Hi there I'm new to this community and found I've been reading alot of articles on here in relation to restoring or improving features on my car. One thing I've been struggling with is the sunroof, so far I've managed to re-enable it as the previous owners had it disabled. Read that this a...

I'm frustrated to say the least. 2008 328i N52. Started overheating and can't get it figured out. Did the test to cycle the water pump and it came on and ran, pushing water to the reservoir and all. Just replaced the thermostat today. Replaced the coolant temp sensor last week. Replaced...

Hi, As you'll probably be able to tell from what I'm about to write, I'm a bit of a newbie at all of this.. Long story short, my 330i 2008 was sat idle for ~2 years and when I tried to get it running again I discovered the battery compartment in the boot was completely full of water. Fast...

I have a 2008 750i and a new Galaxy S20+ phone. The phone will Bluetooth pair and operate for phone calls through the BMW just fine. Can one stream audio from the phone to the BMW audio system over Bluetooth or is there another approach for this? This phone and most modern phones dont even...

I have a 2008 750li E66 LWB and need help figuring out what I have to repair to fix 2DCF code. I've recently changed the battery and had it programmed, Alternator changed, and IVM module swapped out. Recalls have been done for upgrading software at BMW and they had to reset the CA by doing a...

Yo, new to this forum stuff. Quick question, i bough a 2008 335xi and was wondering if these really nice looking wheels can fit the car. The car is stock btw, not lowered at all. I do want to put a set of coilovers in the future, you guys think it'll rub? And what tire dimensions are...

i just bought a 2008 528xi a few days ago and i noticed condensation getting in the passenger side headlight and along with that i noticed my passenger low and high beam light isnt working. i just replaced the bulb and its still not working. anyone have any ideas?

Hey, so lately my car has been starting to overheat, I have a small water leak so I have to fill up the coolant ~once every two weeks and finally my car decided it wants to overheat while it's full on coolant. I have tried bleeding the system and I have replaced the thermostat and the water...

Ah, the dreaded convertible glove box lock. Yes I can get in and out with the key, but I want to fix it properly. I have searched extensively and cannot seem to find a replacement for the motor that actuates the gear to lock the glove box. Yes, I have tested fuses, car running, unlocked...

Hey all, going to buy a new battery from AutoZone, I see many different models of the same battery "Duralast Platinum EFB Battery H7-EFB Group Size H7 770 CCA" "Duralast Platinum EFB Battery H8-EFB Group Size H8 850 CCA" "Duralast Platinum EFB Battery H6-EFB Group Size H6 750 CCA" AutoZone says...

I have a bmw 330d e93 When the revs are at around 900rpm I get a rattling shaking noise from the front of the car sounds like it comes front the center part of the engine not sure where to look as I checked the exhaust and its all bolted and tightened not loose one bit. Also I get a rattling...

Hi All, New here, sorry if this has been answered already, I've tried looking but can't seem to find this issue specifically. Anyways, in short the passenger door lock has failed, meaning the door will not open from inside or out, using either the fob, dash button or putting the key in the...

I have a 2008 335i and am looking to pay someone to clear the fuel Adaptations in the southern San Diego area. I was not able to figure out how to update inpa to the version that had my car. I have spent too many hours trying to figure it out and am ready to pay someone. Let me know.

I found this 2008 BMW X3 3.0SI, and I love it. Took it for a test drive and I didn't notice anything wrong with how it sounded or drove. I'm not a car guy, so I don't have much of a clue about if it's doing well mechanically or not. Can you guys help me out? I've been researching common issues...

First time post! Just bought a 2008 z4 mc coupe which will be delivered next week....I've heard a lot re VANOS etc What would anyone suggest to do upon the service I will do immediately to get a baseline...Have a good INDY BMW guy on tap. I was going to do a basic oil / fluid change. Car has...

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Hello, any input / advice would be appreciated! I have the opportunity to purchase a 2008 X5 4.8 with 178k miles on for an incredibly low price..it’s a 2 owner, silver in color, clean title needs a few minimal (known) fixes i.e. passenger front door will only open from the inside, passenger...

Car has 59k kms never had issues before taking it to dealer for a new battery, this happened two days after

I just bought a 2008 750li w/ logic 7 sound and the music was fine at first a little distortion but you could barely hear it. Now after hearing crackling sounds in the subs about a week ago, i have no bass. Literally no bass, just voice. I replaced the logic 7 amp with one from ebay but the same...

I have a BMW X3 M 08, with 140,000 miles, new motor, trans, and now starter. It won’t start, but there is 12.5 v of power in the battery before starting. I’ve tried to jump it with another car, etc, and it did not work. When I go to start it, all the lights come on, and then it clicks, but does...