I HATE THIS. My M6 is sitting in my driveway as I type this because it won't allow me to start it. It'll be free to fix but what a pain in the ass. I wish I could just put the key in and fix it like this guy haha.
I like the limiter thing on the rev counter going up to 6k because the engine is cold. or is it the 400hp limit for "normaln driving" ?
if you turn it from 400 to 507 and the engine is well heated up - does it move to higher revs - or how does the horsepower limiter work on the M5 ? :)
All M-cars now have this feature, it restricts revs until the engine has reached normal operating temperature to prevent damage from over-revving whilst oil & engine cold.
Both P400 (400bhp mode) & P500 (507bhp) mode have this. Once the engine is warm the full rev range is available in P400 & P500 mode with the redline at 8250rpm.
The throttle bodies are electronically controlled to limit the power down to 400bhp. In P400 the throttle bodies are only about 80% open hence reducing power output.
Mmmm, now I know the answer I always wondered about :)
Thanks a lot.
and the rev limiter thing - clever! one thing I hate about letting friends try out the 335i - "hey, the turbos kick in way too late, don't they?" - yes, revving it like mad when it's cold really helps :/
and the warranty thing - if you're into tinkering with the car, there's nothing to void then :D
Thank god for warranties! The problem I now have is my warranty expires Dec 2008 so I don't know whether to trade it in for a newer model or pay to extend the warranty.
how shitty would it be to get that error while doing 160 down the highway?
kHuNkHuNa10 9 months ago
ding ing ing ing ing
ZCP1364 11 months ago
I HATE THIS. My M6 is sitting in my driveway as I type this because it won't allow me to start it. It'll be free to fix but what a pain in the ass. I wish I could just put the key in and fix it like this guy haha.
JuppiesV 1 year ago
Typical SHIT german quality, you will suffer endless electrical glitches as well as trim problems on modern BMWs and VWs, they are terrible cars!!!!
laughingharry 1 year ago
I know the reason for the problem.
Your steering wheel is on the wrong side.
fifficus 2 years ago 8
it´s about 80% a Software error if not it is the Steering lock motor ist about 120 Euros its quite easy to install
Seahawk1685 2 years ago
In Poland we say BMW Będziesz miał wydatki witch stands for you will be have expenses. Have you tried in service and asking for a cost?
luna8181 2 years ago
you move the steering as strong as you can .
haqeem18 3 years ago
I like the limiter thing on the rev counter going up to 6k because the engine is cold. or is it the 400hp limit for "normaln driving" ?
if you turn it from 400 to 507 and the engine is well heated up - does it move to higher revs - or how does the horsepower limiter work on the M5 ? :)
modrak 3 years ago
All M-cars now have this feature, it restricts revs until the engine has reached normal operating temperature to prevent damage from over-revving whilst oil & engine cold.
Both P400 (400bhp mode) & P500 (507bhp) mode have this. Once the engine is warm the full rev range is available in P400 & P500 mode with the redline at 8250rpm.
The throttle bodies are electronically controlled to limit the power down to 400bhp. In P400 the throttle bodies are only about 80% open hence reducing power output.
scoopzuk 3 years ago
Mmmm, now I know the answer I always wondered about :)
Thanks a lot.
and the rev limiter thing - clever! one thing I hate about letting friends try out the 335i - "hey, the turbos kick in way too late, don't they?" - yes, revving it like mad when it's cold really helps :/
and the warranty thing - if you're into tinkering with the car, there's nothing to void then :D
modrak 3 years ago
ehm.. guys there something called warranty XD
BIOGENA 3 years ago
Thank god for warranties! The problem I now have is my warranty expires Dec 2008 so I don't know whether to trade it in for a newer model or pay to extend the warranty.
scoopzuk 3 years ago
i think you should only trade in the M for another M car
darkgolem445 3 years ago 6
the same with mine :(
silowka 3 years ago