Today, while clutch disengaged at stop light, suddenly the motor started racing to 3000 rpm, then fall, then race again. I then engaged the clutch...

Gary Penn

12-13-2005 04:17 PM
John Burns

1) Buy a spark tester and check for spark. Replace ignition module if none. 2) Disconnect a fuel line and check for fuel. 3) Buy a noid light and...

Misterbeets

12-13-2005 03:58 PM
iponnet25

I have found an eBay seller selling the standard and xenon Hella OEM versions at £300 and £600 respectively. Is there anywhere cheaper and is it...

Shevek

12-13-2005 01:09 PM
Dave Plowman (News)

In article <fgerp11r57piisf2vnm6p86bmtb267n2j0 (AT) 4ax (DOT) com>, says... Suggest tou try the Yahoo group for E39s - very helpful bunch...

Jeremy

12-13-2005 10:19 AM
Jesse via CarKB.com

I just purchased this car: it has 76k miles. The throttle 'hangs-up' momentarily. It makes it very difficult to change gears, as I must delay the...

wilbed

12-12-2005 10:10 PM
wilbed

ok I dont know a whole lot about cars but here is the situation, my bimmer ran out of gas today on the freeway and after I put gas in, it cranks...

iponnet25

12-12-2005 08:56 PM
iponnet25

I was looking at my "BMW Magazine" and they had an article about last years roadster homecoming on Labor day weekend. I googled some keywords and...

Jean-Paul

12-12-2005 11:55 AM
joe_tide

I have 92 e32/m30 735i I put a chip in & wanted to be able to switch back to "normal" mode easily (swap ECU/DME boxes -- vs pulling the chip each...

Josh Assing

12-12-2005 08:19 AM
Kyle and Lori Greene

Something very strange started happening with my 1999 E39 BMW 528IT: - Occasionally the speedometer stops working (showing a speed of 0 mph), and of...

jpabello@gmail.com

12-12-2005 03:49 AM
Dave Plowman (News)

Hi all, I have a 98 540 (E39) and started to have strange behavior from the on board electronics when I start the vehicle. 3 times out of 4 it...

Bobino

12-12-2005 12:50 AM
KMS - Brett Anderson

Hi, The other day I attempted to put the top down on my BMW Z3 2.3 and absolutely nothing happened. The motor didn't run, couldn't hear it at all...

nathan_cowan@yahoo.com

12-11-2005 08:41 PM
Jeff Strickland

I have a 99' 528i and I believe I need to replace one or maybe all the vacuum tubes in the engine (Mainly Drivers side) I am not sure where they are...

Branden Nelsen

12-11-2005 08:28 PM
Jeff Strickland

Hi all, Finally I decide to choose from 325xi or 330xi. 330xi is $5-6k more. Could you guys tell me your opinions? Any comments are welcome. Thanks!

ibm_97@yahoo.com

12-11-2005 08:22 PM
pltrgyst

Looks pretty good. They finally get rid of the "big butt" syndrome. I wonder if they will do that for the 5 and 6 series redesigns as well.

ag

12-11-2005 03:35 PM
bfd

Does anybody know a good site for instructions (or have) and details on changing the rear wheel bearings on a 1999 528i?

Scott

12-11-2005 11:49 AM
Dave Plowman (News)

The other day I noticed that the back seat carpet and floor mats on both sides of my wife's 2001 325i were soaked with water. I vacuumed up...

John Starr

12-11-2005 03:30 AM
Dave Plowman (News)

Hi, I want to know, what other models of phone are compatable with a 2001 740IL. It comes with a Motorola StarTac phone, but that phone is...

krama26@gmail.com

12-10-2005 05:17 PM
Ian D

Has anyone installed bmw or aftermarket xeon headlamps? If so how hard is it to do? Jason

Jason

12-10-2005 04:23 PM
Jason

Hi all Newbie question.......... I have a 330ci and when at low speeds (maybe climbing a slight incline) there is a weird noise from the front end....

michaeldoherty

12-10-2005 02:52 PM
michaeldoherty

Hello again... 1999 528i 150,000 miles I have a noise in my read end somewhere, it sounds like it might be expensive. I just had my tires changed...

sehiser@gmail.com

12-10-2005 02:45 PM
JimV

Forgive me if I am repeating someone but - Do you drive the car hard? Redline or high RPM's? Do you have a clutch fan? Have you verified that it...

Sam Nickaby

12-09-2005 10:49 PM
Sam Nickaby

Datsun 120Y are Manufactured by Nissan Motor Japan. Its a fully imported car ( CBU ). In 1981 Last Edition Nissan Satun 120Y or Model B 310...

michaelchen

12-09-2005 10:22 PM
bfd

Hi All, First post. Just bought a '99 323i and too my dissappoinment I found out it really does not have leather seats. (could have fooled me,...

skidog

12-09-2005 07:26 PM
skidog

Genuine BMW CD changer Part#: 82 11 1 469 404 and BMW mounting Bracket part#: 65 12 8 361 452 was in 5 series(e39) dealer installed and removed when...

