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E39 (1997 - 2003)
The BMW 5-Series (E39 chassis) was introduced in the United States as a 1997 model year car and lasted until the 2004 when the E60 chassis was released. The United States saw several variations including the 525i, 528i, 530i and 540i. -- View the E39 Wiki |
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10-19-2012, 12:28 PM
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E39 Twisted Seat Repair
Hello,
I decided to purchase a 2003 BMW 530i with the twisted seat issue. I would fix it myself, but I really don't trust my skills. Can anyone recommend someone in the Raleigh, NC area who can fix the seats for me at a reasonable price? Thanks 
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10-19-2012, 04:59 PM
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Try an automotive upholstery shop.
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10-19-2012, 05:37 PM
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Thanks edjack,
I found one and the cost to fix both seats is much lower than what I was about to pay for just one seat at this other place! Sent from my MB855 using Bimmer App
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10-20-2012, 09:09 PM
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Is the "twisted seat" issue where one side raises or moves and the other doesn't? I had a tech tell me this was due to failed cables in the mechanism. Is this right?
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10-21-2012, 02:05 AM
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10-21-2012, 05:42 AM
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IF I COULD DO MINE----you can do it. Hardest part is getting the seat out _THE 1st TIME.
On the other hand---I think $ 250 for a fix to both seats would be fair.
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10-21-2012, 05:28 PM
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Thanks Paul. I've seen so many DIY's on this topic, I got a bit confused and decided not to tackle the issue on my own. I did find someone who would fix both seats for me for $300.00. The first person I went to wanted to charge me $300.00 for each seat. I thought that was a bit too high since no parts needed to replaced. I'll see if I can get the seat out first and do it. If, not it's back to my first idea. Thanks again!
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10-21-2012, 05:37 PM
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Elsandusk you're correct. But in my case it's the seat and the back of the seat get's twisted on both chairs. The cables were stretched, so the seats need to be taken out and the cables need to be re-adjusted and re-connected. I've seen so many DIY's on this topic, it kinda scared me since I'm not that skilled with tools. I found someone at an auto interior shop to fix both seats for me for $300.00. The only thing is they're so booked, I can't get it done until after thanksgiving. I may just take leap of faith and try to tackle this on my own.
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10-27-2012, 07:03 PM
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I'm have the issue and haven't fixed it yet. I'll probably end up at the dealership with it.
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10-27-2012, 07:34 PM
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Anyone try this method?
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03-12-2013, 04:59 PM
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Glad to see these post. I thought I would have to buy new seats.
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