Tech Tip: Resetting Service Lights on BMW, Mercedes, Volvo, Honda and Toyota
For all BMWs you must have the driver-side door shut to reset the service lights. On E60 and later models, it may also be necessary to buckle the driver-side seat belt in order to reset the service light.
Tech Tip: BMW Ignition Lock Spins Freely
The ignition lock cylinder of E31, E36, E38 and E39 models was designed with an actuating tab that breaks off if someone forces the lock with the wrong key or some form of tool as part of a vehicle theft effort.
Tech Tip: BMW Fuel Gauge Reads Empty After Refueling
If a customer complains that after refueling the fuel gauge stays on empty, or the operation of the fuel gauge is erratic, it’s caused by the formation of a non-conducting deposit on the conductor surface of the fuel level sensor.
BMW Tech Tip: Solving Steering Wheel ‘Twitch’
You may get a customer complaining of a very slight "twitch" that can be felt in the steering while holding the steering wheel lightly with one hand and giving the brakes a quick tap. The steering wheel will twitch slightly only once, with no disruption in the stability of the car, and no pull to either side. Before you dismiss the owners as "nit-picky whiners," you should know their complaints may have merit and BMW has offered a solution.
Tech Tip: ‘Beemer’ Steamer – BMW Hose Leak
Without warning, our otherwise tranquil morning was interrupted by a horrendous screech of brakes, as a late-model, metallic blue BMW M3 slid into the service drive. Steam was billowing out from underneath the engine compartment.
Tech Tip: BMW Steering Problem
Because of BMW’s stellar reputation for exceptional stability, many BMW owners expect nothing less from their late-model vehicles – even if those vehicles are not DSC equipped. You may get a customer complaining of a very slight "twitch" that can be felt in the steering while holding the steering wheel lightly with one hand and giving the brakes a quick tap.
BMW Tech Tip: Ignition Lock Spins Freely
The ignition lock cylinder on E31, E36, E38 and E39 models built prior to January 1999 was designed with an actuating tab that breaks off if forcing of the lock is attempted with the wrong key, or with some form of tool as part of a vehicle theft effort.
BMW Maintenance: The Right Equipment and Information Make Service Profitable
Well-designed and durable, the cars from Bavaria have had a reputation for handling and performance that many other manufacturers only aspire to. In the last 50 years, BMWs have gone from the three-wheeled Isetta microcar of the 1950s to today’s powerful and comfortable high-performance machines with all of the latest technology. One of my favorite
BMW Tech Tip: Noise When Turning the Steering Wheel
Some owners of E38s, E39s and E53s may complain of a squealing, groaning or grinding noise when turning the steering wheel.
BMW Tech Tip: Hard Shifts/Leak at Torque Converter Seal
BMW owners may complain of difficult shifting. An inspection performed by a trained technician may also uncover noise coming from the transmission oil pump or a transmission fluid leak from the radial seal on torque converter. Refer to the following tech tip for helpful service pointers.
Yokohama’s ADVAN Neova Named Exclusive Tire Brand for BMW and MINI Performance Tuner Dinan
High-end tuner Dinan has chosen Yokohama’s ultra-high-performance ADVAN Neova tires as the exclusive fitment for its highly modified BMWs and MINIs.
Modular Wheels Announces 2006 Line of Three-Piece Forged-Style Wheels for Ferrari, Porsche, Lamborghini, Mercedes and BMW Vehicles
Modular Wheels, a manufacturer of custom automotive wheels and rims, recently announced its new 2006 line of three-piece forged-style wheels for Ferrari, Porsche, Lamborghini, Mercedes and BMW vehicles. The new line cuts customer’s costs for high-end vehicle wheels up to 75 percent without sacrificing quality, performance or style.