Series 5
Soft brake pedal in MINI - what is the reason and how to fix it?
Please advise me regarding the bleeding of the brake system on the MINI R56. The brake pedal sinks to the floor and there is no perceptible resistance....
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Vibrations and "kicks" in the automatic transmission in a BMW - what is the cause?
I can feel a slight vibration from the drive, which is normal, but in addition to that, I can feel a slight kicking sensation on the seats. What could be the cause?
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High oil consumption in BMW 5 - what could be the reasons?
I am in a situation where my BMW 5 is "taking" oil. From what I've heard from several people, the engine needs to be replaced (some kind of defect). What to do in this situation?
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Shifting jerks in automatic transmission in BMW - how to fix?
BMW on cold engine flips from P to D (drive mode), without jerks, and when warm - jerks. It also happens between gears 3-4. What is the problem...?
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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.
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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.