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Replying to: sups (Dec 25, 2007 11:19 am) http://edgemotorworks.com/index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=1 Then click on "checklists" and then on "7 series 2001" and it will tell you what to expect regarding maintenance items. |
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Replying to: viopete (Dec 04, 2007 11:11 pm) If you have just the basic German info book, go to , Bavarian Auto Parts, and they have almost all the BMW CD's in english now. I would let you use mine, but it only goes to '87. Best of luck to you! |
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Replying to: mimeo (Jan 10, 2006 7:53 pm) Read that ... You can download or view a .PDF version of the owners manual in the "owners" section of the BMW site Where? Link? Thanks 
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Replying to: czma (Oct 29, 2003 2:25 pm) |
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Upon starting our engine, WARM, the idle immediately rises to about 700. Seconds later, the idle drops 200-300 RPM, the engine shudders for a second or two, then resumes smooth running at about 700 RPM. Technicians spent days trying to define and remedy the problem. They were unsuccessful. The corporation says the car is operating within normal standards. Any similar experience out there? |
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Replying to: john740il (Jan 14, 2007 9:54 am) Thanks |
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Hello: I have an '01 740il with 116k miles. According to the diognostical electrical test when my car was last in the shop, I need a passenger control arm bushing. I have not yet needed to replace any of the bushings, however I did replace a tie-rod on this side of the car while it was under the extended warrenty at approx. 90k. My Kumho tires (never purchase again) are worn on the inside of both the passenger side tires. However, they probably still have 10k of life on them. What would be the estimated time to complete this project, since all places charge by the hour? Could there be another issue that the system failed to diagnose relative to the tire? Would you recommend replacing any other parts in the process? I have noticed that my car does "shimmy" at speeds around 50 mph, I hope that replacing the bushing would resolve the issue. If I would put new tires on the car, would you also recommend an allignment? Could I get the new tires and allignment at a future service date? Thanks for your input! |
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| trying to replace a window regulator and while dismantling window having a problem in removing the rubber guide along the side of the window. There seems to be no starting point or joint where to work from and don't know if a special tool/trick is needed to get it started. The step before called for removing the outside metal covering strip which I did. Next step says remove screws and take off plate. Could someone help explain better? | |
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When I'm driving my car and am stopping at a red light or stop sign I get a bump that lurches the car forward right before I come to a stop. It has almost caused me to hit the car in front of me when I'm parking at the grocery store. The car is still under warranty, and they have done some reprogramming, but it has not worked. Has anyone else experienced this? I think I might need some transmission parts replaced, but I think they are holding off because I have 83,000 miles and the warranty is up in January '09.
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Replying to: papsephus (Jul 24, 2008 4:22 am) Here's a TSB on the subject: SI B 24 17 07 Automatic Transmission July 2007 Technical Service SUBJECT Harsh 3-2 and/or 2-1 Downshifts MODEL E65 and E66 (7 Series) 745i and 745Li with N62 and GA6HP26Z transmission Vehicles from SOP up to 03/2005 SITUATION IMPORTANT :Depending on the production date of the vehicle; there are different situations, and corrective measures, that must be carefully followed. Running production changes in vehicle hardware and software divide these situations into three distinct production periods. A. For vehicles produced from SOP up to and including 02/2003: ^ Harsh 3-2 and / or 2-1 downshift when slowing to a stop ^ Harsh downshift when accelerating at highway speeds ^ "Clunk" noise during a 2-1 downshift while driving slowly to a rolling stop, or during load reversal as described in SI B24 14 07 and SI B26 01 06. B. For vehicles produced from 03/2003 up to and including 08/2003 ^ "Clunk" noise during 2-1 downshift while driving slowly to a rolling stop, or during load reversal as described in SI B24 14 07 and SI B26 01 06. C. For vehicles produced from 09/2003 up to and including 02/2005 ^ Harsh 3-2 downshift when slowing to a stop ^ "Clunk" noise during a 2-1 downshift while driving slowly to a rolling stop, or during load reversal as described in SI B24 14 07 and SI B26 01 06. CAUSES EGS software calibration Driveshaft guibo coupling deterioration for "clunk" noise complaints CORRECTION For Situation A: Harsh downshift complaints 1. Verify that the transmission fluid level is correct. 2. Perform a "Short test" and correct all Drivetrain related faults first. 3. Submit a Puma case titled "Coasting Jolt" to obtain the access code needed to complete the retrofit reprogramming of the EGS module. 4. Start a Progman session using only V26.1.1 or higher and select "Coasting Jolt" from the retrofit options menu. The measures plan should indicate a higher programmed number and an EGS calibration change. 5. Clear the EGS adaptations after programming is completed. For "clunk" noise complaints, vehicles produced 10/2002 up to and including 02/2003, inspect the driveshaft guibo coupling for deterioration or separation as described in SI B24 14 07. For Situation B: "Clunk" noise complaints 1. Verify the complaint On vehicles produced from 03/2003 up to and including 08/2003 the only repair is to inspect the driveshaft guibo coupling for deterioration or separation as described in SI B24 14 07. Note :There are not any further EGS software changes for vehicles in this production period. For Situation For Situation C: Harsh 3-2 downshift complaints 1. Verify that the transmission fluid level is correct. 2. Perform a "Short test" and correct all Drivetrain related faults first. 3. Submit a Puma case titled "Urban Program" to obtain the access code needed to complete the retrofit reprogramming of the EGS module. 4. Start a Progman session using only V26.1.1 or higher and select "Urban Program" from the retrofit options menu. The measures plan should indicate a higher programmed number and an EGS calibration change. 5. Clear the EGS adaptations after programming is completed. For "clunk" noise complaints, vehicles produced 09/2003 up to and including 02/2005, inspect the driveshaft guibo coupling for deterioration or separation as described in SI B24 14 07. WARRANTY INFORMATION Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Please refer to the latest KSD for all applicable labor operations and allowances. If the appropriate labor operation is not contained in KSD, then a work time labor operation should be used. Defect Code 24 00 39 61 00
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