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Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 06-02-2013, 02:54 PM

Replies: 23 Tech Question, Think my thermostat is acting up Views: 529 Posted By vavet5308 Tech Question, Think my thermostat is acting up Is the electric fan a 2 stage unit like on the e34? If so, perhaps the resistor for the first stage is burnt out so it only operates on high. Sent from BimmerApp mobile app

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 05-19-2013, 06:11 AM

Replies: 5 pcv stripped torx Views: 202 Posted By vavet5308 This might sound counterintuitive (and too late... This might sound counterintuitive (and too late for you, but maybe it'll help someone in the future), but using an impact gun with the correct size torx bit decreases the chance of stripping out the...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 04-26-2013, 05:58 AM

Replies: 22 The issue NOBODY can solve Views: 714 Posted By vavet5308 It could be fuel pressure as the others have... It could be fuel pressure as the others have mentioned. Don't just check the pressure with the engine idling though. Route the hose for the fuel pressure gauge under the hood opening and onto the...

Forum: E46 (1999 - 2006) 04-20-2013, 04:03 PM

Replies: 4 Another o2 sensor question Views: 220 Posted By vavet5308 Give it a shot of pb blaster every day for 3 days... Give it a shot of pb blaster every day for 3 days and then try it.

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-27-2013, 06:24 AM

Replies: 12 540i replacement of water pump Views: 311 Posted By vavet5308 There are two orings that fit around pipes that... There are two orings that fit around pipes that go into the back of the water pump. Make sure you replace those.

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-26-2013, 08:13 PM

Replies: 4 Steering wheel slightly right in park, 10° left while driving pulling right .... Views: 206 Posted By vavet5308 rear suspension components and the alignment... rear suspension components and the alignment settings can alter the steering wheel position. It might not be as noticeable as the tie rods on the front. If the rear camber changes from the previous...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-09-2013, 07:26 AM

Replies: 3 Recommendations on replacement struts Views: 204 Posted By vavet5308 Bilstein touring or tc is closer to factory... Bilstein touring or tc is closer to factory stiffness than the hd. If your wife's preferences lean towards softer, go with that one, they are available through tire rack.com

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-03-2013, 11:59 AM

Replies: 14 Any chance we could make some engine-specific forums? Views: 406 Posted By vavet5308 I think it's a great idea. The M54 was used in a... I think it's a great idea. The M54 was used in a LOT of vehicles: Z3/Z4, X3, X5, 3 and 5 series, and maybe in the 7 in markets outside of the US(???). Basic services will be the same across the...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 03-02-2013, 01:20 PM

Replies: 1 Quick response needed !!!! Views: 127 Posted By vavet5308 brake cleaner on a rag or paper towel. brake cleaner on a rag or paper towel.

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 02-23-2013, 08:31 AM

Replies: 12 Bleeding cooling system fail Views: 332 Posted By vavet5308 Perhaps you need more than a gallon? How did you... Perhaps you need more than a gallon? How did you drain the system?

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 02-19-2013, 06:06 PM

Replies: 99 Another Black Hawk Down... Views: 3,174 Posted By vavet5308 Well that's a big bummer. Even in my short time... Well that's a big bummer. Even in my short time as an E39 owner, I've come to appreciate and recognize your posts as informative. If you merely collect the check and walk away, then the money and...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 02-11-2013, 02:42 PM

Replies: 45 Front control & thrust arms Views: 1,110 Posted By vavet5308 Removal order isn't all that important. The... Removal order isn't all that important. The nut/bolt on the bushing end of the thrust arm must be torqued with the weight of the car on the suspension. The sway bar end links will be difficult to...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 02-06-2013, 12:55 PM

Replies: 4 Random wire unplugged pls help Views: 226 Posted By vavet5308 It looks like the connector for the aux fan. How... It looks like the connector for the aux fan. How thick are the wires that go into it?

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 02-02-2013, 06:20 PM

Replies: 29 What is this button near the dashboard... Views: 1,119 Posted By vavet5308 Passenger eject seat? Yeah I agree, that's not... Passenger eject seat? Yeah I agree, that's not a factory switch. Was your car equipped from the factory with heated seats? If not, perhaps someone added them aftermarket.

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 02-01-2013, 05:45 PM

Replies: 107 Transmission Fluid Install question Views: 3,196 Posted By vavet5308 The TC slides onto the transmission input shaft.... The TC slides onto the transmission input shaft. The outside of the TC should be flush with a straight line strung across the bellhousing of the transmission. After the transmission case is...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 01-30-2013, 07:29 AM

Replies: 34 Wary noob Views: 1,335 Posted By vavet5308 Don't get the wrong idea after reading the... Don't get the wrong idea after reading the replies or this forum in general. E39s (or their transmission, shocks, or any other part) don't turn into pumpkins at 100k miles. They are mechanical beasts...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 01-28-2013, 03:56 PM

Replies: 3 would like ideas or advice Views: 211 Posted By vavet5308 I'm not really sure what happened and when.... I'm not really sure what happened and when. Perhaps you could spell it out in discrete sentences using punctuation? Give us an idea of when things happens in relation to other things.

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 01-07-2013, 05:44 AM

Replies: 35 Gas Station Ripping people off? Views: 1,076 Posted By vavet5308 The only way to know for sure is to start with an... The only way to know for sure is to start with an empty tank and fill it...but not even completely empty. You just want it to be empty to the point of all useable fuel being out of it. Unuseable fuel...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 01-06-2013, 10:53 PM

Replies: 16 Should I worry ? Views: 484 Posted By vavet5308 The brake wear light does not go off... The brake wear light does not go off automatically. There is a process to it. If memory serves, it goes something like this: turn the key to the on position. All of the warning lights will turn on...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 01-06-2013, 06:46 AM

Replies: 26 Hit a curb, camber is off? Help! Views: 1,316 Posted By vavet5308 Has the top of the strut tower taken on a more... Has the top of the strut tower taken on a more 'domed' shape, almost like it has been inflated from the bottom?

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 01-05-2013, 06:29 PM

Replies: 26 Hit a curb, camber is off? Help! Views: 1,316 Posted By vavet5308 Check the top of the strut tower. See if it is... Check the top of the strut tower. See if it is mushroomed compared to the other side.

Forum: X5 E70 (2007 - current) 01-03-2013, 04:27 AM

Replies: 26 Car starter? Views: 1,014 Posted By vavet5308 Not trying to blast you, but I've never... Not trying to blast you, but I've never understood the remote car starters. Is it for summer or winter? A car has to idle for a LONG time to get it warmed up, but only has to drive about 2-3 miles...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 01-03-2013, 04:17 AM

Replies: 20 SRS Reset After Accident Views: 559 Posted By vavet5308 What type of collision? Is it possible one or... What type of collision? Is it possible one or both of the seatbelt tensioners were deployed?

Forum: General Automotive Forum 01-02-2013, 07:25 AM

Replies: 8 amount of gears - where's the top? Views: 551 Posted By vavet5308 amount of gears - where's the top? When I started driving in the 90s most modern cars with auto trans had 4 speeds and manuals had 5. 3 speed automatics had been the norm since the 60s, I think? The Corvette ZR1 came out with 6...

Forum: E39 (1997 - 2003) 01-01-2013, 03:44 PM

Replies: 4 Battery Issues Driving me crazy Views: 410 Posted By vavet5308 There will always be a small draw on the battery,... There will always be a small draw on the battery, even after the car is fully asleep. It should be on the order of 30 milliamps. If you don't have an ammeter to place in series between the negative...

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