2008 BMW 750Li Repair Question
Asked on December 19, 2011
I have taken my 2008 BMW 750Li to the BMW Service Center 3 times for engine pinging problem during acceleration with negative results. Would you happen to have a fix for this? I have been using 91 octane from Shell or Chevron since I've owned the car.
I've had this pinging / detonation noise coming from the egine during sudden acceleration since I bought the car in May 2010. The dealer preformed some sort of induction flush of the fuel system but it didn't help.
Asked by romeomAnswer
Replied on December 19, 2011
have you tried adding higher octane fuel?
Replied on December 19, 2011
Also have the EGR valve checked if its opening
Replied on December 21, 2011
Using 91 octane fuel didn't help because I've been using it since I owned the car. Would the engine light come on if the EGR is mafunctioning?
Replied on December 21, 2011
Don't always rely on the CEL to give you a headstart-check the EGR valve operation
Replied on December 21, 2011
pinging is KNOWN issue with your car and other BMWs did you change spark plugs?
Replied on December 22, 2011
No EGR on BMW since 1979. BMW knows about the problem, they are not inclined to fix it. Had several of them at the stealer, oops, dealer do the same thing.
Replied on December 22, 2011
Merry Christmas guys-be safe and sound
Replied on January 8, 2012
Anymore suggestions/recommendations in regards to trhe engine pinging
Replied on January 9, 2012
Drive it to the dealer and trade it in.