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[raymondyiew]

Hi everybody!I just joined the club and I have a question for the sifu out here.My 520i engine makes a loud noise like a bus or aeroplane when the RPM is above 2000. Please advise.Thanks

 

[Herbert]

Check your clutch fan.

 

[bimmerholic]

That's how it should sound if your temperature of your engine is in optimum heat....normally when cold it feels lighter to drive the car but when it's hot, it feels heavier on the throttle.

 

[raymondyiew]

That's how it should sound if your temperature of your engine is in optimum heat....normally when cold it feels lighter to drive the car but when it's hot, it feels heavier on the throttle.

No no no how can it sound like a bus and yet that is what it should sound.

Actually quite disappointed with AB. I sent the car for a complete check and the result showed that the car was in very good condition with the exception that the battery is weak. The customer service officer even commented that it looks like new. As a result, I bought the car.

Then I found the following faults:
1) PDC not working
2) Wiper spray hose leaking
3) Brake lights working intermitently
4) Horn - high pitch not working

Have sent it again to AB this morning to rectify the above.

 

[raymondyiew]

Check your clutch fan.

Wow you are absolutely spot on. AB had just informed me that the culprit is the clutch fan.
Thanks

 

[Jerman]

Then I found the following faults:
1) PDC not working
2) Wiper spray hose leaking
3) Brake lights working intermitently
4) Horn - high pitch not working

Have sent it again to AB this morning to rectify the above.

bro,
Just a note of caution, if the above are under AB warranty then OK, if not the bill could lighten your wallet a fair bit

 

[mizhan]

hello raymond.. jerman is right about authorised dealership prices. for the faults you indicated, independent workshops are more cost effective.

 

[transporter]

i had similiar problems b4. it is the clutch fan.

 

[raymondyiew]

Jerman,

It did not lighten my pocket. It actually burned a hole in my pocket.
Banyak Makan Wang is not a joke and very true.

Repair bills after one month or so are as follows:
RM
2/2/10 Safety test 133.75
20/2/10 Clutch fan, labour, etc 2,531.71
New battery 1,348.52
ATF plus labour 717.65
Washer pump hose, etc 277.87
13/3/10 Fuel pump, filter, sensor, etc 2,450.61
Replace high tone horn 135.50
PDC sensor, etc 552.24
TOTAL 8,147.85

I have heard b4 that one need to spend RM5,000 - RM7,000 to bring a second hand BMW to good condition. I hope from now I can start to enjoy the ride.

One word of advice for would-be buyers of second hand BMW car. If a second hand car dealer quote you a figure for the car, make sure you bargain and reduce the price by around RM10K. Luckily, I did that.

Btw, can someone recommend me some BMW specialist workshops in the vicinity of Subang Jaya who are reputable and can do a good job at reasonable prices, please.

 

[enkil]

Welcome to BMWCM.. Hope u can enjoy ur ride now

 

[Jerman]

Jerman,

It did not lighten my pocket. It actually burned a hole in my pocket.
Banyak Makan Wang is not a joke and very true.

Repair bills after one month or so are as follows:
RM
2/2/10 Safety test 133.75
20/2/10 Clutch fan, labour, etc 2,531.71
New battery 1,348.52
ATF plus labour 717.65
Washer pump hose, etc 277.87
13/3/10 Fuel pump, filter, sensor, etc 2,450.61
Replace high tone horn 135.50
PDC sensor, etc 552.24
TOTAL 8,147.85

I have heard b4 that one need to spend RM5,000 - RM7,000 to bring a second hand BMW to good condition. I hope from now I can start to enjoy the ride.

One word of advice for would-be buyers of second hand BMW car. If a second hand car dealer quote you a figure for the car, make sure you bargain and reduce the price by around RM10K. Luckily, I did that.

bro,
Did you do the above in AB? Anyway, enjoy the ride and hope no "more surprises" which will further burn......... your trousers this time

p/s: not trying to rub salt to your wounds but you could have saved at least 2k

 

[Herbert]

Jerman,

It did not lighten my pocket. It actually burned a hole in my pocket.
Banyak Makan Wang is not a joke and very true.

Repair bills after one month or so are as follows:
RM
2/2/10 Safety test 133.75
20/2/10 Clutch fan, labour, etc 2,531.71
New battery 1,348.52
ATF plus labour 717.65
Washer pump hose, etc 277.87
13/3/10 Fuel pump, filter, sensor, etc 2,450.61
Replace high tone horn 135.50
PDC sensor, etc 552.24
TOTAL 8,147.85

I have heard b4 that one need to spend RM5,000 - RM7,000 to bring a second hand BMW to good condition. I hope from now I can start to enjoy the ride.

One word of advice for would-be buyers of second hand BMW car. If a second hand car dealer quote you a figure for the car, make sure you bargain and reduce the price by around RM10K. Luckily, I did that.

Btw, can someone recommend me some BMW specialist workshops in the vicinity of Subang Jaya who are reputable and can do a good job at reasonable prices, please.

Raymond,

M-speed Auto Service at 29, Jalan TS 6/1, Taman Industry Subang, Subang Jaya. Tel: (03) 5631-1911 and (012) 209-8850 Kenny (Ah Meng).

 

[Realred78]

bro,
Did you do the above in AB? Anyway, enjoy the ride and hope no "more surprises" which will further burn......... your trousers this time

That is why I will never step foot into AB for maintenance of my car.

 

[bimmer73]

Jerman,

It did not lighten my pocket. It actually burned a hole in my pocket.
Banyak Makan Wang is not a joke and very true.

Repair bills after one month or so are as follows:
RM
2/2/10 Safety test 133.75
20/2/10 Clutch fan, labour, etc 2,531.71
New battery 1,348.52
ATF plus labour 717.65
Washer pump hose, etc 277.87
13/3/10 Fuel pump, filter, sensor, etc 2,450.61
Replace high tone horn 135.50
PDC sensor, etc 552.24
TOTAL 8,147.85

I have heard b4 that one need to spend RM5,000 - RM7,000 to bring a second hand BMW to good condition. I hope from now I can start to enjoy the ride.

One word of advice for would-be buyers of second hand BMW car. If a second hand car dealer quote you a figure for the car, make sure you bargain and reduce the price by around RM10K. Luckily, I did that.

Btw, can someone recommend me some BMW specialist workshops in the vicinity of Subang Jaya who are reputable and can do a good job at reasonable prices, please.

Bro ara damansara- Bestness motosports - You could have saved almost half if you did not go to AB

 

[bimmer73]

Clutch Fan - RM 480
Battery Original BMW battery - RM970
PD Sensor RM290 - original brand new....chop shop RM100

not sure fro the price of the rest of the parts based on the above you can do your own calculation....

My last Service.

Oil Filter RM36
Engine oil RM374
Fan Belt RM172
Fan Belt tensioner RM146
Aircond Belt RM 127
Aircond Belt Tensioner RM138
Front Brake Pads RM357
Brake pad sensor RM 30
Labour RM270

Total RM 1650

All original parts. and i am running a 3.0 engine.