ALL OLDER BMW'S NEED THIS DONE! E46/E39/X5/X3/M54

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[@Jeppemw]

ShopLifeTV can u Tune a e39 2,2 liter 170hk? In any way whitout making expensive cost?

[@alexgabriel0928]

Bro you only posted 2 hoses is that all I need ? Also I got a P0456 code which is a small leak. What could that be ? I replace my evap by the canister and my fuel pump. It said prior to that code p0455 which is large leak. I messaged you on ig you still haven’t gotten back to me. Please lmk dude. My ig is saint lex

[@gregpeterson1232]

Hey, I'm not seeing the stage 1 video for coolant pipe replacement. Could you tell me where to find it?

[@franciscoribeiro6223]

There he goes, dropping knowledge again. Thank's man.

[@ShopLifeTV]

haha no problem man!

[@mikegozinta1171]

This is great info!! I had my intake manifold off to address Lean codes & Random Misfires which common opinion says change the manifold gasket & vac lines, air boots, ICV, DISA etc. So while I had the manifold off, I saw 3 coolant rubber hose lines & replaced those since they were all original & realized the access with manifold off. ('01 330 ci, 201K mi). But I did NOT realize the plastic coolant pipes PM! So everything is back together with the original pipes still in! Great!

[@ashishpatel350]

Bmws cooling systems seem to be made out of Swiss cheese.

[@breakz187]

Yes - its a fucking joke yet people still claim they are the best. Best or at least as good as others for the first 60k miles

[@e36bmw66]

@@breakz187 ya you are a damn joke all cooling systems are the same chuckles

[@e36bmw66]

They all have plastic parts on cooling systems on every damn car.. It's called replacement parts ya morons

[@jorgecosta95]

it's just that they run at almost 2 bar of absolute pressure. It makes the system much more efficient.

[@girohead]

@@e36bmw66 In 180k, my Corolla has had two or three flushes and a tstat, a BMW would have had this hidden gem (leaking pipe under manifold, a broken radiator, a blown head gasket....and $4000 outta my wallet.

[@charliekuhn1544]

Solid recommendation! Great video. I just completed the Stage 3 Cooling System overhaul on my 2004 ZHP. Also while doing this level maintenance, clean all surfaces where the intake manifold mounts onto the engine.

[@zack-kt3en]

You are the bmw boss!! I come to this channel if I have any concerns with my e46. Wanna prolong the life of my 2001 e46 for sure with your knowledge. Massive respect bro.

[@allamer35]

Who could vote this down?! Ive owned e39s for the last 10 years and this is a great tip for new owners!

[@ShopLifeTV]

Thanks man!

[@bratotbatom4460]

@@ShopLifeTV have an bmw e39 1998 m52 520i when on cold start the rpm goes up and down like it gon turn off if you dont hit the gas pedal and the accleration si not constant its good when the car is cold but when it is hot or driven more the accleration is sluggish not enough power but sometimes the power comes back and goes away again no engine light no nothing just not enough power it feels like the car is heavy like a army tank haha i dont know how to explain it better please help please desperated please man

[@TheUmbralFox]

About time these got covered by someone, glad it's one of your videos! Thanks!

[@mavricxx]

Wow, great video bro! I recently just found out about those 2 plastic hoses but I didn't think about removing the water pump or Thermostat so that will come in handy once I decide to do it

[@TheCowgirlNiamh]

Ah the infamous BMW cooling system.... Keeps me on my toes for sure 😂

[@eastsideofthetracks8311]

Literally every single part-of the cooling system needs to be replaced 😂 on an e46 if not expect heavy coolant leaks and over heating 💯

[@sheldonxwilliams]

I was looking for this video from you when I was replacing these 2 items.

[@MichaelDPrice]

Just changed mine at 217k and used aftermarket. They worked great and are sealed perfectly.

[@2000shellback]

Another awesome video! You've helped me out so many times, I can't thank you enough! If I may critique one item....any chance on adding a mic to improve your audio? Thanks again!

[@brianc9036]

Thanks for all the info. Your vids have helped me do a ton of stuff. But unless you do a cooling system part 3 video I may be out of luck when these things fail.

[@MrNicoe36cabrio]

Here in Europe the oil pan gasket, oil filter housing gasket and those plastic water lines are at their end at about 150t mls (ap 250.000 km).That's on the M52/54. Only the gaskets on the M50 because it doesn't have the plastic water lines indeed. Keep up the good work guys. You are my favorite bmw DIY channel ever!! Big shout out to you 2. Dutch regards.

[@paulloper8333]

Gebruik je febi om het te vervangen, of past dat ook niet mooi?

