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by jameswright77
Mon Oct 20, 2025 8:37 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: W639 perplexing glow plug issues
Replies: 7
Views: 44

Re: W639 perplexing glow plug issues

I have reviewed the Bosch website, and the duraterm plugs are all rated at 11 volts. Therefore, it appears they are accurate, as the measured voltage at the plug connections was approximately 11.5 to 12 volts with the plugs disconnected and the ignition activated. It may perhaps be another defective...
by jameswright77
Mon Oct 20, 2025 8:36 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: W639 perplexing glow plug issues
Replies: 7
Views: 44

Re: W639 perplexing glow plug issues

Noted. The glow plugs I installed were purportedly appropriate for my year and model; nevertheless, I will verify the component number cross-reference on the EPC for confirmation. May ultimately resort to replacing them. 🤦🏻‍♂️🤣
by jameswright77
Mon Oct 20, 2025 8:35 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: W639 perplexing glow plug issues
Replies: 7
Views: 44

W639 perplexing glow plug issues

Greetings, everyone! I am experiencing an unusual issue with the glow plug indicator light. I have conducted thorough research, both on this platform and throughout the internet, although I have been unable to locate any information pertinent to my issue. Therefore, I am optimistic that the expertis...
by jameswright77
Thu Oct 16, 2025 10:09 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Satellite Navigation - Cursor - Direction
Replies: 4
Views: 32

Re: Satellite Navigation - Cursor - Direction

I consistently orient the arrow in the direction of the vehicle's travel, as it appears reasonable and appropriate. My wife like the arrow to consistently point north, similar to her tendency to read a map upside down while travelling south. I believe that Sat Nav has salvaged our marriage numerous ...
by jameswright77
Fri Oct 10, 2025 1:02 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Hazardous driving help!
Replies: 13
Views: 357

Re: Hazardous driving help!

Alas! Not another senior member who is unable to comprehend or elaborate on my statements. Firstly, I must sincerely sorry for the error I committed: I said, "I would contact KIA," but I intended to convey, "I would contact my KIA dealer." Secondly, I said, "the weather is u...
by jameswright77
Mon Oct 06, 2025 9:25 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: F40 M135i Coolant Purge
Replies: 12
Views: 925

Re: F40 M135i Coolant Purge

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/236067016277?chn=ps&_ul=GB&_trkparms=ispr=1&amdata=enc:1iFyBOxIlTGmUJuGLHpJgTw35&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=710-134428-41853-0&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=236067016277&targetid=2360873003490&device=c&mktype=pla&googleloc=10067...
by jameswright77
Mon Oct 06, 2025 9:25 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: F40 M135i Coolant Purge
Replies: 12
Views: 925

Re: F40 M135i Coolant Purge

similar to an image of an authentic BMW component
by jameswright77
Mon Oct 06, 2025 9:24 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: F40 M135i Coolant Purge
Replies: 12
Views: 925

Re: F40 M135i Coolant Purge

The part numbers indicate it is a mechanical water pump.