skylolow. 1012 posts · Joined 2008. #7 · Aug 21, 2010. n200mb said: First place to check is follow the upper hose coming out of your coolant tank that runs across the top of your radiator. This part fails right around 50k to 75K on many BMW's. It's a simple DIY repair and cheap. General Information. Chapter 1: Routine maintenance and servicing. Chapter 2: Part A: N47 engine in-car repair procedures. Chapter 2: Part B: M47 and M57 engines in-car repair procedures. Chapter 2: Part C: General engine overhaul procedures. Chapter 3: Cooling, heating and ventilation systems. Hot Air Drying: Open Sesame: For this method, you'll need to access the headlamp's innards. Open the service cover, turn signal module, or control unit openings. Blow Off Some Steam: Using a hairdryer (yes, the one you use post-shower will do) or an industrial hot air blower, gently waft warm air into the headlight. Hello All, As thread says I have a BMW 530d e60 2003 , and it recently developed the issue of not starting, it cranks but no diesel no start. Diagnosing : 1 - Enter the car key into ignition position, immediately appears 3 errors : - Cruise Control failure. - Fuel pump ( which I can distinctly ear working ) - Drive control system!Drive moderately. Using the schematic below.. newTIS. 1-Confirm alt cable connection at starter is tight and not corroded. 2-Confirm there is 12v on alternator connection x6509 when measured to the metal alternator housing with engine off. 3-Measure voltage on x6509 to the metal alternator housing with engine running. . The BMW 5 Series is a luxury executive saloon that's comfortable, efficient and drives beautifully. That last point, however, depended on the original owner specifying one important option, namely E60 530i. Forget about going to a BMW dealer regarding your transmission. Find a reputable auto transmission specialist in your aread and get them to quote a full auto rebuild. As a guide, the shop I use will supply a changeover ZF for AUS$2200, with a rebuild running to $1800. 535d is a great car but, think carefully before buying it. The engine is more complicated and that can lead to expensive falut finding if anythig does go wrong. Try a 530d it may tick all the boxes for you without the need for a higher level of techncal risk. And you will have cheaper insurance and running costs.

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