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#4307 of 4441 Passenger Side Mirror Setting by densmith1 Jul 01, 2009 (3:16 pm)
When I unlock my 2007 328i sedan by pushing the button on the remote control, The passenger's side mirror changes the angle from where it was when I parked the car. Does this mean there is a problem with my mirror or is there a problem with the remote or some other issue where the setting is not being saved correctly. I am using the reveserve tilt setting by keeping the mirror swith pushed all the way to the left position. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
#4308 of 4441 Should I purchase Extended Maintenace by kenshiro Jul 01, 2009 (4:50 pm)
Hi, I own a 2006 330i. My factory warranty is about to expire in 2 months and I am deciding if I should buy the extend maintenance program. I dont drive much, the car has about 37,000 miles. I asked around and the lowest quote is $2000 for 6 years/100k. Basically, I am paying $2000 for 2 more years of maintenace. Is it worth it based on the miles I drive each year? I heard is very costly just to replace the brakes.
#4309 of 4441 Re: 2006 325xi engine problem [mmancini65] by advice2 Jul 01, 2009 (10:28 pm)
Replying to: mmancini65 (Mar 01, 2007 4:13 am) There is a known problem with the cylinder head, and it had to be replaced, luckily my car is still under warranty. The car went into the dealer numerous times before they heard the sound. They first thought it was air in the oil pump and had to bleed the line, but of course, that didn't help.
#4310 of 4441 Looking for a good mechanic in CT by orangedave Jul 05, 2009 (8:38 am)
I have an '02 325xi, have been getting car serviced in Darien BMW center. They are fine, but expensive, can anyone reccomend a good mechanic who knows BMW's but is reasonable?   Thanks
#4311 of 4441 318i overheating by ccrowder Jul 05, 2009 (8:56 am)
I have a 98' 318i which recently overheated. I turned off the key and the fan kept running. Is this normal?
#4312 of 4441 Steptronic Transmission by samuel70 Jul 05, 2009 (2:27 pm)
Looking for the some input regarding using the Steptronic, (auto Tran) and driving the car, like its a 5 speed all the time. I have been told by a dealer service advisor not recommended to drive like a stick all the time. Others have said go ahead...anyone on this forum have any thoughts. Will driving it like a stick, cause some transmission issues down the road. My thoughts were if you drive it like a stick buy one... Replies to this message: shipo (Jul 05, 2009 6:19 pm)
#4313 of 4441 Re: Steptronic Transmission [samuel70] by shipo Jul 05, 2009 (6:19 pm)
Replying to: samuel70 (Jul 05, 2009 2:27 pm) Ummm, overlooking the obvious fact that it is impossible to drive that car like one would drive a car with a stick because it doesn't have a manual transmission and a clutch pedal, no, driving it in manumatic mode shouldn't be any harder on the transmission than leaving it in full auto.
#4314 of 4441 Steering Wheel question by r34 Jul 10, 2009 (8:48 pm)
I just bought a CPO 2007 335xi sedan. I found that I need to use more force to turn the steering wheel. My Saab 9-3 and Audi A4 are not like that.   Is it because of the runflat tires? Maybe it is lacking of power steering fluid?   I expected the Bimmer has better handling than the Audi but I found out not much difference (the Audi may be a little bit "nose heavy").   Thanks.   Ken
#4315 of 4441 Gentle "Wooshing" Sound by idoc2 Jul 13, 2009 (5:10 am)
I have a 2007 238xi. Since the car was new I have noticed a gentle wooshing sound coming from the passenger-side rear quarter when the doors are opened (but only after the car has been parked for aprox>10 min). I have no idea what this is but I have always assumed it was some normal electro-mechanical function that was "awakening" after the car had been "asleep" for a while. Recently, the tone of the noise changed to a raspy rattle and now I fail to hear it at all. I have not noted any change in the function of the car but am wondering what I might be missing. The car has 49K miles and therefore is still under warranty for a few more weeks. Dose anybody have any insights? Thanks
#4316 of 4441 got my second HPFP ater 18,000 miles by jmaroun Jul 17, 2009 (7:38 pm)
I just got my second high pressure fuel pump replaced for my 08 335i (sports package, 4dr, manual). Seems to fail roughly every 9000 miles. I was told by my service rep that free warranty has been extended to something like 120,000 miles and 10 years. But I usually put 200k+ miles on my cars within 7 years easy before I sell or junk'em. I expect to hit 120k within 4-5 years easy. My point,..unless BMW actually designs a better fuel pump or solves this issue..it means I paid full price for half car life. Does anyone know if BMW is actually going to fix this problem(which has existed since 07)..and/or.. do any of you who've had fuel pumps replaced actually experienced over 20k+ miles with no issue with the fuel pump?   On a lighter note, dealer service for this was excellent! Fast, professional, and really polite and nice. I am greatful and appreciative to BMW and the dealership in San Diego.   I even got a 2009 Z4 (M version) convertible with manual as a free loaner!! It was interesting to compare it to my 335i even though the M is a convertible (my 335i is not). Steering feel on the M was dead or numb I thought comparatively and it lacked the 335i's refined drive and especially its superior low end torque. The M's engine tone has a growling raspy bark that is more satisfying than the 335i's less audible yet more refined and higher pitched wind up. The relative lack of low end torque (even with sport button pressed) in the M somewhat took away from the pleasure of its bark. By the way, I found it more pleasurable to not engage sport mode most of the time. I would imagine that on a track however, the sport mode would be better. While the 335's handling is absolutely superb, it could not match the M around tight turns. The M's lower body and huge rear tires ate up turns with ease where the same turn in a 335i would have more lean. It's just as easy to let out the back end on both cars with perfect control. The M got looks though, and many complements...where I've never gotten a compliment on my 335's looks I had alot of fun with the M, yet although I had an option to keep it for another day, I just missed the 335i's low end torque and refined drive. The experience makes me appreciate the 335i's manual transmission which seems butter smooth compared to the M's knotchy engagements. The M had a shorter shifter but maybe it just needs to get broken in more...I did not look to see what the miles were.   I'm not sure what my next car will be..but I know it will have to be at least equally refined and low end torque endowed as my 335i, yet I hope it will be lighter and sportier looking while still having that BMW business suit aspect. I'm not willing to give up the two rear seats although I do not require them to be as spacious as the 3's. That leaves a couple options that exist now.. - 997 911S (used say 06 or 07) - Lotus Evora : a used one in a few years.. (has anyone read the amazing reviews on this car??? - Or whatever BMW comes up with in a few years..and I have faith that BMW can pull off a great new design as a worthy successor for the 335i and the current M3. I'm just hoping that they will. BMW's current trend with their GT and hatch back models are worrisome. Fingers crossed and wishful thinking..but I hope BMW management reads this...not that I expect them to cater only to me.   Till then,..I'll be enjoying the next 9000 miles before the expected new high pressure fuel pump replacement. Who knows,..maybe I'll get a 135 or M3 loaner.       Joseph San Diego

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