BMW 330i 325i E46 Common Repair Steps DIY

[@wjohnsonism]

Two weeks ago I bought a 05 330ci. Part of the decision to finally buy my first BMW, was watching your videos and realizing how relatively easy it is to do maintenance on the M54 engine. I plan on doing as much as I can thanks to your clear and concise videos. They are very well done and well lit. Please, keep up the great work. Billy Johnson

[@50sKid]

thank you very much! glad you found my videos so useful. good luck in your repairs

[@Assasain31]

The M54 is a really great motor. The maintenance on these cars are not difficult at all, they are just very tedious.

[@ytfeverguy8367]

He really is awesome. Doing my disa valve this am and cannot for the life of me figure out how to get the damn plastic heat shield out of the way. Thanks 50s k you are a resource!

[@kimearly1145]

Thanks so much for all the videos. You have helped me keep my bimmer going without having to take it to the shop!!! I do all the work myself. 60 year old woman. haha!!

[@mistacharleston]

I parked my 2002 330Ci for 5 years and was going to sell it for almost nothing. I didn't have time to work on my car before I parked it but now that I have a spare vehicle your videos are amazing. Just wanted to say thanks again for all your E46 videos!

[@Tootszee]

Well taped with no background noise. Instructions are clear and concise. Well done.

[@krak-kingkrak3n943]

Kudos to you! Your channel is one of the best I've ever seen on auto repair. We have a 04 x3 that had the codes 171,174 show up. I replaced the intake boot and disa valve. Both bad. Very easy thanks to you. Car is running great again and I have a happy wife. Thanks again.

[@50sKid]

awesome, thanks for watching!

[@jeffstewart9503]

I fixed my vacuum leak thanks to these videos, and plan on updating the cooling system soon. Thanks for helping all of us non mechanics safely do basic maintenance on these cars. You are the man!

[@NakaiSan.]

How u fixed?

[@rubenmartinez5732]

Your videos made me look smarter than my dad.. Who has over 20 years of car experience lol keep up the good work m8! You have helped me a lot!

[@Purvis513]

I can relate to this. I've been plugging away at my 325i and slowly removing codes/eliminating problems. Still plenty of work to do, but it runs much better than when we got it. My Dad wanted to replace the whole engine at first, but now he pays attention when I open the hood.

[@bethoshaughnessy8160]

Dude, you rock! Just "inherited" a 330xi from my sister (for my 22 yo daughter) and will be doing most - if not all - of this. Thank you (from Canada).

[@TheOutdoorLife]

I used the same kit to rebuild my disa valve about 40,000 miles ago. High quality. I'm very happy with it. Great video

[@kniksman]

You are a godsend 50sKid! This is brilliant. I've been searching for this my whole life. Till now Mariah Carey was my most favourite person in the world. No word of a lie...but you are now my favourite person. Just that tool to get the fan off was enough for me. Its opened my eyes and hopefully so many doors to come. Please keep posting stuff like this for the M54 engine. Brilliant stuff. Now I'll be on my way to go find me that tool. 👌🤛

[@alexfrench8142]

i followed your seadoo carb videos to fix my gtx. we bought a 330i yesterday. you are my money saving machine.

[@camgreer]

Now that I'm working on one of these cars, I find your advice very valuable. Your videos are clear to see, your explanations are concise, and you don't mess around with introductions and music, etc. Thank you very much for all your hard work. Now, one piece of advice for you: a set of picks is very handy for removal of hoses.

[@user-cg7tl]

It sucks that mechanics who charge $120 per hour don't know what they're doing and watch youtube videos and still charge $120 per hour as if they knew what they were doing.

[@gtagats7574]

Most in-depth tutorial with awesome camera views, thanks

[@danielmuller8125]

Really love your videos. You saved me so often from expensive shops. Thank you 1000 times. Regards from Germany

[@2Phast4Rocket]

While I don't have the same BMW as in the video, the instructions are very helpful as reference when I perform general maintenance on the car. Thanks.

[@curtdawg4435]

I was given a 01 330ci by a friend that's well off. It had problems that were pretty much covered in your videos. Thank you

[@seanvigneau1076]

great video I was having a hard time pulling the DISA because that heat shield wall was in the way. All is good now. Thanks for the video.

[@KKE1978]

Your explanation and tutorials are the best. I have an e39 and i am almost becoming a bmw master tech. Thanks to you.

[@phillloyd8625]

These are an excellent set of videos, thanks for explaining everything in clear easy steps. I have a right hand drive version in the UK. The brake booster is on the right side, and there is an additional pipe clipped to the cabin filter housing. Just thought i would mention this for completeness.

[@ronib2508]

Dear 50sKid I wished I knew your name. I am now more than 3 years happy owner of an E46 330ci. I touk my car on regular basis to a friend garage. Until a while ago my son told me why I dont watch youtube and learn how to do it myself. And now there we are I am not only a happy E46 330ci owner also a repairer. Thanks to friendly papole like you and two or three more other youtubers. Apart from praising you guys I have one wish. Would it be possible to ad either vocale or edit some more explanation about all connectors visible in your video " COMMON ITEM REMOVAL ". Specialy the electrical connections and all thse vacuum pipes deapear somewhere around and behind or under the engine.??? It would be realy realy great. Many thanks from UK Hemel Hempstead. Roland Bolbolian

[@GetRolled93]

I love your E46 Videos.

[@jdabrahams8020]

Awesome Videos, huge help for me. When I did this job just now, my tensioners were a T50 and were covered by dust caps. So you juts pop off the caps and do the exact same process except in a different spot with a T50 and it works great. Looking forward to learning a lot from your CCV video next!

[@veritasvincit4178]

Damn I guess nobody has had anything E46 repairs for 6 years? Your videos got me thru some confusing crap………the first time😅

[@chuysxo]

Damnnn 9/20/2023 I should’ve watched this before ordering a bilstein Disa valve the rebuild kit is dope

[@anyhootyepo654]

I have watched almost an hour of your repairs to ccv! I am so impressed! You are awesome! May I bring my BMW to you for repairs when needed? Awesome!!!!!

[@50sKid]

I'm afraid I don't work on other people's cars as I don't do this full time so I basically only have my weekend time to work on my own car.

[@naomin504]

Thank You for your videos, great detail, helped me out a ton. I got a e46. First time through was a grunt (CCV) I pulled the intake. I can't thank you enough!

[@ftby59mikeD]

50's kid excellent video!.one word of caution, sticking a rag in the intake boot will help should you drop the DISA valve bolt, don't ask how I know!

[@herrerafoto]

Hey Jason, I just keep re-visiting your videos, you da man!

[@sasukeuchihaanbucapt]

Everything on a bmw E46 is easy and self explanatory, alot simplier than most cars, everything is easy access, only problem im having with mine is the nut thats on the clutch that holds the fan in place, acts like its seized, I beat the hell out of my wrench and even with a hammer, even with the specialty tool it acts like the water pump want to turn with it too, and yes I know its reverse thread and I am doing it the proper way, that nut is stuck, I wanna eventually change it to the electric fan that the manuals come with, so much easier than that clutch bs, I dont know why bmw didn't just transfer all the e46s to a electric fan, im trying to fix a coolant leak, have all the parts, radiator, upper hose, O rings, and expansion tank, even went to the ends of buying a master 60 piece torx kit and a hex kit for my socket wrench, I wanna get this done before it starts to get cold out

[@gilbertovilorio7085]

Thank for your videos they are very helpful and you cover every detail and easy to navigate through please keep making more videos.

[@deshonlucious]

Thank you for your very detail video. I have 2000 330ci and 528 that I plan on diy-ing in the future and your video's will be very helpful. Again, thank you for sharing your experience and skill.

[@50sKid]

+De'Shon Lucious You're very welcome, thanks.

[@jimmybeee5]

Very helpful. 6mm socket for hose clamps on lower intake boots. My clamps were a real challenge. Replacing starter. Thanks!

[@darrenlomax1283]

Jim Brown the socket on my intake boot is facing the wrong way and I can't remove it, any tips on how to get it off?

[@markdesrosiers9179]

These videos are a life saver. My '05 325i thanks you!

[@PTDoug011]

Thank you, 50'skid, for these videos, and this video is such a great idea! Your explanations are clear, and very useful. Thank you. PS... You've already saved me a lot of money!

[@50sKid]

+Doug Clark Great to hear, thanks so much

[@anyhootyepo654]

You are thorough! Love it! I wish all technicians were careful and meticulous like you! It would make it easier to trust that they are taking good care of your car during repairs.

