The 3 Series E36 Forum

Coupe window - thefague 2005-05-30 12:18:16 (802 views)
- Re: Coupe window - ruskiy 2006-01-17 22:10:41 (446 views)
  - Re: Coupe window - nickd 2006-03-16 22:07:26 (410 views)
    - Re: Coupe window - nickd 2006-03-16 22:09:32 (356 views)

help with Floor flooding - msgkrbrown 2005-06-13 11:46:55 (715 views)
- Re: help with Floor flooding - michael656 2005-07-02 18:59:04 (642 views)
  - Re: help with Floor flooding - pedrovaz 2006-03-09 22:44:01 (369 views)
  - Re: help with Floor flooding - msgkrbrown 2005-07-15 13:41:53 (604 views)
    - Re: help with Floor flooding - bbensten 2005-10-10 13:10:07 (481 views)
- Check the sunroof drains to see if they're clogged. (nt) - davidc 2005-06-13 23:46:48 (761 views)

secondary air injector code p1421 - tugman3461 2005-05-17 18:45:19 (1647 views)
- Re: secondary air injector code p1421 - tugman3461 2005-06-23 00:09:31 (1317 views)
  - Re: secondary air injector code p1421 - ruskiy 2006-01-17 22:00:07 (864 views)
  - Re: secondary air injector code p1421 - ruskiy 2006-01-03 12:57:36 (705 views)

New to E36 Community (pic) - derekva 2004-09-03 15:47:11 (1557 views)
- Re: New to E36 Community - p318i 2004-11-10 09:04:44 (1046 views)
- Nice looking car! Congrats! (url) - davidc 2004-09-03 20:56:06 (898 views)
  - Brake upgrade? - derekva 2004-09-07 10:53:38 (1151 views)
    - Re: Brake upgrade? - msgkrbrown 2005-11-04 09:07:29 (396 views)
  - Re: Nice looking car! Congrats! - derekva 2004-09-03 23:25:19 (806 views)
    - Re: Nice looking car! Congrats! - casebrius 2004-09-26 22:59:21 (721 views)

OBD2 codes P1250 AND P0455 - roberam 2004-09-16 00:15:51 (4470 views)
- Re: OBD2 codes P1250 AND P0455 - elsewhere 2005-09-13 12:28:03 (2330 views)
- Re: OBD2 codes P1250 AND P0455 - rickman 2004-10-04 22:50:19 (4676 views)

Subject: AMSOIL FOR MY 740iL ? - jugmo 2004-09-15 08:56:48 (696 views)
- they have oil just for us - bavariancowboy 2005-09-09 13:11:46 (373 views)

power door lock problem - budey 2005-04-18 20:16:07 (1161 views)
- Re: power door lock problem - bubba 2005-08-16 10:28:02 (530 views)
- Re: power door lock problem - chazarelli 2005-08-04 07:15:57 (573 views)
- Re: power door lock problem - blackvegasbimmer 2005-07-21 17:05:08 (606 views)
- Re: power door lock problem - steadyvw 2005-06-10 07:36:39 (659 views)

Windows/Sunroof dead, idea? - rmalone25 2005-04-12 21:29:23 (771 views)
- Re: Windows/Sunroof dead, idea? - rmalone25 2005-04-12 21:29:57 (671 views)
  - Re: Windows/Sunroof dead, idea? - denreill 2005-05-14 20:10:10 (645 views)
    - Re: Windows/Sunroof dead, idea? (url) - tpolcyn443 2005-08-07 22:05:19 (510 views)

check engine lignt, but no codes show up - pataling2000 2005-05-20 10:14:24 (652 views)
- Re: check engine lignt, but no codes show up - tpolcyn443 2005-08-07 22:01:28 (492 views)
- Re: check engine lignt, but no codes show up - tpolcyn443 2005-08-07 22:01:28 (416 views)

Electric window motor problem - mickanic 2005-06-05 13:50:09 (820 views)
- Re: Electric window motor problem - batman1for02 2005-07-20 21:46:54 (602 views)
  - Re: Electric window motor problem (url) - tpolcyn443 2005-08-07 21:58:24 (704 views)

