bmw e90 starter replacement 328i

[@cristinamendez609]

Just wanted to share this with you guys. When removing the pigtail from the electrical sensor, oil filter housing, starter connection etc... you don't have to remove the retaining clip. All you need to do is press/push the clip inward and pull the connector out. This will prevent you from losing the clips. Just thought i mention it.

[@augustobojorquez2032]

Yes....is understandable .... That you didnt know...but you. Know more than us body.... Thank you

[@JrIza_914]

I was just about to write this

[@G30Doza]

Well said, Im a BMW tech and this is the best way to remove them 👍

[@tommills7606]

Thank you for putting this video together. It was extremely helpful. I was a little intimidated by all the interference that had to be removed in order to gain access to the starter. You took the worry out of the task. Thanks again for taking the time and effort to walk people like me through the process.

[@roqueurena7301]

That’s correct snd good info…..

[@eddiejacks9512]

Nine years later and the best detail video on E90 starter replacement....Great video!!!

[@raymondknuckles7741]

urban you are a BMW god i haven't seen a better tutorial video on KZbin this detailed and with all the minor explanations and screws and every single detail great job

[@jchongling]

I 2nd that! Very great video dude, you really explained it well. Much respect and appreciate it much! Great work

[@trured1903]

My thoughts exactly 👍💯💯💯

[@samparis2286]

THIS YNG BOY IS THE TRUTH!!! U CAN TELL, FRM THOSE LITTL MISTAKES THAT HE IS SELF TAUGHT !!

[@NamMoADiDaPhatORG]

My engine light came on stated that it was the starter. The code it read as "A0B4 Engine Start, starter operation" and "A0B2 Supply, terminal 30E/30L". Well I followed this video and it went smooth. You rock! Thanks a ton! First, I disconnected the battery and started remove one piece by one. I kept track of all parts by labeling them. The fist piece I removed, I put #1 and so on. So when it was time to put them back, I simply followed the order in which they were removed going backward. I just replaced the starter as well as spark plugs last night. Hours later all went well. It was pretty easy if your know where things are located and have some patience. Dealer wanted ~$1200 + tax just to replace the started plus a few hundreds more for spark plugs. Again, thanks everybody, especially the video author - you are the man!

[@jeepee7091]

Thank you so much! I’m not that much of a car guy and I was able to do it myself. The 2 screws for the junction box bracket were T27 and not T25 (2011 328i xdrive).

[@highsierra21]

Urbanhowto, this is THE BEST video I have seen on an E90 starter replacement. I watched your video last weekend to replace my own starter and it was a breeze. Two hours and it was a done deal. Not one warning light. THANK YOU!

[@robertthompson4251]

Took my 328i apart and got the starter bolts overtorqued,lost track of all bolts so this is a godsend.you should be doing this for a living,your great at explaining,taking your time so you don't leave anything out....lots of money working on them beemers!!!!!!! thanks 😊

[@paulperlongo918]

Hey, THANK YOU for showing the torx bolt placement in manifold next to throttle body (39 minutes in). I couldn't figure out whats holding that wiring bracket in place. FYI you have the only video out there that explains it! good vid. Thank you again.

[@nicolestevenson7193]

I’m so grateful for your video. My car was sitting for almost two months b/c of the starter. It helped my husband and his friend change the starter and save us $400 at minimum!☺️

[@horizonview1850]

Wat was it doing, clicking noise

[@robincarrington7883]

Thank you so very much! Excellent job with this video. I worked F/T teaching paramedic school, along with 2 other F/T, and 25 P/T instructors. I've seen a lot of people teach and you my friend have that most excellent demeanor, taking your time to cover everything that you could think of, in a very relaxed and pleasant way. Very nice work again. Also, I scored big points with my wife and son with your help in doing this project, as well as all of that money that you saved us. Thank you again! Rob....Chico, CA

[@mliving8686]

I don't even own a BMW but this was a great video. And the potential money that can be saved is crazy.

[@kevinfan2260]

good camera man as well. He know exactly where ppl need to watch. perfect job. Thank you too.

