Fuel injector "campaign"

BBK · 08-03-2011, 12:24 AM

Any 01/09 builds that have had to get them replaced?

BMW86 · 08-03-2011, 05:01 AM

You guys are all lucky... Wish I was getting a fresh set of injectors, the pulsating ticking noise sounds terrible.

I know the US recall is based on build dates but apparently ours is based on specific VIN numbers.

DTNJNQ · 08-04-2011, 05:47 AM

I took the car in to the BMW services center today for them to check out the rough idle. They checked the injectors and replace one.

Jeef Beef · 08-04-2011, 07:04 AM

At this rate BMW are gonna have to issue us some new engines. Frankly I'm tired of having to organise time off work just in order to fix something that shouldn't have been an issue in the first place

BMW86 · 08-04-2011, 09:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Jeef Beef

At this rate BMW are gonna have to issue us some new engines. Frankly I'm tired of having to organise time off work just in order to fix something that shouldn't have been an issue in the first place

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I've never owned a car that was as high maintenance as this one. There seem to be quite a few issues with these cars. Having said that, I think as enthusiasts we seem to be aware of all these issues and anticipate them whereas a majority of owners of these cars just think they are really unlucky when the problem or recall arises.

My dentist owns a 335i and during my last check-up I asked him how his car is going and how many times his HPFP has been replaced and he was surprised that I knew about it because he had no idea it was so common.

x5mad · 08-08-2011, 01:10 AM

Just had mine done, 3 injectors needed replacing. Might help with how the cars been real sluggish these past few months.

JB4-335 · 08-10-2011, 12:10 AM

Just got 5 new injectors.

Orlin · 08-10-2011, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by JB4135

Just got 5 new injectors.

5 new injectors! That has to be a 1addicts record Edwin

Zuzu · 08-10-2011, 12:20 AM

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Originally Posted by JB4135

Just got 5 new injectors.

Any noticeable difference Edwin..

How long did they have your car for at the dealership?

I dropped my vert off this morning at Sylvania for the injectors..Let see if I can match or beat your record.. My car is 05/08 build.

JB4-335 · 08-10-2011, 12:40 AM

Haven't picked it up yet Joe.
They had my car for 4 hours total.
It's a quick job. Remove all injectors scan barcode and replace if injector number matches bmw camp.

Zuzu · 08-10-2011, 12:53 AM

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Originally Posted by JB4135

Haven't picked it up yet Joe.
They had my car for 4 hours total.
It's a quick job. Remove all injectors scan barcode and replace if injector number matches bmw camp.

Dropped my car off at 8am today then rang them at 1.30 and was told that they are still working on it and will call whwn completed..
OK..its now 3.50pm..

Anyway..Have a BSM 330d to drive around in.

Zuzu · 08-10-2011, 12:56 AM

Just got the call after posting..

Car is ready for pickup and they have replaced 3 injectors..

JB4-335 · 08-10-2011, 01:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Zuzu

Just got the call after posting..

Car is ready for pickup and they have replaced 3 injectors..

I won't pick mine up until tomorrow so let me know how it drives.
I really like the 330d, they go quite well.
3 injectors... not bad but I really think I'll hold the record for this one.
My SA loved the meth lines all over the engine bay.

Zuzu · 08-10-2011, 01:21 AM

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Originally Posted by JB4135

I won't pick mine up until tomorrow so let me know how it drives.
I really like the 330d, they go quite well.
3 injectors... not bad but I really think I'll hold the record for this one.
My SA loved the meth lines all over the engine bay.

Can't pick my car up until tomorrow aswel.

The 330d is a great car..Still a bit noisy for my liking thou when idling.

Would have loved to seen the look on their faces when they opened up your bonet..

ansch · 08-10-2011, 01:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Orlin

5 new injectors! That has to be a 1addicts record Edwin

they replaced all six for me..

JB4-335 · 08-10-2011, 02:19 AM

Well done mate. Don't think anyone can beat you there.

BMW86 · 08-10-2011, 02:28 AM

I got 6 replaced and they gave me a few spares for after warranty. Westside are awesome

Just kidding... I got nothing

Orlin · 08-10-2011, 03:25 AM

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Originally Posted by BMW86

I got 6 replaced and they gave me a few spares for after warranty. Westside are awesome

Just kidding... I got nothing

Orlin · 08-10-2011, 03:26 AM

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Originally Posted by ansch

they replaced all six for me..

looks like we have a new winner

JB4-335 · 08-10-2011, 03:53 AM

You wish Vin.
I'm really keen to see if it runs any different. My injectors were noisy as fuck but my car seemed to still go really well.

