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Replying to: shipo (Nov 17, 2008 11:42 am) Also, BMW tests ethanol level of the fuel if the car is under warranty. If the level is above 10%, they will void warranty unless you pay for replavcing the tank, and cleaning the injectors. This has happened to many (just Google it), they misread my Ethanol level and threatened me with this last week. Once I called the Department of Agriculture, they backed off and told me the fuel retested ok.
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Replying to: teebone1958 (Nov 17, 2008 1:58 pm) Said another way, I think you're A) worrying needlessly, and B) going to have a difficult time finding a car that doesn't have an integral fuel tank/fuel pump. As for your claimed ethanol issues, while I'm not saying that it isn't happening, I will say that A) I've never heard of it, and B) your dealership sounds like they may be a bunch of crooks. Best Regards, Shipo
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Replying to: shipo (Nov 17, 2008 5:43 pm)  120,000 miles. A cheap and easy fix, hoever. Other than that, no fuel pump failures on any of my FI cars going back to 1983. That said, I have heard that the fuel pumps on the N54s can be problematic. I think his dealership is not only crooked, but they are trying to scare him into a new car. Kind of like the thieves who charge over $150 for an oil service to encourage owners to extend their service contract or flip the car for a new one.
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Replying to: shipo (Nov 17, 2008 5:43 pm) In essence, I do not want to own a car which has a single mechanical point of failure which can cause a 8000 dollar repair (w\o labor). As otherwise, I like the car (and the BMW make), I want to make sure the next car I buy does not have such a bad design (to be clear, I am ok with the pump\filter in the tank as long as it can be replaced if it goes (as they do sometimes especially with the introduction of ethanol in the fuel). Therefore I have two questions: 1. Does anyone know if the 2008 or 2009 SULEV engines have a non serviceable fuel pump\filter? 2. Does a dealership in a SULEV state have to sell the SULEV engine only (or can they sell a non SULEV engine? From what I understand, the non SULEV engine does not have the pump\filter SEALED into the gas tank. In other words it is replaceable. Also, I do not beleive in 'lifetime' filters.
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Replying to: teebone1958 (Nov 18, 2008 7:01 am) A couple of other things that don't feel right about your posts: 1) I've combed through all of my BMW ordering information and can find no evidence to support your claim that SULEV cars are only sold in CARB states. Per my information, every BMW sold in the U.S. carries the same SULEV rating. 2) The $8,000 number you keep posting sounds more than a bit exaggerated for a fuel pump replacement, even if it does require the entire tank. I'm thinking that whom ever quoted you that number is expecting to make lots of money off of you. Best regards, Shipo
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Replying to: shipo (Nov 18, 2008 8:04 am) Basically, in CARB-following states, a certain percentage of the models offered for sale by a manufacturer must comply with certain emissions levels (referred to as LEV, ULEV or SULEV). BMW has chosen to make some of their lower-end models (128s and 328s) in SULEV-variants for sale in these states. The SULEV-variants have a slightly different engine with a reportedly minor performance reduction to comply with the required standards. This allows the car maker to continue to produce its higher-performance models (e.g. 335i, M3, et al.) free of CARB compliance concerns. If you dig deeper, you can find the 328 reviews listed for both SULEV and non SULEV models. Here is an example link (note both type of models listed): http://www.thecarconnection.com/modelintro/bmw_3-series_2009 In response to #2, the price is for the entire gas tank assembly including all the pumps, filters, and electronics in contains. This has been verified through a second dealership. Once again, the problem is the design of the SEALED tank which prohibits the replacement of the contained mechanical part (fuel pump) and filter. Thanks anyway....
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Replying to: teebone1958 (Nov 18, 2008 8:40 am) Once again, the problem is the design of the SEALED tank which prohibits the replacement of the contained mechanical part (fuel pump) and filter. I agree with Shipo, someone's trying to scare you into a new car. Have them pull up the ETK and show you the part number and MSRP.
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Replying to: roadburner (Nov 18, 2008 12:51 pm) Automatic for sale in California, Mass, New York, and Vermont are fitted with an updated motor identified as PZEV (Partial Zero Evaporative Emissions) M56 B25 which is a further development of the M54 2.5 liter motor with these changes: - Duel down-stream catalytic converters with high cell density technology - Wide-band Oxygen sensors mounted upstream of the catalysts - High-pressure , four outlet fuel injectors - Revised VANOS system with a fixed position for reduced emissions at start-up - Secondary Air Injection system with mass air flow sensor - Carbon filter added to the air intake to reduce hydrocarbon emissions - Stainless steel fuel injectors and fuel rail, tank vent valve, and evaporative canister - Stainless steel fuel tank with intergrated fuel pump, fuel filter, and fuel pressure regulator - YES - due to the nature of the sealed stainless steel fuel tank with it's intergrated pump, filter, pressure regulator, a component failure requires replacement of the fuel tank as a complete unit. It is not serviceable !  - Aluminum cylinder head cover with intergrated ventilation valve - The external heat exchange surfaces of the radiator are coated with a catalyst to reduce ozone in the air drawn through the radiator (see sticker and funny looking parts when you open the hood) - Pistons with 3mm fire lands Based upon the item listed above (integrated gas tank), I would not buy this car on principal alone. I do not think it takes an automotive engineer to figure out that this is a very bad design (and idea), especially since these forums are filled with posts regarding fuel pump issues. Thanks Again. |
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Replying to: teebone1958 (Nov 18, 2008 1:21 pm)
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Replying to: xeye (Nov 18, 2008 4:16 pm) From Tischer For M56 (this is the SULEV engine) *******>********> Item Number MSRP Core Price Price 16116763569 $7,692.49 $0.00 $6,153.99 FUEL TANK __________________________________________________ ____________________________________ for M54 (this is the non SULEV engine) *******>********> 16116766940 $415.95 $0.00 $332.76 Fuel system - Fuel supply - Fuel tank Fuel tank, 325i, ci, 330i, ci 2001 - 2003, 330xi 2002-2004 w/sulev For the M54 engine, the fuel filter is an easy 20 min DIY as it's under the car, underneath the driver's seat. The M56 is configured as one piece (as I have been stating). Believe what you want, but I will go with the facts. You might want to do some due diligence and look things up next time before you post.... I am interested in facts not opinions, so I obviously made a mistake coming to this site. Have a good day! |
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