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1997 BMW 318 Questions & Answers
My bmw e36 compact 97 with the m43 316 engine,
have the fault codes read
filling at a bowser and then having problems indicate EVAP system problems --not venting properly
possible cam /s or crank sensor problem in the wiring
5/3/2017 12:30:03 AM •
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Where is the factory amp located ?
In the trunk up next to wheel wells. Start peeling carpet out of the trunk walls and you will find it. The rear speaker wires run right to it.
Please beware that only the 10 speaker systems have a factory amp. The stock 6 speaker systems run straight off of the factory radio. You can buy a factory amp bypass harness for this model at any good car audio shop.
Please find my answer helpful.
9/8/2014 8:27:55 PM •
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Reves up and down
mass air flow sensor
too much air going in
so check all air pipes for leak
3/21/2014 9:31:00 PM •
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Lost oil pressure in a 1999 540i and timing chain noise
from the book the oil pump is driven by a chain from the crankshaft. It is very possible that the oil pump has come loose and thrown/broken the pump chain. It will require a sump removal to check it out. recheck the oil level as what you read may have been a froth level . there is no reason for extra oil unless it was overfilled to start with or there is water contamination ( white /grey oil)
11/29/2013 12:24:13 AM •
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Engine start failure
Check for spark, at sparkplugs if no spark maybe needs a crankshaft position sensor
12/28/2013 10:50:04 AM •
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Electric convertible top does not completely
check hydraulic fluid level in the hydralic motor pump behind left side trim panel in the trunk.look on side or end of the motor pump assembly.look for screw type check plug. first place rags under the check plug to catch fluid spill unscrew the check plug fluid level should be 1/4 inch bottom of check plug hole if low you need add correct level fluid. then screw in check plug back in place.to bleed air out hydralic system you need helper to hold switch while you raise and lower the top slowly by hand raise and lower top several times to remove air out hydralic system. see if your convertible top will open and close all the way.
10/17/2013 8:13:50 PM •
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316i engine 318i e36
Check compression and timing. Then check sensors(MAF, oil pressure sensor). Don't crank engine too long. Cranking engine may pour a lot of petrol into your engine oil.
6/28/2013 1:37:59 PM •
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How does a manual top work on a 1998 BMW 323 I??
I believe you do this in this order. Roll windows down, release the latch at the top of the windshield, raise the front of the top, release rear cover by pulling the latch near the rear seat, Pull up the back of the top and then pull up on the rear cover. The back of the top should now fit into the opening under the rear cover. Continue to fold the top into this space. Push down on the rear cover to lock (won't be able to open trunk if not engaged.) To raise it, release rear latch cover, open rear cover and pull top out of opening. Raise rear of top so you are able to now close the rear cover, set rear of top down on cover and then pull fron of top down and engage the fraont latch. Hoe that helps.
1/23/2013 8:29:59 AM •
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Where is the shut off switch for a 2001 bmw
For What?Fuel Safety Shut OffNever been on any vehicle but a Ford ProductNeed to be in an accident for there to be a problemthere & then you junk the vehicleNo one knows anything about those switches-- after decadesVery Sad they keep asking
2/20/2013 2:48:28 AM •
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