[@ramonmartinez8253]

I just don't know any words that describes how thankful I am of you and this video. Thank you for taking the time to make the video and helping others. You saved me a lot of money! Blessings for you and your family brother!!!!

[@TexasPewPew]

Hey Brotherman Thank you so so much for this video. My wife's car gave out on us three days ago and I brought it back to life today:) and it was all thanks to you. Thank you for taking the time to make this very detailed video. You didn't have to but ya did! You're the MAN!!!!

[@rowen898]

Dude great video! Lots of information and great camera work too! Tips for you and everyone here is to use ziplock bags to store screws and bolts. Just label the bags. Use bright masking tape to tape up connectors. This will make it easy to spot cables not plugged in. Use a marker to mark anything to help you not forget. Lastly With these BMWs upgrade any flimsy plastic hose with an engine/transmission oil hose with metal screw on hose clamps. Vacuum leaks suck ass on these cars but when it works right its second to none!

[@melishot69]

PLEASE READ!!!!!! At 38 minutes it's a T-27!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! NOT A T-25!!!!!!!! I slightly stripped out the 2 little screws because of this and it held me up quite some time!!!! Otherwise thank you for the help, it was awesome, super helpful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@JamesYoung99811]

How did you get that strip bolt out?

[@tonycontera5714]

@@JamesYoung99811 Did you get the stripped bolt out? I made the same mistake and stripped mine.

[@jmor340]

Dude! you kick ass bro. You just saved me $1200 that's what the dealer wants. Garage down the street, first said $685 then said $500. shaky! man, shaky. Don't know what to believe. Until I saw your vid. Great job man. Your step by step and most importantly no camera shaking was on the money. I followed your vid followed your step by step and I had the Starter out in 2, well 2 1/2 but that's cool. Just in time for second quarter Navy Army game (Go Navy). Small advice for anyone attempting a starter removal. Tape your screws and bolts and nuts and washers and everything else to the part you just removed. Keep your intakes covered, you don't want anything falling into your intakes. For the two t25 screw removal, located under the manifold; make sure the wrench sits nice and flat and unscrew nice and easy. You can strip the star on these screws easily. For the hoses under the manifold- they're a bitch I used pliers, just be gentle. The smaller hose which urbanhowto said was the hardest was actually the easiest for me. Here's what I did. Instead of getting your fingers from one hand trying to squeeze it , I used both hands my left hand along side the back of the hose not visible to you, my right hand on the side facing you. from the back side and front side I squeezed pulled and it came right off. Anyway hope this helps

[@RonsmooveTI]

will this work 04 bmw 325xi

[@elmichoacanomx7641]

j mor lucky I pay $970 socks

[@hectorportillo2366]

Hey j mor, do you know if it is the same procedure for a 335i? Thanks for your tips

[@roqueurena7301]

Great video...thank you for all the ideas, really appreciated and saved me hundreds of $$. I was able to get starter out without disconnecting the breather hose at all, I did not remove the throttle body or the wire harness screws and did not disconnect the small lower hose. I was able to get starter out without removing the IM.....it was tight, but was able to access screws on starter. Held manifold in place using bungee chords. I did replace the gaskets on the IM. Got three quotes: Dealer-$1,100.00 two independent shops $814.00 and $774.00. Starter cost me $82.00, IM gaskets $18.95, breaker bar $7.99 and flexible angle wrench $14.99. It is a tedious job, but I enjoy working with my hands and on my car, learned something and saved money!! Thanks again.

