Questions tagged [bmw]
A luxury German auto & motorcycle maker producing such vehicles as 330i, 540i & x5
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Bmw 530d moves my car all over road on bumpy roads
I own a bmw 530d and i just met with an accident wherein the car’s right side suspension / arm/ alloy (both front and back only right side) got replaced , i got the suspension and tyre alignment done ...
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Lifting Support Under Panel BMW
My mom just drove above something and this piece fell of of the car (BMW series 3 touring). Can we drive without it for a moment? Or is this a really important piece?
This is the info on the piece:
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Steering wheel stays locked 97 Z3
My steering wheel stays locked even after car is started. Hard to turn key also. It's 97 manual transmission Z3. Been service regularly. It has 122,000 miles on it. I'm wondering is it hydraulic issue....
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BMW 118i 2008 N43 petrol engine, catalytic converter removed consequences?
I just bought new used car(140k km) and turns out I have CAT gutted out by the person which sold me this car.. Car runs fine, no strange noises and doesn't feel numb or laggy for me. Only thing I ...
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My 2007 BMW 328i want start/crank
I am having a problem with my 2007 BMW 328i it will not crank/start but the lights and everything is working. I changed the fuses, starter, radiator, put a new battery in it, and a relay switch. and ...
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How to interpret "crankshaft adaptation inlet Grad KW" value?
I'm trying to understand the meaning of this value and the implications of it being over the 120 limit.
Do you think you could help me out with some thoughts about it?
I think it should say "...
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Can power steering groan be caused by load of AC compressor?
Car: BMW 2007 530i (N52 Engine) 210,000KM
Details:
Single accessory belt for AC, Power Steering, Alternator
AC is clutchless variable displacement
Tensioner and idler pulley's replaced
Problem:
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Replacing post-cat O2 sensor bmw f30
I am having some difficulties finding the location of post-cat O2 sensor (bank 1 sensor 2) in my car.
As far as I know the one in the picture is the upstrem (pre-cat) sensor and I am not sure where ...
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What is my next step in figuring out the root cause of a steering wheel shimmy
I have a 2006 BMW M3. Since I put on wider wheels with wider tires in the front for track use (from 225 19" to 255 18") there is a wobble / shimmy between 70-80 MPH that can be felt in the ...
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Car exhaust smoking (white smoke) a lot when driving
I have a bmw e60 with low mileage, I had an overdue service that I got done at garage, they advised that I have sludge/soot in the oil judging by inspection of oil filter.as I drove it home alot of ...
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2013 BMW 535i GT will not reset oil service or check oil level
My wife's 2013 BMW 535i GT will not reset the oil service level or check the oil level when going through the IDrive process as recommended by the Owner's manual?
Any suggestion or solution would be ...
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How do I decode BMW CAN data (over OBDII)
I'm using an ELM327 type device.
I'm trying to poll and decode data on my BMW i3. I'm using some of these resources as a reference:
This post breaks down the init I need to do.
This further post ...
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Help identifying a similar sunroof "spring" part/replacement
I am looking for help to identify a similar part/replacement for this flat spring strip. It is a retrofit manual, thus the part is not in the ETK or any other parts catalogue that I can see.
The part ...
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can it be the body control module
i have a bmw x3 2005 e83 it started when airbags coming on and then speedo stopped and than started again and then indicatorson dashboard stop working but the indicators outside of the car work than ...
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Need help diagnosing lack of power below ~3k RPM
I have a 1999 BMW 523i E39 that feels extremely slow below roughly 3k RPM and would like some ideas on things I can do to diagnose it. I tried towing a 1200kg trailer recently and really noticed the ...
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Help identifying part from car (possibly BMW)
Is anyone able to identify what this is? This is an artifact from property damage caused by a car. I am curious if the number at the top would help identify the vehicle, or if it is just a common part ...
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e39 525i AT hard shift from P to D
The gear selector seems to be stuck in P, but if I put a little bit of force I can get it out from P to D, however when I do this I can hear under the car noise from the transmission. Because of that ...
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Tire tread difference on bmw 328xi
Recently bought a 2007 BMW 328xi awd and the tread on the tires are different. This concerns me because I’ve heard that that is bad and I don’t want any issues down the road. How bad is that on this ...
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BMW 2007 530xi starts and dies after a few seconds
A few days ago I replaced my upper coolant hose due to a leak. After replacing the hose, I decided to pour distilled water in the coolant reservoir ( so that I don't just waste any coolant ) just to ...
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Adjusting a manual window
Changed doors on 1976 BMW 2002. Reinstalled windows in their original positions. Now though when I begin to roll the drivers side window down it initially falls backwards with a clunk. Rolling up, ...
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Bizarre Lack of Heat From Heater Vents - 2010 BMW E91 318d
I have an issue I'm struggling to pin down with my 2010 318d 3 Series Touring: All air vents blow cold or at best, luke warm air into the passenger compartment, even on long journeys when the vehicle ...
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2008 BMW E90 / 323i Weird Engine Whirring Sound
Today, my 2008 BMW 323i started making an unusual sound when I accelerate. I've owned it for less than a week, so I'm not very familiar with what the engine should sound like, but it drastically ...
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It it possible to fit a detachable tow bar to a BMW 335D M Sport Touring (F31/2016) in a way that does not need a bumper cut
I have a lease BMW 335D M Sport Touring (F31/2016) and I am not permitted to alter it without reparing any changes.
So, if I fit a tow bar I have to remove it at the end of the lease.
I've asked ...
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BMW E90 320i 2002 is not reving up misfire
My car doesn't want to rev up and is idling badly.
I have tried changing the coil packs still the same symptoms.
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Rough idle, loss of power and unstable RPM's with CEL
I have a auto BMW 330i 2010 UK; The car has not been serviced for almost 2 years (I will be getting it done this week. It was due service when I brought it, and then just never got round to it tbh). ...
