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The BMW 7 Series checks all of our boxes for a powerful yet comfortable cruiser. The roomy and luxurious cabin will have your passengers drooling with envy as you take them around town, and the handling of this sedan is superb. Read on to discover more of the amazing features of the 7 Series. Your Guide to the 2022 BMW 7 Series Engine and Efficiency The 2022 7 Series offers multiple powerful engines, including a plug-in-hybrid powertrain. Let's take a look: 740i- Turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six (335 horsepower and 331 pound-feet of torque) 745e- Turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six engine and an electric motor (389 horsepower and 443 pound-feet of torque) 750i- Twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 engine (523 horsepower and 590 pound-feet of torque) Alpina B7- Twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 engine (600 horsepower and 627 pound-feet of torque) M760i- Twin-turbo 6.6-liter V12 engine (600 horsepower and 627 pound-feet of torque) The six-cylinder 740i and the 750i have the best fuel economy, managing 30 mpg. The 745e plug-in hybrid model provides up to 17 miles of electric-only driving and can be recharged in the trunk within ten hours. The thirsty M760i gets 20 mpg in the city and 13 mpg on the highway. All 7 Series models feature a smooth eight-speed automatic transmission. Infotainment and Connectivity BMW's 7th series is fitted with iDrive 7.0, which can be accessed on a touchscreen or via the controls on the center console. BMW has also added a fun gimmick that allows you to input certain commands with hand gestures. Every model is Bluetooth-capable, and you can give your back seat passengers more control with the available Samsung tablet in the rear. Each car is compatible with Apple CarPlay, but not Android Auto. more Driver Assistance In order to ensure that you are comfortable and confident on the roads, BMW has fitted their 7 Series with several assists that will make life much easier. These include blind-spot monitoring and semi-autonomous self-steering highway cruise control. Other key safety features in 2022 are: Standard low-speed automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection Available lane-departure warning Lane-keeping assist Available adaptive cruise control Interior The interiors of the 7 Series are seriously lush, and you will feel like royalty as you cruise around the city. If you live somewhere cold, you'll especially love the heated armrests and steering wheel. Some of the other features that we love include: Surround View Cameras with 3D View Available Rear-Seat Entertainment system Active Park Distance Control 20-way power Multi-contour front seats Pay us a visit at Tom Bush BMW Orange Park, where you will find yourself in good hands with our customer service agents. We will gladly talk you through the options available to you and can organize a test drive if you'd like to try before you buy.

Luxury vehicle enthusiasts face an uphill battle when it comes to finding a vehicle that encompasses performance, appeal, and comfort. Fortunately, Tom Bush BMW Orange Park is no stranger to the luxury vehicle market. For that reason, we're proud to introduce our customers to the new 2022 BMW X6. Get to know the basics about the vehicle so that you can make an informed decision as to whether or not this exciting vehicle is the right choice for your needs. Basics About the 2022 BMW X6 BMW is known throughout the luxury vehicle market for the luxurious qualities embodied by its vehicles and the new BMW X6 is no exception to that high level of quality. The luxury mid-size fastback SUV seats up to 5 occupants and boasts both some impressive performance specs and an array of luxurious features that would make any BMW enthusiast feel right at home. more New/Unique Features for 2022 Keeping with BMW tradition, the new X6 boasts an array of enhanced baseline features and new optional packages, ensuring that the vehicle can be tailored to each motorist's needs. New Standard All-Wheel-Drive System To start things off on the list of this year's changes, the brand's famous xDrive all-wheel-drive is now standard in all trims after being sold as an optional upgrade in the previous year's model. Making this feature standard ensures that every X6 owner has access to a consistently smooth driving experience. New Upgrade Packages A common hallmark of luxury vehicles is the presence of an array of design and feature packages than enable each vehicle's owner to tailor the vehicle to their exact needs. Fortunately, the new BMW X6 doesn't disappoint. The 2022 model features an array of new and returning packages that enhance the vehicle's appearance as well as the comfort of the vehicle's occupants. One such returning package is the M Sport package, which adds an enhanced body kit and exterior trim, upgraded exhaust system, retuned suspension, and a unique steering wheel. Another returning package is the Luxury package, which adds ventilated front seats with massage capabilities and extra power adjustments. Drivers in cold climates will appreciate the new Climate Comfort package, which includes 4-zone climate control, heated seats in both rows, a heated steering wheel, and heated armrests. There is no doubt that BMW has taken significant steps forward when it comes to appealing to their customer's unique needs and desires with the new options that they've added to the X6's latest iteration. With such an array of compelling features on offer, the X6 makes a welcome addition to the BMW family. Get the X6 at the best price for calling or visiting us today at Tom Bush BMW Orange Park.

