Radiator failed without warning. Steam obscurred vision. Dt
1998 BMW 540I engine complaints
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Technicians told me this was a common problem since manufacturer switch to plastic radiators. The upper hose fitting broke off the radiator. *ph *jb **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut over to artemis**762585
Engine entermittently stalled when the clutch is depressed while driving and is related to an intermittent low rmp engine malfunction. Yh
Drastic engine power loss 4-5000rpm. This problem is well documented on http://www.bimmer.org/5series/messages/. Dealer has no knowledge.
Catalytic converter system failed.
Consumer may be drving at any given speed. When he begins to slow down or if he downshifts and turns, engine will shut down, causing loss of steering and braking control. Bmw dealerships cannot find a cause.
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