You Don't Want To Do This STARTER Replacement BMW 325i √ Fix it Angel

[@danielpacurar2644]

I've always removed the intake manifold to help facilitate room to remove the starter. Glad to know it can be done from under the vehicle as well. Good job!

[@WizzRacing]

Me too..I just remove it. Do everything from the top...

[@aymw9259]

HOLY CRAB ! That is a lot of work just for removing BMW starter. No wonder my mechanic friend told me he only fix Japanese car........ GOD bless you Mr FixItAngel.

[@pelotas56]

Friends don't let friends work on bmw...time to loose his number😂

[@n9wox]

Especially if the car doesn't show up on time.

[@lar4305]

Hahaha, i hate working on BMW's , VW, Audi. The people that design the cars are torturous.

[@vietnguyenlong7132]

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[@Rfrxs91]

Takes me about 45 mins to remove the intake and everything else around it to clear enough room for starter to be removed from on top. This was a wild way to do it.

[@domy2yo]

Removing the intake manifold is the best way to do this starter..

[@ezequielnassiaca861]

Kkkkkkk he didn't know how he knows

[@arthuresclamada1805]

yep, that's how it's done. At the same time the CPS is replaced because that sensor is also a bitch to replace and it does fail. Doing it under is the most difficult route.

[@mavricxx]

What’s the CPS?

[@arthuresclamada1805]

​@@mavricxx Crankshaft Position Sensor, same location as the starter.

[@domy2yo]

@@mavricxx Crank Position Sensor

[@sungbros]

Angel: You're wearing slippers or shoes ? Go put on shoes, you're pushing a car. Daughter: But you're wearing slippers... Angel: Do as I say...not as i do

[@PavKar308]

more like: angel: "because I am not ganna push LOL"

[@randyanderson4360]

Dam Angel you got more patience than a hospital. I've would've taken a week to replace that. Keep up the good work

[@adamanderson8631]

I knew it was bad when i was quoted $1600 from the local dealer to do it. I did mine up top by removing the intake manifold, well i had just broken my hand so i convinced my brother, a BMW motorcycle mechanic, to do it for me. Cost me a six pack!

[@FixItAngel]

wait..what?? $1600!!?? nice that you convinced your brother. and only a sic pack?? lol

[@oryhara4320]

Please people do this from the top.....I know it seems daunting to pull the intake but its really not, then everything is really easy to access. no jack, no lowering of transmission, no risk of dropping a car on yourself or the frustrations of try to reach up into that tiny space. and honestly its much faster. great job on the video and your tenacity is to be admired.

[@words1238]

how am i supposed to kill fuel pressure when i cant crank the engine over...... i hate this car cant wait to get rid of this hunk of shit

[@oryhara4320]

@words1238 there's a small valve at the front of the fuel rail it's a Schrader valve like a bicycle tire this allows you to relieve pressure from the fuel rail

[@jimjohnson4072]

Just did it on an e82. Took the manifold out and did it from the top. Back bolt for the starter was tough but with a flatter flex head ratchet, I got it no problem with the intake completely out. Tried it with the intake just off but not fully removed. Pushed out of the way, and no…fully remove the intake manifold, and it’s pretty darn easy! I’m very mechanically inclined but never did this project before. Took me 4 hours or so, but that wasn’t me working super diligently. Took my time, took some beer breaks. Also tested my starter at the white junction box. Tested it with a multimeter. Told me we had proper power all through the system to that point, which only left the white wire running power to the starter. Not a fan of the tapping the starter method to diagnose it. Multimeter is a must on electrical issues!

[@crimthegrim]

I think it's time for you to get your self a car lift sir I think you have earned it with all your hard work

[@luismarty1685]

On some of those BMW's it's much easier to remove the intake manifold to gain access to the starter.

[@FixItAngel]

I will try that next time. Just following the repair manual procedure

[@erickjuma7643]

Most pple seem to be recommending removing the intake

[@PaedrianGuides]

Great work. I’ve done a few of these at work. I’ve always pulled the intake manifold; alittle more work but ALOT easier. Labor time is more than enough.

