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Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 04-08-2013, 04:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 120
Posted By hemi_fan
wiper armatures

how do you remove wiper armatures. What tools are needed
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 03-16-2013, 02:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,434
Posted By hemi_fan
What was the solution to this? Looks like my...

What was the solution to this? Looks like my brother is having this exact problem. Did everyone just sell the car after it happened? LOL
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 01-21-2013, 11:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 247
Posted By hemi_fan
The car does have new plugs but that's it. Would...

The car does have new plugs but that's it. Would the valve cover gaskets leak oil externally because that is not the case with his car. The CVV is an interesting one, I wasn't aware of what that was...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 01-21-2013, 10:55 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 247
Posted By hemi_fan
2002 325is Idle Surge and Oil Consumption

My brother's 2002 325is with approximately 190,000km has an occasional idle surge during which the idle will oscillate up and down more and more until the vehicle stalls or until you push the gas. It...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 12-17-2012, 12:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 290
Posted By hemi_fan
Good to know. Since I can't look at the car right...

Good to know. Since I can't look at the car right now I'm thinking of looking for a complete driveshaft/diff out of a donor (hopefully with LSD) and putting in a new Guibo and CSB while I'm at it. I...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 12-17-2012, 11:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 290
Posted By hemi_fan
Ontario Canada. The car is in Hamilton,...

Ontario Canada.
The car is in Hamilton, Ontario.
I live in Windsor, Ontario.
I work in Michigan :)
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 12-17-2012, 11:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 290
Posted By hemi_fan
Another thought I just had... when I park the car...

Another thought I just had... when I park the car on a slight grade and pull the e-brake, the rear of the car will lift a bit as it tries to roll. Is this normal or should I be investigating a...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 12-17-2012, 09:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 290
Posted By hemi_fan
The car definitely doesn't have an LSD currently...

The car definitely doesn't have an LSD currently but if I'm putting in a new diff I'm definitely upgrading. The odd thing is that there were no vibrations or noises before it quit. The car did...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 12-17-2012, 07:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 290
Posted By hemi_fan
Exclamation Rear-end Binding Issue

Hi All,

I was cruising down the highway yesterday afternoon when the car began to feel wierd. It slowed down and felt like the throttle wasn't responding. I pulled over and had the car towed home....
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 06-21-2012, 02:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 616
Posted By hemi_fan
My brother's 2001 325 is having similar issues....

My brother's 2001 325 is having similar issues. When he approaches a stop if he takes it out of gear the RPM will vary and often the car will stall. It happens hot and cold. We cleaned the ICV and...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 06-09-2012, 08:18 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,073
Posted By hemi_fan
I just pulled my remote apart and noticed what I...

I just pulled my remote apart and noticed what I think is the issue. On the slot where the battery goes there is a bracket that is made of metal and plastic. The metal part is soldered to the main...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 11-06-2011, 04:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,073
Posted By hemi_fan
Did you ever figure this one out? My car is doing...

Did you ever figure this one out? My car is doing the same thing now. It takes several presses to make the doors/alarm work. I'm almost positive its not the key fob as it has a new battery and...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 09-10-2011, 10:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,107
Posted By hemi_fan
I pulled the connector and tested this solenoid....

I pulled the connector and tested this solenoid. I got 46 Ohms;
http://i919.photobucket.com/albums/ad40/hemi_fan/IMG00511-20110910-1311.jpg

At idle the female connector showed 6V;...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 09-09-2011, 08:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,107
Posted By hemi_fan
I'm less worried about the catalytic converter. I...

I'm less worried about the catalytic converter. I want to get rid of the 1550 and 0446 codes more than anything. I have already cleaned the ICV, it wasn't very dirty to begin with. I'm pretty...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 09-09-2011, 01:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,107
Posted By hemi_fan
P1550 Idle-Speed Control Valve Closing...

P1550
Idle-Speed Control Valve Closing Solenoid Control Circuit Electrical

P0420
Catalyst System Efficiency (Bank 1) Below Threshold

P0446
Evaporative Emission System Vent Control...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 09-08-2011, 06:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,107
Posted By hemi_fan
I looked at the plugs again. The dielectric...

I looked at the plugs again. The dielectric grease really helped with the mis-fire and the car seems to run quite smooth most of the time now. The plugs look white to me though indicating it is lean...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 09-03-2011, 08:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,107
Posted By hemi_fan
It turns out my Check Engine light isn't working....

It turns out my Check Engine light isn't working. I picked up a code scanner and checked the car. I got the following codes;


MIL DTC
P1550
Idle-Speed Control Valve Closing Solenoid Control...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 09-02-2011, 03:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,295
Posted By hemi_fan
Check Engine light doesn't illuminate

When I cycle my key to the 'ON' position, all the dash lights light up except the Check Engine light. My car is having trouble passing emissions so I'd like to know if OBC is turning on the light or...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 08-26-2011, 03:05 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,107
Posted By hemi_fan
Thanks drivinfaster. I'm going to cross my...

Thanks drivinfaster. I'm going to cross my fingers that the dielectric grease stops the spark from arcing to ground and hope that is my only problem. I disconnected the battery last night to let the...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 08-25-2011, 07:07 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,107
Posted By hemi_fan
It's a stick. I can see where you're coming from...

It's a stick. I can see where you're coming from with the oil but the oil in it is fairly fresh so I don't think it would have that big of an impact. I should change it again just to be sure but I...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 08-25-2011, 02:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,107
Posted By hemi_fan
Fuel and Air filters are brand new. How will an...

Fuel and Air filters are brand new. How will an oil change and trans flush affect emissions or make the engine jerky? I could see if there were no oil/fluids in it...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 08-25-2011, 02:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,107
Posted By hemi_fan
I forgot to add to the list: Cleaned MAF and ICV...

I forgot to add to the list: Cleaned MAF and ICV with electrical contact cleaner.
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 08-25-2011, 01:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,107
Posted By hemi_fan
Low RPM hesitation/lack of power

Since I bought my '99 323is a month ago I've been trying to figure out why it's got a hesitation/lack of power. The problem occurs when I accelerate moderately. It is most pronounced in 1st gear, and...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 08-17-2011, 07:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 491
Posted By hemi_fan
Wash + clay + abrasive polish + wax + seal =...

Wash + clay + abrasive polish + wax + seal = shine :)

Don't half-ass it and you can get most paint to look pretty damn good. This process should take you all day to complete but it would be well...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 08-13-2011, 06:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 580
Posted By hemi_fan
I got my bushings in. I ended up getting '95 M3...

I got my bushings in. I ended up getting '95 M3 bushings by Febi. They were only $22 for the pair so if they fail earlier than Lemfoerders I won't be bankrupt. Anyway, they have two +'s on the rubber...
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