Loss of Power 528i Auto
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Printed Date: 24-September-2024 at 06:25
Topic: Loss of Power 528i Auto
Posted By: wallace
Subject: Loss of Power 528i Auto
Date Posted: 12-May-2006 at 11:47
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I have a 1999 (T) 528 i SE Auto which runs fine when it's cool but as soon as it warms up, the throttle response is very sluggish and the kick down doesn't work till you push the accelerator all the way to the floor. Strangley enough, if I use the cruise buttons to accelerate, all seems much better. This is the same in D or in sport mode. Any thoughts please? ------------- 528i SE Auto 1999 |
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Posted By: Exharper
Date Posted: 12-May-2006 at 14:23
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Hi wallace, just found your thread Thats the bad news!!!! £800-900 fitted at the dealer. Dont even go down the route of getting non-genuine parts, its not worth it and in my opinion its a waste of money. It might be worth sourcing a second hand 1 and just replacing it. My cars done 140K so im not prepared to spend serious money on it!! whats your thoughts? ------------- Beemer dan 523i SE 1997 (184K) Canyon Rot Red, auto. 330 CI Msport Convertible, blue 51K. |
Posted By: wallace
Date Posted: 12-May-2006 at 18:41
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Mine has also done 140k miles and I've just ordered a replacement part from 247 Spares for £250 + VAT so here's hoping..... if I get 1/2 the life of a Beemer part then at that price I'll be happy as it seems easy to fit. Thanks for your help. |
Posted By: Eastwind
Date Posted: 12-May-2006 at 19:07
| What needs replacing? |
Posted By: Exharper
Date Posted: 13-May-2006 at 03:47
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"Eastwind"The CAT! Wallace-Let us know how you get on fitting it, it may be different to mine as mine is a 523i, think the cat shape may be different. Have you bought a CAT replacement or a complete second hand exhaust?, as the original exhaust are all 1 piece. I was thinking it may be easier to dco a whole exhaust replacment. ------------- Beemer dan 523i SE 1997 (184K) Canyon Rot Red, auto. 330 CI Msport Convertible, blue 51K. |
Posted By: wallace
Date Posted: 13-May-2006 at 05:55
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http://www.247spares.co.uk/carpartsearch/parts_browse/car/new/make=bmw/model=528i/part_name=catalytic-converter/result/ - http://www.247spares.co.uk/carpartsearch/parts_browse/car/ne w/make=bmw/model=528i/part_name=catalytic-converter/result/ This is what I'm replacing |
Posted By: ukbeamer
Date Posted: 13-May-2006 at 06:42
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I had simillar symptoms. Inlet cam pulse generator used to get affected by heat and when you restart I think the computer used to go into default mode so no power. Replaced and working fine now. Also rear n/s speed sensor was intermittent so replaced that too. ------------- 528i Auto Sport 2000 |
Posted By: topgod6
Date Posted: 16-May-2006 at 16:45
| I got a similar problem with one of my other cars losing power, but I wouldnt think my cat would be goosed at 68k ? unless its had a thwock at some point? |