20 Most Recent 1992 BMW 3 Series Questions & Answers

Tightening torques

Do not reuse the bolts as they may be stretched.

Cylinder head to engine block
Stage 1: 32Ft-lbs
Stage 2: +90degrees
Stage 3: +90degrees

Cylinder head to lower timing
chain cover: 89in-lbs

have the fault codes read have a proper diagnosis done by an accredited auto transmission professional shop

It's probably the door strike switch. If that switch isn't engaged or is malfunctioning, it will immediately unlock the doors as a fail safe. Check that first I'd say.

could be heating control valve ( not cheap ) or could be air in the system.

Most likely the contacts on the ignition switch are worn out .you will find this at the end of the ignition barrel .

I will have to disagree with you on that!

there is another screw holding the harness in

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Go to u tube and Type in strut replacement on your bmw and watch a couple of videos and you can rent tools at car quest , auto zone , and Advance auto parts if you need ? I hope this helps out

behind glove box....there is a printed numbered indicator as to where the fuse is

hi, the first thing would be the proper tools. apart from the general hand toold, you require a spring compressor for removing the shock absorber. it would be better if u could see some video of the same before u get ur hands dirty on the job....

usually beeping noise is associated with warning signs (to make the driver notice)....so perhaps the electrical connection got shorted somehow cuz of dirt or water.....i think you should have the electrical wiring checked at the service shop...

do you mean torque settings?