I have a 99 528i and the headlight on the driver's side is pointing
down very low. Also it seems to giggle or bounce as though it were
loose when I hit a bump. Is something broken or just out of
adjustment? I don't want to go back to the dealer because it is just
too expensive.

Also, I have a problem with the dirver's seat. It is a power seat that
is heated. When I am driving it make a popping noise when I change
directions as though something is sliding back and forth. It
feels/sounds like this is happening in the back of the seat. Any
thoughts? Anyone know how to get the back off of the seat so I can see
what is popping? The dealer says it is the frame and it will cost
$1,200. I'm looking for a cheaper answer.

"nichdl1" <nichdl1 (AT) aol (DOT) com> wrote

Probably a broken adjustment fitting. May need to replace more than the
fitting.

There's a lot of thinks that cause seat noises in the E39. Try a google on
E39 seats and try

http://www.bmwtips.com/

http://www.bimmerdiy.com/e39

to start.

R / John

"John Carrier" <jxc2 (AT) comcast (DOT) net> wrote

Are the headlights Xenons? If so, the adjusters literally disintegrate. If
you google, you'll find the repair instructions. I did it on my 99. Took
about an hour and the parts were under $50. The dealer wants to replace the
entire assembly for $2000 even though they carry the parts!