E46 BMW Social Directory E46 FAQ 3-Series Discussion Forums BMW Photo Gallery BMW 3-Series Technical Information E46 Fanatics - The Ultimate BMW Resource BMW Vendors General E46 Forum The Tire Rack's Tire Wheel Forum Forced Induction Forum The Off-Topic The E46 BMW Showroom For Sale, For Trade or Wanting to Buy

Welcome to the E46Fanatics forums. E46Fanatics is the premiere website for BMW 3 series owners around the world with interactive forums, a geographical enthusiast directory, photo galleries, and technical information for BMW enthusiasts.

You are currently viewing our boards as a guest which gives you limited access to view most discussions and access our other features. By joining our free community you will have access to post topics, communicate privately with other members (PM), respond to polls, upload content and access many other special features. Registration is fast, simple and absolutely free so please, join our community today!

If you have any problems with the registration process or your account login, please contact contact us.


Go Back   E46Fanatics > Search Forums
Reload this Page Search Results
Register FAQ Members List Social Groups Calendar Search Today's Posts Mark Forums Read

You searched for the keyword(s):
Your search results are listed below. If you did not find the answer you were looking for, please try searching again. Make sure that you are searching the entire site and not a specific forum. If you cannot find the answer to your question, create a new discussion topic in the appropriate BMW related or Off-Topic section.

Page 1 of 26 1 2311 Last »
Showing results 1 to 25 of 629
Search took 0.40 seconds. Search: Keyword(s): ; Posts Made By: tcphoto
Forum: General E46 Forum Today, 02:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 246
Posted By tcphoto
I seemed to have completed enough drive cycles...

I seemed to have completed enough drive cycles over the past few days. The SES light has not come up so I felt confident enough to go back for an emissions retest and it passed. The car definitely...
Forum: General E46 Forum Yesterday, 06:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 160
Posted By tcphoto
I just bought an Ignition Service kit from ECS...

I just bought an Ignition Service kit from ECS which consisted of new Bremi coils and Bosch Platinum 4 plugs. It's only been a few days but I'm pleased with the results. The previous owner went with...
Forum: General E46 Forum 05-18-2013, 11:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 199
Posted By tcphoto
I bought an ebay fan clutch tool and it did not...

I bought an ebay fan clutch tool and it did not meet up with either bolt pattern. I ended up buying a 32mm wrench and use the small sledge hammer to loosen the bolt. It's a little unnerving the first...
Forum: General E46 Forum 05-17-2013, 01:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 142
Posted By tcphoto
I would first pull the hose and apply fresh...

I would first pull the hose and apply fresh coolant to the o rings. If the leak does not stop, call the supplier and see if they would replace them. If all else fails, buy a new OEM hose.
Forum: General E46 Forum 05-16-2013, 01:25 PM
Replies: 19,388
Views: 1,335,847
Posted By tcphoto
I received my Ignition Service Kit from ECS about...

I received my Ignition Service Kit from ECS about lunch time. I replaced the coils and spark plugs in about an hour and took it for a short drive. The old plugs were a little charred but there was no...
Forum: Miscellaneous 05-16-2013, 09:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 280
Posted By tcphoto
Sorry that you couldn't make it work. How about a...

Sorry that you couldn't make it work. How about a link to the auction?
Forum: General E46 Forum 05-14-2013, 01:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 246
Posted By tcphoto
I had an Indy run a diagnostic test and was told...

I had an Indy run a diagnostic test and was told that the O2 post cat sensors were bad along with the ignition coils. I nearly fell over when he quoted me just over a $1000. for six coils, plugs and...
Forum: DIY: Do It Yourself 05-14-2013, 09:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 212
Posted By tcphoto
I would not recommend driving the car 50...

I would not recommend driving the car 50 kilometers on distilled water with a cooling system issue. How old is the cooling system and have you determined what components need to be replaced? Odds are...
Forum: General E46 Forum 05-13-2013, 09:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 808
Posted By tcphoto
+1

+1
Forum: General E46 Forum 05-10-2013, 09:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 246
Posted By tcphoto
Thanks guys, I appreciate the knowledge....

Thanks guys, I appreciate the knowledge. Shanneba, thank you for the link. I found a lot of useful information on page ten and can understand how my driving after clearing the codes may have led to...
Forum: General E46 Forum 05-09-2013, 10:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 246
Posted By tcphoto
So many codes to resolve for emissions test.

I don't start many threads but I'm in a bit of a quandary right now. Over the past month or so, I have been trying to get my vehicle ready for the annual emissions test. The codes have been pre cat...
Forum: General E46 Forum 05-09-2013, 01:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 504
Posted By tcphoto
Be prepared to buy an OEM shortly after...

