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Morning Dan Welcome to the Forum I would first watch as many You Tube tutorials as possible then as the old saying goes "you make your choice and pay yourDave money" I uprated the screen in my E70 to and andriod unit I believe anything with android 10 and above are OK with android auto and Carplay

Morning Tim Welcome to the Forum Your choice, just remember that for them to look right you will need the rear diffuser and trims as well Should look good Dave

Hello. Just about to collect a 2015 E93. Trying to figure the best route for Apple Car Play. It seems there are loads of options. Could anyone help with some basic advice for a complete novice to this question please? Thanks Dan

Anyone have experience with fitting a visible exhaust on the new f70 120?

Are these wheels worth much ?

Thanks for the advice Dave.

Morning Kashem Welcome to the Forum Matts post is a few years old and he never did follow up to let us know if he fixed it or sold the car The iDrive is built into the CiC Infotainment system in the front of the car the iDrive controller is also at the front. What is in the boot is the active sound controller and may be the Amp. A diagnostic scan using a BMW capable scanner should help identify where the issue is. First thing is get rid of the water and try to find where its coming in and fix that. Then check the fuses front and rear also check the loom carefully beneath the fuse board in the rear BMW use a cable jointing system that compress's copper wires together they are then covered with a clear plastic sleeve (see the attached picture) in the picture the thin green wires and Orange green trace are for the Can Bus system the black colour is corrosion 3 of 5 wires just fell out when I moved them I cut off the splice and remade the joint with solder and a shrinkwrap cover. I have found this now on 5 different BMW's that friends and family have brought to me with Can bus problems everything from radio not working nav stopped access system issues lights not working If you have had water in there I guess the loom has been submerged so worth a check in my X5 they were bundled in the main loom right beneath the fuse board and rear light (which leaked) I remade all the 5 splices you see in the picture Hope it helps Dave

Morning Mish If they are listed in realoem then they should fit one point with DMF replacement make sure new flywheel bolts are included and fitted. My neighbour has an Uprated 330i had a new DMF clutch etc and within 3months was suffering similar symptoms to a failing DMF the garage he used hadn't used new bolts but tried to convince him it was his uprated engine and his driving style that caused premature failure they were telling him he needed a new DMF. A fiddle but we got his car high enough on some hired Jack ramps and when we pulled the box the DMF was actually loose 8 new DMF bolts about £25 and Torqueing them correctly fixed his problem that was 2 years ago now with no issue since. Dave

Good morning Dave True, the one I got ad 79k, full BMW service history and I had to replace almost all gaskets, o rings, hoses, abs sensors, seals, and I still don’t have a fault free car. Although I have just serviced the car, it looks that I should replace the oil sensor just to be on the safe side, I am using the car for family holidays so the last thing I want is to be stranded. Thank you for the support. Very much appreciated!! Take care Dimitri

Morning Martin Welcome to the Forum Try Disconnecting the Battery for at least 30 mins (a Dealer trick to clear faults) Neg first Dave

Morning Dimitri I believe if the oil is below safe levels it may prevent engine start and show an oil warning but if it isn't working !!! Unfortunately many Main Dealers (not just BMW) loose interest after their Warranty Responsibility ends. So unless a Diagnostic scan is called for and paid for they do not do them and even if they find something which doesn't have an effect on day to day running it gets ignored or for gotten. As I said my 4.6is I fitted 3 Oil level sensors before it was fixed. The car had a full BMW history when I scanned the car that fault was there when I asked the dealer they knew about it but pointed out the sensor can only sensibly be changed at the next Oil Service and the Dip Stick allows oil level checks. I also had an AUC sensor fault Dealer again was not concerned but for me if it's there it needs to be working. Enjoy your Beemer Dave

Thanks Dave. I initially got those information from searching on realoem.com.

Hello Dave. I don’t know if it will stop the engine from running, I read it in one of the BMW forums. The strange thing is that I don’t get a fault on my dash!! only on the OBD. I got my first 735 last August, loved it from the first ride, and now I am trying to fix all those little things that the main BMW dealer have not bothered to put right, hence my questions. Almost there!! Many thanks Dimitri

Not unusual for the oil level sensor to fail but never heard of one stopping the engine starting, though it does sound logical I changed 3 on the 4.6is but you have to wait until Oil Change as they are in the bottom of the sump Dave

Exactly I had to point out I had taken legal advice (luckily had a good pal who is a solicitor) before they took it seriously, they too gave me a rather rough 220i and seem to think that’s good enough for now !

