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Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 05-14-2013, 08:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 334
Posted By Larrick
I saw a great method on youtube. It is less...

I saw a great method on youtube. It is less dangerous and more precise than using carb cleaner.
Use a small propane or map gas tank, which plumbers use to solder copper pipe.
Place a section of...
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 04-25-2013, 07:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 291
Posted By Larrick
I have found that there is very crucial word...

I have found that there is very crucial word missing in the Bentley manual's
description of how to perform the stomp test.
You need to turn the key to the on position and IMMEDIATELY with out...
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 04-25-2013, 07:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 286
Posted By Larrick
I replaced the tumbler today. It took me 15...

I replaced the tumbler today.
It took me 15 minutes just to get the key to move out of the lock position.
I do not know how my son was starting the car for the past week.
He says it only took a...
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 04-24-2013, 06:33 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 847
Posted By Larrick
How old is your Grand Mother? The expression...

How old is your Grand Mother?
The expression "My Grandmother's boyfriend" is just too much.
I love the idea but it just so "Modern".
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 04-24-2013, 06:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 224
Posted By Larrick
Change your oil. It is cheap enough not to take a...

Change your oil. It is cheap enough not to take a chance.
Yes, water may be in it and oil naturally brakes down.
Just change the oil and leave the filter.
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 04-24-2013, 06:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 310
Posted By Larrick
Just to add my 2 cents: I was surprised at how...

Just to add my 2 cents: I was surprised at how little power steering fluid needs to be lost to compromise the steering.
My son's car had a small leak which we finally fixed by replacing a hose. They...
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 04-24-2013, 06:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 236
Posted By Larrick
I must have misread the thread and thought that...

I must have misread the thread and thought that you could not get the ball joint loose. I used a pickle fork for that.
I did learn a trick for "pressing" the ball joint in.
Use a 17 inch channel...
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 04-20-2013, 05:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 236
Posted By Larrick
I've done the upper and lower control arms on a...

I've done the upper and lower control arms on a 1994 525i and had to use a "pickle fork" and a 3 lb. sledge hammer to get the ball joint out..
The ball joint is wedged in and difficult to remove....
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 04-20-2013, 03:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 524
Posted By Larrick
Believe me ..I was locked inside a car. The owner...

Believe me ..I was locked inside a car. The owner of the tow company came down just to see the moron stuck in his car.
He joked that he should have brought a blonde wig for me to have his picture...
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 04-20-2013, 10:28 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 524
Posted By Larrick
There is a little known function with the e34...

There is a little known function with the e34 locking system.
It is mentioned in the Owners manual. I actually locked myself inside a 525it in the parking lot
of a "Pick and Pull" in California....
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 04-19-2013, 08:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 286
Posted By Larrick
I do not suspect the key is worn because both...

I do not suspect the key is worn because both ignition keys act the same are are worn slightly differently.

I just ordered the lock and keys from Autohausaz for $53 delivered. (added an air temp...
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 04-18-2013, 07:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 185
Posted By Larrick
I have been having the same problem on a '94 525i...

I have been having the same problem on a '94 525i m50. I replaced the crankshaft position sensor, fuel pressure regulator,
and the coolant temperature sensor. I still have the problem.
something...
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 04-18-2013, 07:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 286
Posted By Larrick
I have looked on youtube and yes there is a great...

I have looked on youtube and yes there is a great video but my problem is in diagnostic.
Do I need only the tumbler? That is a simple job. The housing is a real problem which includes
steering...
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 04-18-2013, 06:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 286
Posted By Larrick
Further clarification: you can purchase the...

Further clarification: you can purchase the "tumbler" with keys or you can purchase the tumbler and housing with keys.
What would be a symptom of a bad housing? I understand that it houses the...
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 04-18-2013, 02:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 286
Posted By Larrick
key ignition problem

The ignition lock is getting very hard to get out of the off position.
It feels "sticky" and is getting worse rapidly.
Sometimes it will not turn at all for many attempts.
I oiled it and it is...
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 03-31-2013, 03:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 180
Posted By Larrick
I saw an interesting youtube on vacuum leak...

I saw an interesting youtube on vacuum leak detection.
I am going to give it a try with my own small problem.
Being a contractor, I already have the simple equipment.
The standard gas bottle and...
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 03-31-2013, 01:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 332
Posted By Larrick
The starter is two years old and feels strong. ...

The starter is two years old and feels strong.
I will check the battery cables.
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 03-31-2013, 10:57 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 332
Posted By Larrick
Do you have good explanation of the procedure to...

Do you have good explanation of the procedure to to set the OBC to take the gallons per hour readings?
I should start with air temperature sensor.
What are the steps for the checking of each...
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 03-30-2013, 07:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 217
Posted By Larrick
It could be the water pump. the original pump has...

It could be the water pump. the original pump has a plastic impeller which disintegrates over time.
I had one that was almost completely gone.
Collant did still circulate slowly due to heat...
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 03-29-2013, 08:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 332
Posted By Larrick
Yes, Air intake sensor would be the likely next...

Yes, Air intake sensor would be the likely next candidate for causing the hard hot start.
Thanks for the help, every one.
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 03-28-2013, 10:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 332
Posted By Larrick
I thought that the fuel pressure regulator may...

I thought that the fuel pressure regulator may have been the problem by not holding pressure. I bought a new one but realized that if it was not holding pressure that a cold start would also be...
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 03-28-2013, 08:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 332
Posted By Larrick
Hard to start when engine is warm

I have now put in a new fuel filter, new crankshaft position sensor,
new engine coolant temperature sensor, new fuel pressure regulator, plugs, since
the hard start began over a month ago.
Six...
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 03-19-2013, 07:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 318
Posted By Larrick
I have a new OEM fuel pressure regulator and I...

I have a new OEM fuel pressure regulator and I should install it to eliminate that as a factor.
The fpr has a check valve also. Is this redundant or does one dominate?
I would think that he fpr...
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 03-19-2013, 08:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 318
Posted By Larrick
Yes, Bentley may be the best we have but it is...

Yes, Bentley may be the best we have but it is very weak in location and removal techniques, especially of
sensors.
I now that engineering an engine is not easy but the sensors on the M50 where not...
Forum: E34 (1989 - 1995) 03-19-2013, 07:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 318
Posted By Larrick
The stomp test does not throw any faults. The...

The stomp test does not throw any faults.
The air temperature sensor is very difficult to get at and can only be sen with a mirror.
I will check it.
I do not have full access to the car as it is...
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