[@FixItAngel]

i will try from the top next time. i was just following the repair manual. But you can always say, there are other ways to do a repair. You don't have to always follow the book. Many have commented like yours. Go on the top and remove the intake manifold. I get it. thank you for the comment. Happy Thanksgiving.

[@san1tizer698]

brother just take the intake manifold off and use a 10 mm box wrench to get the etorx bolts off the back of the starter, I did this whole job on my e46 in an hour. granted I have taken my intake manifold off over 10 times and it takes me 15 minutes at this point. Your commitment to getting it out from the bottom is admirable and I appreciate your effort.

[@MrGibratan]

Good job i did mine removing the intake manifold its a time consuming job

[@jonathanrpu]

you bring back memories of the absolute " bastards" of many jobs I once used to tackle for a living "...40 years of awkwardness is hard on the joints , neck and knees ....Look after yourself the best you can and your lovely family.....from Jonathan in Northern Ireland United Kingdom.....love your show and colourful honest language when describing some of the painful operations!....fan for years "Angel".....i will have to buy a souvenir from you as on of my favorite nice guys working hard for your family and lack of electro car lifts....I would have been a useful friend to you if i lived in your country as i was also making old cars like new to a high standard which brings in custom by the truck load!....Carry on the great work and providing for your kids etc. as it is well earned and deserved.

[@artccie]

Can we get Angel some wooden blocks to prop the car up or extra jack-stands and hydraulic lifts to act as backups..I want to keep watching Angel's videos for many years to come.....

[@pierombon]

The BMW E46 6-cylinder engine starter motor is located on the left side of the engine below the intake manifold. It is not the easiest part to access on your BMW and can be replaced a few different ways. On most rear wheel drive manual transmission models, you can access the starter from below. On rear wheel drive automatic transmission models, you can access it from below but there limited workspace. On all-wheel drive models, the sub frame has to be lowered to access the starter from below, so I prefer to pull the intake manifold . You should be aware that in all 6-cylinder models you can pull the intake manifold out of the way to replace the starter. You have much better access and can avoid lying on your back for hours. Great video , well appreciated the effort you took. keep up the great work.

[@FixItAngel]

thank you for sharing. i appreciate it. have a nice day.

[@Nickbmw89]

On e36 better to lower subrame in engine bay and lower gearbox a bit and do it from under the car than removing the intake many cus that wont give you much space to losen the bolts from starter

[@Romee_rome]

Your family has grown up so much.

[@HomieHektor]

BMW👉🏼Bring My Wallet 💸

[@edcain3676]

Got that Right,Especially if Your Heading for Dealer.Lol

[@speed3000gt]

Hey Angel, Have you done a starter job on a 2001 to 2007 Toyota V8? Its under the air intake manifold!!

[@mechanic4744]

😰

[@tomasgaspar8065]

So does a 2010 Honda civic

[@joerex2612]

I did working in that kind of situation on my cars during my younger years, but now, can't do it anymore. I'm 75 y o now... hahaha. I admire your patience.

[@huanweili7699]

Wow, I respect you for doing the job from the bottom and still be able to get it done. Great job bro.

[@litoloco4fish]

BMW Nightmares!!! Amazing kuya how you film this stuff even though you barely have room for your hands 🤙🏽👍🏼

[@mengsong7554]

They should let the people who designed it do the work and see how they feel when mechanics or DIY try to fix their ignorance design. Overall nice work and love your videos.

[@handyman8764]

Meng Song: That's their point. They want to do it for you and then charge you an arm and a leg.

[@rob7hg]

Serviceability in the field is the very last consideration if considered at all when designing these monstrosities from hell. Not to mention they really don't want you to fix it but rather buy a new car.

[@rogeryanez8107]

Totally agree

[@kipmcmahan9714]

Not ignorance but planned service and maintenance nightmares. All the manufacturers are following suite for increased profits for the stealerships after the initial sale. Planned obsolescence is REAL.

[@lyem654]

At 19:06 we can tell that someone had removed the starter before and didn't bolt the cable hanger with the loop using the starter outer bolt. This is why it seems these two E12 bolts are not too hard to loosen. You should use a 24" long 1/2" externsion to remove these bolts working at the back of the tranny, not at the left side as you did.