Hi Mishal Welcome to the Forum Check using www.realoem.com put the laST 7 digits of your Vin into the search box it will call up your model then check the relevant section. When you find the part number you need double click it and you will see a list of any other Part numbers and Models that they were used in. If you google the part numbers you should find compatible aftermarket Kits Dave m

Hi, I am reaching out to inquire about a specific matter regarding flywheel parts for my vehicle. I have been investigating the following flywheel part numbers and would like to determine if they are compatible for the same flywheel: 1. 8681723 2. 8690203 3. 9454556 From my research, I found that part number 1 is applicable for vehicles manufactured from 2016 to early 2017. In contrast, part numbers 2 and 3 are meant for vehicles produced from July 2017 onwards. My vehicle, a 2017 BMW F30 330e (RWD, 1998cc, 185KW, 252HP B48B20A), falls under part number 1, as it was manufactured in April 2017. Given that these models are closely related, I am curious if the later part numbers (2 and 3) could also function in my vehicle. In the UK, I have been unable to locate aftermarket part number 1 at a reasonable price, but options for part numbers 2 and 3 are abundant. I would greatly appreciate any guidance or clarification anyone can provide on this matter. Thank you for your assistance.

I have a F30 20ltr 2013 and want to fit the 8.8 display my car has the alpine radio part number 9323784 and I have the 8.8 display part number 9292248 and alpine number AL3008 0289 bmw L7 CID HIGH that I want to fit and I want to know if it’s compatible and need coding I have the ESYS ENET software for coding

Hello all, on the topic of the failure code 28 "oil thermal sensor oil level defect", considering this is an early vehicle that does not have an oil thermal sensor, and I do not have a fault on the dash, is the fault above an oil level fault and not an oil thermal sensor? I have read that if the oil level sensor fails the car will not start. is this true? Many thanks all for the great support!! Dimitri

Yep I agree re the dealer, the pain is I've been looking at getting the wheels refurbed, just haven't settled on a place. I suppose if I get a new wheel the others can be matched to it or near enough. I will make sure the alignment is checked as well. As u say that's what insurance is for. The day was going too well! Dave

Glad it's finally resolved Paul Early 2000's I had an issue with the Merc E55 Estate I owned the Fault was a recall in USA) in Europe Dealer and Mercedes said never heard of it before?? Took my car and gave me a 320d saloon they seemed to think because I was still mobile that was OK. It actually took 2 months and a legal letter and Court date before they suddenly came to life Such a shame the big companies loose sight of their customers sometimes

Oh no! It’s always the cats…. Or pigeons! I would assume bmw would replace it rather than a repair as it would be a main dealer. also, they should check the hub and anti roll bars and all the gubbins related to the wheel. Then they should check alignment etc…. It will not be cheap as you say. go through the insurance, it’s what you pay it for…. I know it will add premiums etc but backstreet Barry could do you a deal for £100 …. Approved dealers won’t and they will (or should) check everything with a fine tooth comb.

Today for first time ever in avoiding a cat I hit a kerb bursting my rear nearside tyre and scraping the wheel quite badly on my 2019 240i. Fortunately I was close to an industrial estate so got parked ok and phoned LV breakdown service who put me onto the insurance side. Car was quickly recovered and is being taken to BMW main dealer tomorrow as an approved repairer. I'm really gutted but could have been a lot worse, will BMW try repairing the wheel does anyone think rather than replacing it? Never had this situation so bit anxious, I'm hoping I can pay it rather than make an insurance claim but can't imagine it will be cheap. Any views appreciated. Thanks Dave

Wrote a letter like that to the dealer who emailed me the next day to say BMW had cleared out car. It only took them 5 weeks but we’re glad to get it back !

Just a quick update. Managed to find a second hand front passenger seat in the correct trim. 1o mins to remove ols seat, 10 mins to fit replacement. No Airbag light issues, and seat belt indicator system, working as expected. 😃🤘 Thanks Guys for you suggestions.