Catalytic Convertor Problems of BMW 540

BMW 540 owners have reported 3 problems related to catalytic convertor (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Catalytic Convertor problem of the 1998 BMW 540

Failure Date: 11/19/2002

Engine doesn't rev up above 4500 rpms and misfires. Engine check light on. Dealer replaced one of two catalytic converters under warranty. According to private clubs abd web sites of BMW owners, 540i cat converters last 50kmiles only.

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2 Catalytic Convertor problem of the 1998 BMW 540

Failure Date: 10/01/1998

Catalytic converter system failed.

3 Catalytic Convertor problem of the 1997 BMW 540

Failure Date: 11/01/1997

Catalytic converters failed. Mjs.

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Other Common Engine And Engine Cooling related problems of BMW 540

Problem Category	Number of Problems
Radiator problems	47
Engine Cooling System problems	12
Engine And Engine Cooling problems	6
Catalytic Convertor problems	3
Cooling Fan problems	3
Gasoline Engine problems	2
Engine Stall problems	2
Radiator Hose problems	1
Coolant Leaking problems	1
Engine Belts And Pulleys problems	1

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