Is this normal? (loose bumper around xenon light)

Maaij · 05-23-2010, 07:21 AM

Hi,

Today I discovered my bumper is a bit loose around the Xenon lights.

The driver side is more loose compared to the passenger side. Is this normal? My dealer replaced the Xenon a few weeks ago. Can this be the cause of the problem? I think the bumper needs to be removed to replace the Xenons?

Passenger side:

Driver side:

Can you guys please check if this is the same on your car?

Thanks

Maaij

ChuckB · 05-23-2010, 08:26 AM

Maaij:
I have no play on either side, couldn't watch your video as it is a private video

Maaij · 05-23-2010, 08:34 AM

Thanks for the info. I change the video to public video

jparnes1 · 05-23-2010, 09:04 AM

Are you saying that prior to replacing the bulbs there was no movement in the panels?

Maaij · 05-23-2010, 09:13 AM

I don't know, that's why I am asking if anyone has the same "problem"?

My dealer changed the whole unit, not only the bulbs.

Geodoc · 05-23-2010, 09:31 AM

Yep - it's the same on mine - probably not as much as in the second video though but it's there all the same. Hope this helps!

E89Tardis · 05-23-2010, 09:34 AM

Mine has exactly the same flexibility but your right side (second video) seems to be misaligned at the bumper/hood seam.

ChuckB · 05-23-2010, 02:04 PM

Maaij:
Now that I have seen your video I can report that there is a bit of play in mine, but seem insignificant, not sure how hard you are pushing but it appears normal in your video. Take into account that this part is designed to flex or separate at the front of the wheel opening in case you hit, or get hit by something in the front and limit the amount of damage transferred from the bumper. I would not worry about this much flexing in that area

Memphis1 · 05-23-2010, 06:03 PM

i have a bit of play too, not as bad as driver's side

zEdP · 05-24-2010, 01:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by E89Tardis

your right side (second video) seems to be misaligned at the bumper/hood seam.

My first thought also cause by careless re-assembly!

EdP

tiborakos · 05-27-2010, 08:28 AM

Same misalignment and some flex here, noticed that when bot the car, sent it to the service to fix. Checked other cars in the dealership, and they looked properly aligned though...bit frustrating for a BMW...

MDLFCS · 05-27-2010, 11:24 AM

Yes, I have reservations with BMW now that my rear view mirror was malfunctioning (did not even have the compass indicator on) and loose passenger handle fresh out from the factory. There are still bits and pieces that I need to have work done such as the driver's armrest and the steering wheel because of finish issues. I have to wait for a few months for the dealer to start ordering the parts as they are not available now.

05-23-2010, 07:21 AM	#1
Maaij Private 13 Rep 82 Posts Drives: Z4 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: The Netherlands iTrader: (0)	Is this normal? (loose bumper around xenon light) Hi, Today I discovered my bumper is a bit loose around the Xenon lights. The driver side is more loose compared to the passenger side. Is this normal? My dealer replaced the Xenon a few weeks ago. Can this be the cause of the problem? I think the bumper needs to be removed to replace the Xenons? Passenger side: Driver side: Can you guys please check if this is the same on your car? Thanks Maaij
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05-23-2010, 08:26 AM	#2
ChuckB Lieutenant 17 Rep 448 Posts Drives: 2020 X2 2.0i Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Hockenheim, Germany (APO) iTrader: (0)	Maaij: I have no play on either side, couldn't watch your video as it is a private video
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Maaij Private 13 Rep 82 Posts Drives: Z4 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: The Netherlands iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the info. I change the video to public video
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05-23-2010, 09:04 AM	#4
jparnes1 Colonel 241 Rep 2,387 Posts Drives: 2016 340i, 2012 Z4 35i Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NY iTrader: (1)	Are you saying that prior to replacing the bulbs there was no movement in the panels? __________________ 2016 340i XDrive, EBII/black, 6 MT, M Sport, Track Handling, Cold Weather, Tech, Lighting, Driver Assistance Plus. 2012 Z4 35i, ED 2/24/2012, Melbourne Red Metallic, Black Leather, Carbon Trim, 6MT, M Sport, CW, PP, PS, NAV, CA.
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05-23-2010, 09:13 AM	#5
Maaij Private 13 Rep 82 Posts Drives: Z4 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: The Netherlands iTrader: (0)	I don't know, that's why I am asking if anyone has the same "problem"? My dealer changed the whole unit, not only the bulbs.
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05-23-2010, 09:31 AM	#6
Geodoc New Member 3 Rep 13 Posts Drives: Z4 SDrive35i Join Date: May 2010 Location: Ireland iTrader: (0)	Yep - it's the same on mine - probably not as much as in the second video though but it's there all the same. Hope this helps!
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05-23-2010, 09:34 AM	#7
E89Tardis Private First Class 6 Rep 117 Posts Drives: 2009 Z4 35i Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: New England iTrader: (0)	Mine has exactly the same flexibility but your right side (second video) seems to be misaligned at the bumper/hood seam.
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05-23-2010, 02:04 PM	#8
ChuckB Lieutenant 17 Rep 448 Posts Drives: 2020 X2 2.0i Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Hockenheim, Germany (APO) iTrader: (0)	Maaij: Now that I have seen your video I can report that there is a bit of play in mine, but seem insignificant, not sure how hard you are pushing but it appears normal in your video. Take into account that this part is designed to flex or separate at the front of the wheel opening in case you hit, or get hit by something in the front and limit the amount of damage transferred from the bumper. I would not worry about this much flexing in that area
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05-23-2010, 06:03 PM	#9
Memphis1 Lieutenant Colonel 89 Rep 1,838 Posts Drives: Z4 SDrive 35i Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: CT iTrader: (0)	i have a bit of play too, not as bad as driver's side __________________
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05-27-2010, 08:28 AM	#11
tiborakos Private First Class 13 Rep 135 Posts Drives: Z4 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: GR iTrader: (0)	Same misalignment and some flex here, noticed that when bot the car, sent it to the service to fix. Checked other cars in the dealership, and they looked properly aligned though...bit frustrating for a BMW...
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MDLFCS Private First Class 14 Rep 168 Posts Drives: 2009 Zee Four 35i Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Alaska iTrader: (0)	Yes, I have reservations with BMW now that my rear view mirror was malfunctioning (did not even have the compass indicator on) and loose passenger handle fresh out from the factory. There are still bits and pieces that I need to have work done such as the driver's armrest and the steering wheel because of finish issues. I have to wait for a few months for the dealer to start ordering the parts as they are not available now.
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