The 3 Series E36 Forum

sticky: oembimmerparts monthly raffle for BimmerBoard readers! (pic) (url) - M.Wong 2008-03-27 10:18:20 (1769 views)

sticky: please add car details to your signature - shogun 2007-05-29 01:48:02 (458 views)

sticky: wiring diagrams online, owners handbook etc info (url) - shogun 2007-04-25 09:07:16 (3466 views)

Will springs work? - imax3000 2008-05-16 06:14:13 (3 views)

Angle eyes wiring diagram - bimva 2008-05-15 20:04:14 (7 views)

$900??? - bobcat2k 2008-05-14 13:25:18 (7 views)
- Yes you can DIY.. air pump is easy - kfister 2008-05-14 18:54:06 (8 views)
  - Re: Yes you can DIY.. air pump is easy - bobcat2k 2008-05-15 08:01:38 (7 views)
    - Never seen a 4cyl but I have the book - kfister 2008-05-15 12:28:04 (6 views)

Anyone in Minneapolis area have airbag reset tool - brian328i 2008-05-14 20:33:49 (4 views)

air temprature wires - bvandamme13 2008-05-11 13:06:28 (12 views)
- green/violet (nt) - kfister 2008-05-13 10:40:28 (6 views)

BMW Electronic Service -- WARNNG! - STAR 2008-05-08 09:24:28 (26 views)
- Re: BMW Electronic Service -- WARNNG! - kfister 2008-05-12 10:05:58 (12 views)
  - Re: BMW Electronic Service -- WARNNG! - STAR 2008-05-12 10:48:48 (15 views)
    - They just installed lighting equipment? - kfister 2008-05-12 14:01:51 (13 views)

BCU? - imax3000 2008-05-10 07:23:52 (12 views)
- You are in the right place. BMW calls this a ZKE or GM - kfister 2008-05-12 10:04:27 (13 views)

tranny issues - e30dreams 2008-04-20 18:45:37 (31 views)
- Re: tranny issues - kfister 2008-04-21 10:55:28 (25 views)
  - Re: tranny issues - e30dreams 2008-04-27 16:56:40 (29 views)
    - Re: tranny issues - kfister 2008-04-29 15:45:28 (34 views)
      - Re: tranny issues - e30dreams 2008-05-07 12:18:30 (15 views)
        
        I think the 9 pin connector is ont he tranny. - kfister 2008-05-12 10:02:05 (9 views)

Door Handle Replacement - STAR 2008-05-10 15:52:10 (19 views)
- How2 - kfister 2008-05-12 09:57:29 (17 views)

How many horns does an e36 have? - adrianm3 2008-05-09 13:39:08 (10 views)
- Two - kfister 2008-05-12 09:51:17 (6 views)

328i Trunk Emblem (Convertible) - rollinn328i 2008-05-10 14:41:09 (16 views)

window, door panel - e30dreams 2008-04-27 17:05:04 (30 views)
- Re: window, door panel - STAR 2008-05-08 19:07:03 (13 views)

'99 328ica transmission fluid change? - bimmernut2 2008-04-28 20:28:00 (38 views)
- Re: '99 328ica transmission fluid change? - STAR 2008-05-08 09:16:14 (15 views)

Intermittent Keyless Entry Performance - adrianm3 2008-01-25 20:23:57 (160 views)
- Alpine alarm? - kfister 2008-03-06 14:07:42 (73 views)
  - Re: Alpine alarm? - adrianm3 2008-03-06 16:25:04 (99 views)
    - Alpine will chirp four times if door/trunk/hood is open - kfister 2008-03-06 18:53:17 (78 views)
      - Re: Alpine will chirp four times if door/trunk/hood is open - adrianm3 2008-05-07 13:43:06 (11 views)
- cant help on that one, but you sure have one saweet ride! (nt) - Mgood 2008-03-06 13:34:21 (67 views)

M44, M42 engine interchange-ability - pabmwmechanic 2008-05-05 18:43:46 (19 views)
- Headaches - kfister 2008-05-06 17:48:18 (18 views)
  - Re: Headaches - pabmwmechanic 2008-05-06 20:59:44 (12 views)

all down window switch on 328ic.... - bimmernut2 2008-05-04 16:00:41 (26 views)
- I don't think it's the switch - kfister 2008-05-06 17:49:42 (16 views)
  - Thanks Ken (nt) - bimmernut2 2008-05-06 18:54:31 (13 views)

