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E46 facelift 318i reliability/issues?
Bought a beautiful 2003 model E46 318i (facelift) just over a year ago at a dealer. Full Service History. Probably paid a bit too much at R67k. Car was basically a 2 owner car, both previous owners...
View ArticleE90 Gearbox Oil Cooler
Hi guys, I sent my car to SMG for an oil service yesterday. The service advisor told me that the there is transmission oil in the coolant bottle therefore the gearbox oil cooler needs to be replaced. I...
View ArticleE46 330Ci P0171 + P0174 fix
Howsit guys, i thought i'd post up some info incase anyone else comes across this same problem. i was driving around this weekend, and noticed the rev counter bouncing during idle especially when...
View ArticleSteering shaking under braking
Hi guys. I am moedeloos now... My car shakes terribly when braking. At high speeds it is naturally more prominent, but at low or crawling speeds it feels like it slightly grabs and releases. I wrote...
View ArticleRate my idea: stupid -> dense
I'm thinking of purchasing a 2013/2014 F30 320i. Basic interior, maybe M-sport. Cars are selling for around R180k - R200k with +- 100k kms. I wouldn't need to go for a loan, but I want to use the...
View ArticleSide-shafts CV's
Anyone who knows if it is possible to replace the cv's on your side shafts ? If one can, where to source good quality. Otherwise just replace the whole thing at a higher cost. Thanks in advance.
View Articlepositive control valve
i would greatly appreciate it any advice regarding a positive control valve ,this valve sits on the cylinder head cover or tappet cover ,its a breather valve agents dont sell this separately but the...
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E90 Corner Splitters - Giveaway
As per the subject, they are free. They made from fibreglass and black The top of the splitters was trimmed off with a dremel, see pics. IIRC they for pre-lci E90. They just going to end up in the bin...
View ArticlePropshaft Vibration
Gents. So I get this vibration coming form the center of my car(E90 325 150000km), only when accelerating . When coasting or decelerating there's no vibration. Also when rolling the car in gear or...
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E90 320i oil leak
Hi gents The link attached. What part is leaking here. Thank you in advance https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=quZLgP01jls It looks like a screw. The one i circled. It sits behind the power steering pump....
View ArticleE90. 320i water pump
Evening gents Just to check. I need to replace the screw on the engin block behind the water pump. I have replaced the power steering pump a while ago but cant remember. Can i remove the water pump...
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F30 320i problems out of plan
Hello Fanatics, My 2013 320i is approaching 100 000km. I have decided not to extend my motorplan. Are there any common problems with this car out of plan. If you have encountered anything please share.
View ArticleLooking for a BMW E46 318i Facelift Automatic with low mileage for sale
Looking for a BMW E46 318i Facelift Automatic with low mileage for sale
View ArticleN42 vs N46 engine (BMW E46 318i)
Which engine is more reliable and will give less problems?
View ArticleE46 320i and 325i Auto fuel consumption ?
What is the fuel consumption on the E46 320i or 325i autos? I'd like to get a 6 cylinder engine but am quite worried about the fuel consumption.
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320i F30 Brand of brakes to go with
Hi guys, So this is the first time I will be putting brakes on the car out of MP, needed some guidance on what to go with for my F30 Ive been to masterparts and this is the quote they gave me:...
View ArticleE90 xenon ballast testing
Hi Gents I need some advice. I need to replace one of my Xenon bulbs on my E90. A forum member was kind enough to give me a spare that he had, when I installed the bulb and switched it on the bulb blew...
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the fob key on my m325i
hi there gents.i am new here THE NAME IS SHANDOR. i got me m325i touring and she drives nice.yesterday i check oil on dash it went lower then middle.does that sensors mess around alot?and can any help...
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Brake Pad Replacement Warning
Morning All, I require some insight Pls? Based on the Warning message, is there a sub section that identifies Front or Rear without a physical inspection? What is the estimated mileage that can be...
View ArticleAuto Transmission Oil change
Good day Fanatics Is there anyone that can advise when the automatic transmission fluid in an F30 automatic should be changed if at all? I asked BMW and was told never. I would think the oil would...
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