Year, Model, Miles and Issues

admranger · 03-09-2023, 12:13 AM

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Finally hit the active shutter issue at 48k. Kind of dreading the b&w blown subwoofer issue…from other reports seems like it might be a matter of time.

Tell us more. I’ll need to run some Lorde through the system and see if the brown note is there.

“Morph the Cat” by Donald Fagan is an acceptable substitute, as is London Grammer “Hey Now”.

Gautam · 03-10-2023, 12:38 PM

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Tell us more. I’ll need to run some Lorde through the system and see if the brown note is there.

“Morph the Cat” by Donald Fagan is an acceptable substitute, as is London Grammer “Hey Now”.

These made for a good start to a morning playlist, thanks. Largely 90’s hip hop/r&b for me + audiobooks/podcasts.

G30M · 06-09-2023, 02:07 PM

Laser lights not pointing straight and up, rather down and left (Right hand drive). less than 2000 miles.

G30M · 06-09-2023, 04:04 PM

M550i 2021 under 2000m

Bonnet is not mounted equally horizontal

when i lay it down to rest the right side rests and the left side is not resting

looks fine when shut completely but there is a bit of tension on the mounts i'd say

adhrp · 06-09-2023, 06:45 PM

Finally experienced the coolant expansion tank leak on my 2020 M550i. Got a low coolant warning a few days ago, went to my dealership, SA topped up the coolant and immediately took it into the shop and they found a leak. It is in for a replacement.

NGT2 · 06-09-2023, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by adhrp

Finally experienced the coolant expansion tank leak on my 2020 M550i. Got a low coolant warning a few days ago, went to my dealership, SA topped up the coolant and immediately took it into the shop and they found a leak. It is in for a replacement.

Good SA. I would expect the routine “yeah they burn coolant sometimes” and top off and send you on the way.

adhrp · 06-09-2023, 10:09 PM

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Good SA. I would expect the routine “yeah they burn coolant sometimes” and top off and send you on the way.

He's a really good SA. I didn't even have to ask, he just took charge of it. Reading the way SA's have been blowing off customers on this issue, I'm really thankful to have a good SA.

NGT2 · 06-09-2023, 11:07 PM

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He's a really good SA. I didn't even have to ask, he just took charge of it. Reading the way SA's have been blowing off customers on this issue, I'm really thankful to have a good SA.

Invaluable. I brought the whole department donuts when they snuck me in on short notice to inspect and put new tires on the M550 the week it arrived. It was a big hit. X7 is due for an oil change in a month. Both cars are still under new car maintenance plan, so I’m going to spend the money on donuts again or something similar. Everyone appreciates being appreciated.

Joe-BMW33 · 06-10-2023, 06:12 AM

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He's a really good SA. I didn't even have to ask, he just took charge of it. Reading the way SA's have been blowing off customers on this issue, I'm really thankful to have a good SA.

A good SA is gold. I’ve been using the same one for 20+ years. She has jumped from dealer to dealer a few times and I follow her. She’s back where she started and we first met. This dealer is 25 miles away and I have 5-6 dealers closer. Worth the travel. She takes care of me.

I nice bottle of wine at year end doesn’t hurt either.

adhrp · 06-10-2023, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by NGT2

Invaluable. I brought the whole department donuts when they snuck me in on short notice to inspect and put new tires on the M550 the week it arrived. It was a big hit. X7 is due for an oil change in a month. Both cars are still under new car maintenance plan, so I’m going to spend the money on donuts again or something similar. Everyone appreciates being appreciated.

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A good SA is gold. I’ve been using the same one for 20+ years. She has jumped from dealer to dealer a few times and I follow her. She’s back where she started and we first met. This dealer is 25 miles away and I have 5-6 dealers closer. Worth the travel. She takes care of me.

I nice bottle of wine at year end doesn’t hurt either.

I'm on a business trip abroad right now and I picked up a gift for my SA to convey my appreciation, he def deserves it.

2022M550i · 06-11-2023, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by g21

Laser lights not pointing straight and up, rather down and left (Right hand drive). less than 2000 miles.

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M550i 2021 under 2000m

Bonnet is not mounted equally horizontal

when i lay it down to rest the right side rests and the left side is not resting

looks fine when shut completely but there is a bit of tension on the mounts i'd say

Wow….I wonder what day of the week your car was built? I’m suprised these got by quality control.

G30M · 06-11-2023, 01:39 PM

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Wow….I wonder what day of the week your car was built? I’m suprised these got by quality control.

Saturday

G30M · 06-11-2023, 07:42 PM

the wheel hub (err ... the strip of exposed metal between rotor and wheel hub) has rust on it for some reason. no rust on my 3 series there.

i have looked under the car and it's squeaky clean and shiny, not a single rust spot.

NGT2 · 06-11-2023, 07:56 PM

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the wheel hub (err ... the strip of exposed metal between rotor and wheel hub) has rust on it for some reason. no rust on my 3 series there.

i have looked under the car and it's squeaky clean and shiny, not a single rust spot.

I think I know where you mean but maybe snap a picture so we know for sure

adhrp · 06-17-2023, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by adhrp

Finally experienced the coolant expansion tank leak on my 2020 M550i. Got a low coolant warning a few days ago, went to my dealership, SA topped up the coolant and immediately took it into the shop and they found a leak. It is in for a replacement.

