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jonathan
I have problem with my Diamante 93 Sedan. My car security anti-theft system was on when my car battery died. I opened car with the key and change the battery. After that i could not arm my car security again and also my car door automatic locks behaves in a strange way. When I reach a certain speed, door is locked automatically. This is okey but when I stopped in the traffic lights or somewhere without opening the door and drive and reach the same certain speed again, it locks the doors again although it is locked in the begining.. So, Does anybody know how to solve these problem ?
Mr. Vivona
The car not wanting to keep running at idle is most likely related to a the Throttle Position Sensor, the engine computer, or possibly a very dirty throttle body.
The TPS can be bought at wholesale through http://www.trademotion.com/partlocator/index.cfm?siteid=213934
If it is the computer, you can have it repaired at http://www.ecmtogo.com/ for far less than the cost of of a new one.
If it is a dirty throttle body, follow these instructions: http://www.geocities.com/diamanteowner/article3.htm
Mr. Vivona
I have bought a 99 Diamante and the Radio doesnt work for that. It asks me for a security code. I called up the dealer and tried to find out if they will help me by providing the code. They all are charging around $50 - $75 for that. Is there any other way I can get the code. I dont know how to remove the Radio out to find the serial number etc. If there is some master code or some other way I would be really thankful. Any help is appreicated.
Thanks,
Chsriman.
The guy replaced the battery and the sound system continued to work. How about the code that one has to enter after the the battery is disconnected in order to make radio work? The guy did not know the code, he does not work for dealership, and the code numbers I keep separately from the car... Isn't it odd? . Maybe, it is normal occurence for the older cars( mine is 97)? I'd appreciate any input. The thing is that I cannot get in touch with the guy to ask him directly. The battery is obviously different from my old one, so I cannot doubt that the replacerment was done.
Thanks
About rpm, you can increase its rpm.. Follow the Gas pedal wire, there are some bolts you can play.. Also, there is screw on trottle body, you can increase the oxygen level by playing with it..
I hope they solve your problems..
Also check radiator cap, it must have all rubbers for insulation on it and also have small moving stuff below. If is is not working properly, the pressure will be low in water circulation in engine. This causes overheat and smoke....
By the way, to keep from having to reenter codes, try rigging up a temporary 12v bypass around the battery when you are ready to remove it. Keeps the trickle of power to the radio so it won't forget its code.
and read the code yourself.
If you want to try something before you spend a lot on reading the code, the most common cause of an intermittent service engine light is a gas cap that is not sealing fully because the rubber has hardened. Try replacing the gas cap with a new one from your dealer's parts department.
Mr. Vivona
Thanks in advance for any help.
EK
Thanks for your suggestion. I'd give that a try. hope the gas cap isn't expensive!
Masood
Masood
Thanks for the response. I bought the car used and it unfortunately did not come with a owners manual and I don't know what the "red card" is. Please advise or provide me with the codes that are listed on the card.
Best -- EK
New gas cap didn't fix the problem. stopped at the auto part shop and read the code. the code is po155, which is oxyger sensor, bank 2, sensor 1.
my car, D 1999 has 75k miles on it. I read in the warranty manual that it's covered (i.e. less than 80k miles/8 years). Is this true? If not how much is the part and labor for changing the oxygen sensor?
You will have to remove the radio to get its serial number. The website will provide you with instructions on radio removal, or you can use my instructions at http://www.geocities.com/diamanteowner/article1.htm
Mr. Vivona
how accurate are these code readers? I did it at the advanced auto parts. my plan is to have it replaced at a mechanics shop other than the dealer since they want to charge me for the diagnostics in addition to the labor and parts! However, the mechanic doesn't warranty the work.
Well, I noticed that the TCL light came on once in a while, and checked out some of the posting specific to that. This must be a pretty widespread problem as the dealer is going to change the transmission computer. The part alone is $1,400. I originally was only asking about the power steering unit, which comes and goes. That will be replaced as well. The steering on the vehicle did shimmy at highway speed, and sure enough it's the rotors, but they're out of warranty and there was no flexibility from the dealer on that. He wanted +$400 for the brake job. Needless to say, he didn't get it. I've had the brakes done by an independent mechanic, and will have the rest of the warranty work done next week. Many thanks for all the advice I've received. And by the way, I do love the car. It always gets curious looks from people who want to know what kind of BMW it is.
Just picked it up yesterday and it is a tighter car than the LS and quite a looker. I had practically no problems with my 2001 but only had 34k on it. I feel the integrity of the frame saved me from very serious injury.
All mechanics i talk to say that the Diamante is a great value, very reliable and safe.
I am thinking of adding an after market sunroof to my VrX-anyone have nay experience or suggestions with that?
My Dia is blowing cold air with the heater turned up to highest setting. I replaced the thermostat and problem continues. After running the car for an hour and checking hoses i find that the upper radiator hose is hot, the lower hose is cold (goes to thermostat) and both hoses that go through the firewall to the heater core are hot.
Blower is working and A/C is working but heater only blows cool air.
You seem to know most things about the Dia and thought you could lend a hand.
Thanks.
I too have a 99 Diamante and appear to have the same heater problem you are having. I look forward finding a solution here. I was wondering if it might be a fuse??
My wife and I own a 2001 and a 2004 Diamante and we want to re program the remote controls for the doors. Could you please advise us as to the procedure to follow.
Thank You
DG
Battery died - had to jump. Lost radio card numbers. Took to dealer. Fixed radio - but 6 disk cd player won't work. Insert, Eject, lights all work - but it will not play.
Any Advice?
Going through this brutal winter in the upper midwest is painful enough, but I'm having to go through it without a working HEATER in the Diamante. I set my climate control to 90 degrees (making sure the A/C is not on) and I cannot get any warm air inside the cabin. At times it feels warmer outside the car.
Anyone have an idea what the problem might be? Thanks.
Any suggestions? I'll take it to the dealear only when the car fails to start ahgain.
Thanks.
I just got my '99 Diamante ES back from the dealer and they repaired the same problem you're having with a hot/cold selector switch that is mounted in the evaporator (passenger side i/s the passenger compartment). The part # on my bill was AW342508 and lists as a Motor,Auto Heater. Price was$185 plus $200 for installation.
Hope this helps.
Hope this helps.
KNIN
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I HAVE A PROBLEM WITH MY NEW D AND I WAS WONDERING IF YOU COULD HELP ME SOLVE THE PROBLEM. I'M HAVING TROUBLE ADJUSTING THE SEAT BACK BUT THE ELECTRIC BUTTON WONT LET ME MOVE IT BACK BUT IT WILL MOVE FORWARD.YOU THINK YOU CAN HELP ME WITH THIS PROBLEM...THANK YOU IN ADVANCE
BLANCA
As KarenS noted following your first post, you need to unlock your caps key when posting. A message in all caps is very difficult to read - which means that people who might be able to help may just skip by it - and, well, it is perceived as rude. It looks like you are yelling at us.
I hope someone here can help you - again, welcome.
blanca
blanca