Uncovering The Causes Of BMW Suspension Noise
Most of the challenges of noise diagnosis and repair come from misunderstanding the customer’s complaint. And, as suspension systems have gotten more complex with many more points of potential failure, making thorough repairs means taking the necessary steps to get a good outcome.
Arnott Releases New Air Suspension Compressor For E70 BMW X5 And E71 BMW X6 SUVs
Arnott Inc., a leader in aftermarket automotive air suspension products, announced the release of a new air suspension compressor with integrated air dryer for the 2007-2013 BMW X5 (E70 chassis) with rear air leveling, and the 2009-2013 BMX X6 (E71 chassis) with rear air leveling.
Standard Motor Products, Inc.’s TPMS Application And Illustrated Parts Guide Covers Audi, BMW And Mercedes
Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) announces the release of a new, printed TPMS Application and Illustrated Parts Guide. This comprehensive catalog includes many new items as well as updates to existing product coverage for both the Standard and Intermotor OE-matching, cloneable TPMS sensor lines.
BMW 2 Series Coupe, BMW M3 Sedan And BMW M4 Coupe To Make World Debuts At The 2014 North American International Auto Show In Detroit
The BMW 2 Series Coupe, an entirely new model series and successor to the 1 Series Coupe, as well as the BMW M3 Sedan and BMW M4 Coupe, the latest chapter in the history of high-performance sports cars from BMW M, will make their world debuts at the 2014 North American International Auto Show on Monday, January 13, at the BMW Stand at COBO Center in Detroit, MI.
SP Tools’ BMW Injector Puller Allows Easy Removal Of Injectors On All BMW Vehicles With Direct Injection
SP Tools’ BMW Injector Puller’s compact size allows easy installation to the injector and easily pulls injectors out. This easy removal greatly reduces the amount of time to replace injectors, which makes more profit for technicians in the end.
Tech Tip: BMW Intermittent No-Start Problem With A Dead Battery
Some 2006 BMW vehicle owners may complain that their BMW has an intermittent no-start problem and the battery has gone dead. This may be the result of an incorrect battery or the comfort access module.
Bringing Down The Bus: Battling A BMW No-Crank
I arrived at the shop and verified the no-crank condition. The dash lit up brightly, but no starter action was forthcoming. Beginning with the basics, I tested power supply at the ignition switch, behind the Car Access System (CAS). This is the module in which the key is inserted. Power and ground was intact; I tested at the starter and found actuation voltage unavailable for starting.
GKN Driveline Expands Supply Program With BMW
GKN Driveline has been selected to supply the front axle for a number of BMW X Series sports activity vehicles. The GKN axle is a key part of the system that transforms the typically rear-wheel drive vehicles to all-wheel drive.
Alignment Service On A 1998-2006 BMW 3 Series
The BMW E46 was the best selling generation of the 3 Series. And while the rear-wheel-drive sports sedan is one of the more complicated cars to align, it offers many service and repair opportunities. The front suspension is a strut design with the familiar sickle-shaped control arm that was introduced on this platform in 1983. The rear suspension carried over from the E36, but it has a unique rear trailing arm design.
Tech Tip: Oil Seepage From Cylinder Head On BMW E36 With M42 Engine
Oil seepage may occur from the left side of the cylinder head at the lower mounting bolt for the intake manifold support bracket due to a casting shrinkage issue.