A/C??? - pmiller101 2008-04-28 22:36:35 (28 views)
- Try turning the temp up. - kfister 2008-04-29 09:35:40 (25 views)
  - Re: Try turning the temp up. - pmiller101 2008-05-03 16:08:06 (13 views)
    - Yes! - kfister 2008-05-03 16:15:31 (17 views)
      - Re: Yes! - pmiller101 2008-05-03 16:23:54 (15 views)
        
        Found diagrams - kfister 2008-05-03 18:18:53 (20 views)

Might buy a 97 M3 Sedan. What should I look for? - dinan735i 2008-05-02 11:18:58 (20 views)
- Normal E36 issues - kfister 2008-05-03 16:17:42 (37 views)

Locked myself out- Need help fast! - ky7s 2008-04-30 20:47:25 (21 views)
- Use the remote! - kfister 2008-05-01 10:22:16 (18 views)
  - Re: Use the remote! - ky7s 2008-05-01 11:41:14 (20 views)
    - Re: Use the remote! - kfister 2008-05-01 15:54:37 (12 views)
      - Re: Use the remote! - ky7s 2008-05-02 03:43:40 (18 views)
        
        No worries about security - kfister 2008-05-02 07:59:57 (13 views)

Bimmerfest Discount - downernsp 2008-05-01 16:42:42 (9 views)

Three beeps from instrument cluster? - ky7s 2008-04-28 17:27:58 (35 views)
- Re: Three beeps from instrument cluster? - adrianm3 2008-04-28 17:44:08 (29 views)
  - Re: Three beeps from instrument cluster? - kfister 2008-04-29 15:29:55 (34 views)
    - yeah, that fixed it. - ky7s 2008-04-30 10:35:29 (18 views)

Horn quietly chirping away - adrianm3 2008-04-28 17:42:12 (24 views)
- Alarm - kfister 2008-04-29 09:37:54 (19 views)
  - Re: Alarm - adrianm3 2008-04-29 12:17:50 (22 views)
    - Re: Alarm - kfister 2008-04-29 15:28:31 (23 views)

'95 318i Intermittant Driveability - tezmanian 2008-03-28 15:42:14 (91 views)
- Dumb question - kfister 2008-04-03 02:01:05 (41 views)
  - Re: Dumb question - tezmanian 2008-04-03 21:42:14 (35 views)
    - Re: Dumb question - tezmanian 2008-04-08 22:22:09 (25 views)
      - Yes it should leave a code. - kfister 2008-04-09 03:49:52 (34 views)
        
        Re: Yes it should leave a code. - tezmanian 2008-04-13 21:33:42 (50 views)
        
        Wish they tried harder - kfister 2008-04-14 21:14:30 (53 views)
        
        Re: Wish they tried harder - tezmanian 2008-04-14 22:13:09 (35 views)
        
        Re: Wish they tried harder - tezmanian 2008-04-28 19:08:38 (20 views)
- Re: '95 318i Intermittant Driveability - tezmanian 2008-04-02 19:39:21 (42 views)

cracked head - swiskes 2008-04-28 14:08:20 (34 views)

New in BimmerBoard - sakukurata 2008-04-10 14:01:25 (53 views)
- Re: New in BimmerBoard - e30dreams 2008-04-27 17:01:45 (21 views)
- Re: New in BimmerBoard - zondervanus 2008-04-24 17:53:30 (21 views)
- Re: New in BimmerBoard - kfister 2008-04-11 02:57:31 (52 views)

E36 convertible question. - bimmernut2 2008-04-25 21:10:55 (55 views)
- Found on internet. Reinitializing convertible top. - kfister 2008-04-26 02:04:10 (41 views)
  - Good stuff Ken, where did you find it? Pictures would help (nt) - bimmernut2 2008-04-26 09:56:00 (30 views)
    - You have mail sir - kfister 2008-04-26 16:09:54 (28 views)

750 and 535 owner here looking at a 95 318I - Paparon 2008-04-25 17:05:20 (17 views)

