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4446 messages, Last post on Nov 29, 2009 at 12:04 PM
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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
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Replying to: kirkr (Feb 25, 2008 5:31 am) |
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Replying to: manualguy (Feb 15, 2008 1:12 pm)  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
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Replying to: manualguy (Feb 25, 2008 11:49 am) If you don't leave it in automatic, then it won't swivel.. they are fixed forward..
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Replying to: kyfdx (Feb 25, 2008 7:49 pm) Well now, ain't that annoying. As I understand it, Xenon headlight assemblies have a lifespan that is calculated more by on/off cycles than hours of operation. With that in mind, I always kept my Xenons off of the "Automatic" setting as they had a tendency to turn on and off all too often (i.e. shady street, tunnel, overpass...). Hmmm, I suppose that means that I could simply switch them to "A" when I want them on. Best Regards, Shipo
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Replying to: shipo (Feb 25, 2008 8:27 pm) I never use the auto setting... I don't seem to achieve any real-world advantages from the swiveling... and since our DRLs are activated, I don't have any need for the automatic part, either.. When I need the lights, I turn them on.... When I stop, I turn them off.. just like the last 33 years...  (my wife loves the auto setting... go figure) |
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My car is going in tomorrow for a checkup because my warranty is about to expire. I'm at 47500 right now. Is there anything I should ask them to look into. I know they are going to do a whole "used" car inspection. (Brakes, suspension, fluids, etc...) But, I was wondering if there is anything special I should ask. They already told me they are doing a oil change. Thanks in advance.
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Replying to: canman1971 (Feb 26, 2008 3:05 pm) "My front end seems to have a shimmy, and when I go over a bump, I hear a clunk." That will get them to check the front control arms and bushings...
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I just got a 98 318i and noticed that when first starting out in the morning a noise, sort of a rumble, comes from around the right front. I actually sounds like something is rubbing the tire. As you go along the sound becomes less noticeable and eventually becomes only a hum. This hum is present only when you tweek the steering to the left while driving. If you slightly turn to the right it goes away completely. The hum continues even when the transmission is out of gear. The car tracks very straight and steady. Was thinking maybe RF wheel bearing, but what do I know? I am puzzled. Can anyone offer some help? Thanks for your time. |
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Replying to: kyfdx (Feb 26, 2008 12:04 pm)
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