[@liamtrillz]

Exactly how I’m trying to do it but of course my buddy broke my CCV hose last night so now I’m at a standstill waiting for that to get delivered. Fml. 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@roqueurena7301]

I’m sorry to hear that, how did he break it? 😢 actually I just had to replace my starter again, much easier this time and also since I was there I replaced the crankshaft sensor since it’s right there, this time was much easier. Make sure you replace the intake manifold gaskets and torque to specs the IM bolts. Good luck

[@roqueurena7301]

@@liamtrillz this the best video and simple!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/baG3YnqKaK-rjck&feature=share

[@grimfate6696]

23 mins in and I just needed to stop and comment. Thank you for the most detailed instructional video I've ever seen on a car repair great job man

[@johansalazar6406]

I must say that it is simply the most useful video I have had in my life. I have a BMW 528i 2008, watch the video although a few things were different, I save more than $1,200 dollars, and I bought the spare parts and tools in Autozone, definitely, it is the best video that could be made, I am not a mechanic and I had not done any work well, but with the video everything became simple. 1 month ago I did the job myself, without help from anyone and my car works perfectly. A thousand thanks for the significant contribution. I recommend the video without a doubt and I wish I could give stars. Thank you a lot!!!!!!

[@mjgjr1003]

You sir are awesome! Thanks for the detailed directions. I just finished replacing my starter and it's thanks to you. There's nothing like KZbin University. 👍

[@E_Norma_Stitz88]

Your video was GREAT man donno why ANYONE would dislike this video your detail was perfect best car DIY iv seen in years bro thank you i have a 128i now I feel a little confident on changing my starter👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽the camera person did a good job too thank you as well

[@BustedKnucklesGarage1]

This video was done so well. Paid attention to every little detail and showed everything you did before doing it so we can get a better understanding. Good job

[@lybansworld]

thank you . your instructions helped me breezing through the process. but the last screw facing cabin on the started is really peace of art by bmw engineers.

[@mattybt400]

+lyban milutinovic Piece of shit - more like!!I could not get it off!

[@mattybt400]

You just fixed my BMW (through my hands). I can't believe it worked. It took many hours as I am not that experienced. I have a UK 330i and there was two slight differences. There was an extra sensor lead as you lift off the manifold - be careful. Also, the two leads that attach to the the manifold beside where the throttle body is, is slightly different. My starter motor worked when it was removed but the new one was put in anyway. Car started first time. The new one has enough torque to start the car easily, the old one didn't. My car never even made a clicking noise so I wasn't sure.

[@wlkasauce570]

thanks to your video I completed this job in 2 hours and the sizes are t27 and t30 for the 328i.

[@RosenIvanovPetkov]

Great video, it helped me remove my manifold and replace the CCV. Just wanted to add that you don't need to take the metal clip of the connector at 49:33 you can just push down on it and pull it out. This way you don't run the risk of losing the clip. Cheers!

[@geertmarteau9031]

Just did this job on a bmw 630I with a n52 engine , this was a really helpfull video to says the least, thanks to you and the cameraman for a great tutorial.

[@johne.carlton6716]

Wanted to let you know that you saved me a lot of money. I replaced my starter on my 535i. I could not have done it w/o your help. Have been watching this hooping to see if you posted something else. Thank you and hope to see something from you soon.

[@ericgarcia1511]

Excellent Video! I like how you take the time to explain things in detail and how you did not blaze through it! Thank You !

[@leonbain6482]

Good and detailed. Thank you. It took me forever, but I got it done. By the way, that part that you said not to disconnect the electrical cable from looked like the throttle body. Thanks again.

[@jeffjameskorsing1890]

+Leon Bain anyone got poor idle???? I have to rev up a bit than rpm is normal maybe i left something disconnected

[@amandamariehards4513]

Great instructions , everything mentioned was usefull. On the wire harness conections the clips that lock them in place don't have to be removed, just pushed in.less parts to loose.great job!

[@JaysVneck]

Thanks for this video. I followed it from start to finish. Got my starter on my 328i replaced with your help.

[@XP72official]

Thank you. Done in 2 hours with the right tools and I saved hundreds of dollars.

[@kerimcelik3955]

This is the first video I’ve watched of yours and just wanted to say you explain things very well and I need to replace my starter on my 2008 328i 3.0 L also your video is a big help , so thank you very much and from now on I’ll be watching, dam good job....👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@chanhmounbua2911]

thank you for the awesome video, I just got done with job on 528i. the video was very helpful and cameraman was great

[@mp3masterS08]

The level of depth in the video is great, also you can actually see everything hes talking about! Great Job!!!