For those looking for the best in personal vehicle and performance, there is really only one legitimate choice: BMW. BMW is a brand known and loved worldwide for its high-class cars and luxury amenities, and they maintain this well-earned legacy with the 2022 BMW 4 Series. The 4 Series features industry-leading power and reliability, and there is hardly a more comfortable vehicle on the market. Take a look at why we think it's one of the best cars this year. 3 Things to Love About the 2022 BMW 4 Series 1. A Supreme Exterior Design The 2022 4 Series was made to perfectly represent the BMW brand, and in the process it also turns heads wherever it goes. It is made with perfect proportions that give off a sense of elegance on the road, while its accentuating features announce its presence with authority. And these features begin with the kidney grille that was featured on the BMW 328, a legend in automobile innovation. Above the grille, the BMW laser lights, which are available with the visibility pack, are some of the furthest-reaching and most advanced headlamps ever included on a BMW vehicle. The lights illuminate 500 meters of road, ensuring that you can see and be seen in all driving conditions. Available blue accents further make you stand out from the crowd in the 4 Series. more A Modern Driving Experience For today's drivers, it is important to be able to use the latest in modern technology in their drive. Our lives are intertwined with our technology, so it only makes sense that our car will be as well. The 4 Series is equipped with BMW ConnectedDrive, which allows you to seamlessly connect your mobile device to the car. Through this, you have access to the BMW intelligent personal assistant, BMW TeleServices, and many other amenities. If you opt for the BMW ConnectedPackage Pro, you'll have access to Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. These let you control your favorite apps right on the center touchscreen display, which helps you to keep your eyes on the road at all times. Additionally, you'll have concierge services, connected parking, and real-time traffic information right at your fingertips! A Premium Interior The attention to detail used in the 2022 4 Series can be felt right when you first sit down in its supreme Vernasca leather, available in several color options. And with up to 886 millimeters of rear legroom and up to five seats, there is plenty of room in the 4 Series for all of your belongings and loved ones. Pair that with ambient lighting, and everyone will want to take a ride. To see all of the 2022 4 Series' amazing features first-hand, come visit Tom Bush BMW Orange Park today!

Make every drive you set out on legendary in a vehicle that combines refined luxury with a ready-for-anything adventurous spirit. The 2022 BMW X7 pushes the envelope on what you expect from a quality driving experience to set a new benchmark for excellence. Check out five of the X7's best features below to get to know this exciting member of the BMW lineup a bit better. 5 Impressive Features of the 2022 BMW X7 1. Welcoming, Spacious Accommodations Perhaps the thing that drivers love most about the X7 is the sense of pure luxury that you're surrounded with when you're riding in this vehicle. Whether you go for the standard bench seats with room up for seven or go for the optional six-seat layout with all-electric captain's chairs, you'll have a space that welcomes everyone aboard for the ride ahead. Heated front seats with ventilation and massage options help you achieve a sense of personalized comfort. more 2. All-Wheel Drive Capability Comes Standard When you need a little extra capability to help you through any difficult challenges you encounter on the road, the X7 is there for you. With xDrive, BMW's intelligent all-wheel drive system, this vehicle is equipped to tackle even the most rugged terrain or challenging conditions. This feature distributes power between the four wheels depending on current conditions, giving you optimal traction and control to overcome whatever lies in your path. 3. Powerful Engine Lineup You'll have some strong options available to you when deciding what engine to outfit your X7 with. The standard 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder BMW TwinPower turbo gasoline engine reaches new heights of efficiency for this class of vehicles, getting up to 27 miles per gallon during highway driving. Or you can go for the pure power captured in the 4.4-liter V8 BMW Alpina bi-turbo gasoline engine instead and treat yourself to unrivaled excitement in every drive. 4. Capable Towing Machine You'll have up to 612 horsepower at your command when you're driving the X7, and that power translates to some truly impressive towing capability. Add the available factory-installed trailer hitch to make connecting whatever you're hauling to your vehicle as simple as can be. With that feature installed, you'll have a towing capacity of up to 7,500 pounds, opening up all sorts of possibilities for what you can bring along with you to your next destination. 5. Forward-Thinking Protection To keep you one step ahead of the unexpected events that might threaten your safety on the road, the X7 comes equipped with a range of driver assistance features designed to help you keep yourself and your passengers out of harm's way. Active blind spot detection is one feature that works towards this goal of protecting you. When sensors detect drivers that are nearby but out of your line of sight, you'll get a warning to keep you fully aware. There are even more features waiting to be discovered in the X7. Come to Tom Bush BMW Orange Park to get the full picture of what this exciting vehicle can do!

