@leemountford4855]

Hi mate got a oil level sensor fault Changed part also wiring to plug new plug too Got smoke coming out of oil filler After loads of research Iam pointing to the breather Whats your thoughts Also please provide part number 2008 lci 535 Please help

[@elemer2089]

just replaced it on my 330d, i have a question though, when i removed the old one, it didnt have any filter in it? just the housing. I have no idea for how long was it like that or why, but could it have caused damage?

[@mas7241]

Thanks BMW Doctor. My 2009 X5 E70 35d has 5mm pentagon bolts holding this in. Why does BMW use secure bolts? Wierd. I had to order a special bit. My vortex also looks different....great videos Doctor.

[@Xpress_Graphix]

Howzit, I also need to replace mine on M57 E70, what part number did U use? Did U see or feel and difference after changing it? Was it old style or the new one jn the car?

[@stepanmacek3103]

Thinking of changing too. Any real benefits of the new type? I just change the looroll filter every other oil change. Costs 8 bucks with gaskets included. If you don´t change it it pressurizes the head/crank and smokes from underneath the oil cap.

[@BenjaminTurnerAUS]

Part number for that filter?

[@ObbardProductions]

Did you fit an aftermarket vortex? or was it an original bmw one?, I phoned bmw up and they told me that they only sell the housing with no filter.

[@Michaelplays53]

Great video mate 👍

[@RCC9]

Can this cause bad mpg as well?

[@misterphiluk]

When i replaced mine on my E90 330d there was no loo roll type filter nor a vortex filter. Is this normal for the filters to be removed? The new one I bought for it was a good quality Febi Bilstein OEM one without a vortex filter, so I was wondering why there was no vortex filter with it if the vortex is an updated version.

[@MrTurboDima]

m57 with loo roll. m57n with vortex and m57n2( like yours) comes from factory without separator

[@Salamethusayn]

Hi mate, brilliant video, love it m your content. I blew my turbo a month and and have installed a new one now. I used to get a lot of smoke and changed the vortex breather. I still get a lot of white smoke, when I take the oil filler cap off or dipstick out, the white smoke is pretty strong. Do you have any suggestions, do you think there could be a blockage deeper in the system, or my worst theory of a warn piston ring. But not sure if that cause instant white smoke straight out the engine? Look forward to hearing your thoughts and suggestion. Thanks mate

[@joarzinio]

hi there. I have the same problem. I replace the ccv tiwce but oil still gets through. As a workaround I have disconnected the pipe that goes to intercooler(right before the turbo) to prevent oil getting into air system. I collect the oil in 'oil catch can' but is very annoying.Theres a lot of oil dropping out to the streets. Im driving with 3L oil in the trunk...I suspect broken valve gasket or vaccum leak ...still researching for a solution

[@stefanlila1095]

Hi Doc! Can the revised breathers fail to? I have a bi-turbo M57 286 hp. It’s a 2007 E83. Blue smoke 💨 with strong smell kills me.

[@aylasworld818]

Hi Pal I have a 1.5 diesel, I found oil flowing through air intake hose in to my turbo , is that normal ? if yes why and if no then what can be the reason ? please advise as you said in the video that turbo needs oil flow

[@lolahart6482]

Can I ask you something? I’ve had a timing chain snap on my 07 plate E70 m57 3.0d. Would a E53 m57 engine fit in the car. Thanks for yr time

[@marioposavac2993]

So is this connected with increases oil consumption?

[@thecarguychannel]

I know this is 3 years ago. But I ordered the kit and my crank case breather on my e60 530d says Viaco on the top. Is this the modified vortex breather as it says Viaco on it and not the toilet roll version? Thank you

[@coreysperos3335]

Can you link to the parts you purchased? Both the updated unit and for the new PVC internal? Thank you!!

[@agentstalin6333]

Is this something i should do before any problems? The car is e91 330d

[@shiftyuk]

Is this the same thing for a E92 M57 335D - “Crankcase Breather Valve BMW 335D 535D E90 E91 E92 OE 11127809512 Febi 100133 “ I have a lot of smoke, turbos replaced 4 years ago.