[@JB-he1jt]

Those Duralast replacement parts don't quite last very long!! If I was keeping that car I would stay away from AutoZone for any critical electrical parts!! Good video 👍

[@sirsweetness8332]

Dura NOT last

[@edcain3676]

Oreilly's ,No Better.Probably 60-65% of House Brand Parts Are from China

[@sirsweetness8332]

You are soo right

[@coreymills1520]

Man that's old school great job I haven't seen nobody do that since the 80s I haven't had to do that since I had an old Toyota with a 4-speed or 5-speed shift from the early 80s rear wheel drive

[@lillyfuentes7618]

With all your efforts and all your knowledge..you should have your own car repair shop.I really enjoyed your videos.ty

[@mikemata623]

If you ever do one again, go from the top and remove the intake manifold. Way easier than going from below

[@arazabdulrahman188]

Good 👍 job

[@andresrodriguez393]

You are AWESOME!..Thank you. I was trying to get the top bolt out and now I know I can.

[@googleplusisdead]

You're an angel to do this for your friend, wow.

[@johnpaulgarrett1]

Great job, jack! That's called perseverence.

[@thebrinleywileyshowpodcast2160]

Hi angel, which one is better to do change the transmission fluid or flushed out the transmission fluid? I have Toyota Venza 2015..thank you

[@choisoon3993]

The first 3 minutes was hilarious.Anyway your daughter was helpful.

[@dironizareyes596]

i dont even remove the intake manifold on the e46 . just remove the cabin filter tray on the firewall and get a few 8mm open end wrenches. take the plastic cover off from around the master cylinder to get a lil more comfortable. then pull the starter out from under the throttle body. Thats how i do it on the e46

[@tanveerkhan9221]

U took time on this one Angel. I would have done this job in about 3 months LOL ur daughter wasnt that pleased when she came out to knock starter shes just like my daughter.

[@jeffbrown3963]

Had a Ford Sport Trac - two bolts, two wires and it pops right out ... But.. you can't get it out without removing the exhaust manifold! But this is way worse!!! Thanks for the heads up. Unfortunately for you if this was a friend or relatives car you didn't get any money for doing this. I'm in that boat! I work for hugs and " thank you's) . Great video. Thanks!

[@capone_rd_809]

hitting the starter trick saved me one time I was 2 hrs. away from home and my SUV would not start

[@capicapuchino5675]

My freaking 2001 Z3 Roadster just crapped out on me and I need to do the same, I am still debating if I want to work from the bottom or take the intake manifold and work from the top. thanks for sharing

[@rizwan.mizar4]

I am also learning arrows from Korean. I am also very fond of working in trains.

[@garygushue4273]

Replaced a couple not a fun job except i did it from the top & removed intake. It's a little bit easier than from the bottom but a good video as always angel :)

[@wellokayyes1266]

What a nightmare my friend. Yet you made it through and made me laugh many times here lol, all in all excellent work!! 🏁

[@NVzla]

Hey Angel! Those old bottle jacks make perfect transmission jacks.

[@selespeed3]

i hammer the starter a few times and it did start. but this is only temporary and the starter later failed. eventually have to replace it.

[@johnny8998]

BMW SERIES Removing the intake manifold is the best way to do this starter., I have done it..

[@Nickbmw89]

On e36 six cilinder better lower the engine and gearbox a bit

[@henryboytvvlog767]

Thumbs up done ✅ brother ❤ watching from Canada 🇨🇦

[@pugchronicals1374]

Angel overkill on the jack stands, but not even a cheap pair of safety glasses...? SIGHT IS A WONDERFUL GIFT..👀😎🧐🤓👩‍👩‍👧‍👦🤙🏽

[@carlosd.robles7971]

Did you lose any motor mounts to jack motor up a little

[@orangexxxx3140]

The E46 is super easy to work on but in this video you made it look like a nightmare lol.

[@alexward8596]

One of the worst intake manifolds I’ve removed, was the worst part of doing my clutch job on jackstands

[@dominadorregidor9508]

Quite challenging & detailed... Add on my learning... One thing if you dont mind? Why do you have a Phillipine Flag? I hope next would be automatic transmission.

