uboma:




That's a big engine you are interested in. Yungboss is in a position to provide reviews and tips to watch out for, as he too is a lover of big engines.

If it is your first time to own a BMW car, why not look for one with a smaller engine, 525/528/530?

Whatever you decide, make sure to have a competent hand inspect the car on your behalf before paying for it if it is a Nigerian used one.

uboma:



Wow!

Good to learn that you are not a first timer.

I have got no experience with the 550i.

drakeskull:
Would be my 5th BMW if I'm to get it. Used an 07 530i for close to 2 years. Very reliable engine, never broke down. Just want to know if the 550i would be reliable and the fuel usage won't be worlds apart from a 3.5L

alphaNomega:


I think we need to regulate the price of BMWs on this forum

decatalyst:
Hi nairalanders,

I bought my BMW 525i on this forum but I haven't been enjoying that car as I expected.

Issue is 1. Battery drains and car wouldn't start if left for 24hrs of recent. Now sef I have to drive it in a day to get it started next day. Diagnostic scan picked 4 fault DME...Head not coded correctly appear on dashboard.

2. Full lights doesn't on per say...only one bulb on and fog lights. Mechanics here in Ibadan have proven to be incompetent.

Even considering of sell the car sef cuz I hate stress. Please help. I could share the diagnostic reports with you if you don't mind.

Any assistance on resolving issue, in Ibadan?

yungboss:

Good Morning, did you change the battery recently? Batteries have to be coded to the car once replaced or removed.
However, locate a module in the spare tyre compartment, plugged somewhere beneath the spare tyre (spare tyre needs to be removed to access). Unplug it and check for corrosion or any kind of water damage.

drakeskull:


Also happens when the CD player unit is changed or iDrive screen and not reprogrammed. Won't affect functionality though.

decatalyst:
Hi nairalanders,

I bought my BMW 525i on this forum but I haven't been enjoying that car as I expected.

Issue is 1. Battery drains and car wouldn't start if left for 24hrs of recent. Now sef I have to drive it in a day to get it started next day. Diagnostic scan picked 4 fault DME...Head not coded correctly appear on dashboard.

2. Full lights doesn't on per say...only one bulb on and fog lights. Mechanics here in Ibadan have proven to be incompetent.

Even considering of sell the car sef cuz I hate stress. Please help. I could share the diagnostic reports with you if you don't mind.

Any assistance on resolving issue, in Ibadan?

yungboss:

Please clarify.

yungboss:

Good Morning, did you change the battery recently? Batteries have to be coded to the car once replaced or removed.
However, locate a module in the spare tyre compartment, plugged somewhere beneath the spare tyre (spare tyre needs to be removed to access). Unplug it and check for corrosion or any kind of water damage.

yungboss:

Good Morning, did you change the battery recently? Batteries have to be coded to the car once replaced or removed.
However, locate a module in the spare tyre compartment, plugged somewhere beneath the spare tyre (spare tyre needs to be removed to access). Unplug it and check for corrosion or any kind of water damage.

decatalyst:


Yes, I changed the battery. The previous battery just suddenly started draining. I have change the alternator after battery change. Still issue persist. No corrosion on the battery head either.

Obviously the car will have to get to Lagos...as the guys in Ibadan no really sabi.

benefitzte:


Please don't just generalize 'guys in Ibadan', I own BMW cars and am in Ibadan, I have never had cos to take any repair to Lagos b4 I get solutions.
Wish I know the 'guys' you have patronized or at least the areas their workshops are located.

omoajiri:
Greetings house.
Please I need engine parts dealers to sell to me crankshaft seal for an e60 525i engine.
It's needed urgently.
Thanks

drakeskull:


Your location?

omoajiri:
Abeokuta

decatalyst:


Please I would appreciate if you can recommend anyone here in Ibadan that can solve this kind of issue.

CakeChow:
I think that BMW owners will be very useful. I take care of my car and it is important for me that the car is always in perfect condition. Therefore, I use the best things for the car. And recently, I found a list of fairly cheap, but the Best oil for bmw 328i https://carfluidsexpert.com/best-oil-for-bmw-328i/ This is what I was looking for a long time and now I know more.

nakoks:

I know one mad electrician in ibadan,he solved same on my Benz,i had to import him to Lagos.his name is Anago .0803 426 2003

That problem can be frustrating so i feel your pain.

decatalyst:
Hi nairalanders,

I bought my BMW 525i on this forum but I haven't been enjoying that car as I expected.

Issue is 1. Battery drains and car wouldn't start if left for 24hrs of recent. Now sef I have to drive it in a day to get it started next day. Diagnostic scan picked 4 fault DME...Head not coded correctly appear on dashboard.

2. Full lights doesn't on per say...only one bulb on and fog lights. Mechanics here in Ibadan have proven to be incompetent.

Even considering of sell the car sef cuz I hate stress. Please help. I could share the diagnostic reports with you if you don't mind.

Any assistance on resolving issue, in Ibadan?

omoajiri:
Greetings house.
Please I need engine parts dealers to sell to me crankshaft seal for an e60 525i engine.
It's needed urgently.
Thanks

alphaNomega:


Can you bring this car to Kano?

alphaNomega:



Go for a replacement engine. THank me later

omoajiri:
Kilode?
Why?
I'm asking because I want to learn

nakoks:

I know one mad electrician in ibadan,he solved same on my Benz,i had to import him to Lagos.his name is Anago .0803 426 2003

That problem can be frustrating so i feel your pain.

omoajiri:
Greetings house.
Please I need engine parts dealers to sell to me crankshaft seal for an e60 525i engine.
It's needed urgently.
Thanks

HARDEYEBER:

have you taken care of this?
did your accessory belt shred before your crank seal started leaking? there might be an underlying issue that needs to be addressed first. if you dont take care of it and you put a new seal in, it will happen again and can potentially DESTROY your engine.
when the belt on these cars shred some part of the shredded belt gets stuck behind the crank pulley and will eventually destroy the seal if you continue driving. its a common problem on N engines N51,N52,N54....)

omoajiri:

Thanks so much for the insightful response.
The car's serpentine belt shredded twice within a spate of 6 weeks, the whole pulley system was checked and no error was detected. We summarily concluded that it was due to the inferior quality of the replacement belts as the one that came with the car lasted over a year and the replacement only lasted a couple of weeks.
It was after replacement at the third time that the belt slipped off the pulley while running. A careful inspection revealed oil was present on the belt and pulleys and the fault was traced to the crankshaft seal.
I have placed order for a new one (not Tokunbo) and I hope to get it later in the week.
I will update the house of further development.