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BMW 335i (N54) turbo warranty extended for wastegate issues to 8yrs/82k miles
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07-23-2013, 07:01 AM | #353 |
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Does anyone know if the new turbos that are being installed on a "turbo replacement" are a new design? Did BMW make any design changes to the wastegate and/or actuators to correct the problem?
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07-23-2013, 08:12 AM | #354 |
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The early models had 6 mm rods, which later they put in 8 mm which helped. I believe they had other improvements but not exactly sure what. If you have 6 mm rods they would have to replace the turbos to upgrade to 8 mm rods.
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07-23-2013, 11:11 AM | #355 |
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Do you know the buid dates of the 6mm rods? Are there any performance advantages?
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07-25-2013, 01:18 PM | #356 |
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I was so excited when I came across this thread. Same issue on my '07 335. I'm on my way to pick up my car which the dealer here in San Antonio confirmed to have horrible waste gate rattle but will not service because no code is thrown. I have 76K miles and now afraid the code will arrive timely at 83K! So frustrated, embarrassing to drive. Is there a way to force the code?
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07-25-2013, 02:21 PM | #357 | |
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1) what is your policy on replacing the turbos? 2) How often/recently have you done this? 3) Is it a multi-visit approach or a single visit and everything is replaced event? 4) Does BMW NA usually make them go thru a lot of hoops to get the replacements done? Once you find the dealership that gives you answers you like to hear... give them a shot. |
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07-25-2013, 09:23 PM | #358 | |
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07-25-2013, 11:45 PM | #359 |
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That's what I figured. The thought of new snails are nice but to be honest I would be super satisfied with replaced WG's. All I want is to get rid of that rattle. Not sure if I can escalate the issue with them or if I should try going to another city??
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07-26-2013, 09:38 AM | #360 | |
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2007 we only have the 6 mm rods, I think 2009 they went with 8 mm rods. they would have to replace the turbos to get 8 mm rods. Either way, getting replacement WGs will stop the rattle..... for a little while. the work will be good for 2 years at least, if done by a Certified Dealer.
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07-26-2013, 11:51 AM | #361 | |
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So, IS the wastegate is separate from the turbo? I was under the impression that it's one piece, where if the WG goes, then the whole piece (including turbo) needs replacing. I've also read that people on here had a single turbo replaced, just the WG's, and many just get both turbos replaced. Is the difference in dealer's being stingy, warranty issue, or something else? I'm bringing my car in Monday (possibly for this), and just want to be prepared. Thanks!
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07-26-2013, 03:11 PM | #364 |
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may want to start a new thread in the local forum.
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07-28-2013, 03:30 PM | #365 | |
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I had the classic waste gate rattle along with the low boost code (30ff). They replaced the turbos with no questions asked. I am at 71,267... |
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07-28-2013, 05:04 PM | #366 |
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I have an American 335i originally purchased from Oregon, then had the car imported/registered in Canada. Does this warranty still apply to my ex-US car?
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07-28-2013, 05:11 PM | #367 |
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Under the used certified program mine was already covered for 100,000 miles but the extra 2 years to it is an added plus.
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07-28-2013, 05:24 PM | #368 |
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as it pertains to the Turbo warranty, not sure. I would read the fine print.
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07-29-2013, 10:10 PM | #370 | ||
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08-04-2013, 11:53 AM | #372 |
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Are you all getting rattle past the first minute of startup? For me, the rattle is noticeably louder during the 1st minute of startup. After that, the wastegates open and I have to rev to ~4-5k in order to hear the rattle which is not as prominent.
Also, has anyone been told that the noise is normal or has it mostly been if you don't throw a code, they can't do anything? I'll be taking my car in this Friday for the battery cable recall and plan on asking them to check out the turbos. |
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08-06-2013, 10:02 AM | #373 |
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Just to report guys went in to have the battery cable recall done and also told them about the wastegate rattle. Picking up the car today with new turbos covered under warranty.
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