Resources for the Repair and Maintenance of your BMW 550i
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BMW 550i Problems
Noise From Top of Front/Rear Doors When Windows Are Fully Up
A creak or squeak can be heard from the top of the front or rear doors. This noise is most noticeable when the windows are fully up. The noise is caused by the decay of the flocking material on the door seals. New door seals, Teflon tape, special lube, or a combination of all of these may be needed to eliminate the noise.
New Brake Pad Wear Sensor Design Will Prevent Squealing
If the brakes are squealing, there's a good chance it is the brake pad wear sensor. A new design was implemented in January 2006 and can be identified by its green color.
BMW 550i Recalls (Recent)
The Positive Battery Cable Connection in the Trunk Can Overheat
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The insulated connector for the positive battery cable may have been incorrectly attached to the trunk floor panel, which can lead to a loosening of the bolt connection. Loosening of the connection can cause an increase in electrical resistance and overheating of the cable connection, which could lead to a fire, even when the vehicle is not in use. As a precaution, owners are advised to park outside until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will secure the battery bolt cable connection as necessary to correct this concern.
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Engine May Stall In Weather Below Freezing
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A static discharge from the fuel rails may affect the engine electronic control unit (ECU) and stall the engine in weather below freezing combined with low humidity. If the engine stalls, the driver may not be able to maintain speed or accelerate, and the power steering could fail increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will install two ground cables in the engine compartment free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2007.
Learn more »Auxiliary Water Pump Could Catch Fire
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Vehicles equipped with an 8 or 12 cylinder turbocharged engine may overheat the circuit board for the auxiliary water pump. This could lead to smoldering of the pump or an engine compartment or vehicle fire. Dealers will replace the auxiliary water pump to correct this concern.
Learn more »The Auxiliary Water Pump May Smolder and/or Catch Fire
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On vehicles equipped with an 8 or 12 cylinder turbocharged engine, the circuit board for the electric water pump may overheat. This could lead to smoldering of the pump and/or an electrical fire in the engine compartment. Dealers will replace the auxiliary water pump to correct this concern.
Learn more »Rear Shock Absorber May Not Be Secure
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The lower rubber mount for the rear shock absorber may not have been manufactured properly and may not adhere to the housing. If separates, the driver will experience impaired handling and control of the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the rear shock absorber. Ther recall began September 13, 2006.
Learn more »BMW 550i Questions and Answers
Car bought new in dec 2006....2006 automatic bmw 550i.
From the beginning the car made a grinding noise when driven from a cold start when speed was 35 to 40 km per hour. The transmission settles ...
from time to time when driving up a hill, right after starting the car, it will make a noise that is a rough sound. it has always stopped but now I learn I have a minor oil leak. can this be seri...
BMW 550 2007 62000miles. transmission can't choose the gear between first and second when i try smooth start. it's either like a senior driver or super sports- imposible to start moving in mid rang...
TOOK MY CAR MY FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AT A DEARLERSHIP. THE DEARLER TOLD ME I NEEDED A NEW BATTERY FOR $525. HAD TO BUY A BATTERY CHARGER AND NOW THE CAR HAS A HARD START. THE TRANSMISSION GEAR L...
why does my transmission seem to shift gears fast
BMW 550i Stories
Total new driving experience even after 20+ years... Fun fun fun
Its a good car. Not fantastic. Handling for such a large, heavy vehicle is pretty good. Power is excellent - although with the manual transmission, it feels a little sluggish immediately off the line. My only real complaint with the car is that with the sport suspension, BMW has so much negative camber in the rear of the car that the inner 1/2" of tire will wear to the cords while the outer edge of the tire has plenty of tread left.
The BEST car ever!!
This is the Greatest car I ever owned.
Excellent car. I just did not know what I was missing!