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Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-15-2013, 01:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,501
Posted By bluebee
For the crosslinked record, this was posted today:

For the crosslinked record, this was posted today:
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-15-2013, 01:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 313
Posted By bluebee
I have no experience with the tamper dot - but I...

I have no experience with the tamper dot - but I have two suggestions:

1. Please snap a photo of it so we can see what it looks like (it's a rare event); and,
2. Typing /tamper dot F3 in the...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-15-2013, 01:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 393
Posted By bluebee
Never shy away from buying tools you need to...

Never shy away from buying tools you need to perform a job because, in the end, the tools are free.
- What to tell those who haven't yet bonded with their bimmer who feel they don't have time,...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-15-2013, 01:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 392
Posted By bluebee
There were too many different codes for me to...

There were too many different codes for me to conclude that, but, if it's the classic lean-engine misfire problem, then this response will help the OP;
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-15-2013, 01:17 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,149
Posted By bluebee
A user just reported a novel way to keep the...

A user just reported a novel way to keep the windows up when the regulator fails:
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-15-2013, 01:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,571
Posted By bluebee
Wow. It would be interesting to see a photo of...

Wow. It would be interesting to see a photo of that!

We do have a thread on how to temporarily keep the windows up, but I don't remember anyone stuffing cloth there, which will just get wet and...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-15-2013, 01:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 232
Posted By bluebee
Would it be worth it to part out a totaled E39 (Have you ever parted a car out? How?)

I have no intention of parting out my only transportation; but today the question came up in another thread:
-> E39 (1997 - 2003) (http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=103) > ...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-15-2013, 12:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 253
Posted By bluebee
How long at 60mph does it take to fully charge an E39 battery from jump-start to full

This off-topic question came up today in this thread - but it deserves a thread of its own, so that we can refer others to the answer in the future:
- > E39 (1997 - 2003)...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-15-2013, 12:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 276
Posted By bluebee
I doubt many of us have collision on our vehicles...

I doubt many of us have collision on our vehicles at this point, as the math is obvious that any appreciable accident totals the car.

In the past, I gave away my Lexus and I gave away my 300Z...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-15-2013, 12:40 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 47,978
Posted By bluebee
The question came up today as to how long it...

The question came up today as to how long it would take our typical 90/120/140 amp Bosch/Valeo E39 alternators to charge our batteries from dead to full:

If you have data points, please advise in...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-15-2013, 12:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 358
Posted By bluebee
How long do you think it would take our typical...

How long do you think it would take our typical 90/120/140 amp Bosch/Valeo alternators to charge a dead battery at highway speeds?

EDIT: I opened a thread to answer that specific question:
> E39...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-15-2013, 12:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 260
Posted By bluebee
The answer to the bedding question was also in...

The answer to the bedding question was also in the links referenced ...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-15-2013, 12:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 628
Posted By bluebee
This question comes up surprisingly often:

This question comes up surprisingly often:
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-15-2013, 12:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 109
Posted By bluebee
Was your ABS control module recently removed? ...

Was your ABS control module recently removed?

If so, I'd type /p0500 F3 in the bestlinks, which nets this, which was a bogus error that occurred due to removal of my ABS control module for repair:...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-15-2013, 12:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 271
Posted By bluebee
While one could drive for 189,000 miles all...

While one could drive for 189,000 miles all highway and almost never use the brakes, it's not normal for them to last much more than about 30,000 miles or so ... at least from my experience:
- One...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-15-2013, 12:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 236
Posted By bluebee
I agree on the need to edumucate ourselves ... ...

I agree on the need to edumucate ourselves ...
- How to logically choose tires (http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AB2&url=index.jsp) by the numbers (1...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-15-2013, 12:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 220
Posted By bluebee
Just for the crosslinked record, here's the...

Just for the crosslinked record, here's the response to that question over in your other thread:
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-15-2013, 12:02 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 392
Posted By bluebee
If the battery was dead for a one-time reason...

If the battery was dead for a one-time reason (left the lights on or whatever), then just get a jump start and drive it for 15 minutes or so on the highway and you'll be all charged up.

If,...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-15-2013, 12:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 194
Posted By bluebee
I'm not familiar with the E46 cluster, but, on...

I'm not familiar with the E46 cluster, but, on the E39, a red BRAKE light means a different thing than does the amber BRAKE light with an amber DSC and/or ABS light.

Methinks maybe you should snap...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-14-2013, 11:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 393
Posted By bluebee
You can check realoem to see if it's the same...

You can check realoem to see if it's the same part number as your vehicle.

If anything, you can use it as a $15 diagnostic test, simply by swapping out, one by one, the three sensors on the rear...
Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 05-14-2013, 11:40 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 393
Posted By bluebee
Cleaning the four wheel speed sensors is a good...

Cleaning the four wheel speed sensors is a good idea which is covered in the DIY I referenced.
http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=188214&stc=1&d=1244216455

Also...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-14-2013, 11:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 276
Posted By bluebee
There are many ways to remove the fan clutch,...

There are many ways to remove the fan clutch, most of which are described in detail here:
- How to remove the fan clutch nut with and without counterhold tools (1...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-14-2013, 11:26 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,644
Posted By bluebee
Here's a story, posted today, as to why a...

Here's a story, posted today, as to why a lifetime parts warranty is not as good, in real life, as the manufacturer makes it appear to be, on paper:
- > E39 (1997 - 2003)...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-14-2013, 11:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 189
Posted By bluebee
I don't have any experience with Zionsville, but...

I don't have any experience with Zionsville, but the issue you bring up is a topic here:
- Does a replacement-part lifetime warranty make any real sense (1...
Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-14-2013, 11:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 159
Posted By bluebee
Typing /angel eye F3 in the bestlinks nets these,...

Typing /angel eye F3 in the bestlinks nets these, among others:
- How to remove the angel eye bulb (1 (http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3724301&postcount=7)) (2...
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