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i have a 1999 bmw 323i and the transmission warning light is on even the car runs good.
i took it to one of the shop here in L.A. and they reset it but it still shows.

Submitted: 64 days and 13 hours ago.
Category: BMW
Value: $18
Status: AWAITING CUSTOMER ACTION
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Year: 1999
Make: BMW
Model: 323i

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I took it to a shop and they reset it but the gear icon still shows.The engine and transmission runs good and doing it's job but I'm scared to drive far.The transmission warning light comes on when I place it to Drive

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Hi, the trans computer has detected an issue with the transmission control solenoids, or one of the sensor inputs. Did the shop give you a list of fault codes? These codes are needed to pinpoint the source of the trouble.
Can i have the last 7 of your vin, for vehicle info purposes?

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Expert: bimmaster
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Answered: 9/19/2009

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3 years dealer experience, master bmw tech

64 days and 12 hours ago.

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No,but they'll check it again on Monday with their diagnostic computer...My VIN # is
WMBAAM331XFP63066

Posted by bimmaster 64 days and 12 hours ago.

Info Request

Ok, update this when you get the fault codes, and I will try to assist you further.
Thanks

64 days and 12 hours ago.

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Okay then,I'll get back to you on Monday to give you more details...thanks

Posted by bimmaster 64 days and 12 hours ago.

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Thankyou

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