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Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 05-08-2013, 03:15 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 782
Posted By kpumroy
Its not just BMW but you can search the forums. ...

Its not just BMW but you can search the forums. Late model locking torque converters are prone to developing vibration or shudder during or transitioning to lock up.
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 05-07-2013, 02:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 782
Posted By kpumroy
My car had developed a driveline shudder or...

My car had developed a driveline shudder or "miss" around 1500 RPM at light throttle. It was most noticeable when climbing a gradual grade with not enough foot into the throttle to make it...
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 05-07-2013, 10:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 182
Posted By kpumroy
I removed mine from my 550 and couldn't tell the...

I removed mine from my 550 and couldn't tell the difference. I had the air boxes apart on the 750 and found the charcoal elements are robustly part of the airbox and decided they would stay put. I...
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 05-07-2013, 10:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 782
Posted By kpumroy
I wanted to post my solution to this thread. I...

I wanted to post my solution to this thread. I took my car into the dealer and they found a fault code for a failed low pressure fuel sensor. They replaced the sensor and reprogrammed the car. It...
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 02-02-2013, 05:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 791
Posted By kpumroy
Try putting the CD into the slot in the dash. ...

Try putting the CD into the slot in the dash. For whatever reason the multi-disk player does not read the CD information.
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 01-09-2013, 04:26 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,395
Posted By kpumroy
I replaced my run flats with Bridgestone Potenza...

I replaced my run flats with Bridgestone Potenza 970 AS non run flat tires. They are much smoother and have great feel. I would highly recommend them for anyone that lives in the northern climes....
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 12-23-2012, 06:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 436
Posted By kpumroy
Is it just me or does Sirius Radio sound even more horrible than usual?

I know it has never been audiophile quality but I was listening the other day and decided to "turn in up" so I could really hear the music and my goodness it was just horrible. Have they lowered...
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 12-23-2012, 05:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 623
Posted By kpumroy
Thanks. I don't know what the replacement...

Thanks. I don't know what the replacement interval is on the air filters. I tapped on them over a trash can and then shop vacuumed them. They looked pretty clean. They are one of a kind filters...
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 12-22-2012, 11:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 623
Posted By kpumroy
So I cleaned my MAF sensors....

I was having some hesitation and what felt like lean stumble with light throttle so I decided to clean my MAF sensors. It was a little more involved than I originally anticipated. To get the...
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 10-27-2012, 02:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,204
Posted By kpumroy
Thanks for the post, this is the type of...

Thanks for the post, this is the type of information I am interested in. I follow the coding forum but it seems it is mostly about the fluff, settings for electronics comfort access options etc. I...
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 10-27-2012, 04:47 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,204
Posted By kpumroy
Yes please do tell.

Yes please do tell.
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 10-25-2012, 05:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 782
Posted By kpumroy
Stumble when not quite warm

Curious if anyone else is experiencing this. The engine starts and feels great cold. Somewhere between cold and fully warmed up the engine develops a little stumble on light throttle. To those of...
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 10-25-2012, 05:12 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 758
Posted By kpumroy
I have noticed this on my 2009 750i. Had my...

I have noticed this on my 2009 750i. Had my service department grease them as you had done. It is a temporary fix at best. The problem is the pads have a little too much room to move or shift in...
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 08-20-2012, 02:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 854
Posted By kpumroy
1968 Charger with some minor mods including frame...

1968 Charger with some minor mods including frame repair kit, power stainless steel disc brakes, electronic ignition kit and dual exhaust.
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 08-19-2012, 06:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 854
Posted By kpumroy
Thanks Richard, That's it, it looks interesting. ...

Thanks Richard, That's it, it looks interesting.
I am sure I have nowhere near 100 posts.
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 08-19-2012, 02:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 854
Posted By kpumroy
I was hoping someone out there would be brave...

I was hoping someone out there would be brave enough to try one. The advantage would be that you could unplug it.
Off topic how do you upload an avatar? I think I have the signature thing figured...
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 08-17-2012, 03:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 854
Posted By kpumroy
Kellener's Sport Module

Anyone try the Kellener's Sport Module from Bavarian Autosport? It sounds like a plug in Dinan tune. A little expensive to try one without hearing other folk's experience. I suspect like all of...
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 07-07-2012, 10:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,876
Posted By kpumroy
Well that is certainly strange. Both my 750 and...

Well that is certainly strange. Both my 750 and X5 work as I described. Maybe someone else has an idea?
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 07-07-2012, 10:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,876
Posted By kpumroy
I believe momory one correspnds to key one and...

I believe momory one correspnds to key one and memory two corresponds to key two. A little trial and error should show you which key is which. Save profile to USB lets you save settings to a USB...
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 07-02-2012, 02:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 931
Posted By kpumroy
Be careful, the plastic "balls" that engage into...

Be careful, the plastic "balls" that engage into the rubber grommets can break at the neck. Pull straight up. Once you have it off you will see how it works. You have to take it off to check the...
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 06-27-2012, 08:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 867
Posted By kpumroy
Not intended as a rant. In my experience the...

Not intended as a rant. In my experience the transmission reset procedure does nothing. Until someone can post documentary evidence that such a procedure exists from BMW, it is in my opinion a myth...
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 06-27-2012, 05:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 867
Posted By kpumroy
Unfortunately that is a characteristic of the ZF...

Unfortunately that is a characteristic of the ZF 6 speed transmission. Search the other forums and you will see similiar complaints. The so called transmission reset procedure is an internet myth. ...
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 05-12-2012, 05:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,175
Posted By kpumroy
Leave the key inside your car either on the...

Leave the key inside your car either on the drivers seat or center console.
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 04-28-2012, 05:40 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,391
Posted By kpumroy
Please stop perpetuating the internet myth of a...

Please stop perpetuating the internet myth of a "transmission reset procedure". There is no such thing! The ZF 6 speed transmission has been and continues to be problematic. Part of the problem is...
Forum: 7 Series - F01 (2009 - current) 02-17-2012, 03:46 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,085
Posted By kpumroy
The usual culprits ignition, fuel, or air. Bad...

The usual culprits ignition, fuel, or air. Bad ignition coil or spark plug, bad fuel injector, or too much air, ie vacuum leak. Doesnt matter which grade of fuel, but you could have contaminated...
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