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Right! Quick update…. replaced the throttle body with a brand new one and took all the pipes and diss valve off for a thorough clean. I found some hairline cracks in the folds of the air intake boot of the idle valve intake pipe, coverered it with order tape then electrical waterproof tape as I couldn’t get another one today. started the car and it was banging and popping and wouldn’t run… then I remembered to plug the throttle body back in! reset all modules and adaptions and it calmed down. took it for a 20 mile run at pace and it’s off like a whippet again. thank you to @Greydog as usual for the advice. hopefully this has sorted the issue and on to the next one!

Happy Christmas to everyone. Thank you to all that participated and helped me along the way. have a blessed festive time, a good rest, and no calls to the RAC!

Hi Dave, are there any of these programs you mentioned free? I noticed Foxwell scanners for sale and there did not seem to be any need for a laptop to run them, they seem to be all in one. The reason I ask is I bought the original Carly tool a few years ago when they said all you pay is a one of fee and that was it, all further updates were free and no yearly subscription. They guaranteed this, then they brought out a new model with a yearly subscription and the one I had wouldn't work. I argued that was not the agreement but all they did was send me the new tool and ask for around £90.00 per year. I don't mind paying a one of fee but I get annoyed when they don't stand by there word. sorry for the rant. Paneuro.

Morning Mike Welcome to the Forum Check your settings for your phone first make sure it isn't something there Then check the settings in your iDrive from memory there used to be a check box that needed a tick From memory there were several Video's on the Net about setting the car up Good Luck Dave

Hi greydog, Thanks for the reply. Sorry for the delay i didn't get a notification. It certainly is a tough one. Really difficult to know where to go with it as I've exhausted my relatively limited knowledge/skills. I don't want to just throw money at it as I don't have it and was hoping that someone had experienced the issue before and may have had some advice. With what you have mentioned any idea if getting it into a garage would cost alot or not? I did have it in a garage at the cost of £100 last week and they didn't really provide anything helpful and had no idea about the code. The scanner I use is a Topdon topscan if you have heard of it? Alternatively can you recommend a bmw one that wouldn't break the bank? Thanks Alex

Hi Paul Welcome to the Forum Check www.realoem.com it is a BMW online parts list put the last 7 Digits of your Vin number into the search box it will bring up your model then search the Trim section for the part plus any fixings of course (I know someone who didn't ) Also check whether you need the wheel arch trims Once you have the part numbers Google them to see what comes up, BMW of course but will be £££ but may be BMW recyclers like Quarry Motors will be competitive Good Hunting Dave

Morning Ash Welcome to the Forum I would start with a Diagnostic scan by someone with a BMW capable system that should narrow down where to look. ZF who make the Gearbox in your car recommend it is serviced every 60k to 100k (Fluid Filter changed and solenoids inspected) Good Luck Dave

Who has a need for single wheel ?? If a wheel has been damaged maybe but even then is it the correct size Front or Rear?

Thanks I’ll try again , I’ll fill the car up and add another dpf cleaner and try the regenerative process again. thanks

Morning Rob Welcome to the Forum Fail Safe (Reduced Power) it is there to protect the engine and other components Fail Safe can be triggered by the gearbox as anexample, when was the gearbox last serviced? The engine has a whole raft of sensors and their wiring that can trigger the same condition so I would start with a Full Diagnostic scan (you have something like 100 plus systems and sensors) once you have a list of fault codes we will have a better chance of helping. Dave

Hi Andrew Welcome to the Forum First the Dealer is a business and will try to generate Profit where it can. If you are capable of changing Oil and Filters yourself do so and keep all reciepts as part of the cars History Spark Plugs these are normally mileage based for change or if of course showing signs of failing the same applies to coil packs Micro Filter and Air filter these items I change annually as the cost is so low If you are not into DIY then Google the Register of BMW Specialists these garages normally are BMW trained technicians with all the equipment to maintain your car but their hourly rates are often about half that of a Dealership (someone has to pay for the Free coffee) With the BMW Specialists many can register your service records held on the BMW servers and update them. When servicing my own cars annually I buy Mann Filters Air and oil (OEM suppliers)and Castrol Magnatec 5-30 oil which meets BMW LL04 standards cost is around £70. I carry out the work near to MOT time so I can check the car over. I have my own BMW Diagnostics allowing me to rest any service points and of course find and reset fauts Dave

Morning Doug Welcome to the Forum Sad to say PDC sensor failures are not uncommon. As a starting point all the sensor connections need checking (plenty of information online) then cleaning and remaking, as an example on the X5 the inner front sensors live under the headlamp washer ! If the washer starts to leak/drip it lands on the connector (guess how I know) I have also seen loom damage so a careful check would be my starting point. Thats your Christmas Holiday taken care of 😅 Dave

