moms now.mine

On 2/17/2024 at 2:35 AM, Greydog said:

Morning 

If a fuse is blown there is no power flowing so it follows that the unit controlled by that fuse should be dead not drawing power. As your stop start switch is power on a couple of thoughts has the switch been changed? there are a number of interlocks connected to the stop/start switch. There is a Brake switch and a Gear sector switch either of these could be at fault or the loom between

So while your checking

Good Hunting

 

Hi.

That start/stop ignition button never turns off. Same with the P when parked. I will check the mini fuses on the car. I even added some not in fuse box. I will look for gear and brake fuse. On diagram and #.

Thanks

Hi.

It's been a while. Now back to diagnosing more problems with this E90 06 325i base model.

Car now is stuck in what seems to be 3rd gear. I am an adventurous driver and late night omw home can press the pedal. At 110mph the engine power just slipped and wound out. I could not accelerate and had to pull off highway. I turned off car, let it sit for 20 min and car then stayed in what I think is 3rd gear. Now at 4000 rpm I'm doing 50mph.  Could be a bad solenoid?  If it is, will a new  solenoid kit be correct diagnosis? I hate to consider a BMW dealership mechanic for repair but I want some input if I am correct. 

I am at wits end in maintenance  getting this BMW up to my expectations.

Tires, transmission repair, or internal engine repair is where I draw line and seek a professional to make proper repair. And advise helps.

Replaces to date,

New entire Headlights(2)  brakes,rotors,caliper,alternator,battery,radiator hoses, belt tensioner, belt, 4 pirelli run flats,rear shocks, front full struts. . All done myself except tires. About 20hr labor. 

Another $400 is all I'm kicking out. Only 90k miles and inherited with 75k miles. 

Any advice?

Greydog,

  I decided to change rear shocks . It was time. I also bought mount for additional $23.00 .  Watched a few videos on. You tube to get good understanding what tools and what to inspect while wheel is off. Top mount was fine. Shock was not . Very little resistance when I pushed down the rod to remove the shock. Lower mounts had wear and covered in grease and grime. I did not need special tools. Pretty straight forward. I did need torque (sissy) bar to remove the.lower mounts on both sides. Took about 3 hrs today from rear carpet removal and both tires. Really a change and feel while turning corners at moderate speed. Worth the effort. All wheel alignment Monday and that will close any suspension issues I had. 

Thanks

New AGM <4mo old. Battery dies. Thought parasitic draw. All fuses checked some replaced, some added. About 8 fuses not installed although diagram and reference of amp was shown to have a fuse installed. I filled what was on diagram. 

My problem is, I think I either have a bater thermostat or a never ending water.pump that does not turn off even after 10 hr in garage. Is it a wiring issue? Or what I suspect a thermostat that's not.properly functioning. No leaks, but have filled reservoir 2x in last month and 4x since Oct when I inherited this car. 

Any suggestions?

This has been the.nucleous of.my pandemonium making me bark at AAA who sold me the agm so I felt it was on them but realized not their fault.

So any similar problem/resolve to this? 

Greydog,

Did I mention the new Pirelli P7 runflats I had put on bmw? They are quiet, handle very well and overall a comparable tire to the Continentals I replaced. They rode a little stiff at 36psi but at 32psi, It's a quality tire. 600$ for 4 plus 35.$ to balance, mount and install.  I win!  Bought some good beer for my effort. 😆

Greydog,

 It's been a while since last chat. Hope I'm not repeating myself.

I swear , I think this car is haunted by my mother's ghost . She maybe neglected maintenance or didn't drive enough for any serious issues arise. 06 with 74k when I took possession. I did buy a OBD with multiple functions. I had a few code problems. All fixed. The car came.with original fuse document with #s and amps to replace which is good. I did notice I had several missing fuses, where what diagram says should be a fuse. Some slots do not take a fuse at all and I ignored those. I've since added all fuses minus a 40 and 2 20's  . Will get and install Sat. 

had major issues last week as car suddenly wyd not shift out.of 2nd. A red circular light with.an exclamation point inside lit.up the dash lights. I made it home and plugged in the ODB to scan issue My 2st thought was a broken cable or worse. I called for support and their engineer uploaded updated software and now car shifts fine. Was this a temp fix? Or cud it have been computer related for BMW?

Hi Greydog,

I am going to a auto recycling (junkyard) that has a few similar BMW in lot. I will pluck the start stop ignition push button and while there maybe take the CD player too but will inspect wiring to see if CD is connected to Heat/AC . I turned on air today and heard cd again make noises. Wonder if they are wired together . 

Thanks 

Chris

What up Greydog,

I got up late night to check fuses. Here is the diagram BMW had in glove box. None of the fuses were bad. I again heard this BMW Professional radio make noise as if it wanted to remove a CD. 0 CD in player. I tried to start and now battery was so drained it would not start. I unplugged the Neg terminal from the battery post with hopes a new battery will slightly recharge itself. I connected terminal after 10hrs and had enough juice to start car. I am eliminating battery as the issue. I'm looking into a multimeter to maybe give me an answer what's continually running. It's frustrating but some progress . I will keep you posted. 

Thanks,

14 hours ago, Greydog said:

Morning Christopher

Can't quite see from the picture if the car has a sun roof, often a blocked sun roof drain lets water inside the car and water and electricity are not a good mix

Try to find a replacement at a sensible cost (one of the Auction sites maybe) Also try and find a wiring diagram for your car so yo can trace the connections in case it is another part of the system.

Enjoy your Beverages we all need thinking juice 😂

Hi Greydog.

I am confident there is no leak from the sunroof. It is dirty dusty dry.  I worked late and will attempt to inspect fuses from diagram  attached to the fuse box cover in glove box. 

I will keep you posted.

Life without beer s not living a good life.

Hey Greydog,

After a few beverages, I will wait.until AM to check fuses. Could some moisture cause start stop engine.light to stay on 24/7. I put a 24 hr camera to monitor and never turns off. I also have to keep pressed in as car does react to start immediately. It is an 06. Please advise. 

Good AM Greydog,

  I read and re read your replys to my questions. Thank you. You give sound advice. I think buying a BMW diagnostic Scan  is the way to go. Sitting in rear seat I hear little noises coming from the CD player.  . Also, the start stop engine button stays lit and never turns off. I am looking at Manuel to locate and inspect the fuses. CRAZY.  I want to rip out radio all together but would.leave a big gape . An aftermarket cheap charlie radio is $90 US. I'm  trying the take the path of least $$ , a  new start button sells for $120US delivered. 

Is car.posessed? I'm hearing radio now.make weird noises as I type.  Could radio be on fritz as it's next to start.button?

Maybe spilled coffee?  Maybe.Mom s ghost haunting me via her BMW.? Ha ha. Just some levity. 

I will check fuses. I thank you again. Please advise any suggestions and input. 

Chris