In search of your next vehicle but not feeling inspired by the average options out there? Then take a look at a vehicle that leaves the ordinary in its dust to give you something truly exceptional in every drive you take: the 2022 BMW X5.  Get to know what this proud addition to the BMW family has to offer in our guide below before coming to check this vehicle out for yourself at our dealership. Your Guide to the 2022 BMW X5 Imagination-Inspiring Design Capture admiring gazes everywhere you go and set imaginations running wild with the eye-catching style that the X5 shows off. The bold and striking body shape puts you at the center of attention everywhere that you're driving, offering something distinctly different from other vehicles in its class. Bright red accents along the signature double kidney grille help to make this vehicle's personality truly unforgettable, leaving a lasting impression everywhere you go. more Opulent Interior Space Sink into pure luxury when you ride in the elegant and sophisticated cabin waiting for you inside the X5. Full Merino black leather trim for your seats creates a look and feel that captures the essence of luxury, letting you ride with an unmatched sense of comfort. Limited edition badging gives the cabin a unique look, while the crafted glass controls fine-tune the experience you get when you're behind the wheel to make driving feel completely natural. Leading the Way in Performance Of course, dramatic style and luxurious comfort aren't all that BMW has built its reputation for. The X5 also continues the track record this family of vehicles has for class-leading performance, giving you a driving experience that elevates ordinary travels into something unforgettable. The available high-performance V8 engine represents the pinnacle of modern engineering, letting you unleash a jaw-dropping 617 horsepower on every drive you take. Smarter Approach to Safety Intelligence and modern technology flow through everything that the X5 does, and that includes the safety features designed to protect you on all your travels. The active blind-spot detection system that comes standard with your vehicle exemplifies this proactive approach to safety. This feature helps to mitigate dangerous situations by alerting you to the presence of other drivers that you may not be able to see in the blind spots on either side of your vehicle. Keep Connected and Entertained Every aspect of your busy day is improved by the user-friendly driving technology that you'll have at your beck and call inside the X5. The central information display integrated into your cockpit gives you an intuitive interface to navigate the modern features you have at your command, making finding what you're looking for easy and intuitive. You'll also enjoy seamless mobile connectivity through the My BMW App, giving you a range of on-the-go features to use. Want to see more of what the X5 has to offer? You can get a full tour of every feature this vehicle brings to the table when you check it out at our dealership. Get a closer look at the X5 at Tom Bush BMW Orange Park!