[@MaddSpazz2000]

I love this channel and I don't even own a car... Yet

[@boudithehunter1320]

Hiii you are one of the best dude in KZbin no dare . Thank you for all the time and effort you put for us I was wondering if you can do a video how to replace guide chane inside the engine the plastic part that hold the chane between the block and the head mine is broken can’t find the part on eBay

[@David-yh5po]

Thanks again for the great video.

[@jacksmith3189]

Very informative Thanks

[@michael101802]

I bought my e46 and did the coolant pipes and an entire overhaul cooling kit from FCP euro. No leaks whatsoever.

[@stubbk3]

Nice one. I've got all the ccv parts ready to go think ill order these coolant pipes as well now

[@jrey9715]

whacky pax how do you do that? I have a m54b25

[@mworx6446]

I always recommend that you refurb the cooling system hardlines when you buy a used e46 or circa models for peace of mind more than anything 80 to 90k miles is the average amount of time /distance between getting it done by at the most

[@heksr2059]

He the best dude ever god gift the bmw guys thank you .

[@mworx6446]

Prevention is always better than cure

[@brandonstevens548]

Thanks man!

[@littlevwalters1]

Great Video! Thanks for the tips. Can I bring my 2004 E46 to you? I need this done.

[@gambomambo7994]

Been there,done that!

[@sharpz44]

I have a 325ci e46 2005 with 79000 miles,runs great

[@lexiaontube]

Totally, thx !!!

[@Swagga723]

That's crazy, I'm having this issue right now. I need replace the lower plastic coolant line, already replaced top one...just didn't know about the other one at the time. Smh 😒

[@bik3lifeco.767]

One of the first things i did when I got my bmw!

[@terhelfra]

Thanks...

[@merlinmololo]

Hey man! your channel is awsome! look, I`ve just bought an E46 BMW 330i 2002. The car is in excellent condition and now it has only 60k km used. I`d like to know which maintenance you think i should start, considering it`s situation. I`ve just replaced all the filters and oil. Thanks!

[@ronaldvanderp-netherlands3434]

Great channel!

[@jovandad6444]

He’s right !!!!

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Great video. Thanks

[@beammer2525]

Hey great video, I was wondering if you can do one on a 2005 325ci about fixing vacuum leaks, and how to check for one my car is throwing a code for leaks, running too lean

[@kevinoneil5801]

Great videos. Just joined the group. My wife has a 2000 328i e-46 and while stuck in traffic on a very hot day the cooling fan now stays on and have to unplug it to get it to shut off. Can you tell me what would cause that to happen. Thanks Kevin.

[@Techno4more]

Good info. I believe my e60 525i is m54? 200k miles, I don't know if they have been replaced or not. I don't even know how to check the temperature of the engine ..

[@bmw1onn29]

to day i have clean this sistem 😍 powers up

[@PRAGEETHKARUNADHEERA]

M52TU as well

[@AdamAus85]

One of these has failed on my 02 525i with 400 000km. My sister drives the car, and was quick to shut it off once she noticed. Checking compression this weekend. Shame, after changing almost every other cooling system parts.

[@jasoncohen3155]

I modified mind, I tap mind and thread in with JB weld and let it sits for couple days. Problem solved. I'm changing my plastic coolant system to mostly metal that aftermarket parts.

[@danvx171]

Do you have pictures or something with what you did exactly?

[@srinandu4597]

please share pics if you have or steps and parts.

[@CmdrStukov]

Shoot... I haven't had mine done yet!

[@bimer112]

Hey man, do you recommend I get this done asap even if my 2004 325i has only 55k miles? Thanks.

[@SavageBunny1]

I’ve seen some 2005’s with less than 100k miles that break those pipes, I also seen my own 2000 323i with 250k miles and they look like they have spider web cracks so they should be replaced soon.

[@vogeltron9816]

Very true. Lots of it depends on where the car is driven. I've seen cars in the South West where the heat just destroys the rubber and places like Northern California where these things go 200k like you said without needing to be replaced.

[@alinalupei8044]

Hi! I have a BMW vehicle model x3 e83, 2010 , I mention that the car has a 2.0 diesel engine, automatic transmission and I have some questions: 1. When should the distribution be changed !? The distribution is on the chain, the engine code is N47? Km? 2. When is it advisable to replace the gearbox oil? Km? 3. When should I expect to change the particle filter? Km, approx. 4. When can the first problems with EGR occur? Estimated km.

[@pedroblas100]

good video... my question I own 2003 bmw 325i e46 M54 engien, if I will like to upgrade to a different engine which one can fit with no problems, no mod... which will you recommend

[@gattube]

ECS tuning sells aluminum pipes for E46. There are two pipes. Do you think I can use those two pipes on my bmw E60 M54 engine?

[@jimmmmmypokemonplug206]

Can or should you put gasket maker on the pipes ?

[@rickh1634]

How do you get the bits out that are left in the head/block?

