Hello. I was wondering if anyone out there could help me . I took my X5 diesel into the local bmw dealer because I was having acceleration issues leaving stop signs . They’re telling me the issue is my exhaust cooler . So I mentioned that I had an EGR cooler replaced last year under recall. They have told me that this is a different exhaust cooler near the intake ? I cannot find pictures or info on this 2nd cooler anywhere. Does anyone know about this?

Hi Brad

Scary some of the BMW Dealers !! First take a look at www.realoem.com it is an online BMW parts list, put the last 7 digits of your vin into the search box it will bring up your model. Then search the relevant sections they all have small exploded drawings so you can see where stuff goes. It also gives price indication which has embarrassed more than one UK dealer.

If the car is out of warranty I would be looking for a BMW independent specialist there must be some in the USA in the UK their hourly rates are about one third of Dealer's. Plus most are ex-BMW Tech;s so have all the right knowledge software and tools.

Good Luck 

Dave