The 2022 BMW M4 is available as a high-performance coupe or a convertible. All models are as stylish as they perform. Style and Speed: The 2022 BMW M4 New for 2022 The 2022 M4 brings the revival of a convertible model and the addition of an all-wheel drive for the M4 Competition model. An optional soft-top convertible has also been made available on the M4 Competition xDrive. Trim Options The 2022 M4 is available in four variations. The base model is the Coupe. The upper-tier trims are the Competition, the Competition xDrive Coupe, and the Competition xDrive Convertible. more Exterior Good Looks The 2022 M4 sports a massive twin grille for better and more aggressive sporty good looks. The exterior design is considered similar to a scaled-down X8, in a very good way. The 2022 M4 comes in a wide range of exterior and interior color combinations. Interior Style The 2022 M4 has upmarket build materials on the interior, standard. Buyers can upgrade the stylish interior to include an extensive amount of carbon-fiber trim, carbon-fiber front seats, and paddle shifters mounted on the steering column. The interior layout and interior space are the same as in the 4-series. Driving Experience The 2022 M4 packs one sensational engine that performs instantly from idle through every gear change. The transmission shifts quickly up and down gears during aggressive driving and also performs well when cruising around the city. The brakes are outstanding and free of any fade even under extreme pressure. The steering is direct and delivers the feedback you would expect from a high-performance vehicle. As for speed, the Competition models will get you from zero to 60 mph in just 3.7 seconds. Ride Comfort The 2022 M4 is a performance car with firm handling designed for a compliant ride. This means the M4 delivers the stiffness required during aggressive driving as well as maintaining passenger comfort. The advanced adaptive suspension delivers as required depending on the situation and can be adjusted by the driver on the go. The M4 seats four adult passengers comfortably, and the rear passengers enjoy ample leg and hip space. Powerful Engine and Transmissions All 2022 M4 models come with a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine. The engine is tuned to produce 473 horsepower and 406 pound-feet of torque in the base model Coupe. The engine has been dialed up to produce 503 horsepower and 479 pound-feet of torque in the Competition trims. A slick-shifting six-speed manual transmission comes standard on the Coupe, and an eight-speed automatic is optional. The same eight-speed auto with driver-selectable modes is standard on the Competition models. Driver Safety The 2022 M4 comes with a full suite of driver-assistance technologies as standard that can be enhanced with advanced optional extras. Key features include blind-spot monitoring with a rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist, and an advanced adaptive cruise control system. Fuel Economy Your 2022 M4 delivers outstanding fuel economy for a vehicle in the high-performance category. Drivers earn 16 mpg around the city and 23 mpg on the open roads. Infotainment and Entertainment Every 2022 M4 boasts a slick-looking infotainment system that comes with a 12.3-inch touchscreen as standard. The system can be controlled via the touchscreen, voice commands, buttons on the steering wheel, a rotary controller, and buttons on the center console. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity are standard, along with a powerful Harman/Kardon audio system. Optional extras include gesture controls, a wireless charging pad, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. The 2022 M4 comes with many more features and highlights for you to discover. You will love the fact that the 2022 M4 comes with three years or 36,000 miles of complimentary maintenance from your local BMW specialist. Get in touch with us at Tom Bush BMW Orange Park now to arrange your personal introduction to the 2022 M4.

Taking care of a vehicle is a lot of work these days if you want to maintain it in excellent condition. One of the many service items you may hear your maintenance tech talk about when dropping your car off at your BMW dealer for service is tire rotation. Have you ever wondered why this is important? Below we will discuss four reasons this service is so important and why you should never skip it when due. 4 Benefits of Getting a Tire Rotation at Your BMW Dealer 1. Improved Fuel Economy Tires that wear out unevenly create more resistance when rolling along the road. This resistance requires more energy from the engine of the vehicle to drive the vehicle forward, thus decreasing fuel economy. Tire design is constantly improving every year, producing tires that roll more easily to improve fuel economy. Rotating your tires regularly ensures the tread pattern of your tires is wearing out evenly, keeping the rolling resistance low, and improving fuel economy. more 2. Extends the Life of Your Tires Tires wear in different ways when used in different positions on your vehicle. Rotating your tires allows each tire to wear down evenly, prolonging the life of your tire. Front tires tend to wear faster on vehicles whether the vehicle is a front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, or all-wheel drive because the front tires take in all the forces of steering and braking. Not rotating your tires will lead to uneven wear and premature tire failure, forcing you to replace tires sooner. 3. Improved Vehicle Handling Uneven tire tread wear and tread depth can affect the handling of your vehicle, causing your vehicle to pull to one side or causing a vibration when driving. Tread depth makes your vehicle handle well in rain, snow, or any other adverse conditions. Once your tires lose their tread depth, your vehicle will start handling poorly. By rotating your tires regularly, you can prevent uneven tread wear and tread depth and keep your vehicle handling smoothly and safely. 4. Prevent Unexpected Tire Blowouts Blowout chances are increased when driving on tires with uneven tire wear. Chances are increased more driving at high speeds or driving a lot of miles on a long trip. If your tire wears unevenly, one side of the tire may have worn out tread, while the other side may look completely new. Wear occurring on the inside where you cannot see it becomes dangerous. Regular rotation of tires will help prevent tire blowouts from occurring by keeping tire treads even. So there you go! Four important reasons to rotate your vehicle's tires. It will improve the performance of your vehicle and keep you safe on the road. It's affordable and convenient and will save you money in the long run by extending the life of your tires. As a rule of thumb, rotation of tires is recommended every six months for most vehicles. Reach out to the staff at Tom Bush BMW Orange Park to schedule an appointment today!

