Mirosław Bodera – Członek Zarządu BM Cars - BM Cars International (Page 10)

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The durability of the timing gear on a BMW - when should it be repaired or replaced?

I would like to ask about the durability of the valve train in the BMW 5 F10. Is it necessary to replace in this engine like in the N47 engine of BMW 5 series E60?

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Could a worn tensioner pulley be the cause of knocking and vibration in a BMW?

I can hear a gentle knocking at slow speed and feel a slight vibration. After slightly adding gas, the problem stops. Could a worn tensioner pulley be the cause?

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What are the consequences of an amateur engine replacement in a BMW and how to fix it?

I am after swapping the engine from a BMW E36 to an E46. There is a small problem with the electrical system and I don't really know how to connect the cables to make it all work.

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What is the normal operating temperature of the engine in the BMW 5?

I want to ask about the topic of engine temperature: earlier attention to the fact that the oil temperature pointer turns slightly to the right during sharper driving....

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Error "cornering light failure" in BMW - how to fix?

The car was gently damaged, the lamp was replaced and all the modules were rearranged. Everything seemingly works, only the message "failure..." pops up.

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Does the odometer affect the DPF on BMW engines?

I am writing regarding a problem that arose with the DPF after visiting two workshops. I have received various suggestions from the mechanics about the air purge. Please advise.

Series 1

Discharged battery and inability to recharge in BMW - what is the reason?

The car after a long stop does not start. It is impossible to turn the starter. The lights do not come on. It looks like a discharged battery. After charging the battery no change. The BMW had all the doors locked for a few days, but probably not locked from the remote control. Could this have been

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Too much suspension clearance in a BMW - what is the cause of the fault?

I'm struggling with a front suspension problem on a BMW E39 530i Touring car. The front ground clearance is way too high, about 3-4 cm compared to the serial. According to the VIN, the car was serially equipped with the S227A (Sport suspension lowered ride-height) suspension option.

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Smoky air intake system and oil in the intake system in BMW - how to fix it?

Is it normal to have smoke in large quantities coming from the air purge line? My car has almost 300,000 km on the odometer, it doesn't take oil, the turbo seems to be passing a little. I use Castrol 5W30 oil. Below is a video of the symptoms that concern me.

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What is the normal operating temperature of the engine in the BMW 3?

I would like to know if the engine operating temperature of 100 degrees is normal? I would like to add that the car warms up to this temperature, after driving only a dozen kilometers.

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Is it possible to replace the engine in a BMW with a larger one?

I own a BMW 3. It drives very nicely with the current power, but I would still like to add 50 hp. How much does it cost to replace the engine and can you guys find me an engine or do I have to look on my own? What is the best engine to put in so that I don't have to replace the exhaust, steering and

Series 3

the 10 most common BMW faults in the spring and how to protect yourself from them

In Poland, statistics on vehicle imports and their average age show that we drive vehicles that are 10-15 years old from the date of manufacture. After a period of harsh winter operation, a variety of defects are revealed with the arrival of spring, among which we have selected the ten most common.