Tracking down the cause of one problem can lead to other issues. A speedometer repair on this BMW evolved into something deeper.
If It’s Not One Thing It’s Another
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Feature Articles:
the bimmer pub february 2018
In the bimmer pub, february 2018: Testing for Parasitic Draws and Intermittent Electrical Problems; The BMW Network: Marriage of Convenience; Waterborne Paint: The Throughput Hero; Impaired Automotive: 2002 BMW X5 4.4i and Murphy’s Law; Feel the Burn: Welding Basics Prevent Corrosion
Feel the Burn: Welding Basics Prevent Corrosion
Welding basics are critical to ensuring corrosion resistance after collision repairs. We explore the corrosion implications of various welding settings including voltage, wire feed speed, stickout, travel speed and other welding parameters.
Impaired Automotive: 2002 BMW X5 4.4i and Murphy’s Law
It was supposed to be an estimate on an oil leak and suspension noise. We looked at the oil leak and suspension. It was later we learned that this vehicle had been “touched” by another shop.
Waterborne Paint: The Throughput Hero
Better coverage, shorter cycle time, excellent match to OEM colors – the benefits of water-based paint systems go far beyond helping improve air quality.
The BMW Network: Marriage of Convenience
The vehicle being tested and interrogated is a 2007 BMW X3 3.0i. The curiosity in the beginning was “What can I see at the data link we are all so familiar with?”
Testing for Parasitic Draws and Intermittent Electrical Problems
It’s best to have a game plan before you start. Before you even break out wiring diagrams or test equipment, it’s a good idea to ask the customer under what circumstances the problem occurs.
Diagnosing BMW Fuel Delivery Issues
Inadequate fuel delivery may be as simple as an empty gas tank or may be a more involved issue with electrical circuitry.
the bimmer pub july 2016
In this issue: Energy Management; Diagnosing Fuel Delivery Issues; N54 Engine; N52 Oil Leak; Carbon Buildup BMW Diesel Engines
Troubleshooting Mixture Codes on the N54 Engine
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?
Antifreeze seems to come in all colors of the rainbow these days.
TLC Keeps Bimmer Diesels on Top
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.