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      11-16-2015, 06:32 PM   #3
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Originally Posted by Da M3nace View Post
Has anyone tried gluing these broken partitions back on? All three of mine are broken and dealer quoted me $599 for replacements plus labor. I think Id rather try fixing myself. This is such a bad design from BMW for such an important part of the engine compartment. I have also fixed the leak in the tailgate light housing which lead to water in my trunk. Im annoyed by such poor craftsmanship to say the least. My truck is barely 5 years old. These things should not be occurring this early in the vehicles life.
well known problem. Please see:
http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...lp+me+identify
http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...light=bulkhead

Also, to buy parts, I'd highly recommend BMW Topeka's online store. Cheaper than any other place that I've seen (I bought it from getbmwparts, which was the cheapest before I was aware of Topeka).

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