This F30 is a real disappointment. When I first received it in Jul 2012, windscreen got scratches due to manufacturing defects. After half a year, problems highlighted in the forum appear 1-by-1:1) Rusty seat frame. 2) One-touch function for driver side window not working.3) Knocking sound from steeringI thought of fixing the above when i send for first service. Then, the message "Drivetrain. Continue the journey at moderate speed. Full performance not available. Have the problem checked by service" appeared two days ago. Today, the message upgrade to "Drivetrain, High temperature...."Call AB Glenmarie, booking is 1 week later. Want to act fast, call AB KL, no one answered the phone!Search internet, found the problem. Bloody hell, buying a BMW, get a proton service + proton quality. :top:
F30: Drivetrain: continue journey with moderate speed
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I called Ingress Auto, the receptionist told me I only can send my car to them for service. For warranty claim, I have to go back to AB. Not sure if this policy applies to other. The temperature was above 120C for a while and I think the gasket most likely are damaged.
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Hi, brothers, thanks for the advice.
I called BMW Mobile at 1800 88 3000. The Technical Adviser promised to call AB and fix an early date for me. According to this Technical Adviser, the Drivetrain problem was caused by transmission and the oil in the gearbox caused the high temperature. Shall until Monday and see what happens. Fingers crossed. AB KL called back in late afternoon, their phone lines had problems this morning.
I called BMW Mobile at 1800 88 3000. The Technical Adviser promised to call AB and fix an early date for me. According to this Technical Adviser, the Drivetrain problem was caused by transmission and the oil in the gearbox caused the high temperature. Shall until Monday and see what happens. Fingers crossed. AB KL called back in late afternoon, their phone lines had problems this morning.
ongss;798583 said:
This is untrue. I have sent my AB purchased car to Ingress before to fix some stuff under warranty. If you go to AB Glenmarie it's like GH, a lot of patients. Not sure how soon they can slot you in and unsure if can get courtesy car ...
I called BMW Mobile and asked the Technical Adviser to verify the statement from Ingress Auto. I was told the same answer. As such, the Technical Adviser will negotiate the early service slot with AB KL or AB Sungai Besi.tIANcI;798718 said:
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tIANcI;798751 said:
if u bought from Penang AB,theres a JB AB though.
Anyway i bought mine from AB glenmarie,but got all my servicing and some minor fix from ingress,no problem.
but i was told if there was a warranty claim (like this thread refers to),then i need to claim from AB.
Guess thats how it works.
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During one of my test drive sessions on the f30 320i, I made a hard braking around a sharp bend and after that this drivetrain error message showed up. SA asked to shift gear to P and turn off engine and restart. Message gone. And SA said it is normal. :stupid:
honey282;803057 said:
Normal? I sent my car to ABKL and I was told software update is needed. After that, it was normal for 1 week.
Today, fixed driver side window in ABKL. On my way back, in the middle of heavy traffic, same problem happened and the engine was overheated. Suddenly, everything was shut down by itself and my car was in the middle of the road. Of course, bus, motorbike, cars... everyone passed by, horned as loud as they wanted and cursed... all thanks to BMW. 5 minutes later, engine cooled down a bit and manage to drive to some where less traffic. The car was then towed to AB Glenmarie.
My wife was talking about buying a CKD X3 this morning. After the latest incident, we decided to skip. Enough from BMW already.
AB KL did not solve the problem. I hope AB Glenmarie will solve the problem. Thanks for sharing the info. Which AB branch you sent your car to ?KL OON;802920 said:
Surf the net and saw some overseas postings about the water pump. I noted the problem only happens whenever I am in a heavy jam. Also, the air-con not functioning, only air was circulated. So, you could be right.jason;803120 said:
