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Forum: 7 Series - E38 (1995 - 2001) 02-07-2013, 11:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 249
Posted By rufus2004
1997 Spinning Key

I just had the same problem on my E36, your ignition switch is not long for this world, if it is still functional. Bavarian is probably your best bet for a new one. I understand that this is a...
Forum: 7 Series - E38 (1995 - 2001) 02-07-2013, 11:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 606
Posted By rufus2004
2000 740il Service Engine Soon Light

Thanks to all who responded to my post. The SES light has not illuminated for some time now, so I won't worry about it yet. It came on when our temperature dropped to a "bitter cold" 28 degrees. ...
Forum: 7 Series - E38 (1995 - 2001) 01-29-2013, 10:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 606
Posted By rufus2004
740il Service Engine Soon Light

Hello Everyone
This is not regarding a problem, but it might save somebody some needless expense and aggrivation as well. I recently purchased a 2000 740il and more recently a 97 328ic. In...
Forum: 7 Series - E38 (1995 - 2001) 01-29-2013, 09:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 267
Posted By rufus2004
2000 740il Blank Nav Screen

The nav screen on my 740il showed black. The time, date, and year functions showed and were operational. I then stopped the car and re-started and the screen came back up and displayed normally....
Forum: 7 Series - E38 (1995 - 2001) 01-27-2013, 02:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 299
Posted By rufus2004
2000 740il engine noise

I recently purchased my 740il with 83k. I know that this is the true milage as I have all service records and the car looks showroom fresh (well,pretty close). My prior car was a 2002 Lexus 430 and...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-27-2013, 02:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 177
Posted By rufus2004
1997 328i clock setting

I am having trouble setting the time on my clock. I saw some old postings on this,but no solutions. I have the 18 button OBC. I push the clock button, "input time" shows. I have tried hitting and...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 01-21-2013, 10:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 182
Posted By rufus2004
97 328ic Tension Strap Replacement

The tension straps need to be replaced on my 328ic. My local dealer told me that this was a fairly common job years ago. Is it possible to replace them without removing the top fabric from the...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 12-06-2012, 11:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 424
Posted By rufus2004
1997 328ic Door Pasnel Repair

Thanks for the input on the door panel repair. I've decided not to try to reglue. It only needs it on the end of the insert, The "treatment might be worse than the disease". Could be that the...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 12-05-2012, 01:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 424
Posted By rufus2004
1997 328ic Door Pasnel Repair

Hi jonesin. I know it is glued to the larger panel, but how do I remove it from the larger panel so that I can re-glue it, what holds it on besides glue?
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 12-04-2012, 11:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 424
Posted By rufus2004
1997 328ic Door Panel Repair

Thanks for all of the replies to my original post. You have all made it WAAAY to complicated! I do not need to re-upholster the panel, it is in excellent condition. I simply need to remove the...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 12-04-2012, 07:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 451
Posted By rufus2004
1997 328i Door Panel Repair

Thanks jonesin, I just spent about 4 hours gluing and holding to no avail, looked too easy! Maybe they are seekng revenge for WWII.
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 12-03-2012, 09:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 451
Posted By rufus2004
1997 328ic Door Panel Repair

I have removed the interior door panel to replace the clips. How do you remove the insert {the part that has the grab handle and the cut-out for the door handle) from the main part of the upholstery...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 11-28-2012, 06:58 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 350
Posted By rufus2004
1997 328ic Console Removal

I have not received my Bentley yet and I searched this forum and came up blank. I need to remove the rear portion of the center console for cleaning. There is nothing wrong with it other than the...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 11-26-2012, 09:50 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,566
Posted By rufus2004
Posting Misspellings

Just want to apologize for some misspellings, I am not illiterate! I proofread carefully,butI fear I need a new keyboard,AND glasses.
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 11-26-2012, 09:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 332
Posted By rufus2004
97 328 Dome Light Problem Thank You

Thanks to all who gave input on my dome light problem. I tried the temporary fix of electrical tape over the micro switch for better contact and it worked. Now I just need to locate a new one. The...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 11-24-2012, 09:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 727
Posted By rufus2004
E36 Dome Light Problem

I apologize for taking offense at "Canadian Prick" and his comments. I am used to BMW CCA posts which are very businesslike. The dome light on my 97 328ic with manual transmission works fine at the...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 11-22-2012, 10:05 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 273
Posted By rufus2004
E36 Trim Switch Thank You

Thank you all for the responses on my trim switch question. You saved me a lot of time and aggrivation I did not realize that the dimensions of the 328ic were slightly different than the 328ci. I...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 11-21-2012, 11:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 740
Posted By rufus2004
Response To jonesin

I received a respnse from "jonesin" regarding my question of a moulding switch on a 328ic. This was a legitimate question. and the response was demeaning. My impression was that this forum was one...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 11-21-2012, 10:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 537
Posted By rufus2004
1997 328ic Exterior Moulding Switch

I would like to install the chrome exterior door mouldings from a later model 328ci on my 97 328ic. These are the ones at the top of the door and around the top. The black ones from the factory...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 11-19-2012, 09:35 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 206
Posted By rufus2004
328 Interior Light Problem

In 40 years of driving, I have never run into this one! I recently purchased a 1997 328ic, with the manual transmission. I have my overhead light set to Position 1, (illuminates when the door is...
Forum: E36 (1991 - 1999) 11-14-2012, 10:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,306
Posted By rufus2004
Replacing Door Panel Clips

I have a 328ic and need tp replace the door panel clips, but cannot see figure out how they were installed into the upholstery panel and if they can be changed. These are the white ones mounting on...
Forum: New Member Introductions 10-17-2012, 10:46 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 155
Posted By rufus2004
New E38 owner

Hello everyone, I am a new owner of a 2000 740IL with 84000 miles. I replaced our 2002 Lexus LS430, a very nice car, by the way, with the 740. My wife took a bit of convincing as she drives a...
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