ULTIMATE Guide To Maintaining An E9x M3 | Top Failures | Best Parts Sources | Parts Costs

This is the most up to date e9x m3 maintenance guide as of 2024. This video goes over common failures from weird idle issues all the way to total engine failures. Each part is discussed in depth explaining how they work, why they fail, how to fix, where to buy parts, what those parts cost, potential labor rates, and how difficult the parts are to replace.
Parts List:
Rod Bearings:
- BE Rod Bearing Kit: www.turnermotorsport.com/p-13...
- ACL Rod Bearing Kit: precisiondesignedms.com/colle...
Throttle Actuators:
- VDO: www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-...
- OEM BMW: www.turnermotorsport.com/p-21...
- EuroPower: europowermotorsports.com/prod...
Valve Covers/Gaskets:
- OEM BMW (Set): www.turnermotorsport.com/p-51...
- Bavarian Autosport: www.turnermotorsport.com/p-19...
- NRW Design: www.nrw-design.com/products/s...
Vanos Gear Covers:
- SLON: www.turnermotorsport.com/p-15...
- Evolve: ind-distribution.com/products...
- EuroPower: europowermotorsports.com/prod...
Fuel Injectors:
- OEM BMW: www.turnermotorsport.com/p-42...
- Bosch: www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-...
Fuel Breather Valve:
- OEM BMW: www.turnermotorsport.com/p-43...
- Bosch: www.fcpeuro.com/products/clon...
Idle Control Valve:
- OEM BMW: www.turnermotorsport.com/p-14...
- SMP: partshawk.com/standard-motor-...
DCT Pan/Seal:
- OEM BMW: www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-...
- VTT Billet: www.urotuning.com/products/vt...
- Fall Line: www.turnermotorsport.com/p-54...
Video Sections:
Intro 0:00 - 2:11
Rod Bearings 2:11 - 6:24
Throttle Actuators 6:24 - 10:07
Valve Covers/Gaskets 10:07 - 14:04
Vanos Gear Covers 14:04 - 18:25
Fuel Injectors 18:25 - 21:54
Fuel Breather Valve 21:54 - 23:56
Idle Control Valve 23:56 - 26:13
DCT Pan/Seal 26:13 - 29:05
Outro 29:05 - 30:49
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[@TheRealDr.Mabuse]

Who the F downvote such an informative video? What's wrong with people? Great job summarizing typical problems. I've dealt with two of these on my manual E92 M3 from 2007; T/A failed and needed replacement. R/B was done preemptive. The rest has not yet shown itself as far as I know and that - in my mind - shows how keeping up with the maintenance can contribute to increased longevity.

[@floyddasilva2719]

Exactly

[@Anthony_B]

I appreciate the kind words! Hopefully the video continues to find people such as yourself who appreciate these kinds of videos, you’re the type of person who I hope they make their way to! 💪🏼

[@abc.garage]

What’s up man, I saw your post from the Facebook group. Nice video on maintenance, hope it reaches a lot of people so they can keep their E9X M3’s in good shape!

[@Anthony_B]

Thank you for checking it out, I really appreciate it! 🤝🏼

[@ohhgourami]

The DCT pan bolts might only need to be re-torqued to spec. Discovered mine had a leak and decided to check the torque. Yup, many of the screws and oil drain plug were a bit loose. Tightened them back up, cleaned off all the oil, and checked 2 months later with 1k miles and it's dry.

[@Anthony_B]

That’s a really good point, definitely should check this first before full sending it on a whole job 👍🏼

[@kevinnesmith7269]

Good job!! Very helpful!

[@Anthony_B]

Thanks for watching!

[@euripidesroques6648]

Greatttttt and Informative video! 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@Anthony_B]

I appreciate the kind words! 🤝🏼

[@Shrm4n]

Thanks for the info! Valve and vanos covers are next on my list. Got just about everything else covered !!

[@Anthony_B]

Of course! Those are some of my next mods as well, good luck with the work!

[@floyddasilva2719]

Great video very informative 👏

[@Anthony_B]

Thanks for watching!

[@Gaidenas]

great vid, love the structure, thank you

[@Anthony_B]

I appreciate you checking it out! 💯

[@lukyone9241]

Great Stuff! Clear and Concise. Thank you!

[@Anthony_B]

Thank for watching!

[@lsv6883]

Great informative video. Subscribed!

[@Anthony_B]

I appreciate you checking it out! 🤝🏼

[@taigga4763]

Great content, thanks for making this video for the e9x community

[@Anthony_B]

Of course, happy to give back any way I can!