Morning Paul Welcome to the Forum I know nothing about Samsung phones, but did have a similar problem with the bluetooth connection in the X5. Connection worked incoming calls could be answered but no Phone Book ? if I reset the connection sometimes it would load then next engine start loose it Phone was a Motorol G54. The phone started charging really slowly so changed it Motorola G84 all fixed so phone not car. Mind my G54 Motorola was about 6 years old 😁 So check the Phone settings carefully would be my starting point or like one of my sons just let it go to message !! My wife asked once "are you going to answer that" he said why if its important they will leave a message or call back later I love technology but then I need it to work Good Luck Dave

Morning Jenni The Media screen needs all connections checking if that isnt it then a Diagnostic scan should show if it is screen related or CiC related. So it looks like you need help from either a Garage with BMW capable diagnostics or a Good Auto Electrician If it is the screen your choices are a straight replacement (a used one will be cheaper) or an Android conversion straight forward swap and not expensive. Hope This Helps Dave

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Morning Kevin Welcome to the Forum 2 years since the last service ??? Just because Dealers advertise 30k between services doesn't mean it is good for the car? it is good for the sales campaign (reduced cost for the customer) and while new means the car will take it. All sorts of things can start to fail with age (I know I am old) Spark Plugs I would take a bet that the ones in the car are original. Coil Packs can fail and degrade the ones on the car are probably 15 years old now. Google the Register of BMW Specialists there will be one near to you get them to carry out a FULL service and diagnostic scan. Yes it will cost a few ££ but will be a lot cheaper than the cost and agravation of changing the car. Dave

I am trying to get help with my partners 2009 BMW 3 series. which area should I post this in.

Hi Mark I would question whoever is telling you they are to Long, clearly their knowledge base is missing something Enjoy your Beemer Dave

Ah! Gotcha…. ignore them. That’s the overlay of the aftermarket camera. This has no influence on the sensors. that’s the wallet guide to gauge how much damage will cost! 😂

Yay well done that man 😆 Dave

Can I use an agm Stop start battery on a 740d

Morning Erick Welcome to the Forum At a guess from your brief description the 30 G-F relay is at fault or failing If the relay is failing circuits can remain ON when they should shut down killing battery power, when this condition occurs check Battery Voltage at the under bonnet terminals anything below 12v is not good. Get a good wiring diagram identify and change the relay, fully charge the battery If it helps here is the current relay designations Terminal New Name Description Terminal 0Terminal 0 is a logical terminal and does not provide a power supply. Terminal 0 comprises Terminal 30, Terminal 30B and Terminal 30F.Terminal 15Terminal 15/Terminal 15NTerminal 15 is used to signal the status “Ignition ON/Ignition OFF” rather than as a power supply. That applies, for instance, in the case of the digital motor electronics (DME), the footwell module (FRM) and BMW Night Vision. Terminal 15 N (Overrun) is used for control units and electrical loads operating at status “Ignition ON” when the vehicle is being driven. That applies, for instance, to the lane departure warning (SWW), short range radar (SRR) and Night Vision.Terminal 15WUPTerminal 15 Wake-up is used to wake up control units that can not be woken up by bus communication.Terminal 30Control units and components that must continue to function up to the point when the battery is completely discharged are connected directly to the continuous positive, Terminal 30. That relates to units such as the Car Access System 4, roof function center and the junction box module.Terminal 30gTerminal 30BTerminal 30 Basic is used for control units and electrical loads operating when the driver is present. That applies primarily to components such as the seat module, digital motor electronics (DME), gearbox control unit (EGS), Controller and CD changer.Terminal 30g_fTerminal 30FTerminal 30 Fault is used for control units operating in the driver’s absence. That applies, for instance, to the trailer module (AHM), footwell module (FRM), instrument cluster and automatic climate control module (IHKA).Terminal 50Terminal 50 is provided for controlling the starter motor.Terminal R Hope this helps Dave

Morning Lauren Welcome to the Forum That may be difficult as this is a UK based Forum, we do have a few members across the Pond maybe one of those can help. Look up www.pelicanparts.com they are a long established business and well versed in BMW's they may be able to offer advice Good Luck Dave

My point V is whatever happened we cant comment acurately or form an opinion as we were not there. What ever happened is in the past and your car will need to be repaired as will any other vehicles involved. What are your insurers doing ? Not unusual for them to settle their own insured damage claims in cases like this Dave