E36 Repair Tips online (url) - shogun 2005-03-11 11:44:48 (1558 views)
- Re: E36 Repair Tips online - sorren 2005-07-29 08:43:25 (539 views)

325 seat recliner gearbox - crakln 2005-01-09 01:37:28 (863 views)
- Re: 328 seat recliner gearbox - butchslip 2005-02-11 21:02:14 (827 views)
  - Re: 328 seat recliner gearbox - mrydel 2005-07-14 14:54:58 (403 views)
- These should be readily available at salvage yards. Try e38.org for a list. (nt) - davidc 2005-01-09 03:02:45 (721 views)

Wind noise - mitch48 2005-03-14 22:29:20 (945 views)
- Re: Wind noise - pataling2000 2005-05-20 10:16:37 (549 views)
- Is the sunroof sealing properly? (nt) - davidc 2005-03-15 13:32:12 (699 views)
  - Re: Is the sunroof sealing properly? - ricko 2005-06-28 18:40:53 (529 views)
    - Re: Is the sunroof sealing properly? - pete05 2005-07-07 17:42:37 (570 views)
  - Re: Is the sunroof sealing properly? - mitch48 2005-03-15 14:11:13 (582 views)
    - The front edge should be approximately 1mm below the roof surface, - davidc 2005-03-15 21:01:50 (646 views)
      - Re: The front edge should be approximately 1mm below the roof surface, - roger 2005-03-21 21:35:18 (634 views)
        
        The windshield is original, ASAIK - mitch48 2005-03-25 15:38:16 (773 views)
        
        good point, why not original? - pataling2000 2005-05-19 09:32:30 (519 views)

Can Anyone give feedback on replacing a convertible window? - hoemanlew 2005-02-15 12:00:22 (1140 views)
- Re: Can Anyone give feedback on replacing a convertible window? - roger 2005-02-16 21:55:37 (1047 views)
  - Re: Can Anyone give feedback on replacing a convertible window? - hoemanlew 2005-02-23 18:34:41 (973 views)
    - Re: Can Anyone give feedback on replacing a convertible window? - roger 2005-02-25 21:04:40 (854 views)
  - here are some explosion drawings (url) - shogun 2005-02-21 00:53:25 (1010 views)
    - Re: here are some explosion drawings - michael656 2005-07-02 19:01:25 (544 views)

Pass window rolls up when in 1st gear...? - ls1inoc 2005-06-14 14:11:28 (491 views)
- Re: Pass window rolls up when in 1st gear...? - crash8168 2005-06-24 16:53:53 (439 views)

remote key fob initializing - tomfoolery 2005-06-14 00:19:59 (1307 views)

E36 93' fog lights - vaderdanny 2005-06-13 21:11:46 (523 views)

ABS light staying on - jandos 2005-06-07 14:03:26 (730 views)
- It could be dirty sensors in the wheel hubs, or rusted teeth - davidc 2005-06-07 20:31:33 (642 views)
  - A lot of problems are caused by poor electrical connections or bad batteries, - davidc 2005-06-07 20:33:04 (602 views)

ABS light - socal325 2005-05-28 01:16:59 (671 views)
- Do you have a lot of rust on the teeth in the hubs? - davidc 2005-05-31 16:42:46 (607 views)
  - Re: Do you have a lot of rust on the teeth in the hubs? - socal325 2005-06-02 00:58:47 (480 views)
    - People have written good things about the Peake tools (url) - davidc 2005-06-02 16:15:52 (604 views)
      - Re: People have written good things about the Peake tools - socal325 2005-06-07 13:49:29 (645 views)
        
        That's odd. What's the purpose of their R5/SRS tool? (url) - davidc 2005-06-07 20:28:37 (722 views)

best of the E36 - naurod 2005-06-03 21:30:09 (647 views)
- 328i is your best bet. The pre 96 ones were a little - kingdom7 2005-06-06 02:17:55 (896 views)
  - Make sure to check the history also as you can see - kingdom7 2005-06-06 02:23:21 (554 views)

