History of my BMW 535d vehicle ownership, experiences and DIY service record.
Another little gremlin appeared last night on the way home where the nearside headlamp took on a distinctly pink hue. It turns out that this usually ends in total bulb failure within a short time so I sourced a new bulb...
Read MoreOne of the benefits of servicing a vehicle yourself, beside the cost saving, is that you can service individual components at the optimum time based on actual condition and usage.
Read MoreAs noted in a previous post, my front brake pads were nearing minimum thickness but when inspected closely, it was clear that the discs were also in need of renewal as they were close to minimum thickness as well. On a performance car like the 535d, it would be foolish to scrimp on brakes so I ordered a set of genuine BMW discs from Cotswold BMW to fit along with the pads and wear sensor already purchased.
The fitting process was relatively easy and in fact easier than most cars I have seen.
Read MoreYesterday when pulling out of a petrol station my rear glass hatch release activated and the luggage cover retracted. At the time I thought maybe I just hadn't closed it properly but it happened again later in the day. After a bit of research on BMW Land I discovered this was a common problem and either meant a problem with the wiring or more likely, the hatch switch. Since the new switch was reasonably priced, and was the most likely cause, I decided to replace it.
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