My 850i

Album created by Nivonco · Updated September 6, 201510 yr

This my car which I have owned for a few years.It is a J spec 850i with 44000kms yes kms on the clock which I imported to Canada fromJapan. I am moving to Newark in the UK and this car although LHD is coming with me.

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Oil consumption 430 LCI (N57)

All,
So as title suggests, my car has warned me of “low oil” after 2k miles since service.
It had also needed a couple of top ups in between services.
I’ve added a litre and it’s back to Max.
Hoping for the best, I’ve just replaced the crankcase breather on the cam cover, purchased from MKY performance (https://mkyperformance.co.uk/products/bmw-n57-pcv-diaphragm-valve-cover-repair-kit-cap-11127800309?_pos=1&_psq=BMW+N57+PCV+Diaphragm+Valve+Cover+Repair+Kit+Cap+11127800309+330d+430d+530d+325d+640d+×+1&_psid=d7acb3413&_ss=e&_v=1.0)
Real OEM doesn’t show the valve as being separate from the cover.
No real need for explanation, it’s straightforward enough to do as can be seen from pics. There’s even a 10% discount code on the business card.
I removed the compressor inlet duct for access & used a pair of pick tools to unpick the old cover.
Old diaphragm was quite a bit more supple and the spring seemed weaker too.
Time will tell if it’s cured the oil consumption. 🤞🏻

By Kevmond · 1 hour ago1 hr
F32 N20 - No Communication with DME (Solid Red in ISTA)

Hi Dave
For me post initial BM3 flash that failed, I had a few successful flash attempts with the ECU communicating but since I replaced the battery and got the ECU back I've seen these new error messages.
I have yes, though no expert in ISTA very much learning through others and YouTube. Though in regards to the Flexray bus, I'm seeing that as the ZGM module which is built directly into the FEM module in the passenger side footwell
With work being busy I've not been able to look at the car since, but have ordered a few leads to attempt point 3 of yours
Rav

By ravman2 · Tuesday at 05:42 PM1 day
F80 M3 wanted

Afternoons thanks for the response.
I'm looking to replace my previous one that got written off. Now I know more about them it's very difficult finding an honest one huh.
Hoping this is the place to find my forever baby.

By Shannybo · Monday at 01:13 PM3 days
F80 M3 wanted

Good luck with your search - its always difficult to find the right car but be assured that it is definitely out there

By BOC Administrator · Monday at 01:04 PM3 days
F80 M3 wanted

Any genuine and honest F80 m3s for sale? Preferably under 75k and modified.
Based in N.Ireland but willing to travel to UK.

By Shannybo · Sunday at 05:33 PM3 days

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