[@nf7089]

Probably no chance of a reply but worth a shot. Got the m57 231bhp. Getting 22mpg on a good day, could the ccv cause bad fuel economy, checked most other things Inc thermostats ect. At my wits end and have no other ideas on what could be causing it

[@krneki111]

Hey, did you control the running temperature of the engine? I've replaced both thermostats about 2 years ago and the fuel consumption went up again recently. After connecting the OBDII device, I have seen the temperature fluctuates between 80 and 85 degrees, rarely goes up to 90. I replaced the thermostats again and the fuel consumption dropped from 7,8l/100 km in the summer to 6,9l/100km now in the winter. There is also a 3rd thermostat if you have an automatic transmission oil cooler, I've read about these going bad and causing high consumption.

[@abuumarsaaleh8144]

Hello dean could this be the course of my turbo whistle or could it be due to having a blocked dpf?

[@edwardmurray9567]

Great video mate! Ive recently just landed a cheap 2006 525d manual with 205,000 miles! what would your advice be to look out for? Ive removed the swirl flaps, egr and dpf and had it mapped and gave it a service. Seems to be running okay for now but is there anything to look out for? Have you had many timing chain failures on the m57? Cheers! Ed

[@BMWDoctor]

mate timing chains are a common common issue and they do fail mate on these engines but usually only if remapped and there a big big job as there on the back of the engine on these mate

[@edwardmurray9567]

BMW Doctor hey mate! Thanks for the reply! I must say my car is the 525d m57 6 cylinder 177bhp im sure its only the m47 4 cylinder that is at the back isnt it? Cheers Ed

[@hubk2161]

I know old comment but do you still have the car? How’s it been?

[@daysofgrace2934]

Just change the loo roll element every oil change, I got the new type fitted and 40k miles and 8 years later it was blocked oil everywhere air filter , intake hose etc…

[@nickprostizenovski6948]

I don't have anything wrong with my BMW X3 m57 but good idea as a preventative maintenance good video

[@johnyang8451]

Hi i have been change Crankcase Breather Valve but oil still come from Breather Valve, do you know have any problem?

[@cosmin7317]

Great videos Doc, great content and well explained. I need your advice m8 if you can point me in the right direction. Got e70 m57 and changed vortex filter last year but in the last month or so, on cold I have a whistle like or squeeze noise under acceleration for a short period of time and after disappear until next engine start or not even, sometimes until next cold ish start. Is there a chance to be a faulty diaphragm in the vortex? Will them go faulty on the new vortex model? Thanks

[@BMWDoctor]

that's is correct mate it will be indeed fault diaphragm

[@husaynmusic5551]

Is it possible to have a fault on the system that restricts oil to the turbo even if there's no filter?

[@aoifeduignan9764]

Hi very good video ...I have a BMW X5 e70 3.d would the new filter type fit ...Thanks in advance

[@BMWDoctor]

Yes it will mate you have M57 so this will for yours aswell

[@Gerry104]

BMW Doctor Hello again .Looking to find what grade of oil to use 0w30 fully sec....or .....?????? It’s a 2007 E70 3D ..Thanks again270,000 km on it

[@petergriffin5461]

Will this vortex type fit the M57N2 if not can you give me the part number Cheer Doc

[@donaldtrump6011]

Hi mate iv got a 6 series bmw 07 plate my he’d light as stop working hi -low beam it’s dead I’m thinking the ballast has failed any ideas

[@user-ug2ph6hq9q]

What’s the part number please for the newer type?

[@RRR435d]

I have the new type on an lci 535d e60. Problem is there is a lot of oil inside the intercooler and from what i read is because the new type doesnt filter the oil and sends it inside the air pipes. How do I fix the problem? Its driving me crazy already

[@kolegakolega]

Great video mate thanks. I have a problem with my 320d M47 1999 E46, after I changed fuel filter bosch brand and it started to smoke too much and no power after 2000 rpm. I have been to a professional bosch car service and said to me a vp44 pump problem. Low pressure. , 😁 but for two days she runs well but it can't go faster than 130 km/h. Little bit smoke comes from exhaust manifold. Boss, Any suggestions?

[@kolegakolega]

My ccv also is same and old and never changed. I checked.

[@CATPLAYING]

Does the new vortex breather need to be oem? Or will more or less any new style do?

[@saterra2022]

I bought a M57, checked this part it didn1t have the filter at all. It has a place for it (older type) but was without the round filter

[@91ChevChelios]

Ive just checked mine and same situation

[@martinkulik9466]

very good again, but on my 35d 2006, this separator looks different altogether from the top...