[@I.Odnamra]

Lmao you're giving me flashbacks when I changed the starter on my 97 M3. It would have been easy if the previous owner didn't tighten the shit out of those two bolts when he did a clutch job. First I removed manifold but that's when I found out the bolts were too tight so I had to go from underneath.

[@FixItAngel]

when you think things will go smoothly. lol

[@MEMIN91911]

👍🏾 I like how tell kids to put shoes on and tou have slippers 🤭 Got my butt kicked once and it was chassis ground strap , After that I always use a H7 bulb tester home made tool .. You Talk videos now great work keep up videos Angel Pare!!

[@simonilett998]

I did one of these once, that was once too many...pig of a job. I estimated it taking around an hour, and I didn't want to remove the intake manifold, but I should have. I think it took me around 2 hrs. Started from underneath but ended up working mostly from up top with E torx ring spanners..Hardest part was getting the bolts started again, very difficult to get hands in there, hold the starter and start the bolts, no room to move and no stud/s to support the starter??!!....Got there in the end, then found the battery was also flat😂

[@FixItAngel]

yes you are right!! the books says labor time 2.2 hours. I bet that's if you have lift and you are a master mechanic. LOL

[@simonilett998]

@@FixItAngel Wasn't too far off time then...Unfortunately no lift, but even with a fair few years experience, nothing is ever easy nowaydays. It was R/H drive but still very cursable...I did it in a customer's driveway with a trolley jack and only used one axle stand, did it mostly from up top, fighting my way past all the other junk and hoses in the way..lol🤣

[@rusurextion]

did you had to use the computer to finish the job or the BMW doesn't require that step when changing the starter .

[@russell76531]

they do not need for starter replacment on e46

[@rusurextion]

@@russell76531 thank you.

[@IndiSkyz]

It could have been started in reverse also no need to push back then forward. Also you should have just pushed it into the driveway 1st time. Agree on pulling the intake to do the starter waaaay easier then underneath. Good job tho.

[@rimax82]

when starting the car by pushing, I use 2nd gear - anyway nice job, without a lift!

[@Lemuis]

You sir, are a lifesaver. I wasn't changing my starter but I needed to replace the cable from the alternator to starter. No need to remove the intake manifold with this method. I actually was able to use a mirror and two extensions on my ratchet from the front of the car once my oil filter housing was out. I also removed the CCV lines. For installation of the cable I went under the car like you and used my mirror to guide me. Only thing was I lost the 13mm nut.

[@dominadorregidor9508]

I wish i could have you portable impact wrench... I like it. How much does it cost? I want to have it but too expensive her in Phillipines.

[@supersabrosinho]

Around 250 dollars. Very expensive

[@ProPilotPete]

Ever figure out what the blue wire was for?

[@revolutions88]

So does mean all BMW's are difficult to work weather it be old or new ??

[@russell76531]

if you would have pulled intake this would have been 100% easier

[@prlover14]

Great job and love your videos! Especially since you show it from how to do it on the ground in your driveway. I wonder what that strap was that was hanging by the firewall with the eyelet. It seemed like an extra grounding strap and the starter looked like it was replaced before. Coincidence perhaps?

[@Tacurongcity2001]

why tow it just pop the clutch ?

[@FixItAngel]

i think his plates were expired.

[@pingzheng2004]

How do you start the engine when the start is broken?

[@GhOst-fv7kf]

Manual...u push and let it roll. Engine turn no need for starter to turn the engine.

[@geyo6285]

That starter has been changed before you can tell by the part number and stickers

[@Djm9393]

full send gotta love harbor freight jack

[@r.t.1942]

I did a 5 series 08 model from top much easier to do and found a ratchet wrench that fit the torx screws

[@zuradzmanashvili6168]

You are a cool guy, I learned a lot from you. Good luck brother.

[@adamedwards2435]

He shows it all the good and the bad.👍

[@FixItAngel]

thank you Adam

[@fvhitman4hire]

Nice job! The rear shocks is a walk in the park compared to this.

[@randyfleet9968]

There is a much easier way to get those mounting bolts out, for me anyway. I use the right size ratchet wrench from the top. It works just as well as a reverse torex socket.

