Mann-Filter HU816X — Is Your Bimmer Getting the Best Care?
An engine oil filter is an essential component of any vehicle’s engine system. It plays a crucial role in ensuring that the engine oil stays clean and free of contaminants, thereby extending the life of the engine. Without a good oil filter, dirt, debris, and other particles can quickly accumulate in the engine oil, leading […]
Diagnosing a Bad Thermostat — Everything You Need to Know
The engine thermostat plays a crucial role in regulating the temperature of your BMW’s engine. A properly functioning thermostat helps to maintain the engine’s temperature within a safe range, which ensures optimal performance and efficiency. However, when the thermostat fails, it can lead to a number of issues. In this guide, we’ll cover the causes […]
Denso — A Different Kind of Reliability
Denso is a Japanese automotive company that has been at the forefront of automotive technology for over 70 years. Founded in 1949, Denso has grown into a global company with a presence in over 35 countries and regions worldwide. In this guide, we will take a closer look at Denso’s history, products, its impact on […]
How Often Should You Replace Your Transmission Fluid?
Flushing the transmission fluid on a BMW is an essential part of maintaining the health and longevity of your vehicle. Timely transmission fluid replacement can prevent all kinds of issues in the long term. In this guide, we’ll dive into the reasons why it’s important to flush your BMW’s transmission fluid, how often you should […]
Is Your Gas Cap Keeping That CEL On?
The gas cap is an essential component of any vehicle’s fuel system. Its primary function is to seal the fuel tank, preventing fuel from evaporating and escaping into the environment. A faulty gas cap can cause a variety of issues, ranging from minor annoyances to serious safety hazards. If you’ve been dealing with a stubborn […]
Coolant Flushes — Why They’re Absolutely Necessary
Your engine coolant is responsible for keeping your engine running smoothly and preventing overheating. Over time, the coolant can become contaminated with debris and lose its effectiveness. This is where coolant flushes come in. In this short guide, we will discuss the importance of coolant flushes and why they should be a part of your […]
Bosch 6743 Platinum Spark Plugs — Are They That Good?
If you’re a car enthusiast, you’ve probably heard of Bosch spark plugs. Bosch is a well-known brand in the automotive industry, and their spark plugs are some of the most popular on the market. Among their line of spark plugs, the Bosch 6743 Platinum Spark Plug is a top choice for many BMW E46 owners. […]
Announcing BISON PERFORMANCE Auto Parts — More Than Just Car Parts
Bimmers.com is introducing a new brand to its catalog. BISON PERFORMANCE is an up-and-coming American-owned auto parts company that delivers OE quality parts at affordable prices. The brand currently offers suspension and steering parts for a wide range of vehicles, including a dedicated catalog for BMWs. That said, their catalog is constantly expanding and will […]
Brembo — The Ultimate in Braking
Brembo is a company that has been making high-performance brakes for more than 60 years. With a reputation for quality, reliability, and innovation, Brembo is the go-to choice for car enthusiasts who demand the best in braking performance. In this short article, we’ll go over the history of the brand, its values, and what it […]
BMW High-Pressure Fuel Pump Issue Explained
In the mid-2000s, BMW began using a new high-pressure fuel pump in their gasoline engines. However, some of these pumps proved to be unreliable and led to significant issues for BMW owners. The problem affected a range of BMW engines, including the N54 and N55 turbocharged inline-six engines, which were used in many of the […]
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BMW Coolant – What to Get and What to Avoid
Coolants, or antifreeze as it’s sometimes referred to, is a fluid that plays an integral role in regulating the running temperature of your engine. When an engine is running, it produces extreme amounts of heat that, if not managed, can cause catastrophic damage to various parts of the engine. The cooling system, including the coolant […]
BMW VANOS Explained — What It Does, Why It Fails and How to Fix It
Variable valve timing was a true game-changer when it first appeared. Born as a means to achieve the ultimate performance, but also efficiency, VVT was quickly adopted by almost every major car manufacturer out there. This, of course, includes BMW who dubbed their approach to variable valve timing as VANOS, or Variable NockenwellenSteuerung in German. […]
BMW N52 Engine – Everything You Need to Know
By the mid-2000s, BMW had built itself a reputation for developing excellent examples of naturally aspirated inline-six engines. At the turn of the millennium, it revealed the M54 (and the performance-oriented S54 shortly after) and cemented itself as one of the best in the business when it came to the six-pot layout. Needless to say, […]
BMW N51 Engine — All You Need To Know About SULEV
The N52 succeeded the highly-successful M54 and powered multiple BMW cars between 2004 and 2015. While it became one of the most reliable and popular inline-six engines BMW ever made, it had a lesser-known sibling called the N51. Interestingly, the N51 is near-identical to the N52, powering the same cars and available during the same […]