In this issue: Airing Out the Problem (Air Suspension); Does this stop the car? (Brake); Missing the Point (Cylinder trouble); BMW Glass Repair
the bimmer pub march 2014
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Feature Articles:
Don’t TREAD On Me: Tire Pressure Monitor Systems
In 2000, the U.S. government responded to serious issues related to automobile tire safety with the TREAD (Transportation Recall Enhancement Accountability and Documentation) Act. This mandated that an elaborate computer-controlled system had to be added to every passenger vehicle to monitor tire pressures. It’s our job to keep these systems up and running.
Advanced BMW Parasitic Battery Draw Diagnostics
Whether you call them draws or drains, tracking them down isn’t as easy as it once was. These procedures and tools will help.
BMW Mechatronic Transmission – Knowing the Do’s and Don’ts
BMW has always been a company that leads the way with technological advancements. One important development was the Mechatronic transmission. It’s been installed in many models, so we need to be more familiar with its do’s and don’ts.
Bring the Heat: Welding
Welding: It’s a matter of focus and staying relevant.
the bimmer pub august 2013
In this issue: Welding; Tires; Mechatronics Transmission; Battery Draw
VANOS Variable Valve Timing: Evolution, Troubles, and Service
Valve diameter, lift, and overlap are all contributing factors to the volumetric efficiency of an engine. If you can vary the relationship between the intake and exhaust valves you can broaden the power band and still have a smooth, clean idle. Variable valve timing is a great advance — as long as we can keep it working.
BMW E90 Steering Angle Sensor Diagnosis
A pattern failure may indeed point you to a bad component, but when the part is expensive you want to be very sure it’s the culprit before you replace it.
Fuel Pump Diagnosis Keep Your Logic Clear & Simple
A no-start on a good customer’s E46 looked like it was due to a fuel-supply problem, but automatically installing a pump would have been a dereliction of diagnostic duty.
BMW's Frozen Matt Paint: Cool as Ice
BMW Frozen and Individual Matt paints create a soft sheen instead of a mirror-like shine. The satin finish is elegant and stylish, and
is selling out faster than the company can produce cars with this dramatic look.
the bimmer pub march 2013
In this issue: Fuel Pump; Steering Angle; VANO; Frozen Matt Paint
the bimmer pub October 2012
In this issue: Fuel Efficiency, Shocks, Windows, Training