One of the most popular vehicles in the BMW lineup is back and better than ever with the 2022 BMW X3. The luxury and excellence that you know BMW for is on full display inside and out of this vehicle, giving you an experience that is anything but ordinary. Take a look at some of the best of what the X3 has to offer below and see if this exceptional vehicle has what you're looking for. more Discover the Redesigned 2022 BMW X3 Fresh and Bold Appearance While older editions of the X3 were already captivating to look at, the new model might just be the most attractive yet. The newly-redesigned, larger kidney-shaped grille and angular, aerodynamic front bumper give you a front end that makes a memorable appearance no matter where you show up. A palette of beautiful new color options like Brooklyn Grey or Tanzanite Blue help to refresh the appearance of this beautiful vehicle. Luxurious, Driver-Oriented Interior Comfort and practicality come together in perfect harmony inside the X3, creating a space that you and your passengers will look forward to sitting in for every drive ahead. Standard sport seats and amenities like the three-zone climate control system help you achieve an exceptional level of comfort on all of your travels. SensaTec upholstery adds a further refined touch to the interior design, giving everything a stylish and classy appearance. Advanced Approach to Technology The redesigned interior of the X3 features an available 12.3-inch central information display to put everything you need within easy reach. You'll have even easier access to the features your vehicle offers with the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant system coming along for the ride with you. That includes all of the apps you enjoy on your smartphone through seamless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. Riveting Performance and Capability Superior handling and considerable power will be at your command when you're behind the wheel of the X3. The TwinPower Turbo engine lineup available for this vehicle each give you a feeling of excitement every time your foot touches the gas pedal, with the eight-speed sport automatic transmission harnessing that power to give you a perfectly smooth ride that responds to your every command. Safer Than Ever Before An array of advanced driver assistance features included in the X3 help make your travels more secure than ever before, allowing you to enjoy peace of mind every time you hit the road. Frontal collision warning with city collision mitigation uses alerts and automatic brakes to help keep you out of harm's way, while the lane departure warning system provides a similar alert if you begin to drift out of your lane in traffic. Ready to experience the quality that the X3 offers you on every drive? We can set you up with a test drive that will give you a better idea of everything that this exciting member of the BMW family can do so that you know exactly what you'll be getting. Take the X3 for a ride at Tom Bush BMW Orange Park today!