M3 camshafts - dmftuning 2005-06-02 10:08:08 (466 views)

adding refridgerant to '94 318i - netdude 2005-05-31 11:42:05 (599 views)
- If you've still got 30psi in the system, I don't see a reason - davidc 2005-05-31 16:49:19 (592 views)
  - Re: If you've still got 30psi in the system, I don't see a reason - netdude 2005-05-31 16:55:30 (560 views)

E36 Service lights and brake fluid change light - hibsy11 2005-05-23 14:20:45 (809 views)
- Do you mean the brake pad wear sensor light? (nt) - davidc 2005-05-31 16:50:36 (661 views)
- Re: E36 Service lights and brake fluid change light - ifixm 2005-05-31 16:49:52 (632 views)

1997 318i Rear Differential - Check Level & Fill? - nisky1 2005-05-29 18:46:52 (551 views)
- There should be a fill/drain plug on the side of the differential - davidc 2005-05-31 16:45:27 (500 views)

1997 318i Rear Coil Springs Broken - nisky1 2005-05-29 18:52:43 (594 views)

fan cutting in and out - purplejujubean 2005-05-27 19:51:26 (526 views)

e36 325i vs. 328i - kingdom7 2005-05-24 01:33:27 (782 views)
- I think those problems are persistent throughout the production years - davidc 2005-05-24 13:52:47 (577 views)
  - Doesn't it make you sick though how they can roll back the ODO? - kingdom7 2005-05-25 02:02:36 (1040 views)

exhaust - rubber canister? - apaddock 2005-05-19 17:28:21 (458 views)
- Re: exhaust - rubber canister? (pic) - apaddock 2005-05-23 11:15:41 (490 views)

CONDENSER - valen1239 2005-05-22 17:53:31 (490 views)

help!!!!!!!!!!! - navar 2005-05-21 16:51:13 (582 views)

Donations welcomed and the new donations forum (url) - davidc 2005-05-20 11:42:20 (394 views)

Help with Power Steering Flush - netdude 2005-03-06 15:08:03 (872 views)
- Re: Help with Power Steering Flush - pataling2000 2005-05-20 10:30:15 (613 views)

Where can I find a harness bar for a m3 sedan? - m3gorn 2005-05-18 15:18:59 (545 views)
- Re: Where can I find a harness bar for a m3 sedan? - pataling2000 2005-05-20 10:27:44 (504 views)

weight limit - yesyesohyey 2005-05-19 07:28:35 (441 views)
- It should be posted on the inside driver's door panel. (nt) - davidc 2005-05-19 14:17:06 (469 views)

looking to build e36 - twrhnd3 2005-05-19 12:41:11 (535 views)
- The salvage companies listed at www.e38.org will have them. (nt) - davidc 2005-05-19 14:16:41 (689 views)

harmonica like sound from the dash at 85 mph - pataling2000 2005-05-19 08:17:33 (580 views)

Speedometer only works sometimes, 325i - tappers 2005-05-18 08:55:24 (482 views)

Infinity Basslink trade? (pic) - B. Wheaton 2005-05-18 00:25:54 (440 views)

Need help with installing control arms on '96 328 ic - subwaytom 2005-05-05 15:27:55 (553 views)
- Re: Need help with installing control arms on '96 328 ic - tugman3461 2005-05-17 19:04:35 (602 views)

Interior Heating Problem - beedge 2005-05-12 04:55:13 (694 views)
- Re: Interior Heating Problem - beedge 2005-05-16 06:26:09 (650 views)
  - That's a common issue on a lot of BMW's. I've had to replace it - davidc 2005-05-17 15:08:00 (648 views)

erratic idle - jandos 2005-05-01 15:18:47 (856 views)
- Re: erratic idle - meharris 2005-05-13 17:41:58 (750 views)
- Re: erratic idle - kgreene 2005-05-02 18:22:35 (744 views)
  - Re: erratic idle - jandos 2005-05-15 14:27:18 (689 views)
  - Re: erratic idle - jandos 2005-05-02 19:00:36 (581 views)

intermintant wheel vibration 318ti - harryo 2005-04-08 15:36:56 (584 views)
- Re: intermintant wheel vibration 318ti - meharris 2005-05-13 17:38:02 (486 views)

