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Replacing BMW Rear Wheel Bearings

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Car year: 1988
Car model: 325i Convertible
I need to replace the rear wheel bearing, left side. This is showing up as uneven tire wear on only that tire and a slight squeal when I brake. Do I need to purchase the bearing, backing

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BMW No Start Diagnostics

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Q My 1994 530i won’t start.  Amoung other things, I checked the crankshaft position sensor and found the resistance to be about half what
the Bentley manual says it should be.  So, I ordered a new one from Bavauto.  The old one’s resistance is

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BMW Windshield Washer Leaks

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I have a washer fluid leak. The leak is at the bottom of the pump. The pump has a square opening at the bottom and this is where I see the leak. I noticed the leak after the car came back from

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BMW Automatic to 5-speed transmission conversion

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Q I have a 89 635csi electronic automatic tranny with the sport, econo 3-2-1 selector. I am thinking about converting to a 5 speed manual tranny. In order to do the conversion, what parts would I need to do that, can you

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BMW Oil Change

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Q How do I change the engine oil on my 1997 Z3 with the 1.9 liter engine? Where is the oil filter?

A We have an oil change article in the Fall 2004 issue of our Fast Times newsletter (see the link, below).

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