BMW86 · 08-10-2011, 03:56 AM

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Originally Posted by JB4135

You wish Vin.
I'm really keen to see if it runs any different. My injectors were noisy as fuck but my car seemed to still go really well.

I had a couple replaced ages ago and when I got my car back it felt like I gained 20hp! My car was running really bad in the weeks leading up to them failing though.

RadiuM · 08-10-2011, 04:08 AM

What build date are all your cars that got replaced? I have a March 2009 and have yet to receive a call and doubt I ever will.

On idle mine is smooth then it will skip a beat ever few seconds. I had the issue back in '09 and bitched about it but he said that's 'normal'. Performance wise though it's fine.

I did get a call from a sales guy today though regarding a 1M.... about 4 months after I sent through my inquiry. Nice work guys.

08-03-2011, 12:24 AM	#45
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08-03-2011, 05:01 AM	#46
BMW86 Major General 398 Rep 9,156 Posts Drives: RS3 Sedan / Macan S Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	You guys are all lucky... Wish I was getting a fresh set of injectors, the pulsating ticking noise sounds terrible. I know the US recall is based on build dates but apparently ours is based on specific VIN numbers.
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DTNJNQ Captain 110 Rep 994 Posts Drives: M2, 135i, Xclass Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW 135i [8.66]	I took the car in to the BMW services center today for them to check out the rough idle. They checked the injectors and replace one.
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Jeef Beef Lord Captain Commander 110 Rep 3,093 Posts Drives: a sleeper Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Sydney, Australia iTrader: (0)	At this rate BMW are gonna have to issue us some new engines. Frankly I'm tired of having to organise time off work just in order to fix something that shouldn't have been an issue in the first place __________________ E82 135i M-sport: SGM/6MT/Black
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x5mad Lieutenant Colonel 352 Rep 1,772 Posts Drives: iX 40 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Australia iTrader: (0) Garage List bmw [0.00]	Just had mine done, 3 injectors needed replacing. Might help with how the cars been real sluggish these past few months.
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JB4-335 Brigadier General 168 Rep 3,093 Posts Drives: E92 BSM & E70 AW Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Australia iTrader: (1)	Just got 5 new injectors.
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08-10-2011, 12:40 AM	#54
JB4-335 Brigadier General 168 Rep 3,093 Posts Drives: E92 BSM & E70 AW Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Australia iTrader: (1)	Haven't picked it up yet Joe. They had my car for 4 hours total. It's a quick job. Remove all injectors scan barcode and replace if injector number matches bmw camp.
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08-10-2011, 12:56 AM	#56
Zuzu Major General 2816 Rep 7,637 Posts Drives: M2C HS 6MT Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Sydney Australia iTrader: (0)	Just got the call after posting.. Car is ready for pickup and they have replaced 3 injectors..
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JB4-335 Brigadier General 168 Rep 3,093 Posts Drives: E92 BSM & E70 AW Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Australia iTrader: (1)	Well done mate. Don't think anyone can beat you there.
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BMW86 Major General 398 Rep 9,156 Posts Drives: RS3 Sedan / Macan S Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	I got 6 replaced and they gave me a few spares for after warranty. Westside are awesome Just kidding... I got nothing
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08-10-2011, 03:53 AM	#64
JB4-335 Brigadier General 168 Rep 3,093 Posts Drives: E92 BSM & E70 AW Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Australia iTrader: (1)	You wish Vin. I'm really keen to see if it runs any different. My injectors were noisy as fuck but my car seemed to still go really well.
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08-10-2011, 04:08 AM	#66
RadiuM Captain 38 Rep 839 Posts Drives: 135i, 97 GTR VSpec Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: perth iTrader: (1)	What build date are all your cars that got replaced? I have a March 2009 and have yet to receive a call and doubt I ever will. On idle mine is smooth then it will skip a beat ever few seconds. I had the issue back in '09 and bitched about it but he said that's 'normal'. Performance wise though it's fine. I did get a call from a sales guy today though regarding a 1M.... about 4 months after I sent through my inquiry. Nice work guys. __________________ '09 BMW 135i, Lemans Blue '97 Nissan Skyline R33 Series II GTR V-Spec
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