CD changer for 96 328I - pmcspfld 2005-05-12 20:17:08 (573 views)
- Re: CD changer for 96 328I - kgreene 2005-05-12 20:35:43 (502 views)

Anyone know about Hamburgtechnic.net BMW Parts? Place seems odd, unsure. - bmwicked 2005-05-11 14:29:40 (943 views)

obc reset - budd1jsr 2004-12-23 09:58:18 (936 views)

Honda key stuck in M3 car door lock - raketex 2005-05-01 23:27:45 (664 views)

OBD 2 codes update - roberam 2004-10-06 21:05:39 (1699 views)
- odb 2 codes p1421 and p1423 - fraeulein 2005-04-21 20:13:43 (1519 views)
  - Re: odb 2 codes p1421 and p1423 - kgreene 2005-04-22 20:19:04 (1651 views)
- Glad it was a simple fix. Thanks for sharing. (nt) - davidc 2004-10-08 16:23:29 (1307 views)

Excessive road noise - trutrac 2005-04-17 11:09:15 (597 views)
- How excessive is excessive? Yes, the combination of - davidc 2005-04-18 00:14:48 (579 views)
  - Re: How excessive is excessive? Yes, the combination of - trutrac 2005-04-19 16:01:41 (543 views)

chips - m3gorn 2005-04-13 13:09:57 (591 views)
- Lots of folks like the chip/CAI from DinanBMW.com (nt) - davidc 2005-04-14 02:49:59 (618 views)

Interior heat problems - budey 2005-04-10 08:53:42 (698 views)
- Any kind of 'radiator stop leak' is ill-advised for our bimmers. - davidc 2005-04-12 17:41:43 (650 views)
  - Re: Any kind of 'radiator stop leak' is ill-advised for our bimmers. - budey 2005-04-13 16:46:11 (551 views)
- Re: Interior heat problems - kgreene 2005-04-10 09:17:37 (604 views)
  - Re: Interior heat problems - budey 2005-04-10 09:31:52 (574 views)

Check engine error code P0340 - coolwood 2005-04-02 09:19:39 (6504 views)
- Re: Check engine error code P0340 - kgreene 2005-04-03 06:38:16 (3585 views)
  - Re: Check engine error code P0340 - coolwood 2005-04-08 19:56:52 (2669 views)

323i - rich 2005-03-30 02:58:10 (587 views)

E36 M3 buying guide (url) - shogun 2005-03-26 08:40:21 (2134 views)

328i e36 ABS and AIR-BAG LIGHT - rjohaar 2005-03-09 03:20:37 (879 views)
- They probably removed the seat while the battery was (url) - davidc 2005-03-10 23:49:14 (762 views)
- probably a loose cable - shogun 2005-03-10 23:49:13 (698 views)

Check engine light code P1423 - wilma 2005-03-08 15:11:03 (1240 views)
- Re: Check engine light code P1423 - kgreene 2005-03-08 19:58:38 (1231 views)

vibration - yesyesohyey 2005-02-27 13:35:15 (743 views)
- Re: vibration - kgreene 2005-02-27 14:23:31 (600 views)
  - Re: vibration - yesyesohyey 2005-03-07 12:26:50 (588 views)

Help with Replacing Fuel Filter - netdude 2005-03-06 15:13:30 (864 views)
- Re: Help with Replacing Fuel Filter (url) - kgreene 2005-03-06 19:17:28 (842 views)
- Normally, the fuel filter is located on the underside of the (url) - davidc 2005-03-06 19:17:03 (808 views)
  - For additional reference... (url) - davidc 2005-03-06 19:21:25 (611 views)

Starting problems only when hot - daboheme 2005-02-08 02:21:29 (731 views)
- Re: Starting problems only when hot - roger 2005-02-16 21:58:44 (667 views)
  - Re: Starting problems only when hot - daboheme 2005-02-17 08:17:16 (647 views)
    - Re: Starting problems only when hot - roger 2005-02-17 22:07:35 (546 views)

Help w/ rear shocks - netdude 2005-02-11 12:52:08 (662 views)
- Easy job, try this link. (url) - Bob 325 2005-02-13 12:48:10 (683 views)