[@Lineage2ErtheiaPvP]

do x5 e70 need to upgrade their vortex breather also? they have same engine m57 also

[@rodjeep42]

I've opened this up to find nothing inside, old style, no loo roll, and completely dry, not sure if this is good or bad?

[@stuarttarrant7449]

Would this part be the same for my e90 320d 2006?

[@jeromelottering2903]

The explanation are good, but you need to zoom out a little bit so we can see what you are doing and where.

[@florinlepadatu5648]

Hello, is this revised version available for e39 520d m47? I always change it when I change the oil along with all other filters but I want to fit in the revised version...

[@JackRR15]

My M57 engine don't have this in the parts diagram. Did they change the valve covers on newer M57s? Like for the E70 X5 35d?

[@MrTurboDima]

yours is m57n2 from factory without oil separator. but bmw advice to install it if you see increase in oil consumption

[@nsgibson]

Is this the same as the CCV (crankcase ventilation)?

[@trevorleggett6515]

I have the bmw x3 2.0d is the vortex the same as the 3.0d bmw x3 as can't find this for my 2006 model.

[@jbiz6748]

Bro u r the man

[@MarcoBwieFeuer]

Hi thanks for the good Video, but one question, what can the E39 Drivers with M57 do? Is there also a new Vortex for us?

[@BMWDoctor]

You would need to ask a E39 guy who owns M57 I did own this car but got rid I’m sure mate the USA guys will be able to help you mate

[@MarcoBwieFeuer]

Yeah thank you man, I will contact them. Another Question, in your other Video about M57 you say put Injector Cleaner in the Diesel Filter, but why not in normal Tank? And I also want to put Engine Clean before Oil change but can it be Bad for the Turbo? You know when big flake of old oil or something goes to the small oil hole to turbo. I hope you understand it 😂👍

[@BMWDoctor]

Mate I’m not very good with diesel Person who owns this channel is away we are now taking over

[@bud777bud]

Does this same thing work for e46 330d

[@Absolutedetailing]

I don’t see anything like that in my engine bay of my 2006 e92 335d, do I have one?

[@3107197000]

Great video... Would this be the same for a 2008 320d (177bhp) it's smokey on start up a big Big puff of white smoke.. Also I have to reset clock all the time. Any help or info would be greatly appreciated 👍 Jay

[@dodee2556]

Any luck with that?

[@Kevbaddis246]

I check mine and the inside in blank ,no filters on the inside , my. Car burns oil and smokes ,can it be this?

[@Kevbaddis246]

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[@OAPMrTickle]

Yesterday after driving 200 miles with no smoke suddenly started burning oil. I'm hoping it's this. My car has done 211,000 miles so I'm hoping it's not the turbos or valve guides😒

[@BMWDoctor]

my friend it will sure be this take my word

[@carldavidson2012]

Its definitely this, I've just changed mine to the vortex and its stopped the blue smoke, has now got power on low end of turbo and its stopped me from destroying it.

[@speeddemon6441]

I just changed mine completely but car still goes into limp mode over 2500 rpm's and start spilling oil out the oil filling cap and start smoking grayish smoke...do you perhaps know wht can be the cause?

[@speeddemon6441]

Forgot to mention car is mapped but had it detuned to a stage 1 map to see if that will help...dpf has been deleted but dpf warning light keeps coming on after about 10minutes of starting the car

[@BMWDoctor]

that remap is your exact problem if im honest with you its ONLY PEOPLE with remapped diesels that come on here with problems immediately someone says they have problem with there diesel I ask is it remapped straight up yes well that's your problem right there if your not happy with the power without a remap go for a 550i or 530i why remap most people do this as they cant afford petrol and want something quick and cheap me on the other hand I can have both expense is nothing for me I don't even look when I fill up my car

[@speeddemon6441]

Lmao..all good

[@mazjap]

Would this fit my 335d e92 ? do you have link for good quality verson

[@AimadAhnch]

Hola mi bmw e60 m57 306 si quito la batería no me arranca hasta q venga el del diagnósticos ayuda por favor

[@Carlife98]

Hi guys My m47 started smoking blue on cold start after I had the breather replaced (still the old version tho) Any ideas?

[@iansonnyblack2624]

Thoughts in fitting an oil catch can? Would that help stop excess oil getting into the engine..(egr and dpf deleted)..and help with blow by?

