First car transformation!

MatthewAguilera · 08-20-2019, 05:45 PM

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.

JayArras · 08-21-2019, 10:34 AM

Congratulations, Mathew! Welcome to the bimmer club.

It looks like you're mechanically inclined, so those skills should serve you well. But don't stop saving just because you've acquired the car. BMWs are very expensive to maintain, so even if you do your own wrenching, expect to sink at least a couple thou a year just to keep it on the road, especially for a car that's 15 years old.

One question though... Your profile says you're in Ontario but the photos indicate it's a California car. Did you import the car from the US or are you now residing in Cali?

Tim07e90 · 09-01-2019, 01:00 AM

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Originally Posted by JayArras

Congratulations, Mathew! Welcome to the bimmer club.

It looks like you're mechanically inclined, so those skills should serve you well. But don't stop saving just because you've acquired the car. BMWs are very expensive to maintain, so even if you do your own wrenching, expect to sink at least a couple thou a year just to keep it on the road, especially for a car that's 15 years old.

One question though... Your profile says you're in Ontario but the photos indicate it's a California car. Did you import the car from the US or are you now residing in Cali?

That's Ontario, California

JayArras · 09-03-2019, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Tim07e90

That's Ontario, California

How was I to know?

I live on the east coast. Thanks for the clarification.

08-20-2019, 05:45 PM	#1
MatthewAguilera New Member 2 Rep 7 Posts Drives: 2014 528i Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Ontario iTrader: (0)	First car transformation! 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. Attached Images Last edited by MatthewAguilera; 09-02-2019 at 07:48 AM..
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JayArras Casual Fanatic 33 Rep 196 Posts Drives: '07 530xi Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fairfield County, CT iTrader: (0)	Congratulations, Mathew! Welcome to the bimmer club. It looks like you're mechanically inclined, so those skills should serve you well. But don't stop saving just because you've acquired the car. BMWs are very expensive to maintain, so even if you do your own wrenching, expect to sink at least a couple thou a year just to keep it on the road, especially for a car that's 15 years old. One question though... Your profile says you're in Ontario but the photos indicate it's a California car. Did you import the car from the US or are you now residing in Cali? __________________ 2007 530xi, Black Metallic Sapphire, 6 speed manual, Sport package, Cold Weather Package, Premium Package, Premium Sound Package, Sirius Satellite Radio, MTech front bumper, Replica Style 166 wheels
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