[@libyancitz]

I really like your job MAN! your videos are like a reference, A LIBRARY to me.

[@50sKid]

thanks, man. got quite a big library at this point!

[@benjiman46]

Can you do a full/major service how-to video? Oil filter, air filter, fuel filter, brakes, pollen filter etc?

[@50sKid]

Ben Vernon I plan to make a comprehensive video on my next oil change.

[@lincoln506echo]

This video is exactly what Ive been searching for a long time. Thank you, and Keep up the good work!

[@MrSINGHvlc]

o at last found a great channel and no doubt its full of knowledge and information.helped me a lot to fix my basic things..god bless you Sir

[@50sKid]

+Moreno Singh right on!

[@ericrigoroso4445]

You are the Man, bro! excellent job for showing it. thank you.........

[@damianpowell4658]

Love your vids, learned so much about my 330i from you thanks

[@antwanpadilla797]

Hey 50sKid, I'm about at my wits end here. Bought a BMW years ago. Been keeping it going along throwing money at it but now I have reached an impasse. Car starts fine when cold but when heated up electronics turn on but motor will not try to crank. Okay, no problem. List of attempts to resolve the issue: 1:Battery good, try new: no luck. 2:New battery, try coil packs: nope. 3:New packs and battery, try new starter: nope. 4:New coil packs and battery and starter, try new ignition switch: nope. 5:I dunno 50sKid, any ideas? Car is a 2003 E46 330ci Manual Transmission 178k miles. Still drives good when she starts.

[@ThePROFITS]

Great videos most helpful and very clear, Thank you

[@namle-br8ju]

Great video. Love it. I have a question about MAF sensor without plugged in the car start, MAF cable plugged in the car try to start then stall. Reading from the forum, this guy replaced the clean the MAF, also replaced the MAF not resolved the issue. Finally, he fixed it by .... saying, " the problem ended up being the connection from the intercooler output to the engine intake had separated from the boost pressure". Here is my question, where are these connection? Thanks

[@50sKid]

he's talking about a different car that has a turbo system

[@laoboy1]

I done gave up on mines. I took it to 2 shops after my transmission went bad and the second shop I took it too. Kept my car for over a month just for them to mess up my battery wires and my transmission not wanting to grab in gears. It does a big pop when it does goes in gear. Wish I had help and find a new transmission or rebuild it.

[@lorenzowhitfield6196]

Wonderful video but how do you remember where everything goes?

[@mfagus]

Great video! Where is the Throttle position sensor on this engine?

[@ircraig2]

Excellent job! Very well done. Pls keep up the good work...

[@damianspears2469]

I have a 2003 325i. One day it was running rough when I was waiting at a light. Got gas and it was fine. Few days later in the morning it was running rough until I got off my dirt road. It runs ok at high speed but sometimes at lower speeds or idle it spitters a little. Fuel economy went down as well. Where would you start first?

[@toyotoe3732]

Excellent video. Thank you. Re: "disa" valve you referred to - what does this do? Appreciate if at some future date, you could give a guide on how to replace starter motor on a BMW

[@jasonryan6133]

The DISA valve modifies the intake runners, decreasing their length at lower RPMs, which develops higher torque.

[@jasonryan6133]

I will put the starter change out on the list!

[@gheorgheb8876]

2004 bmw 325i, 2,5l, Some problems. The battery was 3 years old, low voltage in the morning. I parked the car, and I realized that the instrument cluster didn't turn off like I had the key in the ON position, and the lights are on. I replaced the battery and I have the same problem. Starts, drives but don't turn off the cluster, and the lights

[@daniellee9382]

Hey there! First, thank you for doing this. I follow your guides and they have helped me so much! I’m following your pulley replacement guide now, but haven’t seen a way to reinstall the fan.. you stopped at “it’s a bit tricky to thread it in”.. I’m not at that step yet... but is it a simple threading in? Or are there additional steps?

[@aros007z]

Dam, you make it look so easy! Should have been a teacher/instructor.

[@50sKid]

+abe jams Ha, apparently I am on this channel. :-)

[@pietmarais3609]

Hi 50skid! Whats the purpose of the DISA valve?

