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Jimbo · 16-02-2013, 11:04 AM

Thanks for the words of support guys, i am well and truly braced for the call on Monday!

Could be a bad couple of months as i was just building up to booking it in for an inspection 2 and sub frame check...may have to delay that a bit.

**Mark CSL** · 16-02-2013, 11:17 AM

How many miles are on the car ?
Remember and ask if BMW will do a good will on the repair if its got a full service history They sometimes cover the part or Evan it all
and ask about the 4 year + labor discount

Jimbo · 16-02-2013, 11:44 AM

82k miles.

Has full history, but bit worried about the inspection intervals. Last inspection was an inspection 1 in Nov 2009, 10k miles ago. Had 2 oil services since then ahead of recommended schedules, but have been trying to work out what intervals they should be in, the car is not telling me its ready yet??

NB - just going to do some gambling...come on goals galore!

Neil M · 16-02-2013, 01:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jimbo

82k miles.

Has full history, but bit worried about the inspection intervals. Last inspection was an inspection 1 in Nov 2009, 10k miles ago. Had 2 oil services since then ahead of recommended schedules, but have been trying to work out what intervals they should be in, the car is not telling me its ready yet??

NB - just going to do some gambling...come on goals galore!

Service Schedules are related to both mileage and/or age, eg. 15,000mls or Bi -Annual (every 2 Years)

Cycle starts with (in this order):
Oil service (15,000 or 2 years from the initial Inspection Service)
Inspection I
Oil service
Inspection II
Then repeats on a continuous cycle.

Hope this helps

**shimmy** · 16-02-2013, 01:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jimbo

82k miles.

Has full history, but bit worried about the inspection intervals. Last inspection was an inspection 1 in Nov 2009, 10k miles ago. Had 2 oil services since then ahead of recommended schedules, but have been trying to work out what intervals they should be in, the car is not telling me its ready yet??

NB - just going to do some gambling...come on goals galore!

Oil service should have been carried out Nov 2011. Have a good check through the paperwork as you might find it hidden away from indie

Jimbo · 16-02-2013, 02:44 PM

Cheers for advice, all looks good on service front.

Since inspection 1 in Nov 09, had oil service July 11, which means the Inspection 2 is due July 13, i was planning on having it April time anyway.

Ill just ignore what the car is saying, it still reckons it has 13,000 to go till the inspection, unless the numbers are going to tumble quickly in the next 4 months.

Ill keep Marks advice about asking about goodwill in mind, maybe i can strike a deal if i want an Inspection 2 doing at the same time...?

**alexk** · 16-02-2013, 03:12 PM

Sorry to hear about the problem.

I hope you sort it out quickly.

Jimbo · 18-02-2013, 03:38 PM

It turned our to be the diff (Sh*t), but was the bolt that holds the diff to the subframe had come loose and then sheared off, wrecking the thread in the diff. Diff itself is in tact, but the noises were due to the diff actually moving around as the clutch engaged!

After long conversation and options, Sytner, who are being really helpful are putting in a goodwill claim form, as the diff was replaced under warranty in 2008, 30k miles ago, so i reckon either the bolt wasnt fitted correctly or its simply failed. (everyone check their diff bolts)

If the goodwill gets rejected im looking at a bill of over £2.5k! so if anyone has any advice or has experience and wouldnt be averse to a quick chat over the situation im in, it would be gratefully recieved!

Should i ring Elms and see what they think?

J2LTB · 18-02-2013, 04:16 PM

Can the casing be repaired/welded ? Or is it beyond repair? I'd go down that route if you end up having to pay out ! Fingers crossed

Jimbo · 18-02-2013, 04:29 PM

Yes, i have the option of having the case re-helicoiled, but thought id attempt the correct resolution first. fingers crossed!

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16-02-2013, 11:04 AM	#11
Jimbo S2 - Picking it up Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: South Yorkshire Posts: 55 Casino cash: $3348	Thanks for the words of support guys, i am well and truly braced for the call on Monday! Could be a bad couple of months as i was just building up to booking it in for an inspection 2 and sub frame check...may have to delay that a bit.

16-02-2013, 11:44 AM	#13
Jimbo S2 - Picking it up Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: South Yorkshire Posts: 55 Casino cash: $3348	82k miles. Has full history, but bit worried about the inspection intervals. Last inspection was an inspection 1 in Nov 2009, 10k miles ago. Had 2 oil services since then ahead of recommended schedules, but have been trying to work out what intervals they should be in, the car is not telling me its ready yet?? NB - just going to do some gambling...come on goals galore!

16-02-2013, 02:44 PM	#16
Jimbo S2 - Picking it up Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: South Yorkshire Posts: 55 Casino cash: $3348	Cheers for advice, all looks good on service front. Since inspection 1 in Nov 09, had oil service July 11, which means the Inspection 2 is due July 13, i was planning on having it April time anyway. Ill just ignore what the car is saying, it still reckons it has 13,000 to go till the inspection, unless the numbers are going to tumble quickly in the next 4 months. Ill keep Marks advice about asking about goodwill in mind, maybe i can strike a deal if i want an Inspection 2 doing at the same time...?

18-02-2013, 03:38 PM	#18
Jimbo S2 - Picking it up Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: South Yorkshire Posts: 55 Casino cash: $3348	It turned our to be the diff (Sh*t), but was the bolt that holds the diff to the subframe had come loose and then sheared off, wrecking the thread in the diff. Diff itself is in tact, but the noises were due to the diff actually moving around as the clutch engaged! After long conversation and options, Sytner, who are being really helpful are putting in a goodwill claim form, as the diff was replaced under warranty in 2008, 30k miles ago, so i reckon either the bolt wasnt fitted correctly or its simply failed. (everyone check their diff bolts) If the goodwill gets rejected im looking at a bill of over £2.5k! so if anyone has any advice or has experience and wouldnt be averse to a quick chat over the situation im in, it would be gratefully recieved! Should i ring Elms and see what they think?

18-02-2013, 04:16 PM	#19
J2LTB S5 - Full Throttle Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Staffordshire Posts: 407 Casino cash: $5472	Can the casing be repaired/welded ? Or is it beyond repair? I'd go down that route if you end up having to pay out ! Fingers crossed

18-02-2013, 04:29 PM	#20
Jimbo S2 - Picking it up Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: South Yorkshire Posts: 55 Casino cash: $3348	Yes, i have the option of having the case re-helicoiled, but thought id attempt the correct resolution first. fingers crossed!