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my BMW 5 Series F10/F11 (2010-2017) is vibrating at high speeds what to check

BMW 5 Series F10/F11 (2010-2017)

Severity: mediumDifficulty: medium2-4 hours
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Problem Statement

## Problem Statement The BMW 5 Series F10/F11 (2010-2017) is experiencing vibrations at high speeds, indicating a potential issue with the vehicle's balance or alignment.

Repair Time
2-4 hours

Safety Warnings

  • ⚠Safety Warnings:**
  • ⚠Always ensure the vehicle is securely lifted and supported when working underneath.
  • ⚠Disconnect the battery before performing any electrical work or if handling sensors.

Symptoms

  • •Vibrations felt in the steering wheel or throughout the vehicle at speeds above 50 mph
  • •Uneven tire wear
  • •Steering wheel pulling to one side
  • •Noises from the wheels, such as humming or grinding
  • •Potential warning lights on the dashboard, such as tire pressure warning

Diagnostic Steps

  1. 1Inspect tire pressure on all four tires and adjust to manufacturer specifications.
  2. 2Visually check tires for any signs of damage such as bulges, cuts, or uneven wear.
  3. 3Perform a wheel balance test on all four wheels using a wheel balancer.
  4. 4Check wheel alignment using an alignment machine.
  5. 5Inspect suspension components for wear or damage, including control arms and bushings.
  6. 6Test drive the vehicle to confirm the presence and location of vibrations.

Solution

Solution

1. Preparation

  • Gather necessary tools and safety equipment.
  • Ensure the vehicle is parked on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
  • Wear safety goggles and gloves.

2. Tire Inspection and Maintenance

  • Tools Required: Tire pressure gauge, tire inflator.
  • Check and adjust tire pressures using the tire pressure gauge; inflate to the recommended PSI listed on the door jamb sticker.
  • Inspect tires for damage; replace any tires with significant wear or defects.

3. Wheel Balancing

  • Tools Required: Wheel balancer, lug wrench.
  • Remove the wheels from the vehicle using a lug wrench.
  • Mount each wheel onto the wheel balancer.
  • Adjust weights on the wheel as necessary to achieve balance.
  • Reinstall the balanced wheels onto the vehicle, ensuring lug nuts are tightened to the manufacturer's torque specifications (typically 80-100 ft-lbs for BMW).

4. Wheel Alignment

  • Tools Required: Alignment machine.
  • Place the vehicle on a level alignment rack.
  • Adjust the alignment settings according to manufacturer specifications, ensuring camber, caster, and toe are within the specified ranges.

5. Suspension Inspection

  • Tools Required: Socket set, torque wrench.
  • Inspect suspension components visually for signs of wear, focusing on control arms, bushings, and struts.
  • Replace any worn components, ensuring all fasteners are torqued to manufacturer specifications.

Verification

After completing the repair, verify that the issue has been resolved:

  • Test the affected component to ensure it functions correctly
  • Check for any error codes or warning lights
  • Monitor the vehicle for a few days to ensure the issue does not recur

Prevention Tips

To prevent this issue from occurring again:

  • •Follow the manufacturer's recommended maintenance schedule
  • •Address warning signs early before they develop into major issues
  • •Use quality parts and fluids recommended for your vehicle
  • •Keep detailed records of all repairs and maintenance

Tools & Equipment Required

  • Inspect tires for damage; replace any tires with significant wear or defects.

Parts Required

  • Replacement tires (if damaged)
  • Suspension components (if worn)

Additional Information

Repair Time

2-4 hours

Difficulty

medium

Severity

medium

Tools

1 items

Parts

2 items

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