2001 BMW 740 BMW Repair

2001 BMW 740
128,000 MILES • 6 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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IRENE YOUNG
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I'm having a problem wkith my steering wheel not turning. The car will turn on ok but no steering, it moves but no steering. I have no warning light indicator therefore I'm totally clueless. I checked under the hood and found that a belt around the fan/alternator (?) was stripping and the fan/radiator was very, very loose. What would cause this type of problem and what do you think the problem is?
Jun 29, 2008 at 6:02 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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Your description sounds like the multi groove belt has worn out and will require replacement. As to the loose radiator, I am unsure of the reason but you might need to seek out local professional assisstance to remedy the problem.
Jun 29, 2008 at 6:54 PM
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