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Morning Ryan Sounds like a good buy Use google for test parameters for the sensors you should be able to check them with a multi-meter Fingers crossed it's the simple fix ENJOY Dave

Morning Kelly Welcome to the Forum Nice car enjoy If you check ZF's website they advise that the transmission is serviced between 60000km and 100000km depending on use and climate. Sadly around the time your car was made BMW used to tell people the transmission is "Sealed for Life" what they meant by "Life" was the end of their Warranty responsibility. Strangely BMW now sell service kits for Transmissions The gearbox it probably the most abused part of most cars not just BMW but it is also very tough So many run for the life of the car without service, the downside is if they go wrong they become very expensive to repair If I were you I would get your transmission serviced Google should help you find a good transmission specialist or ZF centre neat you who are capable of doing the work. With the weather like this top down and enjoy your Beemer Dave

Check the Inter cooler and its hoses Could be oil building up in there Dave

From the wiring diagram in TIS the signal wire Black Green trace goes to the immobiliser. You are right about the fuel pump feed just me thinking out loud again I guess finding out if the relay is powered and working or not is the next step Dave

Morning Moses Welcome to the Forum A flat or disconnected battery can trigger all sorts of Fault warnings which should all reset with a good Diagnostic reader steering angle sensor reset by turning the wheel lock to lock a few times. The air suspension is it all 4 corners or just the rear ? When the engine is started does the compressor run ? If it it doesn't check connections fuses and the level sensors. If the compressor runs and the bags inflate check for leaks If you are not aware check www.realoem.com put the last 7 digits of the Vin into the search box it will bring up your model then look at the front and rear axel sections it will let you see what should be there Good luck Dave

Hi Ryan Welcome to the Forum I hope you brought the car from a Garage and not Private sale To know for sure you need a diagnostic session with a garage or mechanic who knows BMW's The problem could be a wheel sensor so get it checked out. If you brought from a Garage they should fix it for you if it was a recent purchase Dave

Morning Chris Welcome to the Forum Always check these things carefully get referrals before parting with hard earned cash Old Blokes advice Dave

Morning Paul Welcome to the Forum Never seen or heard of anyone using the App but from what I read all the App does is set the clutch in the transfer box to 0 torque. You still have all the components, Transfer case, Front Diff, Front Driveshaft all turning plus the weight. If you have a transfer case problem it will still be there. So this old bloke doesn't see the point if you want rear drive I would trade the car. Dave

Morning I believe the lower one is the signal wire Just a thought if you jury rig a supply to the fuel pump will it run ? Dave

Hi Tino Dont know if you are aware but take a look at www.pelicanparts.com look at their "how too" section they have some great stuff with pictures and descriptions The black wire is it solid Black or Black with a Green trace? Dave

John OK normally any issues with clutch release bearing DMF etc will change with pressing the clutch Me thinking out loud Things that can cause a shake Engine mounts ? Gearbox mount ? exhaust mounts ? Rattles heat shields and under trays loose Hope this helps not hinders Dave

Hi Tino Seems like you have done a thorough job The Relay you have highlighted is the Fuel Pump Relay as far as I am aware I will have a dig into the wiring diagrams for the starter to see if I can help with the Black wire Dave

Hi John Welcome to the Forum Who changed the DMF and Clutch and did they change the throw out bearing ?? If your foot is on the clutch does it make a difference? Have all the heat shields been checked for tightness ? Dave

Hi John If the leak is just a weep it could well be missed at service as they are more interested in getting the job done, and yes it could well have been topped up what was on the invoice/receipt It was more your description "a sweet smell" that got me thinking coolant Dave

Hi Steve Welcome to the Forum What instructions did the camera come with? You need to Identify what the Red and Yellow wires signify (a wild guess Red permanent live Yellow ACC (Switched) live) If the camera is not connected to the car is it running on it's own battery in which case it could be power saving Dave

Hi John That is the back of the diesel particulate filter you have high lighted Your turbo chargers have a cooling system if there is a leak in the cooling system and coolant gets on to a hot turbo or exhaust you will get smoke and a sweet smell. When driving it will tend to blow away under the car It is a fiddle but checking all the hoses in that area is the only way, have you had to top up coolant at all ?? Dave

Morning Justin Welcome to the Forum Changing the battery in the key fob shouldn't need any surgery (before or after the change 😅 Remove the emergency key from the fob, turn the fob over and use the end of the key to prize open the back of the fob. With the fob open use the end of the key to prize open the battery cover release the battery and replace it. Then put it back together 🤣 I have a neighbour who insisted I show her how and she managed it without breaking any finger nails Several videos on the internet now Good luck Dave

Morning Steve The small turbo is working hard from low revs the bigger one comes on song mid range so while it is spinning it isnt under load. My logic says if your in there get both checked and refurbed, you will curse if you do one and in a couple of months !!! Also make sure the intercooler is clean inside (no oil) Dave

Morning Andrew Check www.realoem for hoses and routes would be my starting point As the steering feels heavier I would start there check for leaks if the system is conventional hydraulic, there is a breather hose that should draw vapour of into the inlet. If it has the sealed electric rack not sure if you can top those up, also it would not be a source of smoke. Oil can be coming from a worn seals in the turbo or from the pollution control side Good luck with the investigation Dave

Morning Vicky Welcome to the Forum Not heard of this before Vicky is the clicking occurring when stationary or when moving ? If it is happening when moving I would look for evidence of something touching the wheel or other rotating parts. If it is at full lock when stationary then it could be caused by the steering rack reaching it's stop points ? There are a number of things to check (1) were the tie rods correct part numbers for your car (check the delivery note/receipt the outer ball joints as well. Next the inner tie rods are handed (different part numbers left and right) were they fitted correctly? i have never had an issue with Euro Car parts or Lemforder so if there is an issue I would think they would exchange parts with no issues I would make sure the part numbers are correct and fitted in the correct positions before starting a complaint and claim. If the parts are incorrect or indeed faulty then a claim for the cost of rectifying, parts and labour should be with Euro car Parts. However if they are correct parts fitted incorrectly Good Luck Dave

Morning Joseph All part of BMW strategy to enhance your sense of achievement 🤣 when (a) you find it and (b) actually access it 🤣🤣 With your fuse map there are several for different models and years so make sure you have the one for your model (more BMW fun) For simplicity I took a feed from the Vanity light power through a fuse to the camera on my E70 and did the same on my brother inlaws 5 series with my E53 I used the torch charging point in the glove box as a power source again fused (all cameras are Next Base. Dave

Hi Andrew Blue smoke is an indication that oils is getting into either the Exhaust or Inlet I would check carefully that the oil level is correct (has it been over filled) Next all of the hoses and vacuum lines around the Turbo and and Intercooler, then the inlet side particular attention to the EGR valve and EGR cooler Last it could be Valve stem oils seals As far as I am aware there is an oil cooler arrangement and filter, I guess you have checked www.realoem.com The symbol you describe could be the steering angle sensor is the steering heavy ? Dave

Thanks Andy Great information BMW Dealers follow BMW guide lines sadly which has led to there "Technicians" not actually repairing anything, all they do is change units at their customers expense. Then wonder why they don't see many cars outside Warranty?? They will often advise changing complete units even if the cost exceeds the value of the car Dave

Nice to have you onboard John Welcome to the Forum Dave

Morning Juliya Welcome to the Forum You list errors has the car been scanned ? Has any work been carried out recently ? Are all fuses OK ? I would say start with a full diagnostic scan using a good BMW capable diagnostic program Dave