[@BMWDoctor]

If your having blow by mate.... has your car been remapped or was remapped that’s the only time blow by happens it doesn’t happen if the car is standard and I would not advise a catch can in my ownership of Diesel engines I have never had problems with blow by I don’t know if that’s just me as mine was all low mileage 70k and 90k to be precise have you also got the old style breather system the diaphragm may be ruptured hence causing blow by that is usually signs of to much pressure on the crankcase usually REMAPPED OR BEEN REMAPPED

[@iansonnyblack2624]

@@BMWDoctor remapped from previous owner tho looking it back to standard..not much blow by..not enough to lift the oil cap when unscrewed..put new vortex in, did oil change and all filters and did glow plugs 2 days ago along with module..runs alot better but noticed oil on few of the old plugs..had fault for all 6 until changed them

[@BMWDoctor]

Ian Sonny Black there your answer is there mate it has been remapped before your ownership and clearly the last owner probably lacked maintenance also you don’t know how they treated it these cars if left un remapped are not worth the hype they are very very slow as standard hence why I went back to petrol mate from time people are having to remap them it shows mate these cars ain’t worth the paper there on as I don’t know anybody who has told me they like a standard diesel bmw but I know lots of petrol owners that wouldn’t and won’t dream of remapping there petrols no need to be honest mate if your keeping it original go to a petrol they are much much much better on power then the 530d trust me 530i n52 is a rocket same as n53

[@iansonnyblack2624]

@@BMWDoctor up for Mot tomorrow..once get a full years ticket on it thinking of changing.. petrol might be worth a try . something different

[@BMWDoctor]

mate you wont regret it trust me I hope you pass mate you know how strict the rules are on diesel now hence why I wont own one ever again I like them yes but why own it when I can drive it and give it back trust me mate you wont regret it make sure its 530i though mate 258bhp not 525i not worth it for no gains at least my videos will have relevance for you mate swell as this will probably be the last and only car on my channel mate going back to petrol as you can see my views on diesel are NOTHING like the petrol ones believe me petrol is better I have had them all and I wouldnt go back to diesel all them emission problems started on e60 and have only got worse and worse to lower pollution forget that if its diesel MOT tester will find ANY reason to fail it if its petrol there ok if it fails emissions BUT HELLLLLLL NO ON A DIESEL

[@hards7yl3]

Does it causes same effect on bmw e90 320d 163hp

[@nenadlover1]

Hi my freand my Englisch is very bad? J have a problem with my e61 touring 2004 3.0 diesel J lose öl in 600km 500 l öl? Is not normaly .... Its maybe the crankase brather? Or maybe the turbo?

[@carldavidson2012]

Dude your videos must've saved a large amount of BMW engines from destroying themselves, I'm glad I stumbled on it otherwise mine was scrap yard. Now shes sat outside with a new MOT and with the two broken rear springs being replaced (no I didn't have any idea they were broke, ride height and stability of car weren't affected?!) shes a beast to drive again. Must admit the E39 is too hard to let go! Could I ask one thing mate? After getting car back from garage my speakers aren't working, there doesn't appear to be an amp in the boot where the disc player is. Could it be elsewhere in the car? yes I have aftermarket head unit but its got the right harness for steering wheel etc and has worked flawlessly for four years. I'm stumped as the fuses are fine, speakers are connected and obviously were disconnected during springs being replaced. Any help much appreciated.

[@BMWDoctor]

mate the BM54 module common fault all speakers go on them its a common common problem

[@benmcmullin7555]

Where do you buy your parts from? Cheers 👍

[@danyalhassan1294]

How much is the new style vortex breather and is there a link for it?

[@rctodayukshaun4817]

I've changed mine to the newer one and it still smoking from the exhaust

[@rolivares507]

hi can you tell me what size is the Allen tool thank you

[@Kevbaddis246]

The small o ring how are you suppose to put it in

[@1cbagley]

Cheers for the video mate is this the same for the 525 3.0 litre black dipstick engine? Good content keep up the good work 😎

[@snazy7777]

I just purchased the new vortex type breather but it didn't come with a housing can i use the housing from the loo roll version?

[@BMWDoctor]

I do not believe you can you can try but if not I would order the new housing aswel

[@donataspalevicius]

Yes you can, just done that.