The car warranty that is offered by your BMW dealer can be one of the most attractive features of a new BMW. When shopping around, it's important to understand the finer details of the warranty coverage that comes standard as well as any optional coverage that may be available. In this article, we will take a look at the warranty that comes with a new BMW. more What's Included in the New Car Warranty at Your BMW Dealer? BMW, like most car manufacturers, offers a basic warranty with all new car purchases. This New BMW Warranty is similar to most manufacturer warranties but is not broken into a bumper-to-bumper warranty and a powertrain warranty. Along with this warranty, BMW offers an anti-corrosion warranty, a certified pre-owned warranty, and a no-cost scheduled maintenance plan. This warranty affords peace of mind that your new BMW will give you trouble-free performance for years to come. The New BMW Warranty The New BMW Warranty warranty is valid for 4 years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This warranty covers all costs of repairing or replacing components that have malfunctioned due to defective parts or faulty workmanship. This warranty covers most components of the car including electrical components, infotainment center, and all mechanical components. Keep in mind that the purpose of this warranty is to cover components that should not fail during the warranty period. The New BMW Warranty does not cover parts that wear out due to normal use. This includes parts like tires, spark plugs, oil filters, windshield wiper blades, light bulbs, and other components that need to be replaced from time to time due to normal usage. In addition, this warranty is transferable during the specified period. The Certified Pre-Owned Warranty All BMW vehicles that are classified as certified pre-owned come with an additional year of coverage no matter the mileage. Therefore, a certified pre-owned BMW will have 5 years of warranty coverage. This warranty is an extension of the warranty offered on new vehicles by BMW. Additional Coverage In addition to the standard manufacturer warranty, BMW offers some additional warranty coverage for new vehicles. The anti-corrosion warranty covers rust to the metal that occurs from the inside out. This warranty is valid for 12 years and has unlimited mileage. Corrosion that occurs due to improper maintenance or damage is excluded from coverage. BMW also offers an 8-year 80,000-mile warranty on high-voltage lithium batteries that electric vehicles are equipped with. Finally, BMW offers an innovative program called BMW Ultimate Care at no additional cost. This program provides cost-free maintenance on all BMW vehicles for the first 3 years or 36,000 miles. Roadside assistance comes standard for 4 years, and extended warranty coverage and maintenance plans are available. If you are in the market for a new luxury car, BMW has some of the most attractive warranty options in the industry. If you want to learn more about the warranty options, or if you are ready to find that perfect new BMW, come see us at Tom Bush BMW Orange Park.

Your BMW is a beautiful machine, but a dead battery will seriously cramp your enjoyment of this fine automobile. Your battery is essential for starting your engine and for keeping your alarm and other components working while your car is parked. The battery will wear out, and when it shows signs of aging, your BMW dealer can easily fit a new car battery for you. more Do You Need a New Car Battery From Your BMW Dealer? Swollen Battery Case The internal workings of your battery are safely concealed within a thick plastic case. The battery contents need to be protected from dirt, debris, and any other contaminants. Your engine also has to be protected against the sulfuric acid and other chemicals contained in your battery. Most car batteries are rectangular, although there are a few square batteries. If your battery looks different, it's likely been damaged already. Extreme hot and cold temperatures can cause your battery casing to expand and contact. The chemical reactions in an older battery can also take their toll on the casing. These interior and exterior pressures on the battery casing will twist and warp the casing. You can easily visually check your battery, and if it shows any signs of distortion, it will need to be replaced ASAP. Battery Warning Light Comes On The battery-shaped warning light on your dash doesn't just represent your battery: it represents your electrical charging system. This system is comprised of the alternator, the battery, and the voltage regulator, and it produces and supplies the electrical power for your car. All of these components have sensors attached to monitor them, and if a problem is detected, the warning light will come on automatically. Your battery doesn't produce electricity but it does store and supply it. As your battery gets older, it becomes less efficient at storing electricity and in being recharged. Either of these conditions will cause the battery light to come on. Your dash will also display an error code. Our technicians will use this code to trace and repair the cause of the problem. Damaged Alternator Your battery can only store a limited amount of electricity. It depends on the alternator to continually recharge it. As your car moves, the alternator recharges your battery. If your alternator starts to fail, it will produce less electricity. The limited amount of electricity available means that your battery won't be fully recharged. This problem is progressive, as the weaker your alternator becomes, the more drained your battery will be. The battery may be in very good condition, but a damaged alternator can very easily kill your battery, as the battery is simply not being recharged. Our technicians can test your alternator, and we will quickly replace it if it's causing a problem. A dead battery can very easily leave you stranded far from home. If your car shows any of the signs above, or if you're worried about the condition of your battery, call us right away at Tom Bush BMW Orange Park.

