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BMW 3-Series Maintenance and Repair

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Re: Oil change on 06 BMW 325i [idoc2] by lehrer1
Aug 06, 2009 (7:02 pm)
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Replying to: idoc2 (Aug 06, 2009 3:53 pm)

idoc2, thank you.
Lehrer
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Maintence Questions on a 2000, Manual 328i by paganoso
Aug 08, 2009 (12:40 am)
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- I bought my first BMW recently, a 2000, manual 328i with 70k miles from a private party. All service was performed at an independent garage. My next inspection is due in 8k miles and was wondering whether to go with the Inspection I, II service, or if there is something that needs to be done asap? I know the water pump has not been replaced. I have done my research and know that maintence is key in maximizing the longevity of a BMW.
- This is the work the prior owner had completed.
- At 66.9k Front Control Arm Bushings Replaced as well as Pullys and Belts
- At 65.4k The 60k Major Service and Inspection, as well as Oil Service, Front Brake Disc, Pads and Sensors.
- At 57k Oil Service and Inspection
- At 51k Oil Service and Inspection
- At 45k Oil Service
- Any help would be much apreciated.
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Re: Maintence Questions on a 2000, Manual 328i [paganoso] by kyfdx HOST
Aug 08, 2009 (5:32 am)
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Replying to: paganoso (Aug 08, 2009 12:40 am)

As far as preventive maintenance (like water pumps), I'll defer to others... but, the next scheduled maintenance for your car is an oil service, not Inspection I or Inspection II.
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Choices, choices by runningdoc
Aug 09, 2009 (9:36 am)
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I'm looking at a 2009 328i manual transmission, vs. a 335i manual, vs. a 335d (obviously automatic). I wondered if anyone who had these vehicles could give me some feedback on pros and cons, mileage, and experiences. I'm especially interested in hearing thoughts related to the 335d; Any feedback would be appreciated!
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Re: Choices, choices [runningdoc] by pdude1
Aug 09, 2009 (10:29 am)
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Replying to: runningdoc (Aug 09, 2009 9:36 am)

I like the 335i manual which I've had good experiences so far. The one thing I would recommend getting is the sensors for the front and back. It's hard to gauge when backing up and the front end is low so you have to watch out for those low curbs.
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Warning lights by bmwxi
Aug 09, 2009 (10:02 pm)
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My 2003 325 XI with 34,000 miles has the service engine, abs, stability, and eml lights on. Two different garages have not been able to find the cause. Any ideas?
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Dreaded paint bubbles by handel
Aug 11, 2009 (8:40 am)
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Upon inspecting my 2006 330xi, 55,000 mi., I noticed bubbling/blistering of the paint over the front left wheel well. I think this means a complete sanding and repainting of at least that area(and probably more) will be necessary, and the problem will probably recur over time. My car is driven in a snowy environment where road salt is used, but I've never seen the problem in such a young vehicle.
 
 Somebody tell me that BMW will apologize and pay to repaint the damage.
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Re: 2006 330xi 75k+ mile maintenance? [bmwguys] by Firebird_EOU
Aug 11, 2009 (6:25 pm)
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Replying to: bmwguys (Jun 16, 2009 5:27 am)

Did you do transmission fluid change?
My 06 330xi auto is 72k miles now.
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Re: Choices, choices [pdude1] by runningdoc
Aug 11, 2009 (6:49 pm)
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Replying to: pdude1 (Aug 09, 2009 10:29 am)

Thanks much, pdude1! Any concern about the turbo technology in the engine. In the past (many moons ago), I learned that turbocharged engines were synonymous with failures at higher mileages and $$$ repairs. I wondered your thoughts of same?
 
Also, sports package or no?
 
K
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Re: Dreaded paint bubbles [handel] by backy
Aug 11, 2009 (7:09 pm)
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Replying to: handel (Aug 11, 2009 8:40 am)

For 2006 and newer models, BMW has a 12-year limited warranty rust perforation warranty without mileage limitation. "This warranty is for defects in materials or workmanship that results in rust perforation of the vehicle body. This coverage period begins at the start of the New Vehicle/SAV Limited Warranty."
 
So you should have the damage inspected by a dealer, it might be covered under the warranty.

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