Article by: Dudesky_E36 Applies to: All BMW models with small variations. Spark plugs should be replaced every 10,000mi or once a year. It’s a fairly simple process and takes less than a half hour to do. It is however important to take your time and pay attention to detail because […]
Topic: Engine
E39 M52/S52 Secondary Air Pump (SAP) Removal
Article by: Andrew Gordnier Article applies to: all BMW models with the M52 and S52 engines. **DISCLAIMER** This will most likely cause a check engine light and will definitely cause your car to not pass smog. I am not a certified technician, so I probably got a few things wrong… […]
M60/M62 Intake Manifold Removal
Article by: SSY Models: All E31, E32, E34, E38, and E39 models with the V8 engine. Covers air intake plenum removal and cooling system maintenance. Warning – I wrote this to help other E38 owners, I assume no responsibility for any damage, failure, and/or person injury from following the procedure […]
S52 & M52 Oil Filter Housing Gasket Repair
Article by: Vinci Article applies to: all BMW models with the S52 or M52 engine. This guide covers the process of replacing the sealing gasket between the oil filter housing assembly and cylinder block of the BMW S52 and M52 engines. This gasket hardens with age and will allow oil […]
S62B50 Rebuild
Article by: Jack M. Article applies to: e39 M5 and Z8 (S62B50 engines) Hello all! I just wanted to share my S62 engine rebuild in my 2000 E39 M5. I have been lurking around your forums for a few years and have learned a lot from it. Thank-you very much!! […]
E39 M5 Vanos Rebuild and Spring Plate Replacement
Article by: Jamie Peers Article applies to: E39 M5 and Z8 (S62B50 engines) Firstly before we get into the DIY I’d like to say a massive thank you to a few members. Without the help of certain people on the M5board there would be a whole lot of work that […]