[@merajasari]

Hey Buddy thanks for uploading these very helpful video's. I was wondering if you could do one on replacing the power steering hoses that go from the reservoir to the cooler on the 2004 E46 330ci. Thanks again

[@27auswin]

Thank you for all the videos you have made. I keep on following your chanel for a year and I have a question to ask you and hope you can help me about it. My car is 2002 BMW 323i with M52TU. I had a problem with fuel regulator and I replaced it already. And I found that the hose that connect to the fuel regulator need to be replaced too. But I don't know where it's end up with. I can't see it. Would you my showing me how to replace it, please? Thank you in advance.

[@willshamanena5596]

your work is super!!! can i use Seafoam to clean the intake, injectors and entire engine if would you do video?

[@uncommoncents992]

Thanks for pointing me to this video. Solved my issue. I do have 1 last question..... My disa is dirty so is the inside of the manifold (gassy oily smell)... how can I clean that an easy way without taking it all apart? Any sprays out there?

[@50sKid]

There's no point to cleaning it, it will just get dirty again. Ignore it. :-)

[@Jbg1217]

your videos are great. So much helpful information. Thank you so much this will save me a LOT of money!

[@50sKid]

+Jonathan Garrett Thanks!

[@jackthesnipper7433]

You alright mate. I'm having a problem with throttle position sensor and was wondering if you have any video's on how I can fix it or how the clean the throttle body??

[@Viperoloff01]

I was wondering, is it possible to replace the mechanical fan in the auto transmission to an electrical fan like the manual transmission's have. I have a 330 manual so does my dad and mom has a auto. It would just be so much easier to work on and less of a risk of destroying everything should the fan go on the mechanical one?

[@BadPandaRacing]

Sure can I have 1 on my daily e46 wagon ull lose your ac fan tho

[@345weehrs]

Excellent video, Thanks

[@jayg9628]

thank you for these videos, i own a 325ci thats drinking oil like no tomorrow !

[@paulloper8333]

Crank case ventilation!

[@Ryaniwk]

Really helpful video :) Pretty sure if it was me doing this some parts would be left out lol Thanks for the video!!

[@50sKid]

+Ryaniwk lol

[@Bm330ci]

Hello boss you the best teacher on m54 engines, i have my 330ci and when i start it its like rough the engine the first 2mins, when i start it if i press the acelerator is like coughing and shaking a bit, but after 1,2mins gets normal, is it possible to be the o2 sensors? As i dont have any code on the obd2, thanks in advice

[@yoyomin]

Very helpful video! Thanks for posting this.

[@corneliuseybers1254]

Awesome informative I use your videos for al my repairs...

[@Casaunlynn]

Such a huge help to us, thank you so much

[@jasoncrouch8080]

Great job on all your videos 50sKid! I am learning so much from watching your channel. Thank you. I am having an issue with my 04 325i E46. I'm getting the DTC P0411, which says incorrect air flow detected. I've checked the air pump is working at 1st start up, I am not 100% sure that the check valve is getting vacuum. I have checked the valve by sucking on the small vacuum line and crimping it, then blowing air through the bigger port and it allows air through. When I uncrimp the small vacuum line and blow through the bigger port, no air goes through. Is it safe to say that the check valve is working properly? Next thing to check would be the check valve solenoid at the rear of the intake correct? Will I need to remove the intake manifold to do this? If so, Is there anything else I should do maintenance wise while I have the manifold removed. I have just bought this car with 100,000 miles on it and no 100,000 mile service was done. I have been having all of the typical problems we all experience with these cars. This is my first BMW and just picked it up in March of 2016. Since then I have replaced 3 window regulators, the power steering pump, the lower control arm bushing, the thermostat housing, the downstream O2 sensor, new spark plugs, air filter, 1 coil, and some how I was able to repair the circuit board to the passenger seat so it is completely functional again. I am also getting the DTC P2096, P2270, P0153, P0137. I have a oil leak that leaves drips in my driveway and smells and smokes when the car is stopped. I need these codes to clear for good so I can pass smog test and register. Can you give me any advice that may prevent me from having to spend a bunch of money at a repair shop where they get to charge me up the ass for words like Diagnosis and Ruling it out, and my favorite, "I don't know if this will solve the problem, you'll have to drive around for a while and see!" No offense but isn't that the point of the diagnostic procedure I just paid for? Sorry for the rant. Please help if you can, and thanks again for all you do.

