Everything posted by Greydog
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Evening all
Morning Graeme Welcome to the Forum Wow very pretty and shiny (my X5 looks like a moving mud pile at the moment) Enjoy your Beemer Dave
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X5 RELAY
Morning Xavier Welcome to the Forum Consumer shut down Relay part of the Body Control System IIRC Dave
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Bmw 1series 14plate problem
Morning Mark Welcome to the Forum When you say "computer" said fuel pressure sensor ? Was the computer a BMW capable diagnostic or something else ? Has the pressure been checked? All it has told you is low fuel pressure not that the sensor is faulty ? So why is there no pressure Fuel Pump OK? Filter OK? Fuel Pump fuses OK? Fuel Pump Relay OK? Sorry it seems to raise more questions but often a code will show a symptom not the fix Dave
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X1 e84 front brake sensor
Morning Alan Welcome to the Forum Take a look at www.realoem.com it is an online BMW Parts List, put the last 7 digits of your Vin number into the Search box it will bring up your model. Then search the relevant section (could be Front Axel or Brakes) It will give you the correct part numbers so if there is a difference you will know. Good Luck Dave
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Go strait to the source
Morning Scott That helps a bit is it LCI or pre LCI just to help with making sure bits fit if you get them 😁 Look at realoem look at and get the part numbers for the M sport trim parts (top tip) get spare mounting clips as well I have always managed to break a few. Then search the normal sites don't ignore BMW specialist dismantlers with luck you may get a complete M sport bumper in your body colour. I believe it is only the M3 trim which is different I would guess that your car being 2005 swirl flaps have been deleted and probably the EGR. Personally I would leave the DPF in place to protect against an eagle eyed MOT technician failing it. Good Luck with the search Dave
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Headlight aim failer
Morning Graeme Welcome to the Forum You need a diagnostic scan by someone or a Garage with a BMW capable system. From your comment you have been to a BMW Dealer try the Register of BMW Specialist's there will be one near you or a good recommended Independent. Your problem could be as simple as a sticking adjuster or sensor or a failed sensor, if all sensors and control elements are in good order it could well be something just sticking. Take a look at www.realoem.com put the last 7 digits of your Vin number into the search box it will bring up your model then check the relevant sections for part numbers if they are needed the small exploded drawings will help with where parts are located. Hope this helps Dave
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Go strait to the source
Morning Scott Welcome to the Forum Little confused here as you say your not into "Modding" your cars, but here you are asking can you fit a different bumper and a noisier exhaust etc etc ?? Still to try and help you first your car BMW 320d but is it E46 or E90 both models were available in 2005 ? Check your log book or I would look at www.realoem.com put the last 7 digits of your Vin into the search box it will bring up your model then check the body section to see if the Motorsport Bumpers are available get the part number and then search all the usual sites for a deal. Engine wise providing your engine isn't a "fleet" issue model then a good remap will reach your 210bhp target without any other mods providing the engine is in reasonable condition of course. Exhaust mods are personal taste do want Loud so people hear you coming or efficient so people wonder what the heck it was that just passed them? DPF can end up with an MOT fail so beware and also like your exhaust mod may not deliver what you think. Again my personal advice if you are going for more power also spend money on brakes steering suspension and tyres Enjoy your BMW that is the main thing Dave
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Cost of catalytic converters for 1998 840
Morning Maureen Welcome to the Forum A quick look at www.realoem.com looks as though BMW would ask $1600.00 + for each Cat I would search the Internet as I have seen 300 cell competition Cat's for sale at around £300 each did your price for £695 include fitting ? Often the OEM Cat has to be cut off and the replacement welded in place? Dave
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Find out my differential ratio
Hi Mark I have seen a 3.0d X3 that had had the near side drive shaft replaced. The shaft hadn't been seated properly and eventually popped out destroying the shaft seal and locking ring.All replaced and a hefty whack on the end of the drive shaft to make sure it seated properly the top up the Diff and all good since The fact you have had Whining did you have any clunks on engaging gear? If your lucky it may be something similar Fingers crossed Dave
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Time to diagnose a fault
Good result why not we are quick enough to scream if things are not to our liking so Name and Praise Dave
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new key as lost one
Hi Gary Welcome to the Forum Local BMW Dealer they will need either your Vin or existing key to order a new one Dave
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Boot Opener Spring Action Failed
Hi paul Check www.realoem.com put the last 7 digits of your Vin in the search box then look for what you need at least you will have a part number if you are searching for a replacement Dave
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Busted Blower regulator!