Alpina B3 3.0 1993 model. what type of car is this? - ))))nadeem(((( 2005-01-25 13:26:18 (840 views)
- Re: Alpina B3 3.0 1993 model. what type of car is this? - andyg 2005-02-09 06:31:57 (761 views)

How to change AC cont. unit from 93-98 (pic) - ))))nadeem(((( 2005-01-29 04:08:55 (875 views)
- Based on experience with other bimmers, I'd say it's just a swap (nt) - davidc 2005-02-04 13:30:54 (619 views)

Did you lose your keys? If anyone on the board - Q 2005-02-03 17:56:13 (530 views)

325i - 1993, Alpina look alike with 90,000 kms, waht is good price? (pic) - ))))nadeem(((( 2005-01-27 15:26:01 (971 views)

Question on wheel sizing in relation to performance - m5james 2005-01-26 18:53:27 (605 views)

325 Ignition Kill - Please Help! - brewdog1973 2004-12-06 21:52:23 (1065 views)
- Re: 325 Ignition Kill - Please Help! - ifixm 2004-12-08 06:59:55 (804 views)
  - That's better than having a bad ignition switch! (nt) - davidc 2004-12-08 23:12:52 (827 views)
- The key spins freely in the ignition? - davidc 2004-12-07 18:55:21 (900 views)
  - Re: The key spins freely in the ignition? - roger 2005-01-24 06:47:03 (946 views)

Need a used Bosch Motronic ECU - bobcio 2005-01-17 01:05:38 (813 views)
- Re: Need a used Bosch Motronic ECU - edgemotorworks 2005-01-19 17:23:44 (857 views)

E36 Blower Resistor - ajgersh 2004-09-14 13:44:27 (2160 views)
- Re: E36 Blower Resistor - keithrouse 2005-01-14 19:34:41 (1432 views)
  - Re: E36 Blower Resistor - ajgersh 2005-01-14 23:48:10 (1353 views)

automatic transmission - bartelsmeyer 2005-01-05 09:12:46 (981 views)
- Change the fluid/filter every 50,000 miles and avoid those - davidc 2005-01-05 21:35:31 (1081 views)

car will not run wright after sudden stops - budd1jsr 2004-12-23 10:18:36 (651 views)
- Hard to say without seeing it. Here are some easy things to check. (url) - davidc 2005-01-04 13:26:15 (586 views)

What is the diameter of front headlight len? - bom 2004-12-20 10:06:35 (548 views)

New to Bimmerboard- Door panel question (pic) - toplessinok 2004-11-24 15:53:10 (1271 views)
- Re: New to Bimmerboard- Door panel question (pic) - toplessinok 2004-11-29 20:10:46 (1065 views)
  - I see. About the only thing you can do is replace it, either with a new - davidc 2004-11-29 23:20:44 (833 views)
    - New ones are here, Where are the speaker Cutouts? - toplessinok 2004-12-06 23:43:08 (826 views)
      - Can you use your originals as a template? (nt) - davidc 2004-12-07 18:53:28 (701 views)
        
        Door panel questions - aftermarket speaker options? - toplessinok 2004-12-08 09:56:47 (909 views)
- Looks great in the photo. Please show a pic of the panel area in question. (nt) - davidc 2004-11-27 23:21:25 (785 views)

save money - batman1for02 2004-07-17 14:35:05 (829 views)
- Re: save money - dpowell126 2004-11-28 15:20:33 (589 views)
  - It sounds like the float in the tank might be stuck. (nt) - davidc 2004-11-29 23:21:45 (595 views)
- Just curious. Where do you go to get BMW certified and (m) - davidc 2004-07-27 15:02:32 (844 views)

Cargo net for E36 - driverm3bk 2004-10-21 20:08:03 (632 views)
- I know one's available for the e46 (url) - davidc 2004-10-26 10:57:31 (611 views)
  - Re: I know one's available for the e46 - rawcar2long 2004-11-04 11:50:56 (555 views)

Vibration in center console - bimmerhead 2004-10-31 20:42:16 (750 views)
- Re: Vibration in center console - ifixm 2004-11-01 17:50:56 (728 views)

