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2004 BMW 3-Series repairs by problem area
Engine (42%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)
Brakes and Traction Control (3%)
Suspension and Steering (16%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)
Other (5%)
Chart based on 751 repairs.
2004 BMW 3-Series other repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (3%)
$500 - $999 (10%)
$100 - $499 (38%)
< $100 (48%)
Chart based on 29 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2004 BMW 3-Series
Engine not specified
| 78000 mi US $30 |
Broken sunroof |
2004 BMW 3-Series 4dr Wagon
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 139500 mi C $125 |
Windshield washer fluid leaking |
2004 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan
235-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| 88000 mi US $150 |
Windshield washer pump leaking |
| 66960 mi C $250 |
Service Light ON. |
| 100000 mi | Sub-frame welds were failing on early issue 3 series (2001-2002). TSB was sent out for all e46 style BMWs. Mine was evaluated and given clean bill of health. |
2004 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| 101000 mi US $115 |
Auto-dimming rear view mirror repaired by independent party. Mirror lost auto-dimming function and fluid leaked completely out of the mirror. |
| 168300 mi US $300 |
Replaced low beam xenon headlight bowls. The reflective coating on the original plastic bowls were faded, burnt and cracked. This is a known issue on E46 models with ZKW xenon HID headlights. |
2004 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD
| 138000 mi US $15 |
Windshield washer pump |
| 100000 mi US $100 |
Washer fluid pump malfunction (leak) Covered under extended warranty |
2004 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 102600 mi US $100 |
Steering wheel/chassis vibration under acceleration; attempted to resolve with wheel balance but not resolved. |
2004 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 6-speed automated manual RWD
| 24120 mi | Self-Dimming Rear-View mirror replaced |
| 87000 mi | The rear view mirror's tint was coming off, and needed to be replaced. |
2004 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 120074 mi US $618 |
Replace Expansion Tank, Thermostat Assembly, Coolant |
| 167000 mi US $500 |
Rear passenger door trim fell apart after door was closed somewhat forcefully - not slammed, just harder than necessary. Door interior trim, locking mechanism, and window regulator detached. Nothing worked on door. |
2004 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 69233 mi C $299 |
Check coolant loss Pressure test cooling system Repl expansion tank hose |
2004 BMW 3-Series 4dr Sedan
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed manual RWD
| 32000 mi | Left exterior mirror would not return to memory position |
2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| 73000 mi US $13 |
The ratchet closure for the fuel filler door failed. I purchased a new part for $13 from a dealer and installed it myself. Took less than 5 minutes. |
2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed automated manual RWD
| 62000 mi US $50 |
Rear seat fold-down latch replaced. 60000 mile maintenance also done at this time. |
2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Coupe
225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 33000 mi US $125 |
Replaced rearview mirror, leaked auto-dimming material |
2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Convertible
333-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD
| Tire pressure monitor continually on. In addition, radio does not display all pixels. | |
| US $85 | Repair stone chip in windshield. |
| Trunk stopers replaced | |
| Convertible top not working - top drive unit repaired and replaced | |
| 55974 mi US $1514 |
Rear bumper reattached. |
| 60981 mi US $417 |
New battery |
| 53000 mi US $500 |
New bolt that attaches trunk to hinge. |
2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Convertible
235-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 25000 mi | Inside rear view mirror no longer dimmed at night. |
2004 BMW 3-Series 2dr Convertible
184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed manual RWD
| 102000 mi US $170 |
Headlight washer nozzle leaking |
2004 BMW 3-Series 2-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 35000 mi | Replaced wood gear shift knob and wood trim on passenger door panel. All of this was covered under the warranty. |
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