Afternoon Ged Welcome to the Forum Yes you will find it in the same place just got pedals in the way yo increase the Faddle level. If you aren't aware take a look at www.realoem.com it's an online BMW parts list put the last 7 digits of your Vin into the search box and it calls up your model then check the relevant sections for the correct part numbers for your car. There are small exploded drawings which may help see where stuff fits. Another good site is www.pelicanparts.com they have how to's with pictures but as it is an American site the steering wheel is on the wrong side. Good Luck Dave
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Weird engine noise n55 please help
Hi Oliver Until you know what is causing the noise it is impossible to say. As an example my X5 started to sound like an old diesel at tick over, turned out to be a failed Vanos solenoid (£20 if I recall) Luckily I do have Diagnostic software so could run a scan. Dave
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Convertable top
Morning Rich Welcome to the Forum Check www.realoem.com put the last 7 digits of your Vin into the search box and it will bring up your model. Then search the relevant section you will find small exploded drawings that will help. Plus all part numbers, double click the part number and it will call up a list of other models it was used in and alternatives (if they exist) Dave
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Find out my differential ratio
Morning Mark Welcome to the Forum Check www.realoem.com it's a BMW online parts list. Put the last 7 digits of your Vin number into the search box and it will bring up your model then check the Front Axle section You will find the Part Number you need plus if you double click the part number a list of other models it was used in. If the front diff is toast what caused it? The transfer case normally goes first changing the Diff with out fixing the cause may end up costing dear in the long run. Dave
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Weird engine noise n55 please help
Morning Oliver Welcome to the Forum I would start with a Diagnostic session either with a BMW Specialist or a good Independent Garage or if you have deep pockets a BMW Dealership. Could be a lifter issue, Injector rattle or Vanos Dave
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Cracked Windscreen
Hi Antony Ooops not what you want to find. Most Insurers have a deal with a Windscreen company check your policy Dave
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Bmw e92 325i no power!
Morning Gurtan Welcome to the Forum Normally Lambda faults will have an effect on mixture as the DME not getting the signals will revert to a basic fuel map so the car remains driveable. I would check the Throttle Body, fuel rail pressure and injectors. Dave
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Bmw recall
Morning Steven Welcome to the Forum If you have received a recall letter I would follow it up with your nearest Dealer and explain what has happened, make sure they know it was a Diagnostic by the RAC that points to the FRM. Also check onine for any information that may point to others having a similar issue, I suspect your not alone. Dave
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Key fobs not opening car.
Morning Duncan It may be that your keys need re-syncing with the car, check Google/Youtube for methods Fingers crossed that will cure it Dave
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Boot Opener Spring Action Failed
Thats a new one Paul Not sure if you can take it apart I guess it depends on Cost ££ if a new one is horrendous it must be worth taking it off and seeing what you can do. Tried WD40 Dave
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Introduction
Morning Duncan Welcome to the Forum Dave
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Lights
Hi Norman So there is no power at the connectors? From what I have read there is a fuse but it controls both sides so I would check the earth point for that side and the bulbs and holders. Try swapping bulbs side to side perhaps? Dave
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MHEV battery issues
Welcome to the Forum David Afraid I have no experience with MHEV vehicles yet so can't be of much help, what have BMW to say? Dave
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