Numbers Build Of All Of The E36 Variations (url) - shogun 2008-04-24 06:00:40 (48 views)

where can I find interior color codes? (pic) - bimmernut2 2008-04-22 20:17:17 (34 views)

M50 slight misfire problem - andyrob 2008-04-21 17:11:51 (34 views)

NEED SUNROOF MOTOR! - STAR 2008-04-21 00:34:31 (26 views)
- I think you can use any from a car built after 9/91. (nt) - kfister 2008-04-21 10:57:21 (36 views)

Cabin Filters - STAR 2008-04-17 15:04:29 (38 views)
- Remove glovebox - kfister 2008-04-18 07:56:57 (34 views)
  - Re: Remove glovebox - STAR 2008-04-21 00:24:30 (32 views)

97 E36 Trunk Does Not Open! - iabudaye 2008-03-29 19:29:14 (92 views)
- Re: 97 E36 Trunk Does Not Open! - iabudaye 2008-03-31 21:56:25 (79 views)
  - Re: 97 E36 Trunk Does Not Open! - adrianm3 2008-04-11 12:07:08 (53 views)
    - Re: 97 E36 Trunk Does Not Open! - adrianm3 2008-04-13 13:01:13 (59 views)
      - Re: 97 E36 Trunk Does Not Open! - iabudaye 2008-04-14 23:57:43 (37 views)

wierd switch - shagrat69 2008-04-11 20:41:29 (42 views)
- If you want to give the part number of the switch I'll look it up - kfister 2008-04-12 10:52:58 (30 views)
  - Re: If you want to give the part number of the switch I'll look it up - shagrat69 2008-04-12 21:12:56 (40 views)
    - Could be a brake light kill. - kfister 2008-04-12 22:58:58 (31 views)
      - Re: Could be a brake light kill. (pic) (url) - shagrat69 2008-04-13 17:36:55 (29 views)
        
        here's the #'s - shagrat69 2008-04-13 17:50:57 (20 views)
        
        found what it is - shagrat69 2008-04-13 18:00:55 (55 views)
        
        Funny!! (pic) - kfister 2008-04-13 19:22:00 (68 views)
        
        Re: Funny!! - shagrat69 2008-04-13 19:45:50 (41 views)
        
        Maybe the owners manual shows/explains? - kfister 2008-04-13 20:02:48 (28 views)

HELP TDS LOWER FUEL PROBLEM - logan5 2008-04-13 07:33:17 (62 views)

98 bmw factory sunroof wind deflector problem - 96realwe 2008-04-12 01:14:34 (34 views)

Hidden antenna - bobcat2k 2008-04-11 10:44:56 (41 views)
- Sounds like just a wire - kfister 2008-04-11 18:58:51 (37 views)

Radio reception doesn't live up to my expectations for a Bimmer - bobcat2k 2008-04-02 13:37:46 (78 views)
- Re: Radio reception doesn't live up to my expectations for a Bimmer - bobcat2k 2008-04-11 10:40:19 (49 views)
- They work great, what are you talking about - kfister 2008-04-03 02:06:05 (36 views)
  - Re: They work great, what are you talking about - bobcat2k 2008-04-03 13:54:37 (36 views)
    - Re: They work great, what are you talking about - shagrat69 2008-04-03 18:03:12 (26 views)
      - You may be able to repair the broken lines. - kfister 2008-04-03 19:06:30 (51 views)
        
        Re: You may be able to repair the broken lines. - shagrat69 2008-04-03 20:02:15 (53 views)

Silence, please - bobcat2k 2008-04-07 10:59:24 (54 views)
- You are right - kfister 2008-04-07 14:16:15 (46 views)
  - Re: You are right - bobcat2k 2008-04-07 14:30:15 (35 views)
    - Probably a signal is stuck - kfister 2008-04-07 15:02:21 (27 views)
      - Re: Probably a signal is stuck - bobcat2k 2008-04-07 16:10:37 (25 views)
        
        Re: Probably a signal is stuck - bobcat2k 2008-04-08 11:07:11 (41 views)
        
        I don't think it's fun to get the mechanical part of the lock off the column - kfister 2008-04-08 16:09:11 (37 views)
        
        Re: I don't think it's fun to get the mechanical part of the lock off the column - bobcat2k 2008-04-09 10:21:21 (39 views)
        
