To prevent problems with the coolant system, it’s essential to stay on top of regular maintenance. Some BMW owners have problems related to the heater core. (Photo: G&G Auto Repair) 7. Oil Filter Gasket Leakage Owning a BMW may come with the perk of luxury, but it can also entail ...
Problem:Initially, 480,000 vehicles were recalled because of the coolant leak that led to fires. This number grew to 1.6 million vehicles worldwide. The leak occurred from the exhaust gas re-circulation module. This is part of the vehicle’s emissions reduction system. When this leak combined ...
We had a great experience with North Bay Bavarian with our Mini Cooper. We brought it in with a coolant leak and they were able to diagnose the problem while we waited. We picked it up the next morning and it’s running great, no problems. And they even washed my car for me before...
The diesel vehicles are equipped with exhaust gas recirculation modules with coolers that could leak and allow coolant to mix with diesel engine soot. The burning particles can then melt the intake manifolds and cause fires. It's a problem BMW faced before when in 2018 the automakerrecalled abou...
The most notorious N62 issue regards the coolant crossover pipe. It sits between the cylinder banks, meaning the consequences of a serious leak (common at around 80,000 miles) can be catastrophic. BMW in its infinite wisdom designed the original part in such a way that the engine has to ...
t worry. North Raleigh Performance is a full-service auto repair shop specializing in BMWs. From vehicle maintenance to BMW repair services and BMW modifications, think of us as your one-stop automotive shop. Crank hub fix, oil leak, or coolant system failure, there’s nothing we haven’t...
Automaker BMW says it is expanding a recall to cover 1. 6 million vehicles worldwide due to possible fluid leaks that could result in a fire. BMW said Tuesday that in some diesel vehicles coolant could leak from the exhaust gas recirculation module, part
A:The 2008 BMW X5 model was troubled by a few critical problems, including interior water leaks, coolant pump failures, and unexpected power loss while driving. These issues, particularly the water leaking into the SUV’s cabin, could lead to significant repair costs and impact the vehicle’s...
m asked about coolant in these cars. BMW basics is a series of videos where I try to appreciate what seems obvious to a seasoned enthusiast may not be obvious to everyone. This is one of those things. In this video I share why it’s important to use BMW blue coolant in your car, ...
Here are some items that may have issues: Wastegate valve, solenoid and spring Motronic temperature sender Blower control box Throttle position sensor Starter relay Output shafts Additional air slide valve Thermostat/radiator coolant hose Hydraulic brake