BMW Archives

Troubleshooting Mixture Codes on the N54 Engine

by the bimmer pub | Jul 2016

The 3100 Boost Deactivation is one of the three most encountered diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) for fuel mixture issues.

Choosing the Right Antifreeze/Coolant: What’s a Technician to Do?

by the bimmer pub | Oct 2015

Antifreeze seems to come in all colors of the rainbow these days.

TLC Keeps Bimmer Diesels on Top

by the bimmer pub | Oct 2015

Since they were introduced in 1983, BMW diesels have shown themselves to be very durable and dependable. That is, if they receive proper maintenance. No? Then you’ll need to do some diagnosis before you fix anything.

Waterborne Paint: Green is the Color of Savings

by the bimmer pub | Oct 2015

Waterborne paint saves labor time, energy cost, materials expense, and reduces color match or panel blending problems.

BMW Internal Engine Diagnosis: Right About What’s Wrong

by the bimmer pub | Sep 2015

You’d better be very sure you’re right about what’s wrong. Here, we cover the traditional basics, with a note on VANOS.

the bimmer pub september 2015

by the bimmer pub | Sep 2015

In this issue: Waterborne paint benefits; Internal Engine Diagnosis; Dieseles; Antifreeze/Coolant

Working with BMW Aluminum Panels

by the bimmer pub | May 2015

BMW’s quest to make vehicles stronger, lighter and more fuel efficient is never ending. In order to achieve these goals, new ways of thinking and new materials are necessary. That translates into new repair procedures.