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: DIY Repairs & Mods
Early E36 Center Temp Panel Light bulb Replacement
Article by: Dudesky_E36 Applies to: All early e36 models with the analog temperature control. I just replaced the backlight bulb on my climate control, and thought I’d share . . . I’ve gotten into the habit of having a camera around all the time. You will need: Replacement bulbs – […]
Guide for Replacing Alternator Output Cable (V12)
Article by: Hairywithit Applies to: BMWs with the M7x V12 engine. Based on 1989/1990 750iL: Symptom: No obvious problems but was discovered by visual inspection. Insulation on the cable was badly cracked and failing at both ends of the cable tube. https://www.shiftoem.com/dev/showparts.php?mospid=47365&typschl=GC83&diagid=11_4607 Description: After nearly 20 years of continuous service […]
Guide for Replacing Alternator Output Cable (V12)
Article by: Hairywithit Applies to: BMWs with the M7x V12 engine. Based on 1989/1990 750iL: Symptom: No obvious problems but was discovered by visual inspection. Insulation on the cable was badly cracked and failing at both ends of the cable tube. https://www.shiftoem.com/dev/showparts.php?mospid=47365&typschl=GC83&diagid=11_4607 Description: After nearly 20 years of continuous service […]
Guide for Replacing Alternator Output Cable (V12)
Article by: Hairywithit Applies to: BMWs with the M7x V12 engine. Based on 1989/1990 750iL: Symptom: No obvious problems but was discovered by visual inspection. Insulation on the cable was badly cracked and failing at both ends of the cable tube. https://www.shiftoem.com/dev/showparts.php?mospid=47365&typschl=GC83&diagid=11_4607 Description: After nearly 20 years of continuous service […]
BMW Aux Fan Resistor
Article by: Dismonio Article applies to: All models with an auxiliary fan and resistor. Electric Fan Resistor Replacement The electric fan resistor occasionally goes out on the M42/M44 motors as well as the Z3 and some 5-series. In the case of the 1995 318ti, there is only 1 electric puller […]