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Unusual suspension and door contact problems in a 2014 BMW 3 Series Diesel

Excessive Bouncing

Uneven Ride Height

Hey guys, I have a little problem with my 2014 BMW 3 series diesel, 66000 km run. The height of the car is uneven and it bounces more than usual. I had a bad experience at the last mechanic visit and now suspect a faulty signal from the door contact. Has anyone had a similar experience or can say something about it? What experiences have you had with your mechanic? Any tips are welcome. Thank you!

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RoSchm

Hey, I know the problem all too well with my 2011 BMW 5 Series. I had a pretty similar situation, my car was also bouncing and uneven. At the time, my mechanic had to replace a shock absorber because it was simply broken. After the replacement, everything was fine again. It was a serious problem and could have led to considerable damage if it hadn't been fixed. In my case, the door contact had nothing to do with it. I would advise you to have the shock absorbers checked. Hope that helps you!

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PilotPhilipp (Author)

Hey, thanks for the great advice! I didn't realize it could be that serious... Do you remember what you spent on the repair back then? And have there been any other problems with the shocks or anything else since then? Thanks again for your help!

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RoSchm

Sure, I still remember it well. I had to pay €1000 for the defective control unit. That was quite a lot of money, but afterwards everything ran like clockwork again. And the faulty door contact signal that you mentioned was also rectified during the last visit to the mechanic. Everything has been fine since then. So don't worry, once the mechanic has had a look over it, your BMW should run smoothly again.

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PilotPhilipp (Author)

That sounds expensive, but of course you shouldn't compromise on safety. I'm reassured to hear that your car didn't have any further problems afterwards. I'll take your advice and have the shock absorber checked by a master mechanic. And let's see what the door contact is all about ... Good luck, good luck, good luck. I really appreciate your help and experience. Thanks again!

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CarFreak

Good day! I'm experiencing unusual suspension issues and door contact problems with my 2013 petrol BMW 1 Series, which has 87,950 km. The ride feels off, and the door isn't closing properly. Any advice on diagnosing and fixing these problems would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

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@CarFreak

Good day! I'm experiencing unusual suspension issues and door contact problems with my 2013 petrol BMW 1 Series, which has 87,950 km. The ride feels off, and the door isn't closing properly. Any advice on diagnosing and fixing these problems would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

For the suspension issue, start by checking the tire pressure as uneven tire pressure can cause an uneven ride. If that's not the issue, it could be a problem with the shock absorbers or struts. As for the door, it could be a misaligned door latch or a worn-out door hinge. Both issues should be checked by a professional mechanic to ensure safety and proper repair.

Jschroeder66

2006 BMW 650i - Adaptive headlights stopped functioning. Getting errors for both left and right side communication errors. 9CBD AND 9CBC. This car does not have a separate AHM Uber the glovebox. Replaced LCM but still getting the same errors.

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@Jschroeder66

2006 BMW 650i - Adaptive headlights stopped functioning. Getting errors for both left and right side communication errors. 9CBD AND 9CBC. This car does not have a separate AHM Uber the glovebox. Replaced LCM but still getting the same errors.

Hello, Have you ever checked the wiring harnesses on the headlights themselves? Check whether moisture has collected in the headlight plug and check the wiring harness for damage. Kind regards

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HaroldV

I have short circuit error and apparently is the front door, I have a 335i e90 2007, which component gives the door closed signal? The contact plate? It is damaged, because the door lock works normally. Thanks for your support

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@HaroldV

I have short circuit error and apparently is the front door, I have a 335i e90 2007, which component gives the door closed signal? The contact plate? It is damaged, because the door lock works normally. Thanks for your support

Hi HaroldV, The door closed signal is usually given by the door latch assembly, which includes the door lock mechanism. If the contact plate is damaged, it could be causing the short circuit error. I recommend having it inspected and replaced if necessary by a professional mechanic to ensure the issue is properly resolved. Please keep us updated on your progress.

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