posted 08-08-2001 06:33 PM            

Also, noted some vibration in the steering and a clunking from the front suspension. Was told that the vibration was most likely from a balancing issue and they could do it but that balancing was not covered under warranty. Since I had just had the wheels balanced from the purchasing dealership the a couple weeks back, decided to take it back to them for this issue. Stopped going to the purchasing dealership because their service dept damaged both of the E46 M3's! The second one was taken HOME by a dealership employee for the night! All without my knowledge or consent!

Anyway, regarding the clunking from the front suspension, was told that BMW is aware of the issue and are working to find a fix. Was told that BMW had issued a "Red" bulletin which means the problem is being worked on. Was told that they would call me if and when BMW comes out with a fix.

posted 08-12-2001 10:35 PM              

Congrats on your Forum. I just started visiting today. I live in Melbourne, Australia and am the proud owner of an E46 M3 in LSB/black with 19" wheels, SatNav, 6-speed conventional manual etc.

I was interested in your info re. the 1st service as mine is just due - did theynot change the engine oil ? Also, your comment about repairing the Z8 was interesting .. would this also not be the case for the hood on the M3 ?

posted 08-13-2001 02:10 AM            

Figure I would wait for the formal word. They should do it for free I would think.

Good point about the hood! I wonder what's the deal with the hood...maybe they would just replace it completely if it gets damaged as I would think it would be cheaper than shipping it back to wherever it needs to go. I will ask next time I go in.

posted 08-13-2001 07:42 PM            

I too got my 1200 mile service over the weekend. I asked them about the 10W60 oil thing and they didn't seem to know about it. I just had them replace the oil and filter anyway. (138 bucks).