My first car!!
1. Saved up at mcdonalds at 16 and bought a salvaged '04 530i for $2800
2. No, parents didn't spoil me
3. Thanks, Forums.
#1 The car was misfiring and the seller (A UTI Student) presumed it was an oxygen sensor. The OBD codes showed the problem occuring in both banks so I quickly realized
it was not an o2 sensor. Replaced the DISA Valve and boom no CEL.
#2 The drivers airbag warning was on :0 Luckily forum research helped me find INPA. I cleared the code and it went away, seems the replaced the part but never cleared the code...
#3 Passenger Restraint System error was on. Found the BST was blown and soldered a resistor to the circuit. INPA -> No more seatbelt warning
#4 Oil change, Tranny fluid and filter change, intake filter, fuel sending unit, fuel filter, spark plugs, Sport Mode Button DIY, now runs like a champ.
#5 The Wheels, Skirts, Bumpers and even the Grilles, yes it's plasti-dip. Freshens up the look and holds up.