The OBD port on any BMW 5 G30/G31 that are built from 2016 to 2020 can be found under the panel on the left side of…
The Used 2006 BMW 3 Series comes with rear wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 6-speed manual. Is 325i a 3 Litre? Two…
LONGLIFE-01 FE: Full synthetic long-life oil with fuel economy properties. Oils meeting this specifications must have a low HTHS viscosity to meet the manufacturer’s fuel economy…
So the reason it is being loud is because the turbo wastegate is open to let the exhaust gas pass through while the turbo is cold and let oil to pass through the turbo bearing’s first. Since when the car is cold or stop for a long time, there is no oil by the turbo’s…
Car exhaust system leak If you have a brand new wheel bearing, but you still hear the car sounds like a helicopter or airplane when accelerating, the exhaust system is one part you should pay attention to. When this problem happens, it’s usually a sign of an exhaust leak. Why does my BMW sound like…
This meant that the 328i models (traditionally powered by naturally-aspirated 6-cylinder engines) now used the turbocharged 4-cylinder N20 engine. What kind of engine is in a 2012 BMW 328i? For 2012, the BMW 328i sedan gets a new 240-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder engine and a new optional eight-speed automatic. A six-speed manual is standard. The 300-horsepower,…
Most BMW engine comes with a 5W-30 from the factory. BMW also recommends an oil change interval of 15,000 miles. The brands that BMW uses are the Mobil Full Synthetic 5W-30 High Mileage, Mobil 1 SAE 0W-40, Valvoline SynPower SAE 5W-30 or Castrol Syntec European Formula SAE 0W-30. Is the M54 a good engine? The…
From the spark plugs to the ignition coils, many different things can cause an engine to misfire. The most common causes of misfires are worn, improperly installed, and mishandled spark plugs, malfunctioning ignition coils, carbon tracking, faulty spark plug wires and vacuum leaks. Why is my BMW check engine light blinking? A steady light for…
An engine mount is exactly what it sounds like – the part of your car that holds the engine in place. Because your transmission and engine are bolted together, you need mounts to keep them from moving around. When Should BMW engine mounts be replaced? Increased Vibrations. One of the most common engine mount symptoms…
You can run your car at 240 or 250 degrees without hurting anything, as long as the water in the radiator doesn’t boil. Once the water boils, it will immediately push water out the overflow, lower the coolant level in the radiator, and give you air bubbles circulating through the cooling system. How hot is…
A V14 engine is a V engine with 14 cylinders mounted on the crankcase in two banks of seven. It is a relatively rare layout, which is used on large medium-speed diesel engines used for power generation and marine propulsion. What engine is in BMW 7 Series? Engine, Transmission, and Performance A 375-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter…
Park your vehicle on level ground, and give the engine plenty of time to cool. Open the hood and locate the coolant reservoir. Slowly turn the cap counterclockwise so that excess pressure to be released incrementally. When the cap is removed, a floating device will appear. How do I check the coolant level on a…
How do you check the oil on a 2004 BMW 330Ci? How do you read a 2004 BMW dipstick? How do you read the dipstick on a 2003 BMW 330i? How do you check the oil on a BMW 330i? What oil does a 2004 330Ci take? Castrol Edge Synthetic Motor Oil 5W-40 5 Quart.…
Apply The Brakes. The first step to deactivate the limp mode is to apply the brakes and make a stop at a safe spot. Deploy A Car Diagnostic Scanner. Battery Disconnection. Scrutinize Automatic Transmission Fluid. What is BMW engine failsafe program? Once this failsafe or limp mode has been activated, the ECU will limit the…
The B58 engine was named World’s 10 Best Engines in 2016 (installed in the 340i and 440i), 2016, 2018, and 2022 (M240i), X3 and X4 M40i, Z4 M40i, 2019 (X5) and 2019(M340i). The S58 engine, which was released in early 2019, is the high performance version of the B58. What kind of engine does a…
Oil Leaks From Lower Engine Area. Blower Final Stage Fan Resistor May Fail. Rear Window Regulator. Coolant Loss Due to Leak from Expansion Tank. Front Control Arm Bracket Bushings May Fail. Check Engine Light and/or Engine Overheating. Multiple Power Steering Hoses May Simultaneously Fail. Is the 2006 BMW 325i a good car? The 2006 325i…
2006–2014 Peugeot 207 CC/GT. 2007–present Peugeot 308. 2011–present Peugeot 508. 2010–present Peugeot RCZ (THP156) 2008–present Citroën C4. 2008–present Citroën C4 Picasso. 2008–present Citroën Grand C4 Picasso. 2013–present Citroën C4 Sedan – the car assembled in Russia, Kaluga. Are Prince engines any good? Prince’s engine weakness Simply put, the THP engines were not prepared to handle…
The motor that is used in the Supra comes directly from BMW. BMW is not known to have the same reliability ratings as Toyota, but the engine that they put in the Supra really is a great one. Is the new Toyota Supra engine reliable? We expect the 2022 Supra to have about average reliability…
Since an engine swap requires so much time and work, it does not make sense to swap in an engine that is only slightly more powerful than the E30 engines, such as the M50B25 and 28. Generally speaking, the best engines to swap into the E30 are the E36 M3 engines, S50B30 and S52B32. Can…
The second-generation double VANOS system adjusts the timing of the intake and exhaust camshafts with continuously variable adjustment, based on engine speed and throttle opening. The first double VANOS system appeared on the S50B32 engine in 1996. Which BMW engines have double VANOS? Any BMW car from 1993 or later is likely to have the…
The second generation of the BMW 1 Series consists of the BMW F20 (5-door hatchback) and BMW F21 (3-door hatchback) subcompact cars. What is a BMW 1 Series F21? This generation of the BMW 1 Series (F20 / F21) was produced by the German manufacturer BMW between 2011 – 2019. It’s a front engined Hatchback…
The BMW 528i is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder; the BMW 535i uses a 3.0-liter turbocharged six-cylinder. Line-topping 550i models use a 4.4-liter V8, good for 445 hp, and 480 lb. -ft. What engine does F10 528i have? The BMW F10 5 Series Sedan 528i has a Inline 4, Petrol engine with 1997 cm3…
Squeals while turning could also be a suspension issue, like shocks, tie-rod ends, seals, ball joints, or universal joints that are in need of lubrication. There also could be something rubbing up against the interior trim of the vehicle, which a service center can check out for you. Why does my BMW engine make a…