535xi Steering
11-04-2010, 02:57 PM
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Can anyone confirm if it is true the 535xi has Hydraulic instead of electric steering. Saw this on euro website and my dealer who just drove a 535xi said steering seem more direct. Said he did not know answer but if true would account for his perception of his experience with the 535xi.
11-04-2010, 04:00 PM
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My Ride: E90 M3
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Can anyone confirm if it is true the 535xi has Hydraulic instead of electric steering. Saw this on euro website and my dealer who just drove a 535xi said steering seem more direct. Said he did not know answer but if true would account for his perception of his experience with the 535xi.
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My Ride: 2011 BMW 550i; Dark Graphite Metalliic/Oyster, 4.4 TT V8, 8-sp AT, Sports Package, Dynamic Handling, Premium Package 2, Cold Weather Package, HUD
Can anyone confirm if it is true the 535xi has Hydraulic instead of electric steering. Saw this on euro website and my dealer who just drove a 535xi said steering seem more direct. Said he did not know answer but if true would account for his perception of his experience with the 535xi.
All US F10 models have the same electric steering mechanism...535xi included:
http://www.bmwusa.com/standard/conte...s/default.aspx
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All US F10 models have the same electric steering mechanism...535xi included:
http://www.bmwusa.com/standard/conte...s/default.aspx
http://www.bmwusa.com/standard/conte...s/default.aspx
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RealOEM.com via this link did feature a hydraulic steering pump for the 535i but specifically mentioned in the description that it is for cars with Dynamic Drive. No mention of the 535iX though. We know that BMW has implemented energy efficiency features and have taken out the "always on" hydraulic pump in an effort to save energy and replace it with an electric motor that activates only when needed - and this has in turn resulted in the numerous complaints about the lack of steering feel!
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