[@billhaneline7498]

Very helpful! Good job showing to two little bolts that hold the harness on the bottom of the manifold.

[@Bigjamez2011]

Tackled this job last night , didn’t remove the intake fully , only loss I had was the brittle crankcase tube on the rear busted

[@sailingstrathcona]

Best Video I could find showing step by step! Thank you so much!

[@FernandoHernandez-uq8jt]

Amazing way of showing how to remember bolts and where parts go. great video!

[@shujaatfaheemkhan]

You Da man!!! took me less than 2 hrs to open it up. Hardest part was to take the 3 plastic hoses off of the intake manifold. There were 2 more on the farther end, of which I got one and the other one just broke..

[@tomhernandez1308]

Just an update to my last reply - my fix completed, swapping the starter motor worked!!! And unplugging the throttle body plug seemed to have no affect, which was good as I was able to clean and examine it a bit easier. Unplugging those CCV hoses was such a bear that I really only got one of the three underneath the manifold disconnected and then decided to just move the rest out of the way while I got to the starter bolts and maneuvered the starters through, not bad at all. I did use a brand new dealer starter motor at $240 (after a slight discount!), and sprung for a new battery which replaced a 4 year old battery that was probably OK, but oh well. This went from a no-click no-nothing start condition to the healthiest start I've gotten from that car. My only real clue before total failure was the engine cranking more and more slowly when starting -- but only in the mornings when extra chilly. I had taken the removed one into Autozone and it ran on their no-load tester, so the solenoid wasn't bad. They also commented it sounded weak, so the motor was simply worn out to the point of not being able to crank. There was carbon powder all around the starter gear, which I've seen before in bad starters (= carbon brush wear particles). Thank you again for doing this video. Seeing the process really helps gain confidence in my own attempts to do the same. And now I know most of the steps to do an eventual CCV system replacement. I did see signs that its days are numbered...

[@myrcworld9345]

I really appreciated your repair video. It helped me replace my starter and saved me a lot of money and I don't really work on cars. You have really good mechanical skills. Keep up the good work!

[@jeffjameskorsing1890]

this guy is awesome!!,, you can tell he is a young guy by his voice,, but he gave an excellent direction piece by piece instruction how to get to the starter!!. thumbs up homie!!!!

[@hodgekiller11bravo]

Excellent video. Swapping out the starter on my E90 tonight and this just made it a hell of a lot easier. Thank you for the effort you put into doing this.

[@honestbrother9427]

Wow, you are awesome. This is one if not the best video of fixing a car that I ever watched. You went through the steps one at a time, WOOOOOW you are good, please keep up the good work.

[@NiCkShinny]

Hey man, I don't even wanna do this job Once, and you did it Twice just to give us a good DIY video. Greatly Appreciated!!! Definetly the best diy video I've found for this job.. 👍👌🙌👏

[@davidgrisez]

This video attracted my attention because the starter motor in my 2011 BMW 328i needs to be replaced. I was curious to see what the service department of my BMW dealer has to do to replace the starter motor. Today's cars are a lot more complex than they were in times past. With many old cars one can get at the starter motor by jacking up the front of the car and the starter motor was easily accessible from beneath the engine.

[@samscertifiedautorepairllc5818]

Thanks for Video. I just Change Starter on 2011 328i, and with air tools, it only took me an hour and 50 minutes done.

[@gr2262]

Great video man thanks for taking the time to film it and describe every lil detail. This is hands down one of the best dyi tutorials for people looking a complete guide to this repair keep it up. Can u make one to replace the springs on the e90 lol

[@Alexander-uz6fn]

Giving me the confidence to tackle this job, thanks man! best wishes!

[@luisnavarrete8666]

Hey man awesome video, my car starter just fail me like two days ago. I imagine the steps are the same to a 08 328i couple. I will study your video and make notes. When the time is ready I'll replace my starter. Liked and subscribe. You should make more DIY. You sir have save a lot of people money .

