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….. ah!,….. I wanted the De Cat model 😔😂😂😂

😂😅😂 That should do it Stu that looks like the scolded cat model

Morning Clive Welcome to the Forum Back to the Dealer me thinks and ask them, as the car is new they should help at least with a tutorial. If it is a software issue they should sort it for you. I would hope? As there was no follow up by Spencer we don't know if his Dealer was any help Dave

Morning Sherry To be sure you need a Diagnostic Scan as the issue could be anything from a failing Starter Motor to a failing Battery, an igition switch problem or Gerabox Inhibitor switch Make sure the battery is fully charged (use the charge points under the bonnet) put the gear selector in N then try. Check all fuses and the Fuel Pump relay The diagnostic scan would confirm what the issue is Good Luck Dave

Hi Dave, thanks for the insight! Guess I might need to rethink my Bimmer plans if walking and cabs are quick and easy. Those museums you suggested sound awesome! I was also thinking about how to get to the Colosseum, I'll probably end up being one of those 'darned tourists' myself! 😂 I read that it might be possible to skip the lines and get tickets by hiring some local guides. I'll look into https://gowithguide.com/Italy/rome/guides if they book tickets in bulk ahead of time.

My 2007 530i bmw won’t start. Lights, windows, locks, dashboard etc are working, no sound at all when I turn the key. Same thing happened a few weeks ago. Tried my other key and it started. I tried the key identification this time but would not start. HELP!!

BMW won’t start not even click. All lights, windows, locks, etc work. Same thing happened a few weeks ago, switched ignition key and it started right up. Tried the identification key this time but would not start. Battery is good.

Is this one the right model throttlebody? 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

Hi paneuro, im guessing yours is a dual mass flywheel… if it is, you are looking around £500 for the clutch plus fitting… standard one is around £200 for the kit. I had my e46 dual mass replaced for about £850 if I remember. Any decent garage should be able to do the job.

What on Gods great earth did I unleash??? I thought the car was a bit lumpy, but blimey! It must have been choking itself silly… took the bm out with its new throttle body for a test run and it’s never moved so fast! It’s found about 100 horses under there! happy man about to lose his license! 😂😂😂

Hi, I have a BMW 530d E61 manual 6 speed M sport with a slipping clutch. Can anybody say if thed clutch is adjustable or is it a case of a complete replacement. If its a complete replacement what kind of cost can I expect for this? I would rather avoid a main dealer if possible. regards Paneuro. p.s. its an LCI model.

Hi, I have a BMW 530d E61 manual 6 speed M sport with a slipping clutch. Can anybody say if thed clutch is adjustable or is it a case of a complete replacement. If its a complete replacement what kind of cost can I expect for this? I would rather avoid a main dealer if possible. regards Paneuro.

I have the very same problem. Impossible in Cornwall - google maps has no problem so why should the BMW Sat-Nav. Back in Essex is still uses the most inappropriate lanes it can find. The replies given for this problem are no help and just adds to the appalling quality of the software used by BMW. Clive

Morning Luke Last time I was in Rome a Cab or walking was the quickest way around 😂 Beautiful City it depends on what you like the Borghesse Gallery and the Palazzo Madama and the Capitoline Museums for us we couldn't get near the Colosseume it was rammed with darned tourists 😅 who would have thought it Dave

Thanks for the advice. BMW have stated they are willing to thoroughly examine the car once back from repairers. I may still look for an independent assessment

Planning a trip to Rome next year and thinking of renting a 1 Series through https://www.momondo.com/Rome-BMW-Car-Rentals.25465.5.cb.ksp. Anyone done this before? How was your experience driving a Bimmer in Italy? 🇮🇹 Also, any must-see spots for a car enthusiast in Rome? I've heard the traffic can be nuts, any tips for navigating the city? Thanks in advance!

Whoop whoop well done Stu,what colour did they redecorate the kitchen 🤣🤣 My daughter after borrowing the E53 to move a horse said "you don't need all those gadgets Dad there's a thud when your to close" 🤪Love her Dave

Morning Saliqur Welcome to the Forum I don't think the Forum is collating a Complaint it would perhaps be a good idea if someone did gather evidence in the form of posts by those suffering failures from this and other Forums. Then taking that evidence to BMW and maybe the Media to try and get satisfaction in the form of 1st recognition and 2nd support to repair Dave

Morning Peter Welcome to the Forum Enjoy your Z4 and hope we can assist if needed Dave

Hi after many BMW’s decided to support my Z4 e85 2004 with workaround knowledge of these forums. look forward to future solutions.

Finally got round to doing the throttle body… took 2 hours and a bit of swearing. Kids stayed indoors this time as it was raining. managed to remove it by undoing the bolts and elbow hose, then pulling and swivelling it to the rear. Plugged the new (second hand ) one in and fired it up…. All warning lights still on,… plugged in 1.4.0 program and scanned for saved faults, cleared all faults and took it for a spin. I’m not sure if it has been down on power for a while but blimey, off like a rabid whippet! ill take it for a longer run tomorrow but staggering difference and idle is fine, revs are fine and no warnings . as a bonus, I also managed to swap the faulty parking sensor so that works now…. That will confuse the wife! 😂🫡

Morning Richard Well they had to spoil it for you but at least you hadn't commited. Thhe service reset is a really cheeky charge as it doesn't even require plugging in the diagnostics Dave

Morning Mick Welcome to the Forum First why was the MAF changed ? were all hoses and connections checked for leaks ? If the MAFwas confirmed as the culprit was it checked and cleaned ? If still causing faults changing it should be straight forward. If you have diagnostics clear the fault and rescan to make sure it is cleared obviously if the fault remains it is something else in the system. If you don't have diagnostics try disconnecting the Battery for 20/30 mins that should reset everything Good Luck Dave

Not quite as it seems, had I clicked all the way to the end an extra £15 for safe and environmentally friendly disposal. A whopping £27.50 to reset the service light!!!😕 Not overly impressed with the last one. I declined.

I've got a BMW 220d Gran Tourer M sport and also experiencing this same Drivetrain issue. My car only has 48k on the clock. This is absolutely ridiculous. BMW ripping customers off. I would also like to join this joint complaint against BMW.