[@50sKid]

Yes check the solenoid--and check that the vacuum line going into the air valve runs back to that solenoid. Should be a simple solenoid that clicks on an off with 12v power. Yeah it's best to remove the intake because the solenoid is bolted to a bracket which is bolted to the intake. You can see what it looks like in part 2 of my intake manifold removal videos. The other 4 codes are all related, check/replace the downstream O2 sensor on bank 1--it's likely dead. I've recently done a video on how to replace them.

[@jocevi1773]

Good video man, if I have a air leak in the disa valve what I have to do is just pull the disa out change the round seal and that's all or I have to get a new disa? Thanks

[@50sKid]

+jocevi1773 you just need to pull it out and scrape out the old molded in seal and install a new o-ring which you can get on eBay. There is no bmw part number for it though

[@1BMWdrvr1]

Great explanations during the step by step process. Do you reccomend a fuel additive to keep things clean, or is that stuff just "snake oil"?

[@12vgs8606]

Excellent video! Your Odyssey videos brought me here but I always had a soft spot for a Bimmer, so I am proactively trying to find out how much hurt I am going to be in once I become an owner! By the way, you must have clocks which rotate in the opposite directions than us mere mortals :-)

[@50sKid]

12vgs8606 Thank you. Always happy to initiate someone to the bimmer world!

[@roosterkitten]

Lol. I noticed that too. He said it both on the AC and the main belt tensioners :))

[@disgruntledvet11b18]

At 3:33 when you are showing how to disconnect the sensor, (I'm not sure if you said "aux" sensor or not), but my 2003!BMW 330i (automatic transmission) does NOT have one of those, nor do I see any connectors for it. I bought the car used and haven't driven it yet. Is this something my car is missing? Or were some models made without it? Hope you can help me answer this. Thanks for all of your great videos!

[@cyrexccc]

man i love your vids. thanks BIGTIME!!!

[@Steezyloud510]

Would you be able to show us the inside of the disa valve where the said bolt is. Curious to know and also possibly link where to get a rebuilt kit for the disa valve along with the aluminum flapper. I’m in need of this 11:16

[@Steezyloud510]

Just looked at your video description

[@pearlmcp]

Thank you for your video. As the first time trying to be a home DIY mechanic, It helped me find my vacuum hose leak. The hose connected to that nipple thing on the he upper boot and to the fuel filter. Both ends were broken. So, getting all the top parts off really helped. ( I did look at another video to get the fuel filter cover off). I do you have another question. My seatbelt/airbag cluster light is lit. Do you have any videos or suggestions what that possibly might be?

[@50sKid]

+pearlmcp You can buy a tool called BMW Scanner 1.4 on eBay. It's a device that plugs into your OBD2 port and a software program that lets you talk to all the computers in your BMW and lets you reset your airbag light and such. I'll do a video on it soon, showing what I know about how to use it.

[@pearlmcp]

+50sKid, do you recommend using those handheld devices that you can plug it in and check for codes into reset? I think it's called a diagnostic scan tool? If so, what do you suggest?

[@50sKid]

+pearlmcp An Autel MaxiScan MS300 is an inexpensive option at $16 on amazon for reading trouble codes. If you are going to spend any more money than that, the scan tool should have the ability to read and graph live data. A product called BlueDriver is a nice option at $99 that works with a smart phone.

[@pearlmcp]

+50sKid hello and I hope this finds you well. I've been checking for vacuum leaks and following your video. OMG! When I pulled the Disa valve I could tell right away there was a problem. It is missing the flapper and the pin that you mentioned in your video. The U-shaped housing is intact and as far as I can tell the rest of the disa valve is ok. Obviously I will need to get a kit to rebuild it. Can you suggest where I might find one please. I have 2003 330i. I'm growing frustrated but thank goodness for your videos, they are helping out a lot.

[@abenjacan100]

Do you recommend to clean the MAF, Idle CV and body throttle? I saw another of your videos where you only recommend to clean the MAF (with a MAF cleaner) as the last resort. Why? What about the idle and body throttle? Thanks a lot! Your videos are the best.