        Re: I don't think it's fun to get the mechanical part of the lock off the column - bobcat2k 2008-04-10 09:55:20 (24 views)
        
        See these instructions - kfister 2008-04-10 23:10:03 (28 views)
        
        Re: See these instructions - bobcat2k 2008-04-11 09:31:03 (38 views)

fenders for a '93 325is - ljkd13 89 325is 2008-04-08 22:51:28 (27 views)
- car-part.com - kfister 2008-04-09 03:51:12 (27 views)

wont start - opena 2008-03-14 19:12:31 (92 views)
- what car - kfister 2008-03-16 20:52:35 (80 views)
  - Re: what car - jetman43 2008-04-02 20:54:57 (53 views)
    - remove the obc - kfister 2008-04-03 01:55:43 (58 views)
      - Re: remove the obc - jetman43 2008-04-07 19:58:27 (55 views)

Has anyone considered/done an in dash computer? - ky7s 2008-03-19 13:27:15 (69 views)
- Found this 1997 328i with the same setup I'm looking for (url) - ky7s 2008-03-23 15:13:40 (97 views)
  - I thought about a few things. - kfister 2008-03-23 18:57:01 (44 views)
    - Re: I thought about a few things. - ky7s 2008-04-04 08:46:02 (33 views)
      - That looks cute - kfister 2008-04-06 16:29:53 (27 views)

M50 ecu and 3 ign coils for sale (nt) - Vern 2008-04-04 19:06:32 (62 views)
- over there >>>for sale board (nt) - Vern 2008-04-04 19:07:02 (49 views)

position of offset on control arm bushings - shagrat69 2008-04-02 14:58:32 (51 views)
- Line up the marks on c/arm and bushing - kfister 2008-04-03 01:58:41 (35 views)
  - Re: Line up the marks on c/arm and bushing - shagrat69 2008-04-03 16:16:12 (32 views)

Question about swap - madmaze 2008-04-01 08:36:55 (51 views)
- I had a Z31 turbo, also - kfister 2008-04-02 07:28:59 (33 views)

trunk cd player - batman1 2008-04-01 10:55:27 (43 views)

1995 M3 OBD1 problems - bethlehemmotor 2008-03-25 02:42:52 (63 views)
- Which scanners? - kfister 2008-03-25 22:31:16 (76 views)
  - Re: Which scanners? - bethlehemmotor 2008-03-26 01:16:38 (48 views)
    - I don't know those, except for the snap on, - kfister 2008-03-26 03:13:21 (45 views)
      - Re: I don't know those, except for the snap on, - bethlehemmotor 2008-03-26 13:19:40 (35 views)
        
        It works on my 540i which is an M3.3 DME - kfister 2008-03-26 21:48:12 (46 views)
        
        Re: It works on my 540i which is an M3.3 DME - bethlehemmotor 2008-03-26 23:15:34 (36 views)
        
        Stomp test/blinking check engine light (nt) - kfister 2008-03-26 23:23:24 (47 views)
        
        Re: Stomp test/blinking check engine light - bethlehemmotor 2008-03-26 23:46:24 (43 views)
        
        I thought you wanted to read codes - kfister 2008-03-27 00:55:20 (41 views)
        
        Re: I thought you wanted to read codes - bethlehemmotor 2008-03-27 01:19:20 (40 views)
        
        The airbag is a lot easier to deal with - kfister 2008-03-27 11:35:03 (36 views)

Carpet replacement... lots o fun... (url) - Mgood 2008-03-26 18:21:41 (76 views)
- Used or new carpet? - kfister 2008-03-26 23:24:53 (44 views)

front suspension - glesga 2008-03-25 17:41:28 (85 views)
- Re: front suspension - kfister 2008-03-26 03:15:31 (51 views)

need front end parts for e36 silver m3 sedan - ccaneiro 2008-03-19 20:35:12 (52 views)
- Bav auto has some of it - ky7s 2008-03-22 12:48:57 (33 views)
  - US List prices - kfister 2008-03-23 12:16:41 (55 views)
    - Re: US List prices - ky7s 2008-03-23 14:57:13 (31 views)
      - The dealer sheet metal comes coated with black primer. - kfister 2008-03-23 18:49:17 (32 views)
- Used parts will never match, especially silver - kfister 2008-03-20 01:42:13 (37 views)

