Forum: Electrical 11-05-2020, 02:46 PM |
Replies: 38 Views: 59,312 Airbag Light As a result of a recent experience with the Airbag light on my wifes Z3 I thought I would post this for my fellow Ti owners since they also suffer from the known issue with wiring on the seat belt... |
Forum: Electrical 06-26-2019, 12:17 PM |
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Forum: Engine 07-07-2018, 03:06 PM |
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Forum: Misc 03-13-2012, 02:26 PM |
Replies: 20 Views: 4,020 HELP!!! Ti wont start! not a fuel pump issue!! Camshaft position sensor. When mine went I got an error code a couple of days before it happened. Drove the car in to the shop to change the oil, after finishing the oil change the car would not... |
Forum: Induction 01-05-2012, 08:31 PM |
Replies: 23 Views: 11,224 Differences, intake differences The 96 318ti's had traction control which uses the ABS module and sensors to work. When one of the wheel speed sensors is going faster than the other (i.e when a wheel is spinning) the module applies... |
Forum: Induction 12-07-2011, 10:22 PM |
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Forum: Lounge 10-24-2011, 11:16 PM |
Replies: 24 Views: 5,290 Horrible news about my ti Before you write the motor off have the mechanic remove the A/C belt. When the clutch on my Compressor went it started as an intermitent high pitched noise that did noy vary with RPM. |
Forum: Misc 07-16-2010, 06:10 PM |
Replies: 3 Views: 1,173 help Cam Sensor Hom many miles on the car? I can think of several possible issues; 1. Bad connection, where the camshaft connects under the manifold. clean and check. 2. bad sensor = weak signal, would not rule it... |
Forum: Engine 05-13-2010, 11:15 PM |
Replies: 8 Views: 5,674 Bizarre ECU/engine problem As far as the camshaft sensor goes I would double check that the connector is on the right plug. On the M44 the connector under the intake manifold is for the camshaft and crankshaft sensors, the... |
Forum: US and North America 05-10-2010, 06:54 PM |
Replies: 28 Views: 6,166 Short Shifter Help The Z3 1.9 shifter shortens the throw by 30% and does not require any modifications to the shifter rod. To install you need the shifter lever, the plastic bushing and two clips (get an extra, they... |
Forum: Electrical 04-27-2010, 06:20 PM |
Replies: 6 Views: 3,845 Camshaft Position Sensor Yeah; I had a random CEL with the code for the camshaft sensor. I reset it and continued to drive then about a week later after changing the oil the car would not start, no code but I guessed it was... |
Forum: Suspension 02-25-2010, 02:51 PM |
Replies: 13 Views: 7,450 What OEM parts to get to install coilovers For the front at the minimum you should install new top mounts. For the rear new shock mounts, body gaskets, and you can buy reinforcing plates for the shock mounts (about $15.00 for a pair) from... |
Forum: Track, Auto-X & Drag Racing 02-12-2010, 07:57 PM |
Replies: 541 Views: 337,349 BMW Compact Rally Car Build REALOEM lists a roof covering without the lifting and sliding roof. The part # is 41318146222, it is the lowest priced roof covering. A bit pricy but if you want it right, the savings will show up in... |
Forum: Suspension 12-19-2009, 06:11 PM |
Replies: 9 Views: 3,315 Problem with H&R rear springs If you had the #3 bushings replaced, then it would not be the bushings. In my previous post I was refering to the #3 bushings. The wear mark on the spring indicates the the 2 top coils are hitting... |
Forum: Suspension 12-17-2009, 09:09 PM |
Replies: 9 Views: 3,315 Problem with H&R Springs Check the rear subframe mounts. Once the mounts go the rear sub frame will move up and down on the bushing, which could allow for excessive compression of the springs. The subframe should be centered... |
Forum: Lounge 10-18-2009, 01:02 PM |
Replies: 6 Views: 6,256 Check Engine Light If the code for the cam positon sensor comes back, replace it. The cam position sensor is $123 + o-ring at the dealer, BAV sells it for $96 + o-ring. I had to replace mine last week got the CEL for... |
Forum: Electrical 07-30-2009, 09:56 PM |
Replies: 47 Views: 15,293 Alternator Replacement I think the logical route to identifying the problem is to check the alternator output as indicated by measuring battery voltage as you turn on the electrical components, i.e. headlights, wipers, and... |
Forum: Transmission 07-05-2009, 02:51 PM |
Replies: 3 Views: 1,049 Shift Mechanism Options The simplest choice is to replace the shifter with a Z3 1.9 shift lever. It will reduce the throw by about 33%, which I found to be a nice choice. It requires the shift lever, bushing, a couple of... |
Forum: Interior and ICE 07-04-2009, 01:44 PM |
Replies: 24 Views: 19,070 Aftermarket Head Unit The only anti-theft feature of the stock radio is the code. You have three tries to enter the code or the head unit locks. The only item disabled will be the head unit not the car. The EWS key is... |
Forum: Lounge 03-21-2009, 12:49 PM |
Replies: 17 Views: 2,703 Picture Thief For the present, contacting EBay would force the issue. In the future if you do not want your pictures used with out permission, you have to put your name on them using Photoshop or some other... |
Forum: Electrical 01-31-2009, 03:30 PM |
Replies: 20 Views: 22,963 Electrical Problem Do you have a spare key? The problem you are having may be the computer chip (EWS) in the key. When I first got my car I had the dealer make up a spare key ($83), and it did not start the car. The... |
Forum: New England - US 11-26-2008, 02:28 PM |
Replies: 34 Views: 4,468 Rhode Island Laws You might want to check this out your mechanic is not 100% correct, like most laws it is a bit vague on cars. http://www.dmv.ri.gov/inspections/PROPOSED%20AMENDMENTS%20inspection.pdf The State... |
Forum: Electrical 10-07-2008, 05:22 PM |
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Forum: Suspension 08-05-2008, 03:56 PM |
Replies: 8 Views: 1,418 Bilstein B4 The Bilstein worldwide catalog does not list the B4 as a fit for cars with the M Tech suspension, the listed fit is the Sprint. I think looking at thier catalog the cross reference is: B2 = Touring... |
Forum: eBay and Craig's list listings 07-22-2008, 04:06 PM |
Replies: 2 Views: 1,002 M44 Intake Saw this on EBay, not mine just thought some of you might be interested. ... |