[@ethanthompson5203]

Literally the first problem I ran into w my 330i 😂

[@george5022]

Hi, Great video, I have an E46 3ltr diesel, are you planning on any videos on these engines?

[@H3YdUD3]

george5022 diesel e46 not popular in america

[@viscarra40]

Currently doing this to mine because it started leaking from the tip and changing the pcv system and my intake boot

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[@Flep20]

ShopLifeTV dude i have to say that I started watching your videos for about 2 weeks now, I’m currently repairing my E46 and your videos have been teaching my alote about my car and also made my job of fixing it much easier ! Keep going with your amazing videos buddy ! Cheers From LUXEMBOURG (small country between germany, france and belgium) ohh btw sry 4 my bad English :p

[@ShopLifeTV]

That's awesome! Glad I could help

[@jaded804]

ShopLifeTV my e60’s 6HP26 transmission has been sluggish lately would you recommend I replace the valve body seals and replace the fluids? It has 130,000 miles on it

[@andrewboey4838]

i do hope his cars are not more apart than on the road... hahaha! But jokes aside! Thanks for teaching us so much, bro... great channel. learnt a lot from this channel :)

[@MrDanielsahne]

E46 Cooling system is the worst thing about my 330ci. Mine exploded on the autobahn while I was going 250km/h.

[@ryanw83]

what about the cam scencer's?

[@winstoneubanks1282]

My BMW 325ci is full of refrigerant but is blowing warm on one side and Alia cool on the other.

[@KBL-MOTOREN]

Hii friend how long work this intake manifold remove and cooling pipes totaal time?

[@Dicer328]

Don't forget about the M52 (E39) and M52tu (328i), you can add them to the list for needing these parts. Great video as always. Keep it up.

[@JeffoJonJ]

Dicer328 The E39 has M52TU? I think? No probs for me so far!

[@JD-jj6dd]

Dicer328, M52tu was also used in e39 528i and e46 323i. I don't believe M52 use these same pipes.

[@aaroncrabtree9529]

What Would you recommend aftermarket part or BMW I’m doing a Engine swap engine is already out ordering parts notice a big difference in prices

[@aaroncrabtree9529]

😂 just Notice what you said in video go with the BMW which is what I was going to do

[@manuski14]

S54 motors as well?

[@hakeem1223]

Love the channel. Maybe you can help me with a question. I have a fully stock US imported 2011 BMW M3 and it’s here in Japan where I live. There’s a sound test requirement and to pass is 82db. I’m current at 85db. Are there any ways to silence the exhaust for cheap or reasonable price? Without compromising performance?

[@PedroCosta-ef2sj]

people in my country use those aluminium things to wash the dishes on dirt bikes so they can pass the test and then just remove them give it a try

[@giovannieruiz5147]

I make a mistake and cross my battery cable now the car won't start I check the black box with 5 fuses but is good what can it be how can I fixed

[@rufiorufioo]

Yeah wish they would engineer a better cooling system or rather use some better material or something... heat cycles on the plastic is just no good for years.

[@Volks2462]

Do I need to rtv if i see pitting ?

[@bbblahoo7]

What happens if part of the corrosion fall in? Does that mean this engine is now toast?

[@mihkelpaju3251]

How sensitive is the check engine light to vacuum leaks? I have experience with my previous car, a mark 1 ford focus which had vacuum leaks that had no easily noticable symptoms until the muffler clogged. Should I go digging for the vacuum lines under and behind the intake manifold on my M54b25 if I have no noticable issues or engine light?

[@PedroCosta-ef2sj]

if you have notjing why bother?

[@DDd-bh3ex]

Hey bro i live in the Sacramento area. I have an 04 325ci. Were are u guys located? So cal?

[@vladimirart758]

What about 2.0 d and 3.0d e46 automatk???

[@utube4greenfuture]

How much to pay to get all this done? Ball park?

[@bashort1]

You've made me want a BMW and not want a BMW at the same time. Plaatic?

[@HAHAHAV10]

bashort1 That’s why my daily driver is a 98 740i (non-vanos) No plastic coolant lines or quick connect hoses. Just straight rubber hoses and clamps.

[@RPS13DRlFT]

thats how i sum up bmw ownership love/hate

[@maestro7028]

I have e46 320i 2000 Its work almost okay But i add 1 liter every 2k km Its normal?? Has 335k km And also it hard and slow to get more than 140 km/h Any advices??

[@nickpapadelias815]

When a bmw cooling system breaks change all the cooling parts or get rid of car easy

[@elijaah81]

HELPFUL TIP: ITLL PROBABLY BREAK IN THE BLOCK JUST LIKE THIS 90% OF THE TIME. USE A SECTION OF HACKSAW BLADE OR JIGSAW BLADE WITH VICE GRIPS. CUT SOME GROOVES IN THE PLASTIC. BREAK IT WITH A SMALL SCREWDRIVER AND THEY WILL POP RIGHT OUT. DONT PRY ON THE BOCK PLZ!

