What the @#&* is wrong with this car
02-27-2010, 10:13 AM
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My Ride: 2011 550i M sport
Well, the verdict is in...NOT the battery. You can now add me to the long list of people with SMG pump failures. Crazy, seems like ive been to the dealership on average once a month for the last 6 months!!! Good news is that the repair was covered under CPO warranty. Anyone have this repaired at cost?....wondering what it would have cost me if
I paid out of pocket
03-05-2010, 05:40 PM
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That didnt happen to me but if and when your ready to replace your battery DO NOT take it to your dealer if you want to save your self some money..... the batteries that BMW use are made by Interstate Battery, you will need a battery that is at least 850cca which is cold cranking amps. Go to your local Firestone store and order one, it will cost around $160 - $180 depending on make and model. To replace it, all you have to do is remove the passenger trunk carpet cover and disconnect the old battery and connect your new one. There is NO programing of any sort needed. I did this my self and iv had NO issues at all. Or you can go to the stealerships and pay $65 an hour to do the same and buy their battery that has the BMW logo for another $100 added to your bill. Good luck and hope my info was useful.
04-16-2010, 05:58 AM
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The car needs to be programmed to work correctly with the new battery. If you don't register it the battery will not be charged at the correct rate. I confirmed this with an excellent Indy BMW mechanic who is trustworthy.
04-16-2010, 04:03 PM
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My Ride: 2012 535i X-driveSpace Grey/Black Dakota, Fineline Anthracite Trim; Executive Package (Rear View, Lumbar, Nav, Voice, SIRIUS, HiFi Pro) Technology Package (Hi Beam Assist, Lane Departure, Blind Spot Detection, Surround View) BMW Apps (Apps, Smart Pho
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$65 / hr is so 1980s. Wonder how much a tow is to Chicago? Hmmmm
04-16-2010, 06:39 PM
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battery replacement, the dealer has to reprogram or "perform steering angle sensor" , well I have adaptive headlights, i'm not sure that could be the reason why they have to adjust the steering every time after replacement of battery.
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