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by Martin_Smith76
Fri Oct 10, 2025 1:04 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Hazardous driving help!
Replies: 13
Views: 357

Re: Hazardous driving help!

I have just finished a lengthier, but analogous voyage. I reside in Southwest Wales, and a good friend who lives in Harwich, Essex, has become unwell. I visited him. The voyage was too lengthy to accomplish in a single day (350 miles), hence the trip was interrupted at Bath. The majority of the rout...
by Martin_Smith76
Mon Oct 06, 2025 9:28 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: F40 M135i Coolant Purge
Replies: 12
Views: 925

Re: F40 M135i Coolant Purge

I have consistently observed that they tend to leak readily, either via the bleed on the expansion tank (which yours lacks) or through the little degassing lines.

Run the engine to temperature while monitoring the fluid level, then let it to cool before removing the cap and topping up as necessary.
by Martin_Smith76
Mon Oct 06, 2025 9:23 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: F40 M135i Coolant Purge
Replies: 12
Views: 925

Re: F40 M135i Coolant Purge

Loosen the bleed screw located on the header tank near the cap and proceed to fill the system. I believe the B48 uses a mechanical water pump instead of an electronic one, which would account for the ineffectiveness of the bleed operation. Examine the auxiliary belt and identify its driven component...
by Martin_Smith76
Wed Sep 17, 2025 9:34 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Turbo assistance
Replies: 10
Views: 978

Re: Turbo assistance

The vehicle was diagnosed today using STAR, and no errors were detected. My technician advised me to continue using the vehicle until the check engine light activates.

By the way, did you resolve yours?
by Martin_Smith76
Wed Sep 17, 2025 9:33 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Turbo assistance
Replies: 10
Views: 978

Re: Turbo assistance

It is OK; such occurrences are inevitable. Regrettably, I do not own a scanner.
by Martin_Smith76
Wed Sep 17, 2025 9:32 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Turbo assistance
Replies: 10
Views: 978

Re: Turbo assistance

Curiously, I experienced limp mode while driving on the highway this morning. 😭 I had to stop the vehicle to deactivate and reactivate it. The vehicle exhibits this behavior when I accelerate fully to overtake another automobile, resulting in a complete lack of acceleration thereafter. No check engi...
by Martin_Smith76
Wed Sep 17, 2025 9:31 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Turbo assistance
Replies: 10
Views: 978

Re: Turbo assistance

I trust you will resolve the matter. Inform us of the outcome!
by Martin_Smith76
Wed Sep 17, 2025 9:30 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Turbo assistance
Replies: 10
Views: 978

Re: Turbo assistance

Greetings! Additionally, examine the turbo actuator. Mine was defective, and I replaced it along with a turbo refurbishment while it was removed from the vehicle. Encountered a similar limp mode problem; serviced the catalytic converters, EGR, replaced sensors, fuel filter, and intake manifold, only...
by Martin_Smith76
Mon Sep 15, 2025 8:27 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: The BMW N42 fails to start subsequent to the replacement of the valve seals.
Replies: 11
Views: 1134

Re: The BMW N42 fails to start subsequent to the replacement of the valve seals.

I cannot provide more commentary, my friend; I have reviewed the strategy you used, and it is not one I would personally endorse. It is hoped that someone somebody with a similar experience may provide assistance.