drivers seat

ashecnc · 09-11-2006, 12:34 PM

Anyone figured out a self fix for the drivers seat, pop and snap over any pressure applied to the seat? I know a few had this, haven't heard an update. I have moved my seat in every possible adjustment, it does not help. Seems to be behind the plastic part with the seat controls, so I don't have access to that area. If I pull out or stuff something between that and my seat, it is not as loud. This is something I doubt the dealer wants to listen for. Any input? thanks

ashecnc · 09-17-2006, 08:16 PM

SD330i · 09-17-2006, 10:39 PM

Hmmmmm

ashecnc · 09-18-2006, 06:43 AM

Exactly, I guess everyone fixed the noise that had this problem earlier, must be a secret.

canucklion · 09-18-2006, 08:13 AM

^ or just gotten used to it

spydrz · 09-18-2006, 09:18 AM

In my X, that same sound was because the seat was lowered too far and the control panel rubbed against the carpeting when one moved in the seat (also had the sport seats). But I have the seat higher in the 3, and it still does it. It is annoying!

bimr_fan · 06-09-2009, 04:59 PM

Folks, sorry to bring back an old thread, but I suppose it's better
than starting a new one

Has anyone recently had this problem and had to solve it on
an '08 model? I am referring to the odd popping sounds that
come from the driver's seat. It seems to happen when you
first sit in it, or brake hard, then accelerate etc.

The dealer solution is moving towards a dissection of the seat,
which will probably open a whole new can of worms

What else can we do? Just live with it???

VanM3Lover · 06-10-2009, 02:42 AM

What is it?

bimr_fan · 06-10-2009, 06:07 PM

It's a popping/clunking noise that comes from
somewhere in the driver's seat that happens:

- when you first sit in the car
- when you get out of the car
- when you brake or turn relatively hard, or accelerate
after said brake or turn

I did a search and it looked like a lot of people had
problems like this, but I could not find any posts
with a resolution...

Christos · 06-10-2009, 08:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ashecnc

Anyone figured out a self fix for the drivers seat, pop and snap over any pressure applied to the seat? I know a few had this, haven't heard an update. I have moved my seat in every possible adjustment, it does not help. Seems to be behind the plastic part with the seat controls, so I don't have access to that area. If I pull out or stuff something between that and my seat, it is not as loud. This is something I doubt the dealer wants to listen for. Any input? thanks

No, just had BMW replace the whole seat frame

09-11-2006, 12:34 PM	#1
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09-17-2006, 08:16 PM	#2
ashecnc In the delivery business :) 25 Rep 991 Posts Drives: '06 325i Jet Black/Black Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Asheville, NC (mountains) Blue Ridge Parkway iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00] 2006 325i [0.00]	__________________ Born 10/05 '06 325i Jet Black, Black, Sport Package, Xenon's, Heated Seats & Power, Sat. Prep, Rear Spoiler, Chrome Tips, Blacklines, Chrome Grills, 19" M5 wheels NO MORE run flats, drives like a dream now
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SD330i Private First Class 6 Rep 153 Posts Drives: Silver 330i Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Diego iTrader: (0)	Hmmmmm
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09-18-2006, 06:43 AM	#4
ashecnc In the delivery business :) 25 Rep 991 Posts Drives: '06 325i Jet Black/Black Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Asheville, NC (mountains) Blue Ridge Parkway iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00] 2006 325i [0.00]	Exactly, I guess everyone fixed the noise that had this problem earlier, must be a secret. __________________ Born 10/05 '06 325i Jet Black, Black, Sport Package, Xenon's, Heated Seats & Power, Sat. Prep, Rear Spoiler, Chrome Tips, Blacklines, Chrome Grills, 19" M5 wheels NO MORE run flats, drives like a dream now
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09-18-2006, 08:13 AM	#5
canucklion pull my finger to get your kinder® surprise 148 Rep 10,455 Posts Drives: circles around you Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Toronto, Canada iTrader: (9)	^ or just gotten used to it __________________
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09-18-2006, 09:18 AM	#6
spydrz Captain 33 Rep 671 Posts Drives: '15 M4, '15 i3 Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: RVA iTrader: (2) Garage List 06 330i [7.00] 2002 X5 3.0i [0.00] 2001 525i [0.00]	In my X, that same sound was because the seat was lowered too far and the control panel rubbed against the carpeting when one moved in the seat (also had the sport seats). But I have the seat higher in the 3, and it still does it. It is annoying! __________________ 2002 X5 3.0i/man.* 2006 330i/man./Arktis/Grau* 2001 525i/step./Schiefergrün/Sandbeige* 2013 X1 xDrive35i Alpinweiß/Schwarz/M Sport/Dinan Stage 2 *retired
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06-09-2009, 04:59 PM	#7
bimr_fan Enlisted Member 2 Rep 34 Posts Drives: E90 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	Any solutions? Folks, sorry to bring back an old thread, but I suppose it's better than starting a new one Has anyone recently had this problem and had to solve it on an '08 model? I am referring to the odd popping sounds that come from the driver's seat. It seems to happen when you first sit in it, or brake hard, then accelerate etc. The dealer solution is moving towards a dissection of the seat, which will probably open a whole new can of worms What else can we do? Just live with it???
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06-10-2009, 02:42 AM	#8
VanM3Lover First Lieutenant 20 Rep 394 Posts Drives: 4.0 V8 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Van iTrader: (0)	What is it?
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06-10-2009, 06:07 PM	#9
bimr_fan Enlisted Member 2 Rep 34 Posts Drives: E90 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	It's a popping/clunking noise that comes from somewhere in the driver's seat that happens: - when you first sit in the car - when you get out of the car - when you brake or turn relatively hard, or accelerate after said brake or turn I did a search and it looked like a lot of people had problems like this, but I could not find any posts with a resolution...
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