94 318is problem with pwr windows - 318isdriver 2008-01-22 11:42:28 (153 views)
- your problem is with the door latch. lubricate and your problem will most likely - Mgood 2008-03-06 13:31:22 (92 views)
- Re: 94 318is problem with pwr windows - philisme 2008-02-12 00:50:34 (108 views)
  - Re: 94 318is problem with pwr windows (pic) - applelee916 2008-03-22 00:52:26 (85 views)

Window keeps droping lite turns on. Whats wrong? - applelee916 2008-03-22 00:46:05 (64 views)

noise in front - bobcat2k 2008-02-26 10:22:08 (116 views)
- Re: noise in front - adrianm3 2008-03-06 16:19:14 (101 views)
  - Re: noise in front - bobcat2k 2008-03-12 21:11:58 (55 views)
    - Re: noise in front - kfister 2008-03-15 19:39:33 (57 views)

Vacuum hoses - robingru 2008-03-13 13:11:03 (66 views)
- Re: Vacuum hoses - kfister 2008-03-15 19:38:52 (62 views)

silicon throttle body boot - shagrat69 2008-03-10 10:06:25 (101 views)

RUFF rear shock mounts - shagrat69 2008-03-08 19:25:26 (75 views)
- Nice - kfister 2008-03-09 00:34:33 (61 views)
  - Re: Nice - shagrat69 2008-03-10 02:05:25 (85 views)

Found some nice walkthrough instructions (url) - ky7s 2008-03-08 12:25:14 (181 views)

Question about fuel gauge - ky7s 2008-03-07 08:36:43 (62 views)
- It sounds like the level sensor. - kfister 2008-03-08 08:41:44 (61 views)

Car seat installation: need top tethers to anchor car aeat - mlutz 2008-03-06 18:31:47 (96 views)
- You can probably DIY - kfister 2008-03-06 18:47:32 (75 views)
  - Re: You can probably DIY - mlutz 2008-03-07 09:38:52 (62 views)
    - Re: You can probably DIY - kfister 2008-03-07 17:39:57 (68 views)

Charging system issues on 1996 328i - ky7s 2008-01-27 20:20:35 (168 views)
- Update on this - ky7s 2008-03-05 19:50:24 (98 views)
  - Re: Update on this - ky7s 2008-03-07 08:30:55 (81 views)
  - have you checked with Max @ Oembimmerparts.com ? - Mgood 2008-03-06 13:16:49 (57 views)
- Re: Charging system issues on 1996 328i - STAR 2008-02-02 13:52:03 (124 views)
- Have a look at the alternator, change voltage regulator - shogun 2008-01-28 02:20:16 (128 views)
  - How hard is it to remove it - ky7s 2008-01-28 09:28:51 (92 views)
    - you are most likely correct on this, but it seems the days of alternator / start - Mgood 2008-03-06 13:23:09 (66 views)

Eliminating microfilter? - adrianm3 2008-03-06 16:30:57 (109 views)
- You might regret it - kfister 2008-03-06 18:46:25 (88 views)

NEED HELP!! ON A BRAKE QUESTION???? - jps1999m3 2008-01-29 21:32:21 (134 views)
- Re: NEED HELP!! ON A BRAKE QUESTION???? - philisme 2008-02-12 00:46:03 (100 views)
  - stop yelling.... again. (nt) - Mgood 2008-03-06 13:26:22 (57 views)

shouldn't the head light switch on e36 light up when - bimmernut2 2008-03-02 19:46:01 (104 views)
- There is a bulb burnt out. - kfister 2008-03-04 14:09:26 (117 views)
  - thanks Ken...now to figure our how to get to it (nt) - bimmernut2 2008-03-04 22:21:39 (104 views)
    - Under the 'lip' of the dash underneath the switch there should be a small screw. (nt) - kfister 2008-03-04 22:51:41 (102 views)
      - Remove that screw and pull the switch out - kfister 2008-03-04 22:52:13 (102 views)
        
        that's right- the screw under the unit... you'll see. i never understood - Mgood 2008-03-06 13:19:06 (79 views)
- i dont think it does- i think there is one bulb for the surround- - Mgood 2008-03-03 15:42:03 (93 views)