Help E36 M3 serpentine belt broke, fan won't turn. Probably need to replace th - driverm3bk 2004-10-22 19:15:04 (988 views)
- Re: Help E36 M3 serpentine belt broke, fan won't turn. Probably need to replace th - ifixm 2004-10-25 12:04:09 (988 views)

FS M3 Front Bumer with Lip - bmwspeed 2004-10-20 12:55:46 (667 views)

E36 Brake Light Switch Problem - mulen40 2004-10-07 21:00:26 (871 views)

if you need replacement fogs, we have them. - umnitza 2004-09-28 11:27:43 (712 views)

Viberation in the rear of car - mjordan 2004-09-24 19:01:23 (681 views)

94 325i OBC/MID Display Problem - fcrok 2004-07-05 21:01:17 (1268 views)
- Simple fix. (nt) - robertplattbell 2004-09-18 22:36:50 (1033 views)
  - Whoops. try again. - robertplattbell 2004-09-18 22:47:43 (2106 views)

Squeeky belt - bartelsmeyer 2004-08-21 09:33:21 (816 views)
- Easy Fix. - robertplattbell 2004-09-18 22:11:34 (892 views)
- You could try some belt dressing but it probably needs replacing (nt) - davidc 2004-08-21 13:04:19 (719 views)

e36 chrome side window moulds similar to e46?? - low318is 2004-09-16 18:32:30 (704 views)

Does anyone know the torque specs for the backup light switch? - derekva 2004-09-09 10:52:10 (638 views)

BIMMERGATE 2004 - michaelc 2004-09-07 09:49:52 (599 views)

Recommended 12V source/Magellan 700 GPS - cooltones 2004-09-04 03:35:06 (793 views)
- Re: Recommended 12V source/Magellan 700 GPS - davidc 2004-09-04 19:14:01 (898 views)

Seat motor difficulty - taurrasque 2004-09-02 11:26:37 (648 views)

diesels - batman1for02 2004-07-17 14:33:39 (797 views)
- E36 Diesel is very common in the UK. - Bob 325 2004-07-25 05:39:52 (799 views)
- I've never even seen a diesel e36, at least not in this country. (nt) - davidc 2004-07-18 01:23:46 (784 views)
  - Re: I've never even seen a diesel e36, at least not in this country. - taurrasque 2004-09-02 11:09:20 (600 views)

car starts after 40 hours - sunny 2004-08-30 15:47:19 (856 views)
- Sounds like a dead or waning battery. (nt) - davidc 2004-08-30 20:26:41 (858 views)
  - Re: Sounds like a dead or waning battery. - sunny 2004-08-31 12:21:17 (730 views)
    - That's 12.5V with the engine off, yes? - davidc 2004-08-31 15:00:15 (674 views)
      - Re: That's 12.5V with the engine off, yes? - sunny 2004-08-31 15:43:35 (710 views)
        
        Yes, but the OBC would be displaying 'code'. Is that happening? (nt) - davidc 2004-08-31 22:50:54 (797 views)
        
        Re: Yes, but the OBC would be displaying 'code'. Is that happening? - sunny 2004-09-01 08:20:21 (668 views)

Water Pump (pic) - Claudio 2004-08-26 23:53:58 (868 views)

Free 'Ramps' using 2x8 lumber....also Free Hood support (pic) - cn 2004-08-23 01:18:57 (1182 views)

Soft Brake Pedal - mushy 2004-07-04 13:51:13 (1179 views)
- Re: Soft Brake Pedal - mushy 2004-08-11 13:22:23 (1065 views)
- Re: Soft Brake Pedal - mushy 2004-07-12 18:43:03 (977 views)
- Re: Soft Brake Pedal - clumpymold 2004-07-09 16:59:49 (948 views)

window regulator - capitalguy 2004-07-11 00:42:10 (1269 views)
- Re: window regulator - batman1for02 2004-07-17 14:29:55 (1154 views)
- I've had that problem on other BMW's, though not an e36. However (m) - davidc 2004-07-11 12:50:07 (943 views)

carfax WBABF3315PEF40891 please! - kermitinatl 2004-07-06 16:25:54 (640 views)