[@kcabreja2305]

Dude amazing video 🔥💪

[@Anthony_B]

Thanks for checking it out! 💯

[@quanganhtran2339]

Great Video. Thanks for List. Still some things to do for my e92m3

[@Anthony_B]

Thank you! Appreciate you watching! 🤝🏼

[@kurtiscravingbavaria3291]

Great video! Adding for everyone’s benefit that it’s always worth it to check FCP Euro first for OEM/OEM replacement parts. Their replacement program is much better than Turner, ECS, etc. Looking forward to more vids 👍

[@Anthony_B]

Good note! Definitely awesome if you can take advantage of their program!

[@RHEESEVDM]

Cool video! Definitely a good source of info for a new buyer for the E9x M3 platform!

[@Anthony_B]

Thank you! Hope it helps people better decide on one of these cars!

[@dannymunoz2156]

Thanks for the video. With the exception of the rod bearings I would suggest everyone try to DIY the rest. You just need the tools, a guide to follow from online or KZbin and time. It’s also satisfying knowing you did it yourself and saved a lot of money. Only thing I have left to do is DCT, fuel injectors, ICV and fuel breather.

[@Anthony_B]

Thanks for watching! And I agree, none of it is particularly difficult, and definitely worth keeping these cars on the road longer!

[@ltakallen]

Great Video, I found it to be extremely helpful. I have addressed several items. I now have additional items to add to my preventative list. Thanks 🙏🏾 😊. I have also subscribed and will be sure to recommend to others…✌🏾

[@Anthony_B]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it! 🤝🏼

[@Sergy_101]

Hey! Very informative and helpful video. Good job Man. You can make a video about engine mounts and suspension components + how to check their conditions. As part of E92 aging problems. Thanks and good luck!

[@Anthony_B]

Thank you for checking it out! I’ll have to start planning a follow up video with more common issues!

[@fengrr]

Pulleys/belts will need replaced around 100k as well.

[@Anthony_B]

Good point! Definitely should replace those as well around then, I’ve heard lots of stories of them failing lately on forums/fb groups

[@X11CHASE]

I’ve spent about 15k on maintenance so far (including labor), 24k if you count things that had to be redone

[@Anthony_B]

These can be pricey to own, but well worth it!

[@Rider_Tom]

well that puts me off owning one haha

[@Woodsea4]

Whats up man. Looks like you live in our area. North County. My brother and I both have e92's.

[@Anthony_B]

Hey! Correct, i do live in north county!

[@dommerdom]

This video is great. But it did just cost me $5k in parts. :)

[@Anthony_B]

Haha gotta do what you gotta do to keep these amazing cars going! 💪🏼

[@trevorr5175]

hey just about to purchase rod bearings. Going with BE, do you think it is necessary to plasti gauge them? Great video! definitely will be replacing the rest while doing the rod bearings!

[@Anthony_B]

Hey! It’s always good practice to make sure your clearances are correct, definitely will add some time to the job but the peace of mind is always worth it! Thanks for watching!

[@tedgreen4626]

When the throttle actuators fail, it is often the plastic gears. Metal gears are available, and can be considered a preventive maintenance item. A great deal of time and/or money can be saved by doing all of the preventive maintenance items on top of the engine at the same time.

[@Anthony_B]

You are correct, definitely a solid option if you don’t want to simply replace them! Thanks for pointing it out 👍🏼

[@camluczi]

You do not need to remove the throttle actuators when doing the ICV. However, the grey T pipe connecting the ICV and the throttle bodies can be a really stiff and get stuck onto the black rails of the throttle bodies, making it really difficult to remove. Making it easier would be to remove one bank of the TB (driver side). You would also have to remove the secondary air pump and get the wiring harness out of the way. I recently did this, and just cleaned the ICV, there was some carbon build up on the plates. You also have clear access to the starter motor which sits right under the ICV. Removing the driver side TB also gives you relatively easy access to the non-return valve at the back of the block just behind the cylinder head. Mine was gunky but still ok at 150k kms, but I replaced it anyways since I was there and not too expensive.

[@Anthony_B]

Oh ok, I appreciate you taking the time to add some knowledge to this video, hopefully whoever watches will read it and have a better idea of what to expect while in there 🤝🏼

[@kid2519]

Luckily, the previous owner took care of the idle control valve. I took care of the rest except the fuel breather valve because I can't take off the hose thing attached. So difficult.

[@Anthony_B]

You have to brake that clamp off and then use either a generic hose clamp to reattach it, or buy another bmw clamp and the tool to re crimp it, either way, not too bad once you have that first clip apart 👍🏼

[@LateNightRituals]

W vid. J sub'd

[@Anthony_B]

Appreciate it! 💪🏼