In this issue

Airing Out The Problems

In the first year of the new millennium, BMW introduced a new air suspension on its X-Series vehicles. This compensates for load by controlling the ride height of either the rear axle, or all four wheels in later versions. But what do we do when they stop working?

Does This Stop the Car?

First, we got anti-lock brakes, controlling wheel speed while decelerating. This evolved into traction control, controlling wheel speed under acceleration. Now we have advanced versions of Dynamic Stability Control. BMW drivers are safer than ever before, but how do we keep this winning streak going?

Missing the Point

OBD II has spoiled us. When we were kids, we had to find misfires BY OURSELVES! Now drivers have a blinking Malfunction Indicator Lamp and diagnostic trouble codes telling us which cylinder is in trouble. You would think that would make our job easier, but we still need to find the cause.

BMW Glass Repair

The structural strength of the front and roofline of the passenger compartment depends heavily on the windshield and its bond with the A-Pillars, roof, and base where it connects to the upper frame rails. Replacement parts, installation materials, and procedures must meet safety standards.