BMW Intake Manifold Removal | M54 M52 M52tu | Z3 E36 E46 + More

This video shows the disassembly and removal of my 2001 Z3 2.5i M54 intake manifold. This is the first time doing this so the struggle was real at times. My Z3 is also a 5-speed manual so an automatic may have additional parts to remove.
Terri is not a certified mechanic and is not responsible for any injuries or damages.

[@Dagger1960]

I really like your slow and steady (and detailed!) method! Watched a couple videos where, they just fast forwarded past everything! Thank you soooo much for taking the time to put this together! It has been invaluable already! Please keep up the good work!

[@CoolcatsAlley]

Thanks and I'm glad my video is helpful. I watch a lot of KZbinrs do mechanic work on various cars and a lot of them assume the viewers know how to do everything so they skip a lot of the important details. I wanted to make my channel more beginner friendly cuz for most of us who own a Z3 this is our first car that we're working on ourselves.

[@bogusienombre355]

Smoothest intake removal I've ever seen. Its an honest portrailal. 100%. Good narriation.

[@CoolcatsAlley]

It was a pretty easy process outside of the fuel line fiasco 😆

[@HenryCalderon-k1w]

😮 thanks for the information it nice to see a lady to do mecanic God bless you and Make more videos like that and thanks again

[@CoolcatsAlley]

Thanks for the kind words. I really enjoy being able to work on my own car.

[@dmalott0908]

So super helpful!!! I need to replace my starter and thanks to you I will get that done and hopefully back on the road! There are so many small things I am going to replace while I am this deep in here. Thank you for taking your time to post this video!

[@CoolcatsAlley]

You are most welcome. It's a big project to replace all the things under the manifold but it's worth it before things degrade too much.

[@glenedwards9862]

Thank you so much grate videos top insight appreciated how you showed what your doing & explaining well done . I'm back on the road.👍🙏😘

[@CoolcatsAlley]

I'm glad my videos helped 😁

[@e30_lad_ireland]

Very well done young lady! Was quite interesting and thanks for sharing your experience! Can’t wait to get my hands dirty and do all that in my Z3!

[@CoolcatsAlley]

Thanks for watching! Overall, it's an easy process. There'll just be a couple moments where you'll have some tight spots that will give you some difficulty.

[@e30_lad_ireland]

@@CoolcatsAlley thank you for the comment! Certainly it is very fun to do!

[@JMUDoc]

I recommend the "02Pilot" mod for the CCV - connect the little 3.5 mm port on the oil separator (has a vacuum plug on it) to any unused vacuum port on the back of the manifold. Costs only 1 m of 3.5 mm vacuum hose, and took my oil consumption from 400 miles per litre to 1500+ miles per litre. Can be done with the manifold on the car from underneath, if your arms are long enough!

[@CoolcatsAlley]

Thanks for the feedback. This will be great info for anyone interested.

[@JoseMairena-b1l]

Thanks for working on the Z3 , you make it look so easy to follow 👌great job. Thanks

[@CoolcatsAlley]

Thanks! I do struggle at times but the power of KZbin makes everything magic lol

[@johncarsula7482]

It would be nice if you can have the re assembly process as I have learned and enjoy your step by step video

[@CoolcatsAlley]

Definitely! I'm reassembling everything today so I'll make a video. This way if I struggle with anything I can point it out.

[@miles-thesleeper-monroe8466]

Great content Terri, im in the UK and doing my research to buy one of these little beauties. Your vids are excellent and really helpful 👍i think which engine to go for is my biggest decision, want a 6 pot but which one, is your 2.5 plenty for fast?

[@CoolcatsAlley]

The 2.5 is a good choice. However, if you're looking for doing motorsports and you want to have a sportier experience than the 2.8 and 3.0 are more popular for that. Those cost significantly more so it's going to come down to whether or not you feel the added cost is worth it. I would recommend the 2.5 to anyone. I think it's a solid choice.

[@miles-thesleeper-monroe8466]

@CoolcatsAlley great thanks, i think i was heading that way. There's plenty of 2.2's over here not sure if they had them there, not sure how quick they are, not for racing but weekend fun on the back roads while we still can!

[@CoolcatsAlley]

@@miles-thesleeper-monroe8466 Ah thrn the 2.5 is all you will need to enjoy yourself. Over here we have the 1.9 which was the first version and then they gave us a 2.3. there's also the M models. And then of course the 2.5, 2.8 and 3.0. as long as you get inline 6. You should be good to go as long as it has a good maintenance record on it.

