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RE: Unfix-able Transmission: 740IL

BostonBrian — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 07:00:19 GMT

Thanks Mike. I appreciate the guidance.

RE: Unfix-able Transmission: 740IL

schneller — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 16:58:21 GMT

Brian,

The transmission is going into failsafe mode for a reason that is being stored in the transmission computer. If the shop cannot read the transmission computer faults they won't know where to begin fixing the problem.

There are a number of reputable dealer alternatives to BMW service, including us, in the Boston area.

Check out http://www.bimrs.org/ for a reputable shop or you can contact us in Newbury, MA 978.465.2002.

Thanks,

Mike Morris
Schneller BMW Performance
26 Middle Rd
Newbury, MA 01951
978.465.2002

Unfix-able Transmission: 740IL

BostonBrian — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 11:41:30 GMT

The transmission on my 1998 740 IL was replaced by a local shop in Greenwich CT just before I bought it. Since the sale I have had to take it back to the shop twice for transmission problems after getting the warning message " Trans. Failsafe prog". The mechanic claims that the first two replacement transmissions were "bad" and he replaced them with another re-built transmission (non-BMW certified).

Now I am getting the message again. My question is: Is it possible that the transmissions are fine and that this shop does not know how to correctly install a BMW transmission? Could he be missing a step? IS there a BMW mechanic in the Boston area who you would recommend for this type of problem?

I know I could take the car to a dealership and have another transmission installed but I am trying to avoid spending a ton of money. Any help/guidance would be appreciated.

Brian