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BMW 5-Series Maintenance and Repair

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#960 of 2734 Re: 1997 540i Salvage Title/Good Deal? [dhandelsman] by jas

Dec 15, 2004 (3:06 pm)

Replying to: dhandelsman (Dec 15, 2004 12:02 am)
BMW's, like alot of cars, can be very expensive to repair if they have major damage. So, at the 5 year point, a major accident could very easily total the car from the insurance companys standpoint.
 
I was just talking to an independent BMW mechanic, this morning actually, that buys cars under salvage, rebuilds/repairs them and then drives them for many years.
 
It sounds like you are not worried about selling the car or it's resale value. So if you can get it under market value and the car checks out fine, it may be a good route for you. I would use the salvage title as leverage on the price.
 
I would look closely at the frame and alignment. BMW tires wear out when the frames are straight, let alone if they are tweaked. The salvage would probably not have an impact on the drivetrain, but I would check that out as closely as any car I was buying.
 
Good Luck.

#961 of 2734 Rear Seat Air Bags by cassidym

Dec 19, 2004 (1:34 pm)

Thought I saw a series of posts in this forum regarding rear air bags on the E60 and how you determine if they have been activated. If so, can someone point me in the right direction?

#962 of 2734 by ajrose

Dec 20, 2004 (5:09 am)

Verizon finally cane out with a Blue tooth phone (Motorola V710). Unfortunately, I haven't been able to get it to connect to my 05 BMW.
Can anyone help?
Thanks

#963 of 2734 Re: [ajrose] by cassidym

Dec 20, 2004 (6:08 am)

Replying to: ajrose (Dec 20, 2004 5:09 am)
Only certain phones work with the BMW Bluetooth. Your's should soon. Here is the text of an email I got on the subject from BMW of North America listing approved phones:
 
AT&T Wireless
Motorola V600
Sony Ericsson T616
Sony Ericsson T637
Sony Ericsson T68i (phone is discontinued) Siemens S56 (phone is discontinued)
 
Cingular
Motorola V600
Sony Ericsson T637
Sony Ericsson T68i (phone is discontinued) Siemens S56 (phone is discontinued)
 
Sprint PCS
Sony Ericsson T608
 
T Mobile
Motorola V600
Sony Ericsson T610
Sony Ericsson T68i (phone is discontinued)
 
Verizon Wireless
Motorola V710 *No
 
*Note: The Verizon Wireless Bluetooth phone (Motorola V710) launched in September of this year. This device is not fully supported by BMW’s Bluetooth option. The phone is expected to be compatible with BMW’s Bluetooth option before the end of this year, when Verizon implements new software.
 
Thank you for choosing BMW. If you have any further questions, please respond to this e-mail or contact the Customer Relations and Services Department at 1-800-831-1117, Monday through Friday from 9:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M., Eastern Standard Time.

#964 of 2734 Blue Tooth by ajrose

Dec 20, 2004 (8:22 am)

Thanks for the quick response. I called BMW customer relations and was told that they are working on the Motorola V710 and expect to solve the problem within days - well, certainly by Jan 1. How they will do this I haven't a clue.

#965 of 2734 thoughts about remote start by x021627

Dec 23, 2004 (3:33 pm)

I don't have a garage to house my '03 530I and was thinking of getting remote start for the sometimes cold NJ mornings. However, I am concerned that since remote start taps into the electrical system, getting it may void my warranty. Anyone get it installed or thoughts?
 
Thanks, BK

#966 of 2734 Re: thoughts about remote start [x021627] by andys120

Dec 23, 2004 (4:13 pm)

Replying to: x021627 (Dec 23, 2004 3:33 pm)
Don't do it. Extended idling of a cold engine is not recommended by most mfrs. Engines reach their optimum operational temps most quickly when drive gently and take much longer to get temp up at idle speeds which increases wear and tear.
 
Besides your car outside in New Jersey probably isn't any colder than mine in New Hampshire when it's in the garage :_)

#967 of 2734 x021627 by div2

Dec 25, 2004 (10:30 am)

What Andy said. Plus, modern BMWs have very complex electrical systems which are connected to a myriad of computer modules. There's absolutely no way I'd let some nitwit start hacking away at it. Odds are you'd end up with a BMW that wouldn't start with the key-never mind the remote.

#968 of 2734 Air conditioner is always on by zart1

Dec 25, 2004 (4:00 pm)

Replying to: div2 (Dec 25, 2004 10:30 am)
Hi. I wonder if there is anyone who could help me with my Beamer. I have a 95 525i and air conditioning works all the time. My mechanic has tried anything he could think of, but in the end nothing worked. I would also like to know if anyone knows where I can find a right headlight washer, because of that i have a washer fluid low message all the time.
thanks, I would appreciate any help

#969 of 2734 zart1 by div2

Dec 25, 2004 (8:52 pm)

I'm assuming that you mean that the A/C compressor is operating whenever the engine is running. I'm also assuming that you know that the snowflake button on the HVAC panel is the A/C compressor switch. If the switch is not stuck in the "ON" position then there is a short or a bad diode somewhere in the compressor circuit. I would hope that your mechanic has access to the proper wiring diagram for your car as it's nearly impossible to troubleshoot an electrical problem without one.
As for your "Washer Fluid Low" telltale, I would think that the problem is a faulty level sensor in the washer fluid reservoir.
Finally,
Bimmer=BMW Automobile
Beemer=BMW Motorcycle

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