BMW Archives - Automotive Tech Info

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.

Don’t Fall for Fake Parts

by the bimmer pub | May 2015

Counterfeit parts can damage your customers’ cars and your reputation as well.

There’s Good Money in Maintenance

by the bimmer pub | May 2015

Performing scheduled maintenance has become a key profit opportunity for savvy shop owners, and something that will keep customers coming back.

Beating Around the Bushings: BMW Suspension & Steering Joints

by the bimmer pub | May 2015

When diagnosing all-aluminum vehicle suspensions, technicians must consider the other components that may may be affected by the bushing installation process, or, based on the age of the replaced bushings, are likely to also need replacement soon.

Perfect BMW Brake Service – We’re Not just “Hanging Pads” Here.

by the bimmer pub | Apr 2015

If you’re just “hanging pads” without doing a careful inspection and evaluation of the whole braking system, you’re doing both your customer and your shop a disservice.