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118th Congress - H.R. 906 - Motor Vehicle - Right to Repair!
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Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act should take care of any Warranty Cancellations-
Magnuson–Moss Warranty Act - Wikipedia
It will hopefully help with something that I was recently informed about from a friend of mine who has a number of high-end BMW’s-
“Any BMW newer than 2005 needs to have the new battery registered with the onboard computer. This is not something that a backyard mechanic can do. Your BMW Dealer is well equipped to do this at a high price. If you have an independent shop that specializes in BMWs, they can do it for about half of the Dealer price.Sep 5, 2021“
Not being able to change a starting battery myself and be on my way is something I don’t understand.
OM
kbasa
Well-known member
My Boxster isn't much different, but it only cost me $175 to buy a Foxwell tool to do all the factory stuff, including running the brake bleed routine, etc.Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act should take care of any Warranty Cancellations-
Magnuson–Moss Warranty Act - Wikipedia
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It will hopefully help with something that I was recently informed about from a friend of mine who has a number of high-end BMW’s-
“Any BMW newer than 2005 needs to have the new battery registered with the onboard computer. This is not something that a backyard mechanic can do. Your BMW Dealer is well equipped to do this at a high price. If you have an independent shop that specializes in BMWs, they can do it for about half of the Dealer price.Sep 5, 2021“
Not being able to change a starting battery myself and be on my way is something I don’t understand.
OM
I'm going to add functionality for our Audi for all of $75 or something and then I can do all the things to the Audi, too.
Getting the tools is one thing; it's not hard. But finding the information to properly apply the tools is what I need. I have no problem with automated maintenance processes or computer systems. Nor do I have any issue with having the computer track them.
fbt80
Active member
That is despicable, I had no idea they had done that.Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act should take care of any Warranty Cancellations-
Magnuson–Moss Warranty Act - Wikipedia
It will hopefully help with something that I was recently informed about from a friend of mine who has a number of high-end BMW’s-
“Any BMW newer than 2005 needs to have the new battery registered with the onboard computer. This is not something that a backyard mechanic can do. Your BMW Dealer is well equipped to do this at a high price. If you have an independent shop that specializes in BMWs, they can do it for about half of the Dealer price.Sep 5, 2021“
Not being able to change a starting battery myself and be on my way is something I don’t understand.
OM
Not sure why you think that?
One of the common comparisons that comes up on the forum is wondering if using a non-BMW oil filter voiding a bikes warranty.
A perhaps more clear explanation-
What is the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act for Cars? | Capital One Auto Navigator
The Magnuson-Moss Act for cars places the burden on car dealers when warranty coverage claims are in question.
www.capitalone.com
OM
If you do business in USA you need to comply with the rules of the land (I think!?)
Besides, allowing consumer more choices would not necessarily mean the end of a dealer shop but rather, competition; is what makes repairs affordable for all. IMHO. I know of a shop whose hourly rate has gone 55% higher in one year. Without a right to choose, we are forced to decide if all of this makes sense anymore.
motorhead1977
Active member
Note that the proposed law only covers on road vehicles. 49 USC 30102 a 7 defines a "Motor Vehicle" as :
(7)
“motor vehicle” means a vehicle driven or drawn by mechanical power and manufactured primarily for use on public streets, roads, and highways, but does not include a vehicle operated only on a rail line.
(7)
“motor vehicle” means a vehicle driven or drawn by mechanical power and manufactured primarily for use on public streets, roads, and highways, but does not include a vehicle operated only on a rail line.
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