Condition-Based Oil Calculations: BMW, VW and Mercedes
Maintenance reminders for oil changes have been around since the early 1980s. Early systems looked at mileage and maybe revolutions of the engine. Mileage-based systems estimate the life of the oil based on a preset mileage recommendation that can range from 5,000 to 7,500 miles. It can be an effective reminder for some owners, but
Timing The BMW N53 And N54
The BMW N53 (naturally aspirated) and N54 (turbocharged) engines were among the first BMW engines to come with variable valve timing on the intake and exhaust camshafts. The N53 and N54 straight-six has unfairly earned a bad reputation for reliability with technicians due to timing chain and variable valve timing problems. The reputation comes from
BMW Wheel Bearings
Two technologies are being used that are allowing engineers to put better bearings in smaller packages.
Understanding BMW 12V Lithium Ion Battery Technology
Let’s face it, modern vehicles are more dependent on electrical systems than ever before. These days, it seems that you can’t turn on a heated seat, turn on a light, or roll down a window without one or more control units communicating with one another. This of course presents a tremendous challenge for future vehicles,
BMW Diagnostics: Ticking Noise Without the Brakes Applied
Customers may experience a ticking noise coming from the front wheels while cornering without the brakes applied.
BMW TPMS Reset
The owners manual is the key to TPMS reset procedures for that specific vehicle.
Solving Mystery BMW Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Something as simple as checking the DTCs can go off the rails when the code isn’t translated properly by your scan tool.
BMW N54 Turbo Problems
Here are some common problems or failures that you should be on the lookout for.
BMW Spark Plug Replacement
Here are a few things that you need to know before replacing spark plugs in a BMW.
BMW 7 Series Air Suspension Diagnostics
For the BMW 7 Series E65/E66 manufactured between 2001-’08, engineers went with an innovative rear air ride system.