Turns out that the leaking coolant entered the coil and fuel injector of the cylinder nearest to the expansion tank so those had to be replaced as well.

NGT2 · 06-17-2023, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by adhrp

Turns out that the leaking coolant entered the coil and fuel injector of the cylinder nearest to the expansion tank so those had to be replaced as well.

Your SA earned quite the pat on the back.

Gautam · 06-18-2023, 01:22 AM

50k, reduced driver assistance, random at first, eventually occurred within 2 minutes of driving every time. Replaced vibration actuator in the steering wheel to make it go away.

admranger · 06-19-2023, 11:04 AM

39k - passenger (right) side tension strut bushing is kaput. Fluid leaking out.

These are not cheap, btw, with aftermarket around $300 each, just for the part.

JCtx · 07-02-2023, 02:08 PM

So BMWs still have belts? I thought they were like Mercedes, where there are no belts at all anymore. What is still being operated with belts, besides the alternator (or whatever it is)? Thx.

ezaircon4jc · 07-02-2023, 04:11 PM

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So BMWs still have belts? I thought they were like Mercedes, where there are no belts at all anymore. What is still being operated with belts, besides the alternator (or whatever it is)? Thx.

A/C compressor, P/S pump in the cars with hydraulic P/S...

JCtx · 07-02-2023, 05:09 PM

So just A/C; haven't read of any vehicle with hydraulic P/S in ages. Even exotics have EPS now, and for a while. Which one still has it? Just curious. And thank you for the info.

ezaircon4jc · 07-02-2023, 11:35 PM

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So just A/C; haven't read of any vehicle with hydraulic P/S in ages. Even exotics have EPS now, and for a while. Which one still has it? Just curious. And thank you for the info.

Don't know about the G30, but F10's X-Drives have hydraulic steering. What about the M's?

06-09-2023, 02:07 PM	#245
G30M Brigadier General 3870 Rep 4,200 Posts Drives: BMW M550i; Kia EV6 GT Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: Australasia iTrader: (0)	Laser lights not pointing straight and up, rather down and left (Right hand drive). less than 2000 miles.
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G30M Brigadier General 3870 Rep 4,200 Posts Drives: BMW M550i; Kia EV6 GT Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: Australasia iTrader: (0)	M550i 2021 under 2000m Bonnet is not mounted equally horizontal when i lay it down to rest the right side rests and the left side is not resting looks fine when shut completely but there is a bit of tension on the mounts i'd say Last edited by G30M; 06-09-2023 at 04:11 PM..
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06-09-2023, 06:45 PM	#247
adhrp Lieutenant Colonel 1327 Rep 1,647 Posts Drives: 2020 M550i (G30)/2021 X3 (G02) Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: FL iTrader: (0)	Finally experienced the coolant expansion tank leak on my 2020 M550i. Got a low coolant warning a few days ago, went to my dealership, SA topped up the coolant and immediately took it into the shop and they found a leak. It is in for a replacement. __________________ 2020 M550i (G30) \| Carbon Black/Black Nappa \| DHP \| DAP \| Executive \| Luxury Seating \| Park Asst \| Ceramic Controls \| Front/Rear Heated Seats \| 20" 668M wheels 2021 X3 (G02) \| Dark Graphite Metallic/Cognac \| Premium \| DAP \| Front/Rear Heated Seats Sold/Retired: 2012 328i (F30)
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06-11-2023, 07:42 PM	#255
G30M Brigadier General 3870 Rep 4,200 Posts Drives: BMW M550i; Kia EV6 GT Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: Australasia iTrader: (0)	the wheel hub (err ... the strip of exposed metal between rotor and wheel hub) has rust on it for some reason. no rust on my 3 series there. i have looked under the car and it's squeaky clean and shiny, not a single rust spot.
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06-18-2023, 01:22 AM	#259
Gautam Lieutenant 621 Rep 524 Posts Drives: M550 Join Date: May 2021 Location: CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2018 BMW M550i [0.00]	50k, reduced driver assistance, random at first, eventually occurred within 2 minutes of driving every time. Replaced vibration actuator in the steering wheel to make it go away.
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admranger Retired Curmudgeon 2985 Rep 4,050 Posts Drives: ‘19 X3M40i Join Date: May 2011 Location: Las Vegas, NV iTrader: (1)	39k - passenger (right) side tension strut bushing is kaput. Fluid leaking out. These are not cheap, btw, with aftermarket around $300 each, just for the part. __________________ '19 X3 M40 Carbon Black/Oyster, '23 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Summit, Past BMWs: '18 M550i, '18 330 GT, '16 X5 40e, '11 E90M3, '06 X5 4.4, '03 330i ZHP, '02 M3, '97 Z3 2.8, '95 M3 (2x), '94 530i (manual), '92 525i (manual), '88 M3, '87 325iS
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JCtx Major General 258 Rep 5,012 Posts Drives: No BMW yet Join Date: May 2008 Location: El Paso TX iTrader: (0)	So BMWs still have belts? I thought they were like Mercedes, where there are no belts at all anymore. What is still being operated with belts, besides the alternator (or whatever it is)? Thx.
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JCtx Major General 258 Rep 5,012 Posts Drives: No BMW yet Join Date: May 2008 Location: El Paso TX iTrader: (0)	So just A/C; haven't read of any vehicle with hydraulic P/S in ages. Even exotics have EPS now, and for a while. Which one still has it? Just curious. And thank you for the info.
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