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#2278 of 2416 Re: 540I 1998 Light Engine Light on Error Code83 [JP540I] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Mar 01, 2009 (9:44 am)
Replying to: JP540I (Feb 06, 2009 6:12 pm) Where are you getting this code? I don't see an "83" anywhere on my charts.   Do you have a P code of some sort?
#2279 of 2416 Expiring warranty on 2003 530 by cornea Mar 12, 2009 (7:46 pm)
The extended warranty on my beloved 2003 530 is finally ending this month. It has 85k miles and I would appreciate any advice from the group as to anything I should ask the dealer to do before this expires. Thanks Replies to this message: andys120 (Mar 12, 2009 8:25 pm) lovemyclk (Mar 13, 2009 7:27 am) andys120 (Mar 13, 2009 9:25 am) rohandravid (Sep 03, 2009 10:08 am)
#2280 of 2416 Re: Expiring warranty on 2003 530 [cornea] by andys120 Mar 12, 2009 (8:25 pm)
Replying to: cornea (Mar 12, 2009 7:46 pm) If you have any problems at this mileage they will probably come from the cooling system, have the dealer thoroughly check out the cooling system including the radiator, water pump and expansion tank. If it hasn't been done every two years have them drain and flush the system and put in fresh coolant.   You might want to consider a prophylactic replacement of the radiator and water pump at around 100K miles (they won't do this under warranty unless something fails during the warranty period.)..
#2281 of 2416 Re: Expiring warranty on 2003 530 [cornea] by lovemyclk Mar 13, 2009 (7:27 am)
Replying to: cornea (Mar 12, 2009 7:46 pm) Like you, I went through this for my beautiful '03 530SP as it rolled off of CPO warranty in 1/09. I now have 66k miles and echo the cooling system comments (water pump, radiator). The '03 has an improved design for the hose fittings on the radiator and is not as susceptible to cracks as earlier e39's. Still, my top-drawer independent BMW Tech tells me that I need to prepare to replace cooling system components around 75-85k miles. No problems yet.   I am the sole owner, having leased it in 1/03, then purchasing it because it was simply too good a car to let go. I leased thinking the new e60 might be worth trading for in '06, but could not pull the trigger. My '03 has been a terrific ownership & driving experience, with the only warranty issue being the power steering hoses at around 62k miles - slight leak. Also had the belt tensioner (along with main drive belt) replaced as the original was getting noisy. You may want to have yours checked.   If you are like me, it a real pleasure everytime I drive this terrific car Replies to this message: andys120 (Mar 13, 2009 9:25 am) rohandravid (Sep 03, 2009 10:08 am)
#2282 of 2416 Re: Expiring warranty on 2003 530 [lovemyclk] by andys120 Mar 13, 2009 (9:25 am)
Replying to: lovemyclk (Mar 13, 2009 7:27 am) If you are like me, it a real pleasure everytime I drive this terrific car   Amen to that, E39s rock!
#2283 of 2416 Switching BMW Motor Oil to Synthetic Oil by dfrilot Mar 17, 2009 (9:32 pm)
I drive a 2005 530i with approx 58K miles. I was told by independent mechanic that I should switch over from BMW factory mineral-based motor oil to other high-quality synthetic oil. Has anyone emcountered any problems or warranty issues doing this?   I was also told I should have trans fluid flushed and replaced as car approaches 75K miles (as preventative maintenace), even though factory guidelines say not needed. Good idea or waste of money???   DF SoCal Replies to this message: shipo (Mar 18, 2009 4:38 am) roadburner (Mar 18, 2009 7:19 pm) mrfinagle (Jun 05, 2009 6:15 am)
#2284 of 2416 Re: Switching BMW Motor Oil to Synthetic Oil [dfrilot] by shipo Mar 18, 2009 (4:38 am)
Replying to: dfrilot (Mar 17, 2009 9:32 pm) I'm not sure where that independent mechanic got his advice (unless he is an Amsoil [aka. snake oil] salesman). Why do I say that? Because BMW oil that meets the BMW LongLife-01 oil specification is in fact a synthetic oil.   The two most common oils sold here in the U.S.A. that meet the LL-01 oil spec (besides the BMW oil) are Mobil 1 0W-40 and German made (says "Made In Germany" right on the bottle) Castrol Syntec 0W-30.   I'm also thinking that were I in your shoes, I'd be looking for a new independent mechanic.   Best regards, Shipo Replies to this message: roadburner (Mar 18, 2009 7:19 pm)
#2285 of 2416 Re: [Mr_Shiftright] by arthurt5809 Mar 18, 2009 (7:04 am)
Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Jan 18, 2009 4:42 pm) did you/they manage to get it off alright? i only ask as the same is happening with a car i'd like to buy but the sales guy wont do it as part of the sale - typical! Replies to this message: Mr_Shiftright (Mar 18, 2009 8:34 am)
#2286 of 2416 Re: [arthurt5809] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Mar 18, 2009 (8:34 am)
Replying to: arthurt5809 (Mar 18, 2009 7:04 am) I watched them take it off with hot water, and it seemed quite easy. I didn't watch CLOSELY to see if he used some kind of rough pad or scraper, but it was done in 15 minutes.
#2287 of 2416 Re: Switching BMW Motor Oil to Synthetic Oil [shipo] by roadburner Mar 18, 2009 (7:19 pm)
Replying to: shipo (Mar 18, 2009 4:38 am)     Exactly. That poor guy is absolutely clueless. It's amazing how much ignorance is out there...

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