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Emission High CO and High Lambda
It fails at 2500rpm only with CO 0.5~0.6 and Lambda 1.04~1.05.
How can it possible be that emission fails because of HIGH CO, and HIGH lambda reading... It means that engine runs rich and lean at the ...
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BMW 5-series F10 when car is parked relay or something triggers shock sensor
I have weird issue with my BMW F10. 2011 530d xDrive to be exact. the problem is that when car is parked shock sensor is triggers from time to time. I have CCTV camera so I see that nobody is around, ...
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steering wheel vibration only when the engine is warm
my car is a 16' BMW 750i (G12) with 26,000 miles on it currently.
When I first start the car, there is absolutely zero vibration at all, but I'm starting to get a vibration only through the steering ...
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Should i change the automatic transmission oil cooler for my BMW F30?
I’m not sure whether i should be changing the Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler as a preventive maintenance for my BMW F30 2014 with 188,000km mileage.
The part is found here https://www.bimmerworld....
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How can I prevent hub and rotor rusting together?
I've got a 2013 BMW 335i with M-Sport options. It prompted this question but the issue (and probably the solutions) are not unique to it.
Like many such vehicles, the rear brakes are part drum, part ...
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Losing coolant daily, but not overheating
I drive a BMW Z4 2003 with 93k miles and I noticed for the first time the other day the coolant fill up light go on when I was driving. I checked the coolant level and it was bone dry. so I filled it ...
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Spark Plug Deposits
So, I pulled the spark plugs today to check to see how the engine is running. After pulling all 6 spark plugs, I've noticed there is a white deposit caked onto the spark plugs. I doubt this is normal ...
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E46 instrument cluster repairs
My BMW e46 instrument cluster suddenly stop working, I have tested the capacitors and all seems fine, connecting to the car I tested for V at LM2596S, no input voltage,LM2596S I m suspecting the ...
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Catalytic Converter Clogged, But with what?
So, I've recently replaced my catalytic converter, bank 1 and 2. Both were a pretty penny (About $1,500 Each), I inspected the old catalytic converters and they look to have failed due to being ...
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E34 BMW V8: unusual CAMshaft sensor signal voltage from ECU
My BMW is an E34 with an M60 engine (OBDI) and one morning started idling and running poorly enough to not be drivable. Unplugging the camshaft sensor with the engine running made no change to the way ...
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Is it possible for a BMW 120d to have a cracked engine block?
The above mentioned vehicle was towed to a reputable workshop on 20 January 2020. The owner Matthew informed us that the vehicle is losing water.
We pressure tested the vehicle and found that the top ...
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Engine stays on when ignition key is turned off
My car starts fine, but when I switch the ignition key to off, the engine still stays running. The accessories etc all turn off and even if I take the key out it still keeps running. The only way I ...
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Upper radiator hose smoking
Steam coming out of the hose where upper radiator hose connects to the radiator. Hose itself has no damage just seems to steam from where it connects to the radiator. Car overheating
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Clicking BMW E36
I have a 1995 BMW E36 with an M50B20TU engine.
When I turn on the ignition, but don’t try and start the car, I hear a regular clicking noise, which I believe is coming from the solenoid shown on ...
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UK specific - MOT failure due to rusted body sill (BMW E46) [closed]
My car just failed MOT due to rusted body sill around a jack point area. Click here to see the video of the problem uploaded on youtube.
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What job does it need done?
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BMW E90 2005, 318D to 320 engine question
I am owner of BMW 320d e90 2005 sedan. My car's engine had to be replaced, so I found another car which has the same engine but is technically 318d.
Can you tell me if I can swap the engines without ...
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Steering angle is several degrees off on the steering rack - 2014 BMW F01
I have a 2014 BMW F01 (750d xDrive). It keeps pulling to the right and I initially thought the car needed an alignment. I got an alignment at a local shop, but the problem persisted.
I went to the ...
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Turning on rear defroster makes idle RPM stutter
I have an e46 BMW and I recently noticed a problem which hasn't occurred before. While at a stop if I turn on the rear window defroster I notice that the engine idle RPM starts to stutter (goes down a ...
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Rattling noise after break pad, disk and caliper change
I own a BMW 3 series 2008 318i.
I got my rear break pad and disks changed as well as the caliper changed on the rear left 2 days ago.
A day later driving home i noticed rattling noises coming from ...
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How to reset airbag system for Bmw 2006 325i e90?
I had an accident and my airbags enabled and i changed airbag unit and now i have some errors for airbag system and seat belts.
How to fix them to disappear ?
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Are my cats bad? -- secondary O2 sensor voltage
I have a 2002 BMW M3, and I've been trying to track down a poor fuel economy issue for quite some time now. My long term fuel trims are high (+7%-10%), and when I had the car on the dyno a couple ...
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Is driving a BMW 330e with only the gas engine detrimental to the car?
I have my eyes on a 2018 330e.
But, it would take about 3 months to get the approval from my HOA to install the charger in the parking garage.
Would it be detrimental to this car to drive it ...
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BMW E46 320D Battery Replacement
My 5 year old battery is dying, and I'm looking for a replacement. When this one was fitted, the car wasn't mine yet. There's also no label on the top with some details.
Therefore, I wanted to know ...
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Jack points for a 2001 BMW X5
I know of 4 jack points (2 just behind the front wheels and 2 just in front of the rear wheels) that fit the scissor jack which comes with the vehicle. I want to raise the back of the car and put jack ...
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Automatic Gearbox switch with engine off
I have an automatic bmw e90 2005 - 320d.
I've been driving it for quite a while now, and few days ago i noticed something which I could not find info, and not certain if is okay.
With the car in P ...
