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Question: Engine Light is ON & Reverse does not Work

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Shane72, Bloomfield, NJ, March 24, 2009, 21:37
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I have BMW 2000 323i. It is showing Engine Light on dash board. All of sudden, When I start car, car does not go into reverse. After putting into drive, Sometime It makes vey squeaky noise. Anyone have suggestions?
Shane

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    munkyrench April 03, 2009, 13:22
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    Hey Shane,
    Make sure you check the codes to determine why the light is coming on. If you post the codes, someone will have a better chance of helping you out.

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    larueb October 24, 2009, 08:14
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    Your transmission is gone for reverse. Common problem although BMW will act as if you are the first one. It is a defect talked about on the net. Solution is to have transmission rebuilt, BMW wants $4,500 for a rebuilt transmission, not installed. Shop wants $2,500 to do the job. I have driven 40,000 miles with no reverse as a repair will not cure defect.

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