Noise and vibration from the bottom of the body on a BMW – what is the cause and how to fix it?

BMW driver question

In my BMW, when accelerating hard, I hear a strong thudding sound from the bottom of the vehicle and vibration of the whole body. After exceeding 2,000 rpm, the vibrations and noises disappear. What could be the cause?

The problem affected a BMW 3 E36, but it may also occur in other models.

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The phenomenon of BMW “floating” on the road – what is the reason and how to fix it?

BMW driver question

I bought a BMW 3 and had a full geometry done. Everything is well aligned, and something strange is happening. When overtaking, the car starts “walking” all over the road. The wheels are balanced and I have a sports suspension. Please help – what needs to be done to eliminate this problem?

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Manual opening of the fuel filler flap in BMW – how to do it?

BMW driver question

The central locking system is not working in my car. Is it possible to manually open the fuel filler flap?

The problem affected a BMW 3 E46, but it may happen in other models as well.

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Squeaking rear suspension in BMW X5 – what is the cause of the fault?

BMW driver question

In my car the rear suspension creaks loudly. What is the cause of such a fault?

The problem affected the BMW X5, but it can also happen in other models.

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Shift lever does not return to neutral on BMW cars

BMW driver question

I have a problem with the shift lever – it does not automatically return to the neutral position after engaging fifth gear. What could be the cause?

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Trembling gearshift lever in BMW 3

BMW 3 E46

BMW driver question

In my BMW at idle the shift lever shakes a lot, can this be eliminated?

The problem occurred in the BMW 3 E46, but it can also happen in other models.

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