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Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 05-25-2013, 08:35 AM

Replies: 11 service engine soon (SES) and overheating Views: 331 Posted By bschmidt25 I don't know that you can really check them, but... I don't know that you can really check them, but it's located in the lower coolant hose near the radiator. The sensor itself is less than $20. Might be worth a shot before you replace the water...

Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 05-24-2013, 07:52 PM

Replies: 8 07 530 xi 96,000 Views: 515 Posted By bschmidt25 Re: 07 530 xi 96,000 I have the same car as you - same color and everything - but I only have 70k on mine. Bought it at 50k. I change the oil every 7500. I had to do the front brakes at 62k. Easy job. Only problem...

Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 05-24-2013, 07:37 PM

Replies: 11 service engine soon (SES) and overheating Views: 331 Posted By bschmidt25 Re: service engine soon (SES) and overheating I would clear the O2 (lambda) codes and see if they return. If the car has been sitting a while it may be because of that. Get some fresh gas, put some miles on it and check again. They're almost...

Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 05-24-2013, 07:19 PM

Replies: 24 Which 5 Series? Views: 867 Posted By bschmidt25 Re: Which 5 Series? I'm going to take a different path... I'd look for a 530i sport w the 6 speed. 255 HP in the 530 and no worrying about turbo, coil, or HPFP issues. I've put 20k on my XI in almost a year and have...

Forum: Exterior 04-10-2013, 09:24 PM

Replies: 1 E60 NOAH car cover Views: 362 Posted By bschmidt25 I know it's been a few months, but is this still... I know it's been a few months, but is this still for sale?

Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 02-22-2013, 12:06 PM

Replies: 27 TPM malfunction appears Views: 753 Posted By bschmidt25 I had the same problem this morning. It was... I had the same problem this morning. It was snowing and wet here so I feared for the worst, but the spare tire area is bone dry. The RDC module looks fine as well (no signs of previous damage). I...

Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 02-22-2013, 11:07 AM

Replies: 0 TPM Malfunction Views: 119 Posted By bschmidt25 TPM Malfunction Edit: Found recent thread with the same issue. Delete...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 12-17-2012, 08:15 PM

Replies: 16 525it To Much or Good Buy Views: 488 Posted By bschmidt25 +1. This is about the mileage when it seemed... +1. This is about the mileage when it seemed like everything was coming due for me. I had to do the full cooling system, rear suspension/subframe bushings, and valve cover and oil filter housing...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 12-16-2012, 08:07 PM

Replies: 5 My Car Doesn't Start No Crank No Turn On Views: 427 Posted By bschmidt25 Do you have interior lights? Do you have interior lights?

Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 12-16-2012, 04:19 PM

Replies: 2 Brake Pad Wear Sensor Views: 303 Posted By bschmidt25 Brake Pad Wear Sensor The service warning for the front brakes (condition based monitoring) just started going off. I checked the pads and it looks like they still have a good amount of material left. I'm probably going...

Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 12-08-2012, 07:34 PM

Replies: 10 Value of 2004 BMW 525i Views: 740 Posted By bschmidt25 Thanks for the info on the trans options. I... Thanks for the info on the trans options. I wasn't sure what the early E60s had in them. As far as the mechatronic issue, the issue is the sleeve more often than the mechatronic unit itself,...

Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 12-08-2012, 09:36 AM

Replies: 2 Help me finding 2005 e60 525i N52 engine cooling fan Views: 385 Posted By bschmidt25 Do you have a late 2005? 04-05 525 had the M54,... Do you have a late 2005? 04-05 525 had the M54, so that's why you're seeing parts for it. If you do indeed have the N52 you could probably just use 2006 for the year and look it up...

Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 12-08-2012, 07:08 AM

Replies: 10 Value of 2004 BMW 525i Views: 740 Posted By bschmidt25 I'm pretty sure it will have a radiator with... I'm pretty sure it will have a radiator with plastic sides. Check where the top hose connects to it. That's where they crack most often. I'm not sure which trans the earlier 525s and 530s use....

Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 12-07-2012, 09:57 PM

Replies: 10 Value of 2004 BMW 525i Views: 740 Posted By bschmidt25 Same situation with mine. My E39 has 191K on it... Same situation with mine. My E39 has 191K on it now and the only real issues I've had with the motor have been cooling related. I did have to do the valve cover gasket recently, but that's normal...

Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 12-07-2012, 08:37 PM

Replies: 10 Value of 2004 BMW 525i Views: 740 Posted By bschmidt25 Welcome! The 2004 (and 2005) 525 and 530 had the... Welcome! The 2004 (and 2005) 525 and 530 had the M54 motor, which was carried over from the previous generation (E39) and used in the E46 3 series as well. The M54B25 in the 525 doesn't have a lot...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 12-07-2012, 07:50 PM

Replies: 17 No heat Views: 1,110 Posted By bschmidt25 Wait until the car is COLD (let it sit overnight)... Wait until the car is COLD (let it sit overnight) and open the cap on the expansion tank. There's a red plastic float in there. The top of it should be even with the top of the tank. If it's low,...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 12-07-2012, 07:37 PM

Replies: 21 Selling rims scam warning Views: 972 Posted By bschmidt25 I got scammed on eBay once too. Without going... I got scammed on eBay once too. Without going into too much detail, the seller sold me a known defective product but had disguised it to look new. By the time I started having problems and got it...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 12-03-2012, 09:37 PM

Replies: 31 Your highest mileage per tankful? Views: 1,028 Posted By bschmidt25 +1 . I can get over 500 pretty easily if it's... +1 . I can get over 500 pretty easily if it's strictly highway and a little over with 400 city and highway driving. I have to say that you sedan guys are making me jealous with your nearly 600 mile...

Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 11-26-2012, 08:34 PM

Replies: 5 Fuel door stuck Views: 710 Posted By bschmidt25 Thought I'd circle back on this and document what... Thought I'd circle back on this and document what the issue was in case anyone else has this problem in the future. The problem was the rubber seal over the push button. It had come loose on one of...

Forum: Car Audio & Electronics Forum 11-26-2012, 07:13 PM

Replies: 1 E39 Wagon subwoofer Views: 1,198 Posted By bschmidt25 Mine does. Although calling it a subwoofer is... Mine does. Although calling it a subwoofer is pretty ridiculous. Not much low end from it. It's in the trunk, right side, behind the removable panel and just above the battery. I agree - very...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 11-25-2012, 05:45 PM

Replies: 3 9 OBD2 codes on my 525i Views: 362 Posted By bschmidt25 Agree. It could be the small hose too. Removing... Agree. It could be the small hose too. Removing the large one from the pump and making sure that's working should help him troubleshoot. If it is, check the vacuum hose connection and make sure...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 11-25-2012, 12:33 PM

Replies: 3 9 OBD2 codes on my 525i Views: 362 Posted By bschmidt25 The secondary air codes are likely going to be a... The secondary air codes are likely going to be a failed secondary air pump. I had the same issue/codes on my car when that happened. Unfortunately, the pump is about $400. You can see if it's...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 11-25-2012, 12:07 PM

Replies: 18 Best BMW bang for the buck, $6000?? Views: 1,133 Posted By bschmidt25 For a single guy with no family, I would go for a... For a single guy with no family, I would go for a 3 series. He might be able to find an E46 in this price range, but it'll probably need some work and it'd be an early version. His best bet might...

Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 11-25-2012, 11:37 AM

Replies: 5 Fuel door stuck Views: 710 Posted By bschmidt25 Thanks Mac! I'll give that a try and post the... Thanks Mac! I'll give that a try and post the results.

Forum: E60 (2004 - 2010) 11-25-2012, 11:31 AM

Replies: 31 The Truth about Brake Pad Replacement? Views: 4,462 Posted By bschmidt25 How does the i-drive determine how many miles are... How does the i-drive determine how many miles are left on the pads? Is it strictly mileage/usage based or does it use the wear sensor in the caliper?

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