1 post · Joined 2017. #34 · Nov 15, 2017. Hi guys, I have an e39 BMW 525I 2002, I seem to have a faulty heat gauge, the car reaches its normal temperature then after 15min of driving it almost redlines but reduces to normal when I release the pedal. Valve covers, valley pan, coolant transfer pipe, mechatronic unit, exploding expansion tank, these are the major issues with the N62 V8. Once those issues are solved the car will run strong for long time. Patients, money, and being a enthusiast is the only way to maintain a BMW N62 V8. Sent from my iPhone using Bimmerfest. Hi, i have 2005 BMW 530i has 125000 miles, transmission problem, its drives very fine no issue, but all sudden the acceulartion stop and transmission stick on gear ! i put the daignoster scanner gave me a code p17F4 transmission fault, help please. Depending on the year and model of the BMW vehicle, fuel injectors may be one of the components to fail sooner than others, or to run into performance issues over time. Although not unique to BMW vehicles, fuel injectors are one of the components that may fail prematurely in BMWs. Common Symptoms of Damaged or Clogged Fuel Injectors On BMW E60 models with the N52 or N54 6-cylinder engine, the coolant pump is an externally mounted electric pump bolted to the right front of the engine block. Using an electric pump (as opposed to the engine-belt-driven variety) helps engine cooling efficiency and longevity, as the pump can operate regardless of whether the engine is running If that does not solve the problem, go after #4 (Vanos seal). Remember the oil pump supplies oil to the Oil Filter Housing to feed the engine. On the Oil Filter Housing's back side, there is a feed for the Vanos as well. If the Vanos seals start to leak (common problems after 8yr/80K miles), you will get 2 symptoms: - Erratic idle when Engine My Cars. 2003 Bmw 530i. Jump in and find a good one with good records. 1 owner if possible, no mods and you should be good. I own a accord as well as my 03 530i . Both are reliable if regularly maintained. It just cost more to love and pamper my bimmer than to maintain my honda. 07-18-2016, 01:25 AM #10. The fifth generation BMW 5 Series is available in two body styles: sedan (E60) and Touring (station wagon E61). The German car has a length of 4841 – 4855 mm, a width of 1846 mm and a height of 1468 – 1512 mm. The wheelbase is 2880 – 2889 mm. The weight of the car varies from 1545 to 1735 kg depending on the version. 1oYOT7e.

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