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216 postsBMW M1 and M2 buttons explained: how to set up your M car
The red M1 and M2 buttons let you store your favourite settings. What they do, how to set them up, which settings to choose and how M Mode works on newer BMW M cars.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 5 min readBMW carbon ceramic brakes: how they work and are they worth it?
BMW carbon ceramic brakes are lighter and resist heat better than steel brakes, but they are expensive to replace. How they work, their benefits, wear, cost and whether they are worth it.
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BMW transmission fluid: is it really lifetime and when to change it
BMW often calls its transmission fluid a lifetime fill. What that really means, when to change automatic, DCT and manual gearbox oil, the warning signs of old fluid and how the job is done.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 5 min readBMW Auto Start-Stop explained: how it works and why it stops working
BMW Auto Start-Stop switches the engine off when you stop to save fuel. How it works, why it sometimes does not work, the role of the battery and whether you can turn it off.
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BMW key battery: how to replace it and what to do if the key is not detected
A weak BMW key battery can stop the car from detecting the key. How to replace the battery in most BMW keys, which keys are rechargeable and how to start the car when the key is not detected.
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BMW M car running costs: what it really takes to own an M car
Owning a BMW M car is a dream for many enthusiasts, but the running costs are higher than for a normal BMW. Where the money goes and how to plan a realistic budget.
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Why does my BMW use oil? BMW oil consumption explained
Many BMW owners are surprised when the car asks for a litre of oil between services. What is normal BMW oil consumption, what is not, the most common causes and how to measure it properly.
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BMW "Drivetrain malfunction" warning: what it means and what to do
The BMW drivetrain malfunction message is one of the most searched warnings. What it really means, the most common causes, what to do when it appears and how a specialist finds the fault.
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BMW timing chain problems: which engines are affected and the warning signs
BMW engines use timing chains that are designed to last, but some engines became known for chain and guide problems. Which engines are affected, the warning signs and how to reduce the risk.
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