The alternator is a vital part of your BMW's charging system. The alternator is responsible for generating electricity while your car is moving. This electricity supplies all the power your car's systems require, and it also supplies the power to keep your battery fully charged. An alternator, unfortunately, can wear out and will need to be repaired or replaced. When you need an alternator repair, your BMW dealer will help you. more 3 Signs You Need an Alternator Repair at Your BMW Dealer Damaged Wiring The electricity produced by your alternator has to be transmitted to the devices and components that need it. A network of wires and cables links these devices to the alternator. The wires are protected by plastic coatings, but the coatings can wear, and wires can suffer damage. Damaged wiring is a poor conductor of electricity, and any device connected via a damaged wire will lose power. Your alternator will continue to try and supply power through the damaged cables, and this will cause the wiring to heat up. The smell of burning plastic is a sign that you need to bring your car into our service center ASAP. The plastic wire coatings contain numerous dangerous chemicals which are released when the plastic gets hot. Our technicians will trace the damaged wiring and replace it. Broken Diode The diode is a small yet important part of your alternator, as it's responsible for converting the current your alternator produces. The center of an alternator is an array of magnets wrapped in copper wiring called the stator. When your car moves, the crankshaft turns, and this causes the alternator belt to move very fast over a series of pulleys. The movement of the belt over the pulleys causes them to spin. Your alternator pulley spins, and this causes the stator to spin and generate electricity. The electricity it creates is AC, and your car's systems require DC to work. The diode converts the AC into DC to supply your car's electrical needs. The diode can fail and if it does the electricity produced by your alternator isn't usable. The lack of usable power will cause all your electrical components to fail. When we replace the diode, the electrical system will work correctly again. Battery Warning Light The battery-shaped warning light on your dash represents your car's electrical charging system. The three elements of this system are the alternator, the battery, and the voltage regulator. If this light comes on, it means that there's a problem with one of these components. Sensors are placed throughout your car, and they're connected to the most vital components. These sensors are programmed to identify any failure by their component, and if something goes wrong, your battery warning light will come on. Our technicians will test your electrical system, and we'll find the source of the problem. Luckily, a failing alternator always shows signs that something is wrong. Call us right away at Tom Bush BMW Orange Park. Our technicians will fix the problem for you.

Brakes are components that many drivers don't think about. They apply the brakes, the car slows down or stops as it always has. That's great, until one day the brakes make strange sounds or are slow to respond. Your brakes keep you and your car safe, but they require regular maintenance to keep them in perfect working order. These are some of the signs that you need to visit your BMW dealer for a brake repair. more Does Your BMW Need a Brake Repair? Visit Your BMW Dealer Today Screeching Sounds Your car has brake pads which are housed in calipers above each wheel rotor. When you apply the brakes, brake fluid is pumped into the brake hoses, and this produces hydraulic pressure. The pressure pushes the calipers against the wheel rotors, and this reduces your car's speed. The brake pads are covered with a friction material that provides extra friction against the rotors to stop them faster. The material on the pads wears out over time, and each time you apply the brakes some of the material wears off. When your pads have worn to the level that they need to be replaced, a piece of metal in the pads becomes visible. This metal piece is responsible for the screeching sound as the metal strikes against the metal of the rotors. When you hear this aural warning, it's time to see your dealer for replacement brake pads. Leaking Fluid Brake fluid creates the hydraulic pressure for the calipers to operate, and it's stored in the brake fluid reservoir on top of the master cylinder. When you brake, the signal is sent to the master cylinder which releases the brake fluid. Any damage to the system can cause a leak, and unlike other car fluids, a brake fluid leak isn't easy to spot. The fluid is colorless and looks similar to vegetable oil. Leaking brake fluid is dangerous, as it will reduce the pressure that the calipers need to work. A leak in the brake hose on one side of your car can easily stop the brakes on that side from working. If that happens, your car will automatically veer towards the opposite side when you brake. Any fluid leak should always be checked immediately. Burning Smell from the Brakes Burning smells always herald a problem. If you've been constantly applying your brakes, especially driving in hot conditions, your brake fluids temperature can rise. A nasty chemical-like smell when you brake means that your brake fluid has reached boiling point. When brake fluid gets too hot, its hydraulic power is lost, and your brakes will stop working. A brake problem can very quickly go from a minor annoyance to a serious disaster the issue isn't fixed. If you experience any problem with your brakes or need advice call our service department immediately at Tom Bush BMW Orange Park. Our highly trained technicians will thoroughly examine your brakes and braking system. You'll be back behind the wheel of your BMW in no time.