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BMW's iDrive module knob is unresponsive - how to fix it?

Navigation doesn't work, I can't enter the options menu. Only the radio and air conditioning settings work. When pressing the iDrive joystick, nothing happens. What could be the reason and how to fix it?

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Do you need to back up the power when replacing the battery in a BMW E91?

Reading your articles about batteries, I know that a new battery needs to be coded. Now I have a question about its physical replacement. Can it be unplugged, removed and a new one inserted? Does the vehicle need to have power backup through a charger, for example?

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How durable is the timing on the BMW 330d with the N57D engine?

I read your advice about the metallic sound from the valve train. Does the same problem also occur in a 2011 BMW 330d?

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The phenomenon of "left air" in BMW - what is the cause and how to fix it?

After a long stop, I start the car with no problems, but after about the 3rd minute or so without adding gas, i.e. without starting, it drops off rapidly....

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Ignition and battery problems in BMW - how to fix it?

I have a problem with igniting the car. Within a week replaced the alternator and battery with the same parameters as the one used before. The next day the car fired up on the second attempt. During the day it fired up without any major problems.

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Noises on a cold internal combustion engine in a BMW - what is the cause?

I would like to ask for your opinion on the loud firing of my car. When the engine is cold, immediately after firing up I can hear a loud crunching sound for 2-3 seconds, which immediately stops. After that, everything is OK. It runs beautifully, evenly and quietly. On a warm engine it rarely happen

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How to prevent timing damage in BMW?

How can you prevent damage to the timing chain? Do any symptoms appear in advance? Is it possible to check it? I have already replaced the timing gear and pump once....

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Irregular knocking in the BMW engine - what is the cause?

I have owned a BMW for a year and a half now. I have scrolled through the forums and have not found a clear cause for the engine knocking. I have read various diagnoses, indicating problems with:

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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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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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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.