Forum: Maintenance  07-31-2008, 03:53 AM |
| Replies: 5 Views: 967  Do you know where I might look for the vacuum...
Do you know where I might look for the vacuum leak? I don't have a Bentley's manual or other diagrams, or would know where to look if I did. I do have a basic knowledge of the engine, though. Any... |
| Forum: Lounge 07-31-2008, 12:37 AM |
| Replies: 62 Views: 5,076 I have occasionally gotten a snide comment or...
I have occasionally gotten a snide comment or two. "Oooo. YOU drive a BMW! La-TEE-dah..."
My usual reply is, "Yes. A ten year old one with almost 150 thousand miles on it that is probably worth... |
| Forum: Maintenance 07-31-2008, 12:07 AM |
| Replies: 5 Views: 967 I COMPLETELY forgot that I noticed some other...
I COMPLETELY forgot that I noticed some other weird thing the other day, before the light came on. My cruise control was sticking and would not shut off when I hit the brakes. I have to use the lever... |
| Forum: Maintenance 07-31-2008, 12:05 AM |
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| Forum: Maintenance 07-30-2008, 11:37 PM |
| Replies: 5 Views: 967 CEL and a Code I can't understand...
My engine light came on and my mechanic pulled a code of P01174, "Fuel Trim Adaptation Malfunction Bank 1".
I just replaced both O2 sensors last summer, so I'm trying to avoid going down that... |
| Forum: Suspension 06-12-2008, 11:36 PM |
| Replies: 9 Views: 4,352 |
| Forum: Suspension 06-02-2008, 07:11 PM |
| Replies: 9 Views: 4,352 |
| Forum: Suspension 06-02-2008, 06:19 PM |
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| Forum: Suspension 06-01-2008, 08:53 PM |
| Replies: 9 Views: 4,352 Urgent Suspension Question - Control Arm
I had to get under my '98 318ti today to address the issue of a plastic skid plate that has become detached on the right side and is dragging on the ground when I noticed something more alarming...
... |
| Forum: Lounge 09-20-2007, 08:52 PM |
| Replies: 28 Views: 4,281 |
| Forum: Induction 08-30-2007, 04:21 PM |
| Replies: 9 Views: 2,319 I recently got my CAT replaced with a factory...
I recently got my CAT replaced with a factory warranty replacement at the dealership. My usual mechanic advised me that it might also be a good time to replace everything past the CAT, as well.... |
| Forum: Lounge 08-28-2007, 09:29 PM |
| Replies: 69 Views: 8,154 |
| Forum: Suspension 08-28-2007, 09:19 PM |
| Replies: 3 Views: 1,859 Need New Struts
I am at 130k miles on my 98ti and need new struts. I do not track the car and only use it to commute. Any suggestions for good prices and brands? Should I have to do the springs, as well?
Also,... |
| Forum: Exhausts 07-12-2007, 06:01 PM |
| Replies: 16 Views: 3,943 zboot actually posted the recall letter in an...
zboot actually posted the recall letter in an earlier thread...
http://www.318ti.org/forum/showthread.php?t=14162
It was originally 8/80k, but was extended to 10/Unlimited for those 98's that... |
| Forum: Exhausts 07-12-2007, 05:44 PM |
| Replies: 16 Views: 3,943 |
| Forum: Lounge 06-21-2007, 09:05 PM |
| Replies: 21 Views: 2,475 Gas Mileage Problem
I recently had a dip in my mileage and am struggling to understand why...
I was able to get extended warranty coverage for a bad catalytic converter ($0 at the DEALERSHIP...WOW... Thanks to... |
| Forum: Exhausts 06-18-2007, 10:06 PM |
| Replies: 3 Views: 1,222 Update to my earlier posting.... After mudding...
Update to my earlier posting....
After mudding through a tank of gas with the new muffler, I decided to go back to the original muffler. I may not have given the computer time to adjust with only... |
| Forum: Exhausts 06-11-2007, 06:02 AM |
| Replies: 3 Views: 1,222 Exhaust and Horsepower
I recently had my '98's cat replaced under an extended warranty and was advised by my mechanic to change the oxygen sensors and muffler at the same time. Being that the overpriced cat ended up... |
| Forum: Air Filters/Intakes 04-18-2007, 08:19 PM |
| Replies: 20 Views: 5,770 |
| Forum: Exterior 04-18-2007, 05:18 AM |
| Replies: 6 Views: 1,396 I had a similar accident a year and a half ago,...
I had a similar accident a year and a half ago, but on the other side of the car. The repair amout was enough that the insurance company wanted to total it. That was until they couldn't find one for... |
| Forum: Electrical 04-18-2007, 05:07 AM |
| Replies: 7 Views: 1,447 That or a voltage regulator... I agree, go get...
That or a voltage regulator... I agree, go get the alternator and battery test. I just had a batery crap out a full year before the warranty ran out and got a discounted replacement at Autozone. ... |
| Forum: Maintenance 04-18-2007, 04:59 AM |
| Replies: 6 Views: 1,372 Stereo
4. stereo doesn't work.
what should i do next?[/QUOTE]
Can you be more specific? The factory stereo has a security setting that requires a code be entered if the power is ever completely... |
| Forum: Misc 04-18-2007, 04:47 AM |
| Replies: 24 Views: 4,333 Speaking German
Your very simple statement is still above my head. I'm sorry, but I don't know what a 3/10 is. I also don't know a 5 6/10, as the other post references.
I don't mean to be a dimwit...
Do I have to... |
| Forum: Misc 04-17-2007, 09:29 PM |
| Replies: 24 Views: 4,333 Fog Lights
I'm thinking of adding fog lights to my '98. Anyone have any experience with this upgrade? Is it difficult?
Wiring just scares me... |
| Forum: General Chit Chat 04-17-2007, 04:39 AM |
| Replies: 1 Views: 1,569 A Video for My Friends
Well, this has nothing to do with my car, but I like everyone on this forum and would like to share my silly video with you all. I did it back in '99 and now do much more sophisticated stuff for my... |