[@50sKid]

abenjacan100 I actually wish I could take that back--I DO recommend cleaning a MAF sensor with the proper cleaner. As long as you never touch it, you're good. A MAF needs to be clean to do it's job properly, same as the ICV and throttle body.

[@AndyNav1]

Hi and thanks for your videos. I'm planning to install a new starter on my 2004 BMW X5 3.0i. I'm only going to dislodge the air-intake and tilt it away from the block and not remove it completely. First, do you see a problem with this method. And also when you have access to underside of the manifold what parts would you change? Thanks

[@ravsinghrajput2105]

Some much information, saved me thousands of dollars,,, thank you sir🙏 Unfortunately BMW - breaks my wallet 😭

[@nholloway23]

Does the fan and shroud have to come out to change oil pan gasket. If so, why? Thank you for your videos. They are very helpful, and save me a lot of money! -Nick

[@50sKid]

No it doesn't

[@sjhart14]

Hey 50skid, I love your videos. They've helped me a ton. I recently replaced the intake boots on my 325i, and while doing so, dropped one of the clips that holds the brake master cylinder heat shield on. I'm a bit picky, and would like to replace it, but can't seem to locate them online. I even tried finding the part number on RealOEM. Do you happen to know what they're called/where to find them?

[@Handleitlol]

Great videos, all of them! Two questions, how does the wiring connector come off the MAF? I do t see a squeeze type and I don’t want to break the plastic. Do you ever use a torque wrench? Is it more important for spark plugs or wheels? I noticed you use that cordless a hell of a lot...

[@50sKid]

If you have a 5 wire connector, those just pull out. I don't use a torque wrench anymore because I don't really need it and it just slows you down. It's sort of something that you move beyond as you keep on doing this and realize that you don't need it for everything. I use it for gaskets and critical things like spinning things hanging off the engine (flywheel bolts, etc). I use a torque stick for wheel lug nuts (it's a special long adapter for an impact gun that is calibrated to make the gun stop torquing at a specific torque like 90 or 100 ft lbs). I do love those milwaukee power tools!

[@Handleitlol]

Thank you, i’m trying to remove the DISA and it feels like it’s stuck. as soon as I clear the gasket something is holding it back...any thoughts

[@mr.everything4311]

Just an add on - Before re-installing disa valve - check to make sure there is no loose pin - flap is moving properly - gasket is good - clean - linkage is good- all nicey nice? DON'T FOGET TO CHECK VACUUM! THERE IS A VACUUM PORT THAT WILL ALLOW YOU TO TEST OPERATION! Sorry for the caps but I wish I knew I could check before re-installing and feeling like I did every single thing right and still got a code. If you hold the disa valve in the same orientation as it is installed - run your finger down the part where you plug into. go all the way until you have to turn the unit over - keep following until you come to a little hole. if you open the valve and hold it open - cover that hole with your finger - then let go of the valve and it should not be able to close all the way - it should stop and hold at about a 45 degree angle. Or better yet - search how to test the disa valve - there IS a youtube video... my 2 cents for a little less frustration for you!

[@50sKid]

Yep, I've even got a KZbin video on testing a DISA valve. Thanks!

[@ldee247]

+50sKid Hi, for the DISA valve install do you use any type of grease for the seal or there's specific one?

[@50sKid]

There is a specific one, it's called silicone paste. It's also known as dielectric grease. Active ingredient: polydimethylsiloxane.

[@hitzonehitter]

Kid, have you had any problems with your speedometer and abs and brake light. I replaced both the rear abs speed sensors but neither one fixed the problem.

[@50sKid]

Scott Madden Sounds like you've already done the repair that would be required if you did have a bad wheel speed sensor. I'm afraid your only option left is to take it to the dealer as they have the special software required to diagnose the problem.

[@bettykent426]

Great videos love your details so helpful!!

[@CHawkens]

My disa valve comes out pretty easy like there no suction, does that mean the o-ring is bad???? Started getting lean codes and random misfires

[@SamWark-ey8ki]

did you figure it out? i’m experiencing the same thing

[@SamWark-ey8ki]

did you figure it out? i’m experiencing the same thing

[@bocon007]

Excellent video. Thanks!

[@antoniolares1115]

I did the CCV valve replacement and when re-installing the oil dipstick tube, I find it does not go in all the way, in fact, there is about 1/4" difference in height between the fixed bracket with the 13 mm bolt and the dipstick tube bracket - so I cannot bolt it down. I tried wiggling the tube, hammering it down and it does not budge - any thoughts? I'd appreciate some input, thank-you.

