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Sedans BMW 5-Series BMW 5-Series Maintenance and Repair
2190 messages, Last post on Oct 06, 2008 at 12:21 PM
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I have my 1995 530i (small block 3.0 liter V8) in at a local indie shop. They have a factory trained BMW mechanic who is having problems solving a problem...I get sudden power loss at about 4000 RPM. If I get up to that RPM, the power loss is complete until the revs fall, and the check engine light comes on. Any thoughts as to what to look for, things to check/try? My mechanic is stuck and scratching his head...the short block was replaced under warranty in 1999, so it isn't related to the old problem with sulfur and the original alusil engine blocks in the mid-90s V8s. Thanks! |
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Replying to: redflea (May 19, 2008 2:08 pm) David
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Replying to: davis101 (May 19, 2008 2:39 pm) |
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Replying to: redflea (May 19, 2008 2:08 pm) Also, has he by-passed or tested the catalytic or checked for a damaged (crunched) exhaust pipe. What code is the engine light throwing?
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (May 19, 2008 3:42 pm) I'll pass on the suggestion regarding the catalytic, the exhaust pipe is fine, I did take a look at the underside of the car for another reason, and didn't see anything out of the ordinary. |
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 I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW HOW TO REMOVE THE DOOR PANEL ON A 2004 BMW 5 SERIES.
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Had the 4 wheel alignment done on the 540 yesterday, since I've switched over to the summer Goodyears a few weeks ago. Was pleasantly surprised at how many of my "before" readings were in spec. The anal part of me looks at the "after" results and wishes that the car was identical in all measurements side to side, but... I also finally changed the battery, after having one or two instances where I had to roll start the car (manual tranny, fortunately). I've gone since '03 and 149K miles on the original, so no complaints there. I'm using an Interstate MTP93 as the replacement. On another note, I'm looking to replace/upgrade the rotors, and maybe the pads. I don't want a big brake kit, don't want cross drilled, might be willing to consider slotted or dimpled. All I'm looking for is an antidote to the warping/vibration that I sometimes get after a couple high speed slowdowns. It goes away once the rotors cool, but it is still annoying. Any suggestions are welcomed.
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Replying to: ny540i6 (May 28, 2008 8:12 am) Went with BMW-spec rotors/pads, not the cross-drilled options from Baer or Brembo. Never had any warping on the originals, just wore them down. |
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My recent drive from FL to Atlanta over Memorial Day introduced my beautiful '03 e39 to some road gravel on the FL Turnpike outside Orlando. Have some deep pits and a 4" hairline crack right at the rear-view mirror location. Just damn  Mainly an aesthetic concern, but does anyone have experience and recommendations for replacing the windshield? Many thanks! |
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Replying to: lovemyclk (May 28, 2008 5:10 pm)  I know, I blew $50 on "fixing" a chip. Now the good news: The E39 is rigid enough that it handles removal/replacement well. The new one is most probably going to be tougher - the original glass is somewhat soft, and pits easily. My replacement is not looking sandblasted yet. Any reputable glass house will do the job, and it should cost a couple hundred bucks.
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