Top 20 2001 BMW Z3 Questions & Answers

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Check the owners manual and see if the reset procedure is in there.

It could be that you have a problem with the VANOS system, that is the variable valve timing system on the engine. That system relies on the cam position sensors to work properly. Best to get it checked out by a BMW expert.

The main fuse panel is in the front PS engine compartment (near PS headlight but it has various fuses everywhere. Here is the Elec. troubleshooting pfd that may help or not ;-) : http://wedophones.com/Manuals/BMW/2001%20BMW%20Z3%20-%20M%20Roadster%20-%20Z3%20-%20M%20Coupe%20Electrical%20Troubleshooting%20Manual.pdf Good luck.

The correct radio SERIAL NUMBER is required for a code First remove the radio from the dashboard. Removal Info here www.fitaudio.com Then post the radio make+model plus all the letters+numbers on any labels,barcodes and a 14 character Serial Number stamped in the metal casing. This information can then be used to see if a code can be calculated Radio Code advice always available here (including BMW Z3 radios ) www.ukbookshelf.co.uk

may have to power it down---such as remove all power from the radio, wait a while and try again. If that doesn't work, I've heard that you have to wait up to six hours with the power ON and then retry. On the 318i the wait is about 90 min.

very hard. there are 2 options get one from the wreckers and fit it Find an upholster shop that has the means of recovering the dash like new. Look for dash restorer businesses on line and in the phone book yellow pages.

The CMP sensor is located somewhere on the head. Usually means either you need to replace the main seal or more likely your timing is off and you need to replace your timing belt or chain.

BMW Z3 M52TU Cam Sensor Replacement

TAKE THE DUST CAP OFF THE TENSIONER PULLEY, RELEASE TENSION AND IT SLIDES OFF. 16MM SOCKET

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go to BMW dealer. Show proof of ownership. They'll give you the code for free.

see about a tune up and reset the computer on it..

try the spare key if you have one may well be the transponder in the key not reading to allow it to start

be checking transmission fluid levels.. fill to full if low.. also look for contaminated fluid.. may need a fluid and filter change..

run fault codes for problems with accelerator position sensor--MAF and MAP problems.

Get a funnel and pour in dip stick,where you check it out,here's a link to the fluid.Check it while it's running and in park.http://www.autozone.com/autozone/repairinfo/specifications/specificationsMain.jsp?childCatName=Transmission+Fluid+Type/Capacity&childCatId=21200280&categoryNValue=21299999&categoryNameForTitle=Drivetrain&categoryName=DRIVETRAIN&childCategoryNameForTitle=Transmission+Fluid+Type/Capacity

have transmission fluid and filter changed.most time if transmission not shifting good when cold,transmission filter could be stopped up and fluid thick old nasty burned not circulating good cause some slipping in transmission.

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