[@jamesgraf6701]

I have a 04 325CI my car cranks but won’t start. I already had the DME redone. Fuel pump is fine. Just don’t know why it won’t start?

[@ericwalz2344]

Great job on this video!

[@50sKid]

+Eric Walz Thanks!

[@mcycleserv]

after owning one of these cars for a few years it seems to be a never ending story, every week there is another problem, owned lots of cars but have to say I would never buy another BMW

[@davida4743]

I Love your videos! Thank you so much..

[@jasonsantiago6227]

Sir isnt it whenever you loosen the ac belt and main belt you pull the wrench clockwise

[@tomknack]

I noticed that, too.

[@blackpassenger]

Great work as usual. on my 2001 320i with 61K kilos (40k miles) im getting some slight engine knock. It definitely gets louder going of very steep hills, but can also be heard slightly traveling on level roads at say, 30-40 mph. However, im not getting a check engine light. does this indicate bad knock sensors? thanks in advance man. just replaced my rear diff mounts yesterday. JESUS MARY AND JOSEPH!

[@50sKid]

No not bad knock sensors. If you had something like rod knock, it would be making noise all the time and you'd probably see the engine "jumping" around at idle because the balance would be a bit off.

[@blackpassenger]

@@50sKid Hey, long time. I'm back in Japan about 7 months ago, and coincidentally i have the same e46. I am replacing the throttle body and cleaning the ICV while im at it. Got everything off, and finally got the new Hella TB I ordered online from bimmer world. But i CANNNNNNNOT get the throttle body connector back on. the m52 uses a barrel connector and once its removed, it locks. So you have to unlock it to fit it onto the new throttle body. Actually, i tried refitting it to the old throttle body and couldnt. thats when i realized the problem is the locked barrel connector. does this very very very simple procedure require a special bmw tool, or something?

[@joshr213]

11:42 that specific line broke broke when I pulled it the bottom end was brittle af 😭 I wanna replace it but I don't know where the bottom end is supposed to go 💀

[@GoRuckYourself]

Spot on dude!

[@jesseortega8598]

Very well done!

[@niveselva4373]

the small hose connected to the f-connector from the intake boot has come off as the rubber hose became brittle. How important is its role and can i drive without it? i have a 330ci covertible

[@MsTj2cool]

Great video. My adjuster flap broken off and fell inside the intake manifold cover. Is it crucial to open it up and have it removed? Can I just have the DISA Valve replaced ... the pin was intact and removed safely. I am thinking the flap is too big to create any damage. Please let me hear your thoughts... much appreciated it. Thnx again. I have 5 days to decide before my ordered parts arrived. 10/23/17.

[@50sKid]

Nah don't take that chance--pull off the intake and shake out the flap.

[@barisozgur5140]

Hi, I am Baris (peace). I'm writing from izmir Turkey. I have an E46 318i N46 engine automatic car ( 200.000 km ). After 300 - 500 km of use Orange cogwheel light on,( A faulth as caused the transmission to switch to the emergency - run program. this indicates a transmission system malfunction. All lever positions can still be selected, but in the forward positions only certain gears are actually available when the car is driven ) , The MAF and Valvetronic engine adaptation error is given. Electrical wiring was checked. 4 ignition coil, MAF sensor (2 times), Valvetronic adjustment motor (2 times) eccentric position sensor changed. timing cain adjustment (2 times). now 500 km after the same failure, the automatic gear shifts to the emergency - run program (the center of the exclamation point is lit). Do you have any idea? the oxygen sensor, throattle body or vanos solenoid and oring can do? thanks.

[@derxskel87]

hey 50's kid I have a question man. I'm trying to take my fan clutch off but it just doesn't seem to be as easy as the video. I mean I placed both tools perfectly so the nut can free itself but it just doesn't budge. is there another method you can suggest? oh the reason why I have to undo the fan is because I have to change my thermostat.

[@derxskel87]

I wacked it as hard as I can but it no results.

[@50sKid]

The nut is probably frozen onto the pump... you'll have to use method #3 in my fan clutch removal video. Search my page for it and you'll see how to do it.