[@hermidiazperez2533]

congratulations friend. good job from spain. espero que le cobraras 1000$ por la reparcion. Menudo trabajo de locos.

[@josebriseno1931]

That or the axel boot for the passenger side ever.

[@rolac6109]

😂 I haven’t watched the whole video and you are making me laugh with those comments. I have a 323i ‘00 and I know what you are talking about ( once you know what to do, everything else is gravy tho). I always watch 50’s kid or shoplifetv for reference

[@itb1820]

Selena got fat as fuck!

[@Ksatriya]

There's only one and time saving way to replace the starter on this car and that's removing the inlet Manifold , which vert good accessible, only 1 nut is bit pain which hold the Manifold straight up, rest I would say 1.5hrs job.

[@devenbelanger8463]

Would’ve been way easier to move the intake manifold. I’ve done this numerous times

[@ponchovilla9779]

Hey Angel that video was tight BRUH!

[@mkrp4]

I've done this back in 2012.. 2004 325I sport wagon

[@FocusedHands]

This was a pain! Nice work getting it out

[@Elboricua787PR]

Good job Angel keep the videos coming you’re my pandemic entertainment.👍🤟

[@walteraumassanne3252]

Hola Ángel mucho tiempo llevo sacarle el motor de arranque un trabajo de ese tipo se cobra x hora o es igual que el repuesto el costo . En nuestro país Argentina es por el valor de tu auto . Ej auto caro trabajo caro auto barato trabajo barato..

[@АрисланИмамниязов]

Видио у тя классные брат 👍но у тя холодно дождь снег бывает когда-нибудь? Как не посмотрю всегда солнечно

[@josephbonilla5910]

Ángel l love your patience take your time no comebacks 😊 is are goal :) 👍

[@Nickbmw89]

On e36 its easier from under the car just drop the gearbox and engine abit and its easier than removing intake mani cus there not enough space to lose the bolts especially if its on there for 300000

[@josealfredocuevas]

OMG!!!!! what a nightmare to fix 😳🤦🏼‍♂️

[@aprendertodo]

i love your videos, when replacing rear shock?

[@guerrerocatolico6840]

Hola amigo que laburo te costó sacar el motor de arranque te haria falta una fosa para no tener que estar agachado o acostado si tienes hazlo es mejor de la manera que te digo me gusta te diste mucha maña para sacar esto aqui se arregla el motor y se compra sus partes internas sea carbones inducido campos ese motor debe tener imanes por lo wue veo me llamo Sergio soy catolico como tu soy de ROSARIO Argentina un abrazo amigazo...

[@harisansari6126]

Doing this at the moment just removed the starter from under took 2 days

[@harisansari6126]

Just completed the job from underneath and now knowing how to do it from underneath Anyone who does it from the top is risking vacuum leaks and misfires doing it from underneath is the way to go, all these haters have no idea, yes it was hard the first time for me, I had the thought to quit and do it from the top, but now all said and done doing it from the bottom is the way to go, unless you already have to replace an intake manifold gasket …

[@deezomac4279]

I still see BMW hasn't changed there ways SMFH

[@kipmcmahan9714]

And... Getting worse.

[@pod9363]

For people who get worked up about how hard these are to work on, consider that BMW's market is people who have a regular 3k laying around for these fixes, or they're not going to own the cars long enough to see these issues.

[@LexusRepair]

Nice work bro 👍🏽😎

[@HomieHektor]

BMW 👉🏼Big Money Waster

[@101dragonsthe]

This is a pain in the ass just like the 3rd gen 4runner starters and even harder to remove out of there if you have 4wd. Don't even get me started with the 4.7l motors lol.

[@mridware9694]

Howz the weather

[@TheThreeLeggedChair]

perfect job for a sore neck. Good job.

[@deezomac4279]

Mr Angel is it possible to put the starter back in an easier place to reach?

[@emergencylowmaneuvering7350]

Better to that with a lift in a shop. Dam hard to be under car and bend and twist while on your back. You need that long extensions too..

[@alimardan4485]

Good job Pro 🤠🤠🤠👍👍❤️