Author Topic: couple of newbie questions (Read 2892 times)

91_e30_m42 · « **on:** May 03, 2009, 09:47:46 PM »

hi everyone im new to bmw this is my first one i just had a quick question do i need to got to the dealer to get a new key cut, the old one got broken inside the ignition switch, and what should i look for if the car overheated, besides the obvious(melted parts, oil mixing with water)

Old2002Driver · « **Reply #1 on:** May 03, 2009, 09:52:45 PM »

Ignition - find a good locksmith. Can't imagine a dealer having any specialized expertise and would be more expensive.

Overheated - look at oil first. Also do you know why it overheated? Not much help here.

91_e30_m42 · « **Reply #2 on:** May 03, 2009, 10:07:24 PM »

fan clutch, as for the key i can take the switch out and take to a locksmith or do i need to order a new key or can the locksmith cut me a new one

Old2002Driver · « **Reply #3 on:** May 03, 2009, 10:26:02 PM »

Take the switch to the locksmith. Should be able to remove the key and make new keys

91_e30_m42 · « **Reply #4 on:** May 05, 2009, 08:12:28 AM »

cool thats what ill do:cool: