What kind of mileage do you guys have on your 545/550s? Probelms alon
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Originally Posted by Krozi' post='1067139' date='Dec 3 2009, 01:44 PM
Your missing something.
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Originally Posted by vern' post='1067216' date='Dec 3 2009, 03:37 PM
And what that be Dude ?
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Why don't you go ahead and read the first post of this thread, that should help clear up any confusion
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My Ride: Orient blue '05 545i, Sport/Premium Pkg, 6Speed MT, Xenon, Navi, Blue2th, PDC,
Originally Posted by Bimmerchop69' post='1066983' date='Dec 3 2009, 08:12 AM
Ok got the verdict on my car. 68K miles 2004 w sport package and 6mt. The low coolant is a leak somewhere the mechanic assured me it wasn't burning it.
Also to add to the list 68k miles and the front dynamic stabilizer bar is leaking, thus my dynamic drive malfunction:
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?mo...hg=31&fg=10
Item 01
$1400 part. yikes.
Also to add to the list 68k miles and the front dynamic stabilizer bar is leaking, thus my dynamic drive malfunction:
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?mo...hg=31&fg=10
Item 01
$1400 part. yikes.
I just added more fluid and all works good for right now. I will need to replace it in some time, but I hope it will last a bit more... Try to do the same thing...
What about the cooling? Did you find the leak?
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2005 530i Titanium Gray,Black leather, Nav.,HUD,PP,CWP,SP,PDC,Xenon lights,Steptronic,Logic 7 sound system,,Fold down read seats,Power shades
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Originally Posted by Krozi' post='1067227' date='Dec 3 2009, 03:50 PM
Wow ok broski.
Why don't you go ahead and read the first post of this thread, that should help clear up any confusion
Why don't you go ahead and read the first post of this thread, that should help clear up any confusion
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04 545i 6MT with 82,000 miles.... Replaced the A/C compressor (covered under CPO warranty) and the water pump (covered under CPO warranty). I told them to just replace the thermostat while they were in there replacing the waterpump. There was nothing wrong with it but ya know. Cost me $100 but I think it was worth it. So far that's all I've had to replace other than the brake pads, filters, windshield etc. etc.
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Originally Posted by dawid_w' post='1067286' date='Dec 3 2009, 05:04 PM
OK.. but how big is the leak in the dynamic stabilizer bar? Mine is leaking a bit too... Not wet, but "sweating" ;-)
I just added more fluid and all works good for right now. I will need to replace it in some time, but I hope it will last a bit more... Try to do the same thing...
What about the cooling? Did you find the leak?
I just added more fluid and all works good for right now. I will need to replace it in some time, but I hope it will last a bit more... Try to do the same thing...
What about the cooling? Did you find the leak?
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My Ride: Orient blue '05 545i, Sport/Premium Pkg, 6Speed MT, Xenon, Navi, Blue2th, PDC,
Originally Posted by VW2545i' post='1067694' date='Dec 4 2009, 07:42 AM
That is the problem that I am having as well. Where do you add more fluid? And what type of fluid?
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Sean
As I remember it is Pentosin 11S - There is a note on the reservoir -use only Pentosin 11S (it is just next to the coolant reservoir).
http://www.partstrain.com/ShopByDepartment...source=adwords3
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wow, a lot of common issues here.
I have 66,000 on mine.
No real problems, other than a replaced clutch under warranty at about 45,000 miles, and the infamous passenger seat airbag sensor.
I also burn about a quart of oil every 7500 miles, which is about when I change it anyway.
I had the active steering light come on last year for low fluid and put in some Pentosin and it's been fine ever since.
I have 66,000 on mine.
No real problems, other than a replaced clutch under warranty at about 45,000 miles, and the infamous passenger seat airbag sensor.
I also burn about a quart of oil every 7500 miles, which is about when I change it anyway.
I had the active steering light come on last year for low fluid and put in some Pentosin and it's been fine ever since.
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From: Mississauga, Ontario
My Ride: 2004 BMW 545I
M sport suspension
Active Steering
M sport interior
Navi
Low ride sports
ive got 80k miles on my 545 and so far ive replaced...
water pump, belt tensioner, alt belt, ac belt, tune up, tie rod assembly...but that pretty much does it...the car is in great shape and runs excellent..
water pump, belt tensioner, alt belt, ac belt, tune up, tie rod assembly...but that pretty much does it...the car is in great shape and runs excellent..