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#2268 of 2416 Re: [gardis] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Jan 18, 2009 (4:42 pm)
Replying to: gardis (Jan 18, 2009 2:40 pm) Nah, it's easy. I mean, some BRUTE could ruin the windows by trying to take the tint off with a paint scraper, but a normal person would use hot water, soap and a rough sponge and be done in 15 minutes. Replies to this message: arthurt5809 (Mar 18, 2009 7:04 am) Mr_Shiftright (Mar 18, 2009 8:34 am)
#2269 of 2416 Re: [gardis] by emedway Jan 18, 2009 (5:52 pm)
Replying to: gardis (Jan 18, 2009 2:40 pm) It may well be as simple and effective as the host suggests. However, if you're really set on that car, why not have dealer remove the tinting as a condition of sale, such that if the tinting can't be removed to your satisfaction, you don't complete the sale? Let the dealer wipe away the tinting if he says it's so simple. Replies to this message: Mr_Shiftright (Jan 18, 2009 6:25 pm)
#2270 of 2416 Re: [gardis] by andys120 Jan 18, 2009 (5:56 pm)
Replying to: gardis (Jan 18, 2009 2:40 pm) the vehicle had after -market tinting to the windows that makes the vehicle look like a pimpmobile, what with all the black   You say that like it's a bad thing.   At least it doesn't have the landau roof, faux spare and spinner dubs.
#2271 of 2416 Re: [emedway] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Jan 18, 2009 (6:25 pm)
Replying to: emedway (Jan 18, 2009 5:52 pm) Sure the dealer SHOULD do it as a matter of course, since this is a sales barrier.   But I've done it---it's easy. NONETHELESS, if the dealer won't do THAT simple thing for you, think of all the other things he won't do for you in the future.
#2272 of 2416 Had to change to 2 cars in 3 months by vidyasagar Jan 18, 2009 (8:36 pm)
Want to see if any one else had the same experience with the BMW 5 series. I had one leased in October 2008, fuel pump failed twice (first time they replaced with a ew fuel pump anf that too failed again all with in 10 days. Then had to replaced with a brand new car.   This one started giving problems too with in 2 weeks, , as the battery getting discharged to zero and does not start. the problem is under scrutiny and in garage.. For past three days the battery is charged during the day by service center and its gets discahrged by morning mechanics says. the computers in the car are waking up in the night and are drainging the battery. Its an inconience, had been in rental car for more than 10 days during the past 3 months. does lemon law applies here?   I leased Mercedes E 350 for 2 years and it never gave me a problem.   Want to hear from other if any had a same problems. I am trying to get out of the lease with BMW any suggestons from any one. Thanks. Replies to this message: Mr_Shiftright (Jan 19, 2009 10:42 am) roadburner (Jan 20, 2009 8:26 am)
#2273 of 2416 Re: Had to change to 2 cars in 3 months [vidyasagar] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Jan 19, 2009 (10:42 am)
Replying to: vidyasagar (Jan 18, 2009 8:36 pm) There is a Service Bulletin S1 B 61 13 05 dated May 2008 that addresses dead battery issues on the 5 series and that authorizes dealers to conduct a special "Energy Diagnosis" with their BMW test equipment, and further guides them on additional diagnostic techniques to isolate the problem, based on the data from the Energy Diagnosis.   It sounds like your dealer is not with the program here? Replies to this message: roadburner (Jan 20, 2009 8:26 am)
#2274 of 2416 Re: Had to change to 2 cars in 3 months [Mr_Shiftright] by roadburner Jan 20, 2009 (8:26 am)
Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Jan 19, 2009 10:42 am) It sounds like your dealer is not with the program here?   Sadly, that's all to often the case. I'm spoiled in that I have a proactive dealer. When new software became available for the slushbox in my X3, BMW NA was dragging their feet regarding putting on-line. My service advisor gave me a new X3 loaner and overnighted the ECU to Woodcliff Lake to get it re-flashed.
#2275 of 2416 Schneller BMW sevice ? by blh Jan 21, 2009 (9:05 am)
Hi All,   Has anyone used Schneller BMW service. I'm looking to buy a used 530xi or 525xi 2006 or 2007.   I would like to be able to use an independent BMW service thats' close to home in northern MA.   Thanks.   Brian
#2276 of 2416 540I 1998 Light Engine Light on Error Code83 by JP540I Feb 06, 2009 (6:12 pm)
Can anyone make any suggestions if the Error Code83 is the camshaft sensor applies to this 98 model and can it also be causing the traction control and abs lights to come on. Any suggestions will be appreciated. Replies to this message: Mr_Shiftright (Mar 01, 2009 9:44 am)
#2277 of 2416 Re: Problem with New 530 I [ealfonzo] by patella Mar 01, 2009 (6:33 am)
Replying to: ealfonzo (Jul 06, 2001 6:51 pm) I have a 2008 528xi and I also have a slight vibration on my continental run flat tires. I have not had them rebalanced yet.

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