COMMON ISSUES AND PRICING FOR BMW REPAIRS

COMMON ISSUES & PRICING for BMW REPAIRS CHOOSING A REPAIR SHOP ASK FOR RECOMMENDATIONS Talk to friends and family members who have cars similar to yours CHECK ONLINE Look for reviews of different shops, and choose one with a good reputation ASK FOR CERTIFICATION A reputable mechanic should be certified with the ASE GET ESTIMATES Some shops offer free estimates, so take advantage of this service GO WITH YOUR GUT Talk to a few different shops to get a feel for how they do business Choose the one that makes you feel most comfortable and informed COMMON BMW REPAIR ISSUES 2001-2006 325i Oil leaking from engine area The shop may add a dye to the oil to find the source of the leak =$100 Diagnosis may cost $167-$213 Coolant loss from expansion tank leak Loss of coolant can result in overheating, and should be inspected JAS SAS| Diagnosis may cost $167-$213 1990, 1993, 2008 535i Front thrust rod bushings failure Weakened mounts can cause mushy road feel and shuddering Repair may cost $1,429-$2,640 2001-2006. 2008-2010 M3 Power steering hoses leak or failure May be harder to turn, and you may notice noises when the car turns Repair may cost $706-$871 PROVIDED BY: PRECISION NOTURNORKS WWW.PRECISION-MOTORWORKS.COM SOURCES: http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/2012/12/how-to-find-a-great-car-mechanic/index.htm http://repairpal.com/estimator/results http://repairpal.com/multiple-power-steering-hoses-may-simultaneously-fail-502 http://repairpal.com/cooling-system-component-failure-after-6o000-miles-431 http://repairpal.com/front-thrust-rod-bushings-may-fail-341 http://repairpal.com/oil-leaks-from-engine-area-398