Problem Reports

BMW 540i

Report: Front Thrust Rod Bushings May Fail

• Front Tension Strut Bushings May Fail
  The front thrust rod bushings—also referred to as tension strut bushings—are known...

  Common Problems > BMW 540i

• fan under hood fails to turn off after 1hr when ignition is off.
  Presumably the cooling fan under hood on passenger side fails to turn off after 1 hour when ign...

  Q&A > BMW > 2002 BMW 540i

• 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 noti...

  Common Problems > BMW 540i

• r&r front struts
  How do I remove the front struts?

  Q&A > BMW > 1994 BMW 540i

• Blower Final Stage Fan Resistor May Fail
  The blower final stage fan resistor is known to fail. Symptoms are the heater fan speed varies regardless of the setting, the fan will not turn off when the car is switched off, or the fan will not...

  Common Problems > BMW 540i