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10-11-2011, 06:28 PM | #1 |
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335d brokedown today
I was on my way to the dentist and while pulling out of my driveway i notice a fairly thick line of liquid on the cement. I figured it was just a/c condensation or something like that. I get to a stop light not too far away and when i go to accelerate my traction control activates. I thought "wtf?" Same thing happend and the next light and i noticed my tank went from full to 3/4 of a tank in about 1-2 miles. I pulled over at an apartment complex and saw that there was a lot of gas leaking out of the car. I hadn't turned the car off yet... the gas was slightly burning/smoking a little behind the front axel. BMW road side assistance came and got it. Possible fuel line leak?
Has anyone else had this issue? Also: When your bmw dealer gives you a loaner do they give you a 328xi? This is the 2nd time i have gotten a loaner and I am kinda mad that they give me a base 328. I would like to have something of comprable power and worth... |
10-11-2011, 06:55 PM | #2 | |
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On the Loaner thing - it depends on which stealership you go to. Mine gives me whatever is next in line. Most of the time its base model 128i and 328i cars, but i did get a 2011 328i vert fully loaded last time. I would call and specify the car you need if it really matters to you. Good luck on the repair. Let us know what it is. |
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10-11-2011, 08:54 PM | #6 | |
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I'd prefer something else than their base model car too but meh, it's still a new bmw.
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10-11-2011, 09:02 PM | #7 |
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Sorry to hear about your issue. I've had my car for 2 years now (2010 model) and I love it. No major issues so far (knock on wood). I'm sure it's just a fluke. Have stealer fix it. As far as the loaner, I wouldn't worry about it. At least it's another BMW. I have a friend who had her new Mercedes worked on and they gave her a Honda loaner. All I can say is man was she was POed.
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10-12-2011, 09:10 AM | #10 |
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Yes, the first time or two my "d" went through its particulate burn off cycle, I got a strong odor of "burned sugar." In fact, one time as I pulled into the driveway the smell was so strong that I thought my house might be on fire. Over time, the burn off process became less stinky. My guess is that the first or second burn off included some cr*p from the factory. I still get the odor from time to time, but it's not that strong or bad.
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10-12-2011, 10:37 AM | #12 |
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yea.. i always got a 328 loaner, altough last time they tried giving me one without navi and I requested that they check their inventory for one with it and I was taken care off.
I'd love to have like a 5 series as a loaner though |
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10-12-2011, 10:44 AM | #14 |
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Leaking fuel line is not "common"
Loaner is a loaner. The SA has a finite number of loaners and they're not free so your going to see a plethora of base 3 series. The smell is probably the DPF or just soemthng unique to your vehicle. |
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10-12-2011, 12:48 PM | #17 |
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First person I've heard having this problem.
If you're like me, request a diesel loaner. Most dealerships keep 1 or 2 hiding in the back for those people that want them (and generally, won't pull them out unless asked). Otherwise, do what I do....make a 7AM appointment, get there at 6:30, look at what's available in the line for loaner cars, and pick which one you want. I've gotten a 135i vert, multiple 335i's, and once...just once, an M3.
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10-12-2011, 01:41 PM | #18 |
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next time i need an oil change will make an appointment. I dont really have a choice when i break down though. THat would be nice to have a d loaner. The 328 is averaging liek 22mpg for me
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10-12-2011, 10:01 PM | #19 |
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not true, it is not fun going V8 to I6 from the dealer where you bought it.
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10-12-2011, 10:08 PM | #20 |
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i know it's not fun, that's why I said they give you a nice loaner, and by that I mean as comparably close to the car you brought in to them, i know my boy got a 535i after bringing an x5m, I guess it wasn't the v8 but not too bad.
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10-13-2011, 09:07 AM | #21 |
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The dealer left a voicemail on my phoen yesterday. The issue came from the fuel filter. They had to order one. NOt sure what exactly happened to it. I hope they fill my tank back up...
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10-13-2011, 12:52 PM | #22 |
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I had my particulates filter replaced due to some recall and 2 weeks ago my check engine light came on and they said that it was the DEF transfer tank sensor had gone, requiring a whole new tank. The closest part was in Toronto and because it is considered 'Hazardous' material it had to be shipped ground.
2 weeks later and the part arrived yesterday. 328 loaner.
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