BMW Z3 DIYs
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  • |Mechanical DIYs|
    • Tune-Up
    • Oil Change
    • Crank Case Vent Valve
    • Air Filter
    • Reset Oil Service Light
    • Code Scanning
    • Temperature Sensor
    • Valve Cover Gasket
    • Camshaft Position Sensor
    • Upstream O2/Lambda Sensor
    • Intake Temp Sensor
    • Coil On Plug Conversion
    • Clutch [Writeup]
    • Power Steering Removal
    • Bleeding the Cooling System
    • Seafoaming
    • Bleeding Coolant System
    • Heli Coil [How To]
    • Valve Cover Painting
    • Steering Damper Upgrade
  • |Interior DIYs|
    • Instrament Cluster
    • Seat Bushings
    • Interior Light Bulbs
    • Speakers
    • Interior Door handle Cover
    • Stereo Removal
    • Chrome Ring [Gauge Cluster]
    • Steering Wheel [Upgrade]
    • Push Button Start
    • Console Lock Switch
    • Euro Glove Box and Trim
    • Interior Door Pull
  • |External DIYs|
    • HID kits
    • Fog Light Bulb
    • Headlights
    • Door Handle [Painting]
    • Side Mirror
    • Door Handle Gasket
    • Roundel Removal
  • |Suspension DIYs|
    • Front Struts
    • Rear Shocks
    • Sway Bars
    • Brake and Clutch Bleeding
    • Front Brakes
  • |Comments|
  • |Extras|
    • FAQ
    • Diagnosis
    • Specifications
    • Resources
  • |Blogs|
    • Rough Idle Fix
    • The Race to Autocross

Frequently Asked Questions

​What style rims do i have?
​Try the BMW Wheel Database​
Where can I get a new differential for my car?
diffsonline.com
​How do i unlock my car if the battery dies?
​Turning the key 45° will activate the electrical unlocking, fully 90° (Full left) will unlock it manually. Diagram is Here.
​Where can I get an Owners Manual?
Download Here
Is there a dIAGRAM SHOWING WHAT THE IMPORTANT PARTS OF THE ENGINE ARE?
Of Course! See it here.
​HOW DO I ROUTE MY main serpentine belt?
See the Picture Here.
What Oil does my car take?
M44/ M52: 0W40 Cold Climate/ 5W40 t6/ 10W40 Any Climate/ 15W40t1 Hot Climate -- M54: 0w40 All Climates
How do i remove my manual shift knob?
Pull up very hard with a lot of force, It's kind of snapped on.
How do i know if i have a limited slip differential?
Pull the diff apart and look for a clutch pack... ooooorrrrrr, do a burnout and count the tire marks :)
What kind of power steering fluid do i use?
It uses Dextron III/ Mercon Transmission Fluid. Very common in older vehicles.
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Picture

5. What's that part?

Picture
A: From Left to Right:


Dark Blue: Ignition Coil


Purple: Oil Filler Cap


Turquoise: Camshaft Position Sensor


Yellow: Fuel Pressure Regulator


Red: Oil Filter Housing


Light Blue: Throttle Position Sensor


Green: Idle Control Valve


Light Orange: Oil Dipstick


Dark Orange: Brake Master Cylinder (Brake Fluid Fill)


Pink: Mass Airflow Sensor
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  • |Home|
  • |Mechanical DIYs|
    • Tune-Up
    • Oil Change
    • Crank Case Vent Valve
    • Air Filter
    • Reset Oil Service Light
    • Code Scanning
    • Temperature Sensor
    • Valve Cover Gasket
    • Camshaft Position Sensor
    • Upstream O2/Lambda Sensor
    • Intake Temp Sensor
    • Coil On Plug Conversion
    • Clutch [Writeup]
    • Power Steering Removal
    • Bleeding the Cooling System
    • Seafoaming
    • Bleeding Coolant System
    • Heli Coil [How To]
    • Valve Cover Painting
    • Steering Damper Upgrade
  • |Interior DIYs|
    • Instrament Cluster
    • Seat Bushings
    • Interior Light Bulbs
    • Speakers
    • Interior Door handle Cover
    • Stereo Removal
    • Chrome Ring [Gauge Cluster]
    • Steering Wheel [Upgrade]
    • Push Button Start
    • Console Lock Switch
    • Euro Glove Box and Trim
    • Interior Door Pull
  • |External DIYs|
    • HID kits
    • Fog Light Bulb
    • Headlights
    • Door Handle [Painting]
    • Side Mirror
    • Door Handle Gasket
    • Roundel Removal
  • |Suspension DIYs|
    • Front Struts
    • Rear Shocks
    • Sway Bars
    • Brake and Clutch Bleeding
    • Front Brakes
  • |Comments|
  • |Extras|
    • FAQ
    • Diagnosis
    • Specifications
    • Resources
  • |Blogs|
    • Rough Idle Fix
    • The Race to Autocross