[@31acruz]

I have a 1999 M3 E36. Does it apply to my car?

[@Martin280967]

I had the doubtful honor to replace those coolant tubes after i was already done with new gaskets and tubes. Had to freaking start all over again!

[@ericbrown2115]

same here !! pissed me off so bad lol

[@noomrevol9937]

How do I look for those plastic tubes? Name?

[@ivanroman2941]

Don't forget to buy your quality parts at IMC!!!

[@lara3002]

Question/ my x5 4.8 smokes every time I seat on a stop light or more the 5 minutes. I check the VC valves and they are not broken. What else should I check or replace. Thank u

[@JD-jj6dd]

lara3002, Valve guide seals are the likely culprit.

[@GoZipper]

Valve guide seals or any other vacuum leaks. If you haven't done the alternator gasket seal be careful. When mine went it dump all the oil in the parking lot. I ended up replacing all of the seals after that and there are a lot of them.

[@topnews1007]

Those hard pipes could last up to 300,000 but definitely have to change the 50/50 blue coolant and distilled water every year this is what we call preventative maintenance. We see some vehicles come in with hard pipes leaking orange 🍊 coolant at 60,000 miles. YOU MUST USE THE RIGHT COOLANT AND DISTILLED WATER 🌊 NOT TAP WATER 💦

[@bmwsincekid]

Hi ShopLifeTV Please Answer I Have Bought a Bmw M550D f10 With engine Rebuiltment Crank shaft Bearings Rings... Oil pump Water Pump Etc... I bought the car i have seen the guarantee everything now After 4000km engine died again Rod Bearings .... Now they rebuilding it again The Garage has nO idea Why this Happend Again I recently found out that after rebuiltment garage Said after 1000Km Or before that Oil Change Must do but the owner didnt do it only Like after 3000km I did the oil change could be that Little particles made blockage In the engine and therefore no lubrication ?? Please if possible any one smarter then me answer Much Appreciated

[@VASTmagitian22]

I just bought a 2000 bmw 328ci with 86k miles and it needs a ccv replaced and an ignition switch, what else would you recommend replacing?

[@jefferyhenderson5844]

Everything

[@stepawa]

yikes.. I've 2006 320ci Convertible M Sport.. 98K on clock. I'm 3rd owner and put 20k on clock.. need to do some drastic TLC on mine :)

[@stepawa]

P.S. already changed radiator expansion tank/bottle.. well known for failing on Beemers ..

[@hostilityy]

2:30 it twistses the pipe? twistses is not a word dammit! lol jk good video bro

[@cornellthreewitts180]

I have a e46 325ci and I have the brake and abs light that will not go off can any one help me with this I’ve changed brakes and abs sensors

[@ryarbrough1000]

My 2004 bmw 325i makes a clanking noise near the fan housing on first start up in morning while warming up, what could it be?

[@JesseSB]

Pulleys? Possibly. Check my ytoutube channel, I have an exmaple of the noise. If it is the same then it is your pulleys.

[@Daggerem]

I had to do this shit on my e46 it sucks

[@jessesward9429]

I got mine out without them breaking

[@retirednow1867]

Where are you located

[@sadiel1]

gather arund brothas, we're here united because we are enthusiast that are willing to take the pain sweat and tears to maintain this car, but we all know! that when this machine is running is like no other !!

[@ericguevara21]

My car overheated while i was driving in the freeway, it melted the water pipe thats connected to the engine block, at first i thought that was the reason why it was overheating but now idk whats the problem with my car, it keeps overheating

[@edwinmendez3396]

Thermostat

[@funitoo]

what about the E90? mine's 2006, should i do it soon?

[@SavageBunny1]

Tad Ka N52’s don’t have those pipes, but they do have an electric water pump and a crappy thermostat, you should replace those ASAP.

[@820performancecomptonbro4]

I want to buy a BMW for my wife X5 or X6 it should be which one do you recommend

[@aidenp5768]

Robert Diaz X5

[@user-go2ye7bh6d]

What’s the name of the parts

[@reginaldhuckstable9797]

I feel like I need this done. Where can I buy these parts

[@llegendaryjay]

in desc

[@patrickcheung2424]

I would own a used BMW if you are my mechanic

[@kcb8130]

From owning an e46, I've determined it's cheaper to buy a crate engine lol

[@ericbrown2115]

i can second that jesus fuckin insane man

[@tayshawnwilliams6757]

Yo i got a question, how much would y’all pay for an 01 bmw 330ci with the m series package with 178,600 miles with a transmission pan leak and oil gasket leak

[@tayshawnwilliams6757]

I stay in Las Vegas nv, lmk

[@SuperCR45]

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