[@Apathy1969]

I may have to do this soon. Your video is much appreciated. Very detailed and great camera work. Thank you,

[@allenalto7625]

Thanks for posting! This is very helpful since the starter on my E90 needs replacement soon. Really appreciate the detailed steps you've provided and the great camera shots. You sir have given me confidence to do this myself vs taking it to the dealer and paying top $$.

[@thelsel348]

Great video. As someone who has done this job I will say those plastic hoses connected to the manifold are brittle and expensive. I cringed everytime he yanked on them showing how to take them out. That second bolt on the back side of the starter is a pain in the ass. My socket and ratchet didn't have enough clearance to fit. Had to use a regular box end wrench on the torx head which did work. Also, the engine is magnesium so every bolt attached to the engine is aluminum and has to be replaced or they will snap if reused. Do not even think of replacing them with steel or galvanic corrosion between the two metals will prevent you from ever getting that bolt off again. Good to know NAPA has these bolts, I've been buying mine at the dealer which is usually closed when I really need them. FYI these are all the same steps to get to the crank position sensor which is right underneath the starter.

[@akinplus1]

Nice, Very Very detailed!! Best N52 manifold removal video out there!!

[@thomaslacorazza3872]

I have a 2006 330i 4dr E90: I used a 7/16 box wrench(closed side) on the rear facing torx bolt holding the starter on(the longer one). ALSO! VERY IMPORTANT! The 330 is a 'tuned' 325/328. One of the modifications made to the 330i is a three stage air induction system. The two air hoses attached to the "back" of the manifold do not hold the manifold to the engine. Instead, they extend from an additional air "tank". There are two supplementary air lines connected to the bottom and side of this "tank". In addition and just as necessary to remember to address, there is a four-strip panel with wire connectors attached; these connections need to be disconnected before the manifold will ready for removal. ~~~~~take pictures of thing as you go. Just remembered, the torx screws holding the wiring harness to the manifold is a T29 on my car. I, fortunately, purchased a multi-size pack for $14.99. The back one was hard-as-f*%k to get out. Be careful you don't strip it.

[@leelandbeats]

once disconnecting the two air hoses (bottom, side) of the three stage air induction system & four strip wire connectors. When you remove the manifold is the three stage air induction system attached? Also can you just unscrew the panel for the four strip connectors instead of disconnecting all of them?

[@TheGoromeo]

I just did mine on my 330i and yes you are right but I was able to install new starter without removing intake manifold or air lines. I just set aside. tip please remove Steering pump bracket for more space.

[@magnum960]

This is BASICALLY a bad ass video, and that's where I'm at right now.

[@jeffjameskorsing1890]

BEST STARTER REPLACEMENT VIDEO ON THE INTERNET!!!!!!!!!

[@devtesting8800]

Thank you for taking the time to do this and post it. You saved me at least $1000. You rock!

[@W_TylerMann]

Thank you so much for this video. It was a huge help to all of us DIYers. Knocked mine out no problem. Awesome video!

[@jorgetapia8793]

Bro keep making these videos, this was insanely helpful.

[@makingsomemula]

I believe your video was exactly what I needed to watch to change my starter... thank you in advance

[@86weeman]

Best diy video I’ve ever seen. Keep up the good work

[@michaellane8294]

Hi I checked your video out and it was very helpful. I actually did my this morning and everything worked out great, continue the great information thanks.

[@rustyballstud5570]

Diving into this work soon on my E90 330i.. great tutorial here and additional comments for my specific car, although the recaps on bolt IDs and parts inventory are a little much! ;-)

[@Qchiko]

Thanks for taking time to do this video! You are awesome 😎 my car is back on the road due to the advise and very well high quality video! 🙏🏽

[@jwilkin]

Nice video man. I needed to swap my intake manifold and I couldn't for the life of me remove the throttle body sensor from the throttle body (see 31:25). Glad to know that you don't need to unplug that to swap the manifold. Guess I'll try again this weekend. :)

[@TofuCoCo]

Great Video always wonder where the starter was on my e90. Going to bookmark for future use. Keep up the great vids.

[@stewart3404]

Awesome, saved me serious money following your video.

