BMW X3 Oil Filter Housing Gasket Replacement

BMW X3 Oil Filter Housing Gasket Replacement
This was done on a 2008 X3 but should be the same on other BMW's.
This video was made as a demonstration how to repair things and should not be done with out the proper training and safety equipment. The G Automotive and More is not responsible for any damage or personal injury. Please if you don't have the ability to do these demonstrations, don't try and get a professional to do it for you.

[@rebel0064]

Brother out of all videos I watch I was looking for this particular video where you dont have to dissamble the whole car and get to the issue at hand I ppreciated all the other mechanics video but I too am a person that eliminates as many steps possible and make it easy for everyone Thank You Sir

[@browsepals4123]

Great instructive lesson that helped me perform the task. BTW, the three bolts attaching the filter housing to the block were T10 on my 2007 X3, not T8.

[@jacquescarrier9713]

Thank you for this video, I just purchased a 2008 BMW X3 and the belt came loose due to these oil leaks. As I am not a mechanic I should probably invest in this repair. THANKS. My BMW only has 179,000klm, so I'm going to invest,

[@rosendo246]

Thanks ! This was VERY HELPFUL!!!!!

[@walterbringman3746]

Well done, Good technique with cautions about process.

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

Thank you and thanks for watching

[@atlanticearthaerials6197]

Thanks for the video brother!

[@TheJaneathon]

This is a great video I have a 2013 x13 which the gasket is ailing. Thanks so much.

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

Thanks for watching

[@anthonyslaughter1419]

First thanks for your idea with this very helpful but, I was able to do it without having to take alternator out 1/4 in swivel and a 1/4 extension long enough to reach with 1/4 ratchet and a magnet stick to guide the bolt back in, I was able to get it out no with problem.

[@tonyc7343]

Good stuff. Thx!

[@gamecast92]

So i'm not draining my coolant before i do the replacement, I know i'll lose a little coolant from the hose, but when i put it back together --- am i in the clear to drive it 15-20 minutes to my auto shop to have oil and coolant change? Or do i have to fill it up with more coolant?

[@markchan5563]

Hello, thank you for the great video. The 5/16 swivel you used on what looked like a torx bolt, did you use a 12 point socket and it worked on the torx bolt? Thanks!

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

6 point swivel

[@paulbaker3144]

Great video. Our is a 2006 with the 3.0 gas engine and it does not have the oil cooler on the front of the oil filter housing. Do I need to drain coolant before replacing the gasket from the oil filter housing to the engine block? I dont have a good way to lift the car and work under the car right now. Thanks.

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

I am not sure but I bet coolant still flows threw the housing so I would drain the coolant out of it. Thanks for watching

[@teemccallum7543]

Hi what if you have oil in in the coolant reservoir? How would u flush the system? There was no coolant in the oil compartment. Do you suggest changing manifold gaskets, oil housing engine gasket ( i may not be saying it right) of course housing oil cooler gasket all hoses, change oil, belts clean alternator?

[@fernandocabral8581]

They have way to do it with soapy water I didn't take it. Apart but the engine never overheated

[@ladiienaycake]

I have this problem but where do I find the hose from the head to oil filter housing where can I find the 2 jpressure hose and cooling hose

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

You should be able to find all the parts online or at your local foreign car auto parts store. But the dealer has oem parts that fit better.

[@redneckreckless4630]

I have the exact same problem with my 2009 x3. Did you drain the oil before you took anything off, or is that not necessary? Very helpful video!

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

I take out the oil filter and then that lets the oil drain back into the engine. You should drain a little coolant out of it so the anifreeze won't go into the oil passage when the housing comes off.

[@weltonferreiracosta864]

Which tork use for those bolts ? Thank you

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

M8 bolts should be torque to 8 to 12nm. Thanks for watching

[@mshaabneh23]

Can you list all the tools and sizes in the description or comments please?

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

Sorry won't be able to because I can't remember all the tools I used. Thanks for watching

[@fernandocabral8581]

Did you ever get oil going through the cooling system because of those gaskets?

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

No but it's possible

[@sarahdell4042]

How does the coolant hose come off? Also, people say to be careful not to have oil or coolant mix. How do you avoid that?

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

The upper hose has a clip that you pull out on. I drain the coolant and then wipe everything out.

[@sarahdell4042]

@@TheGAutomotiveAndMore Can you do the job without draining the coolant?

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

@@sarahdell4042 No I would drain it so it does not mix with oil.

[@sarahdell4042]

@@TheGAutomotiveAndMore Do you have to do a full drain, or is there a way just to get the amount out that would be able to mix?

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

Just drain some out or pull the upper hose.

[@bigfootisreal1942]

Do you recall what the torque spec was

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

They are in another comment below. Thanks for watching

[@buynow17]

Do u have all part numbers

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

Sorry no. Always get the ones for your make and model. These could be different. Thanks for watching

[@Joshalots]

Might end up doing this myself to save money.

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

Good luck and thanks for watching

[@Joshalots]

@@TheGAutomotiveAndMore Do you have to drain the coolant before replacing that radiator hose?

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

@@Joshalots Yes I would to minimize the coolant mess

[@TheMartinSavard]

@@TheGAutomotiveAndMore Hi there, thanks for the video. Is there a specific method to bleed the coolant systeme after the repair is done?

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

@@TheMartinSavard I only drain a little coolant out. Then refill. If it has a bleeder on the radiator definitely loose it and refill. If you remove all the coolant you need a scan tool to do a water pump bleed on it. Thanks for watching

[@yazzu_7013]

Do you know the torque specs for the car?

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

M8 bolts should be torque to 8 to 12nm. Thanks for watching

[@nickyfresh6577]

Do you really need to take the belt off. You got it off with the belt on so I'd imagine you could get it on the same way

[@TheGAutomotiveAndMore]

I would take off the belt so coolant and oil does not get on it. This belt was all ready oil soaked so it did not matter. Thanks for watching