podrae

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Ok so it is possible to get around it, I would be coming to see you but unfortunately im at the other end of the country

Hi Guys I have been having an issue with my 2003 318i for a year now where it makes this horrible rattling sound when cold, It sounds exhaust related but with the help of some mechanic friends we have failed to pin point it. recently the engine light came on and the code came back as a catalytst efficiency threshold issue p0420. It occurred to me that my issue is almost certainly a busted Cat causing the noise. I have been looking around on Google and have found that its possible to remove this entirely which as I understand wont fail a wof in NZ. From what I can find this was straight forward on older models but is hard if not impossible to do on newer models with front and rear 02 sensors. What I am wanting to clarify is if doing this will create any ill effects including triggering error lights / codes.... Thanks

Hi Guys So ive recently purchased a pristine 2003 318i with 130k for a price i couldn't refuse. Its my first beemer and Im really happy with the amazing comfort when driving. I have to admit i was worried about the huge amount of electrics it seems to contain and what things may go wrong with the abundance of sensors. Well Ive owned it a week and "wadda ya know".....engine check light is on. Everything appears fine and this came on after the first decent run id given it (about 30k) Im reluctant to take it into a shop for a check straight away seeing this costs and I have a feeling it may be a semi regular occurrence. I would like to buy a obd2 reader with the "extra" BMW codes so I can get an idea on what may be the issue. Can anyone recommend one that has worked for them that I could obtain from somewhere local? Im not sure if I should be getting a standalone reader or just a cable with some special bmw software on a laptop or what at the moment...