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BMW X3 Wheel Bolt (lug) Torque

Otto — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 17:32:32 +0000

Q car year: 2004 car model: X3 2.5i I recently purchased BMW Lug Studs from you and would like to know what is the correct Torque Lbs/Kg for the wheel Lug Studs? Auto – 2004 BMW X3 2.5 with 235/55 SR 17 factory wheels

A The wheel torque is 90 ftlb +/- 7

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BMW M54 6-cylinder Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) DIY – 325i 328i 330i 525i 530i X5 & Others

Otto — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 13:20:18 +0000

The Crankcase Ventilation System (also known as PCV, or Positive Crankcase Ventilation) on the BMW M54 6-cylinder engines consists of a number of ventilation hoses, an oil separator and check valve and an oil drain-back hose. The system is well known to have problems with vacuum leaks due to hose and valve deterioration and cracking, as

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BMW Rough Running & Stalling – M54 – Camshaft Sensor & MAF Cleaning

Otto — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 20:30:12 +0000

This answer is applicable for many BMWs in addition to the one listed below.

Q car year: 2002 car model: 325i Hello, I have the Bav-auto Fault Code Reader and reset tool. I have fault codes 08 and 41. The camshaft sensor is on order but the mass air flow sensor only came on after cleaning my K &

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BMW V8 Preventative Maintenance – Water Pump & Belts – E31, E32, E34, E38, E39, X5

Peter — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 20:29:56 +0000

Q How often we need to replace the water pump and power steering belts and should both belts replace in the same time.

A We recommend replacement of the accessory drive belts, for your V8 engine, at 60,000 miles or 4-years. The alternator, water pump and power steering are all on the same belt. The A/C

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1992 BMW 325i – Convert To E85 To Gain Horsepower

Peter — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 19:33:51 +0000

This answer is applicable for many BMWs in addition to the one listed below.

Q A buddy of mine just converted his car over to E85 to gain horsepower. I thought about doing this with my 92 325i with the M50 engine. My concern is that if I decide to supercharge it instead of the engine

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17 inch Alpina Wheel

Peter — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 22:19:19 +0000

Q Do you carry a 17 inch alpina wheel (17 spoke)? what is the price?

A We do not stock the actual Alpina brand wheels. However, we do have a wheel from Beyern that is styled after the original Alpina design. The wheels are available in 17″ with either silver painted spokes and a polished lip

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BMW Temperature Sensor – Inaccurate Reading

Peter — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 20:20:17 +0000

Q Is it possible to adjust the temperature reading at the dash? The reading it shows and what the actual temp is off by 4 to 5 degrees (higher than actual). I have an electronic thermometer that I use in my profession (htg/air) and I used it to check the temp because my car kept

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BMW 2002 E46 330ci HID Headlamp

Peter — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 19:13:01 +0000

Q Once again I am in need of your expert knowledge. My ‘02 E46 330ci driver side headlamp went out on me yesterday. A couple of days back, the lamp indicator flashed but then went away and the headlight continued to work but now, it’s completely out. Is this as simple as me ordering one

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BMW 2000 540i Automatic Door Locks

Peter — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 19:04:51 +0000

Q Can I turn off the “automatic door locks” that lock the car doors once I start driving? I searched the car manual and I can’t find any info.

A You can, indeed, have the automatic door locking feature turned off. This must be done at the BMW dealer. There are actually quite a few other

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BMW Fuel Gauge (Gage) Erratic Operation – E39 and others

Otto — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 20:58:22 +0000

Q Otto, I have problem with a irrattic fuel gage on my 97, 528 the gage never reads the same. can you with a answer. Thanks

A The first thing to check would be the fuel level sensors. BMW models that have the fuel tank under the rear seats use a “saddle bag” style fuel tank. Each

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