Stripped oil filter housing unit bolt how to remove it

Hi, my name is Devin. I am an auto repair expert with the Car Genius team here at RepairPal. I'm sorry to hear you're having trouble with your X3. Removing a stripped or rounded oil filter housing bolt can be tricky, but there are a couple of methods you can try. First, you might use a pair of locking pliers or vice grips to grip the bolt as tightly as possible and try to turn it counterclockwise. If that doesn't work, consider using a bolt extractor kit, which is specifically designed for removing damaged bolts. If you're uncomfortable doing this yourself, taking the vehicle to a professional mechanic might be the best route to avoid further damage. If you need more advice, have any other questions about your vehicle, or would like to get connected to a RepairPal Certified shop near you, we have you covered. Give us a call at 877-913-1554, and we will happily help you out!