Ahanna@prodigy.net

12-09-2005 08:36 AM
Ahanna@prodigy.net

My 88 bmw 325is has a loud roaring coming from around the engine when i get to about 25-30 mph it gets worse when i turn left but doesn't when i...

zaida.roofner@booomail.com

12-09-2005 07:13 AM
zaida.roofner@booomail.com

Hi, Can anyone help me in the wilds of northern Scotland. I am having problems with this not starting or cutting out. It may be an...

bigdave

12-08-2005 07:30 PM
bigdave

Got tired of wainting for new M4, M3 or whatever it will be called. So I went and visited the Porsche dealership. Loved the car. Really beautiful and...

Jean-Paul

12-08-2005 07:21 PM
Homer

I'm doing some leather repair & ordering up some supplies. They've asked me if the leather is satin or flat Based on the description they give me...

Josh Assing

12-08-2005 11:57 AM
Josh Assing

Hi, I have a tough decision to make right now. Should I go buy/lease 525xi AWD or X5? For the similar options, X5 is around $5k...

ibm_97@yahoo.com

12-08-2005 09:26 AM
Floyd Rogers

It sounds like a high frequence virbration (similar to revs), the pitch increases with the speed of the car. Noticable (above other noise) at about...

Lordy

12-07-2005 11:54 PM
Matthew Warren

I was repalcing bulbs in my console & I forgot to hook up the SRS connector before putting power back on. Now the srs light is blinking non...

Jason Tripp

12-07-2005 06:17 PM
Josh Assing

Help! does anybody have a pic diagram or specs on a twin cam timing sprockets where to set the starting position. 95 BMW 318i 4 cylinder Thanks, john

Franco55

12-07-2005 05:43 PM
Misterbeets

How much do you pay for a 1-day or 2-day driver's school? I paid $260 for a 2-day deal and thought that was a pretty good price considering all the...

Tom

12-07-2005 02:54 PM
C.R. Krieger

Not an acceptable solution. I don't like hot weather. :-( I called the dealer, left a voice mail explaining the situation and asked if that was...

Richard Cranium

12-07-2005 02:47 PM
C.R. Krieger

Just out of interest: What metal do they make the OEM keys from (standard yellow/gold hue)? And, are they are coated after machining - does this...

Class-1

12-07-2005 04:36 AM
Jan Kalin

I have a Delphi Roady XT xm satellite radio receiver and am driving a 325xi sedan with the 'business cd' stereo system. I don't have a...

rw

12-06-2005 08:08 PM
Alphageek

going to look at this car 2mora ,it go no mot ,what should i be looking for ? please help

rich

12-06-2005 07:23 PM
Acute Angina

Ok I got the check engine light again (98 328i E36)--Time to close loop temperature too long—I have had two completely different answers on...

Jesse via CarKB.com

12-06-2005 04:21 PM
Malt_Hound

hi my name is glen and i have a problem. I lent my girlfrrend my bm and she has blown the motor , so i need to find a new engine for a bmw 316 e30...

glen via CarKB.com

12-06-2005 10:52 AM
glen via CarKB.com

I just picked my first BMW an82 320i, the engine seems tight. It's got 164000 miles. I just found out that there is a feul leak that happens when I...

theeggman

12-06-2005 10:15 AM
John Burns

Grant wrote: Let me restate that: ....and the 12 cyl was never installed in a 5 series *by BMW* as far as I know. ;-) -- -Fred W

ag

12-06-2005 07:52 AM
Malt_Hound

HELLO, I CURRENTLY OWNED A 2000 PORSCHE 911 CABRIOLET. IAM INTERESTED IN BUYING ALSO A 1995 PORSCHE 911. WHICH VEHICLE IS LIKELY TO HOLD THERE VALUE...

MATTHEEW

12-06-2005 12:09 AM
Victor A. Garcia

In the newer BMWs, in the US at least, the car sends out info to the dealer that it is due for service or some malfunction requires it to be...

Pete

12-05-2005 05:22 PM
Jeff Strickland

CAN SOME PLEASE HELP. I OWNED A 2000 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA, W/A MANUAL TRASMISSION. THEY HAVE REPLACE THE TRASMISSION SEAL TWICE, AND IT KEEPS ON...

MATTHEEW

12-05-2005 04:38 PM
Josh Assing

Greetings and salutations, I have some questions about my 525i. First a little background: My 525i stopped running last week. I have the Bently...

Homer

12-05-2005 01:39 PM
Homer

I am bleeding my brakes this weekend and I have three questions (328i 98 E36). First I have heard two different things about where to start, one the...

Jesse via CarKB.com

12-05-2005 11:13 AM
Jesse via CarKB.com

I am looking in to buying a used BMW 3 or 5 series. Any recomendations? John http://www.LuxuryCarForums.com

LuxuryCarForums.com

12-05-2005 11:10 AM
Jesse via CarKB.com

Hi folks - Looking for the best dedicated winter wheel/tire package for my other e36 m3 in the U.S. The Tire Rack has a great combo using 16" Italia...

Joe

12-05-2005 10:43 AM
Joe

Weet iemand hoe ik aan de BMW TIS (Technische Informatie Systeem) van de Z4 kan komen. Bvd. J.

Z4toy

12-05-2005 10:06 AM
Z4toy

I just replaced the cylinder head cover gasket but still there is an oil leak from it. Do I need to apply a sealant as well with the rubber...

preps

12-05-2005 09:40 AM
preps