[@miles-thesleeper-monroe8466]

​@CoolcatsAlley finally took the plunge and got a 3.0 M54 with 100k. She's needing some TLC including a bodged repair on that throttle body boot so I've got the confidence to order a replacement after seeing this amazing tear down. Thanks so much. My engine looks exactly the same as yours which I'm very relieved about! My next job is to track down a power steering leak, which isn't coming from the bottle or its hoses. The pump works but need to find that leak and pray it's not a big job! Anyway thanks again following you all the way 👍

[@CoolcatsAlley]

@@miles-thesleeper-monroe8466 Congratulations on your new to you car! With the 3.0 make sure you check the welds inside the trunk and around the rear differential. The rear subframe has a tendency to break so give it a good look over. There are lots of videos that you can look at to show you what to look for for the rear sub frame.

[@jorgemora7190]

Wow coolcat you did very good job really you are the best thakns Por explant very well l wish she know mecanic cars

[@CoolcatsAlley]

Thank you for the kind words 😊

[@CHRISANDREOU4199]

Great job.👍 I have done this job many times on a m54b30 in an e46, It's fiddly and involved,still not easy even now

[@CoolcatsAlley]

Thanks 👍🏻 This was my first time so I'm pleased with how well it worked out. The fuel line was the hardest part for me.

[@CHRISANDREOU4199]

@@CoolcatsAlley defo more fiddly in Z3 engine bay

[@nomanoxfficial9992]

i am your new subscriber😊and i like your video you are so intelligent ❤

[@CoolcatsAlley]

Thanks for the support!!

[@mikenelson1383]

Great video thank you. I’m gonna tackle this soon

[@CoolcatsAlley]

Thank you. It's a big job but it's worth doing.

[@MomentofZed]

Nice job! Way to dig in!

[@CoolcatsAlley]

Thanks! It was definitely a job.

[@Eli-ip2vl]

Absolute PITA job

[@CoolcatsAlley]

It has its moments

[@decagod]

your engine bay is so clean! Can you make a Tutorial on how to clean it please! CoolCat your da best! thank you!

[@CoolcatsAlley]

Sure thing! Once it warms up outside I'll make a video.

[@decagod]

your awesome ! thank u!@@CoolcatsAlley

[@daniellerodman1043]

Nice job I really enjoyed it from momma cat

[@CoolcatsAlley]

Thanks

[@JoseMairena-b1l]

Hey Terri I own a 2000 Z3 , Question there is a hose that comes out of the gas rail ,Where do that hose connect ? Thanks ❤

[@CoolcatsAlley]

Are you talking about the fuel line that connects at the back of the manifold between the engine and firewall?

[@JoseMairena-b1l]

@@CoolcatsAlley it actually runs from the rail to under the front of the manifold, maybe I get to see it when you assemble back the video that I you were working on, I thank you for your reply 🙏

[@CoolcatsAlley]

@@JoseMairena-b1l I think you are refering to one of the CCV hoses. Check out my CCV replacement video and see if that clears it up. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gYHFlIhogpx_ldksi=jKhFaTuVeOjnP8EN

[@videosoftheyear7178]

I'm stuck on the velve back on intake manifold on my bmw z3...one on the left where there are three of them but two got cap... Please tell me where the hose from that velve goes to😢

[@CoolcatsAlley]

The black and white valve or the one that clips to the manifold?

[@videosoftheyear7178]

@@CoolcatsAlley I just watched your video where you installing the intake manifold it's gaved me all the answers... I was looking for the hose that connect to black and white thing... Which I haven't seen on my car... I got to find it🤣🤣🤣 Thandi you for this tutorials... You have your self a big Fan🙏

[@CoolcatsAlley]

@@videosoftheyear7178 it's possible the vacuum lines broke and that black and white check valve fell off. They are cheap to replace if needed.

[@鄭海宇]

👍 so helpful

[@CoolcatsAlley]

Glad it helped

[@brainfleming8756]

There is no need to be careful about not moving the flapper on the DISA valve, it is the throttle body that you have to be careful about.

[@CoolcatsAlley]

Thank you I appreciate the help

[@larrydenton7795]

Would it be possible to ask u a question about my 2000 Z3 by phone?

[@CoolcatsAlley]

Send me an email at [e-mail] or message my DM on Instagram @CoolcatTerri.

[@daniellerodman1043]

Hello Terri from mommacat 😊😊

[@CoolcatsAlley]

Hey