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#3760 of 4446 Re: Advice for shock replacement [roadburner] by rhmass Feb 21, 2008 (7:14 am)
Replying to: roadburner (Feb 21, 2008 10:56 am) I didn't authorize the repair, but did raise the question to the service advisor as I thought shocks should be replaced by the pair (later confirmed by board members here). His explanation was that it would save me time to get one done now since the car is in the shop for maintenance anyway, and then bring the car over for the other one when the order is in. Totally bogus statement.    While I am not technically oriented, being a member of CCA for many years and reading Mike Miller's column does me good, and of course I also benefit from reading many postings here by those very knowledgeable people. Replies to this message: circlew (Feb 21, 2008 1:06 pm)
#3761 of 4446 Re: Advice for shock replacement [rhmass] by circlew Feb 21, 2008 (1:06 pm)
Replying to: rhmass (Feb 21, 2008 7:14 am) Any shop replacing only one shock is not to be trusted. Roadburner's suggestion to get a good independent shop is the best approach. Imagine one shock with 80K miles and one new one. Perfectly balanced suspension it is not. Doing it twice almost doubles the labor cost let alone your time.   These are the type of establishments who bring you in twice and really do not replace anything (because it ain't broke) and charge you anyway. Wouldn't be surprised if he oiled up the shock housing and showed you it leaked!   Need a new mechanic.   Regards, OW   Regards, OW
#3762 of 4446 Advice by cristialex Feb 21, 2008 (6:40 pm)
I need to replace the front control arms and bushings and the BMW dealer gave me an estimate of 1100$. I looked up the parts at various web sites and they go around 30-50$ per pair. It seems like a huuuuge difference...Any idea how much should it really cost? Replies to this message: roadburner (Feb 21, 2008 8:05 pm)
#3763 of 4446 Re: Advice [cristialex] by roadburner Feb 21, 2008 (8:05 pm)
Replying to: cristialex (Feb 21, 2008 6:40 pm) Any idea how much should it really cost?   I checked some sites that sell OEM quality parts; assuming you own an E46, the control arms will run $130-$180 per side. The bushings will $82-$150 per pair. If you are a BMW CCA member many dealers and independent shops will offer 10%-20% discounts on parts and/or labor. Find a good independent BMW tech and you should be able to get the parts installed for under $600.
#3764 of 4446 2001 BMW 325 by cct3 Feb 22, 2008 (6:28 pm)
Antifreeze reservoir is empty. Car ran hot briefly. I pour antifreeze mixture into reservoir and it seems to pour out the bottom. I cannot see the bottom of the tank. Does this seem to be a hose issue or the reservoir? I know nothing about this. Car has 100,000 miles Replies to this message: roadburner (Feb 23, 2008 8:33 am)
#3765 of 4446 Re: 2001 BMW 325 [cct3] by roadburner Feb 23, 2008 (8:33 am)
Replying to: cct3 (Feb 22, 2008 6:28 pm) I pour antifreeze mixture into reservoir and it seems to pour out the bottom. I cannot see the bottom of the tank. Does this seem to be a hose issue or the reservoir?   I'd put my money on the expansion tank-AKA resevoir-being cracked. It's a common problem on sixes with 100K or more on the clock. It's a relatively cheap and easy fix. Just don't overheat the engine again- unless you want to R&R the head gasket(and possibly the cylinder head as well).
#3766 of 4446 Electric steering wheel lock by mikewesq1 Feb 24, 2008 (9:48 am)
I have a 2007 335i sedan. Yesterday I got an (alarming!) message along the lines of "Electric steering wheel lock. Do not turn off engine. Engine may not restart." In fact, though, when I did turn off the engine, it did restart (at least then). Anyone know what's going on with this?
#3767 of 4446 Electric steering wheel lock by (mikewesq1) by kirkr Feb 25, 2008 (5:31 am)
I had the same thing happen on my 2006 325xi. It was a faulty sensor. I was always able to start the car until it was fixed. However, I did hold my breath each time.   Regards, Kirk Replies to this message: mikewesq1 (Feb 25, 2008 5:58 am)
#3768 of 4446 Re: Electric steering wheel lock by (mikewesq1) [kirkr] by mikewesq1 Feb 25, 2008 (5:58 am)
Replying to: kirkr (Feb 25, 2008 5:31 am) Thanks. In light of the car being able to start, that makes sense. I've gotten it to my dealer this AM and should know for sure later today.
#3769 of 4446 Re: Adaptive HID Lamp swivel fail [manualguy] by manualguy Feb 25, 2008 (11:49 am)
Replying to: manualguy (Feb 15, 2008 1:12 pm) I got the adaptive headlamps fixed last Friday. The service person said that this was unusual but understandable. The driver side headlamp apparently has to make more small motions than the passenger side .   I dont understand why that is the case. But, anyway, they installed a new headlamp unit and it is working fine now. I am trying to figure out if it better to use the automatic setting on the headlamp or not! I asked the service mgr the same question, and he said that leaving it in auto mode is better and this should not happen again.   br manualguy Replies to this message: kyfdx (Feb 25, 2008 7:49 pm) shipo (Feb 25, 2008 8:27 pm) kyfdx (Feb 26, 2008 4:23 am)

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