Be prepared to buy an OEM shortly after installing the ebay version. I learned my lesson when I bought a cheap FSR and replaced it six months later with OEM.
Forum: General E46 Forum 05-08-2013, 02:54 PM
Replies: 19,388
Views: 1,335,847
Posted By tcphoto
I did not pass my emissions test, the mechanic...

I did not pass my emissions test, the mechanic told me it had a P1071 code. I replaced the vacuum hose on the air check valve and the vacuum control switch yesterday. He told me to just drive it and...
Forum: General E46 Forum 05-08-2013, 09:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 359
Posted By tcphoto
Just go through the different systems on your...

Just go through the different systems on your vehicle and make sure that they are functioning correctly. There are plenty of components that require attention like hoses, vacuum lines, pulleys,...
Forum: General E46 Forum 05-07-2013, 04:56 PM
Replies: 19,388
Views: 1,335,847
Posted By tcphoto
I cannot believe how challenging it was replacing...

I cannot believe how challenging it was replacing the vacuum hose on the Vacuum Control Switch. There was a little residue from the old hose and it was impossible to get a firm hold on it let alone...
Forum: General E46 Forum 05-07-2013, 09:32 AM
Replies: 19,388
Views: 1,335,847
Posted By tcphoto
It is a little scary to pull on the center...

It is a little scary to pull on the center console but the duct will slide out and give you access to the module.
Forum: General E46 Forum 05-07-2013, 06:16 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 632
Posted By tcphoto
I did not see that the intake boots were checked....

I did not see that the intake boots were checked. My lower boot had a tear on the backside and two vacuum hoses were cracked. It sounds like your mechanic is throwing parts on your car and crossing...
Forum: General E46 Forum 05-06-2013, 05:43 PM
Replies: 19,388
Views: 1,335,847
Posted By tcphoto
I called the drivers Insurance Company (Safeway)...

I called the drivers Insurance Company (Safeway) to start the repair process in my bumper scrape yesterday. Afterward, I inspected my vacuum hose connected to the Air Valve, it disintegrated in my...
Forum: General E46 Forum 05-05-2013, 03:17 PM
Replies: 19,388
Views: 1,335,847
Posted By tcphoto
I stopped by the drugstore for a few items and...

I stopped by the drugstore for a few items and this guy was heading toward me. I noticed that his head was turned and was scoping out the girl at the Red Box. Needless to say, I hit the horn a few...
Forum: General E46 Forum 05-04-2013, 10:41 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,205
Posted By tcphoto
It sounds like you've just thrown parts on the...

It sounds like you've just thrown parts on the car hoping to find the problem but you can't pull the intake boots off to look for tears? It's the easiest thing to do and only US$40 to replace. I'm...
Forum: General E46 Forum 05-04-2013, 10:23 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 988
Posted By tcphoto
It sounds like you don't know much about your...

It sounds like you don't know much about your car. The coolant light only comes on when you are low on coolant. Why take it to a shop when you can open the hood and see what happened? A cooling...
Forum: General E46 Forum 05-03-2013, 02:17 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 559
Posted By tcphoto
I love that commercial and it makes me want a ZHP...

I love that commercial and it makes me want a ZHP that much more.
Forum: General E46 Forum 04-30-2013, 11:53 AM
Replies: 19,388
Views: 1,335,847
Posted By tcphoto
After far too much rain, I washed, clay barred...

After far too much rain, I washed, clay barred and waxed it.
Forum: General E46 Forum 04-30-2013, 07:02 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 710
Posted By tcphoto
After looking at the online ad, I would think of...

After looking at the online ad, I would think of that dealer and car as an example of what to avoid. Any respectable seller would clean the car up, repair any defects within reason and be prepared...
Forum: DIY: Do It Yourself 04-29-2013, 09:11 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 247
Posted By tcphoto
The cooling system refresh is a fairly easy...

The cooling system refresh is a fairly easy project but if you have no signs of leaks, I would not mess with it. I would get the steering and suspension in order and then the cooling system.
Showing results 1 to 25 of 629
Page 1 of 26 1 2311 Last »


 
Forum Jump

All times are GMT -5. The time now is 11:33 PM.

Advertise with E46Fanatics.com - Contact Us - E46Fanatics.com - Archive - Privacy Statement - Top

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.7
Copyright ©2000 - 2013, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.
(c) 1999 - 2011 performanceIX Inc - privacy policy - terms of use

Bimmerfest BMW Forum E9XFanatics BMW Forum