Table 1 shows seven common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2001 BMW 740. The number one most common problem is related to the engine rattling and whining sounds (one problem). The second most common problem is related to the engine cooling system (one problem).
The contact owns a 2001 BMW 740il. While stopped at a traffic stop, the contact heard a rattling noise coming from the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostics where the mechanic advised that the fan clutch was causing the coolant fan to shake. Read details...
In April 2008 low coolant warning caused me open hood and add coolant. The coolant level was perfect but I still added more. The light for low coolant was still appearing every time I drove the car. Every preventive maintenance has been done by book on this BMW. Read details...
The contact owns a 2001 BMW 740i. The contact stated that while driving 5 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the engine thermostat wires were faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Read details...