[@wiggy4419]

Good job, made the video longer than it needed to but you did great 👍🏾

[@Elevate626]

Bro you are the fucking the man!! Thank you for taking the time for detail on everything! Bmw dealer must hate you. You got a subscriber!

[@efan1980]

It is a great video. It walked through every step on the DIY starter replacement project.

[@mostlyflabbergasted4573]

A MILLION THANKS FOR YOUR GENEROSITY !

[@SKWDMDYT]

AMAZING VIDEO!!! you are a natural at this. Thanks very much for the video.

[@antoniovenegas5373]

About to try this out today and excited to see where it takes me.

[@trured1903]

Job complete..... saved money doing it myself💥💥💯

[@louiesaenz3597]

This video is great. Very professionally done. Keep em coming !

[@robertwheeler2295]

dude thanks so much .....did it myself thanks to you and saved a grand!

[@classy.redneck]

Your video saved us a ton of money! Your video was awesome! thank you.

[@drew5955]

Keep em coming bro. Great work great angles. Very informative!

[@amex1997]

excellent video , great camera guys, excellent job

[@nissan240sx1985]

Thank you all I need was to take my intake manifold off and this was the best video so far 👍💪💪

[@alanmok5822]

if you have a CALIFORNIA car, the vaccum hose underneath the intake is different (42min10sec) VERY difficult to R/R. THANKS CARB!!!!!! I'm going to try r/r the starter without removing the intake completely as mentioned in a comment below

[@thegeneral52001]

Great video, I'm gonna use it to change my crankshaft position sensor this weekend. You should add the CPS to the title to get more views and likes.

[@estuardoguzman3000]

Best DIY video I have ever seen, great job man. Look forward to seeing more videos from your channel. I have an e60 528i which should be very similar. Thank you 😉

[@MrFryfish]

congratulation for such a comprehensive diy to remove starter motor. Thanks.

[@ShannonPricePhoto]

thanks for this really good video! I was able to not completely remove the Intake Manifold, just move it out of the way. I could not get the T25 in the back/bottom that secures the wireharness nor did the squeeze to disconnect pvc connections under the IM. (was 8 degrees out and was cold lol) nt fighting with these saved me hours!

[@liamtrillz]

Trying to do the same thing. I stripped one of the T25 screws so I gave up on trying to remove that harness. Was about ready to just cut the damn bracket right off it self. Even tho thag whole thing actually slides out of the bracket. I can’t get mine to budge. Also 8 degrees out and my hands were so cold. And then my buddy just had to break one of the CCV hose’s so now I’m at a standstill waiting for that to get delivered. I don’t even wanna finish the job the weather is so shitty. Ughhh. 😩

[@MrSandman52]

Great video!! saved me 1300 bucks!! Thank you, much appreciated sir!!

[@ALL-STAR1654]

Great Tutorial Bro! Very Specific and detailed, best ive ever seen

[@buzzfry1960]

Great video but I don’t think I would let autozone test that starter half those boys couldn’t tie there shoe . I would probably find a place that rebuilds alternators and starters do it to be sure . That’s an lot of work to find out it’s not the problem. But you did great thanks for posting

[@g9pipes]

@ minute 31' that part is the Throttle Housing, you should also replace that green seal after removing it with part #13547522361. Great Video by the way

[@jakem2410]

The best diy video ever. Thanks man.

[@cletocortez8108]

Awesome job carnal, about to handle this tomorrow!

[@SallyGee-mq8jk]

Awesome video. I do have a question to where is the heater control valve located I have a 2010 bmw 328i. Any information would be much appreciated thank you

[@wbram]

Excellent video, very thorough. Thank you!!

[@MrPhantom2183]

This is by far the best how to video Ive seen of a e90 inside the engine . Question in order for me to replace the valve cover crankcase thats built in the valve cover I do not need to remove the intake manifold correct ? Thanks

[@kalin6923]

Great video! This helped so much and the detail is great. Thanks!

[@samanthaouammou9929]

Great details and video I will do mine on Tuesday It’s 320i