3181s vs 325 exhaust systems - simonb 2008-03-06 01:14:16 (82 views)

squeaky steering wheel - stephanie 2008-02-11 19:01:15 (199 views)
- sounds like you have two issues. Squeeking wheels are a common issue, - Mgood 2008-03-03 15:48:40 (158 views)
- Re: squeaky steering wheel - philisme 2008-02-12 00:57:15 (164 views)
  - Re: squeaky steering wheel - stephanie 2008-02-12 19:52:07 (143 views)
    - Re: squeaky steering wheel - philisme 2008-02-12 22:11:25 (122 views)
      - Re: squeaky steering wheel - stephanie 2008-02-13 17:10:34 (130 views)
        
        Re: squeaky steering wheel - philisme 2008-02-15 02:23:30 (98 views)
        
        Re: squeaky steering wheel - stephanie 2008-02-15 12:57:26 (110 views)
        
        Re: squeaky steering wheel - philisme 2008-02-19 13:22:23 (105 views)
        
        Re: squeaky steering wheel - stephanie 2008-02-28 08:33:29 (117 views)

transmission - automatic/manual mode - rngaddy 2008-02-27 18:53:21 (105 views)
- best advice i can give you based on the limited info given is to give - Mgood 2008-03-03 15:44:04 (99 views)
- Re: transmission - automatic/manual mode - surfwooder 2008-03-03 12:28:57 (74 views)

fault code 41 - jeffrey 2008-02-28 13:58:24 (71 views)

Posted Camshaft Alignment Tool & tensioner in FS. (nt) - visionbmw7 2008-02-27 15:09:48 (108 views)

selling my '92 325i - meggielyssa 2008-02-25 17:31:14 (105 views)

Greetings - 733er 2008-02-20 15:20:44 (73 views)
- Re: Greetings - philisme 2008-02-22 12:07:44 (96 views)

recoding key fobs, can anyone help?? - robcurtis 2008-02-21 05:16:46 (145 views)
- Which key fob?? - kfister 2008-02-21 21:43:41 (138 views)

94 325 Hood Cable Broke - michael810 2008-02-15 15:08:47 (92 views)

Vibrations - beds 2008-02-14 14:46:58 (124 views)
- Re: Vibrations - philisme 2008-02-15 01:51:24 (85 views)

2 Blow or not 2 Blow - f1wheels 2008-02-14 21:56:28 (139 views)
- Re: 2 Blow or not 2 Blow - philisme 2008-02-15 01:49:50 (74 views)

HELP ON MY E36 328 COUPE - bmw328bear 2008-01-13 08:17:30 (217 views)
- Re: HELP ON MY E36 328 COUPE - philisme 2008-02-12 00:54:05 (98 views)
- Re: HELP ON MY E36 328 COUPE - bmw328bear 2008-01-13 19:08:27 (134 views)
  - Re: HELP ON MY E36 328 COUPE - kfister 2008-01-14 23:20:37 (124 views)
    - Please stop 'YELLING' all caps are considered yelling, and are hard to read, (url) - Mgood 2008-01-15 17:12:33 (122 views)
- Welcome! The cover won't help. - kfister 2008-01-13 18:21:43 (106 views)
  - Re: Welcome! The cover won't help. - bmw328bear 2008-01-13 18:55:33 (110 views)

Knocking sound - oliverliebnz 2008-01-22 03:58:45 (168 views)
- Re: Knocking sound - philisme 2008-02-12 00:35:48 (127 views)
- Re: Knocking sound - STAR 2008-02-02 14:11:27 (105 views)

Ignition Stuck in On Position - STAR 2008-02-05 23:26:45 (118 views)
- Claim against the shop's insurance - kfister 2008-02-06 01:13:14 (96 views)
  - Re: Claim against the shop's insurance - STAR 2008-02-09 10:51:19 (89 views)

Removal of plastic seat back - f1wheels 2008-01-31 23:43:23 (116 views)
- Re: Removal of plastic seat back - STAR 2008-02-02 13:41:48 (123 views)
  - Re: Removal of plastic seat back - f1wheels 2008-02-03 11:50:22 (92 views)
    - Re: Removal of plastic seat back - STAR 2008-02-05 23:12:26 (116 views)