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#1. fault codes - from driver8 ///M3
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Date: Thu, 19 Aug 2004 05:47:39 -0700 (PDT) From: driver8 ///M3 <driver8m3@yahoo.com> Subject: fault codes i posted earlier about the FE and FC codes i was continually getting. i tried a new gas cap, but that did not solve the problem. on the advice of other listers, i picked up the charcoal cannister (i think the actual name is "carbon cannister") from the dealer ($115 @ VOB in maryland). that seems to have solved the problem. now, i can finally get that emissions test done. regarding installation: there are 2 clamps holding 2 hoses to the cannister (a 3rd hose is not clamped on). they were tough to remove. maybe theres a way to remove them without destroying them, but i couldnt figure it out. so, pick up a couple of new clamps before you start. also, one of the hoses was stuck to the cannister pretty good and i ended up breaking the cannister piece off into the hose. i had a hard time getting that piece out of the hose. russell dakar 99
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#2. RE: [E36M3] Low brake pedal - from Michael Gilbert
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Date: Thu, 19 Aug 2004 09:14:09 -0400 From: "Michael Gilbert" <michael.gilbert4@comcast.net> Subject: RE: [E36M3] Low brake pedal Steve - Just don't use the brakes! I didn't think you knew what the middle pedal did anyway... :-) -Mike -----Original Message----- From: Steve Hazard [mailto:SHazard@nhboston.com] Sent: Wednesday, August 18, 2004 10:54 AM To: E36M3 Subject: [E36M3] Low brake pedal Date: Wed, 18 Aug 2004 10:46:07 -0400 From: "Steve Hazard" <SHazard@nhboston.com> Subject: Low brake pedal I have a problem! I've been throwing $ at my low brake pedal and it still is not fixed. TMS has bled the brakes multiple times, replaced the Master cylinder and still the pedal is really low. Also the pedal feedback under hard braking is kind of numb...... If the car is running and I pump the pedal once the pedal will return to the proper place and have a really nice firm feel to it. If I just go to use the brakes the pedal will go almost to the floor before firming up.... What do you all think it is? And what should I throw money at next? TIA, Steve ************************************************* Please help support the E36M3 list by visiting our sponsors: Bimmerworld http://www.bimmerworld.com Turner Motorsport http://www.turnermotorsport.com Eurosport High Performance http://www.eurosporthighperformance.com Rogue Engineering http://www.rogueengineering.com DIGEST INFORMATION: http://www.bmw-m.net/resources/digest_info.htm *************************************************
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#3. Re: [E36M3] To enable or disable the Airbag; that is the question - from Jay W. Hudson
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Date: Thu, 19 Aug 2004 06:34:04 -0700 From: "Jay W. Hudson" <jwhud@budget.net> Subject: Re: [E36M3] To enable or disable the Airbag; that is the question > > > > >I would disconnect the battery and wait for the system capacitors to > >discharge. Then disconnect the main unit under the rear seat. Then > >reconnect the battery. The light in the dash will come on, but this is > due > >to the redundant light in the same position (incandescent bulb is primary, > >LED is backup). > > If you remove the airbag steering wheel how do you make the light go away? > I've removed airbags from E30s before (battery always disconnected) and I > know > unplugging all the orange connectors makes the SRS light go away but I've > never tried it on an E36. > > Carlos (disabled probably hundreds of side impact airbags at work, for > media seats) > 93 325is future JP car, might install the quick disconnect steering wheel > this weekend > Here ya go. Check this out. http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=139336 Jay
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#4. WTB: Passenger side fog light and bracket - from George R Carr Jr
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Date: Thu, 19 Aug 2004 07:55:47 -0600 From: George R Carr Jr <georgercarrjr@earthlink.net> Subject: WTB: Passenger side fog light and bracket I'm finally getting around to replacing the passenger side fog light. Got one on the shelf?? Best price retail?? TIA. -- ====== __ __ George R Carr Jr / / / / | / | ______ 98M3/4 BL/SS / / / / |/ | o/______\o BMWCCA 156632 JTD/ / / / shark | (**=00=**) georgercarrjr@earthlink.net/ / / /__/|__/|__| []*-XX-*[] also 00MRoadster (Sharkster)
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#5. RE: Switch to synthetic at 81K mi - from Gaudio, Stefano
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Date: Thu, 19 Aug 2004 10:30:19 -0400 From: "Gaudio, Stefano" <Stefano.Gaudio@NERA.com> Subject: RE: Switch to synthetic at 81K mi Hey Jason, I purchased my '98 //M3 used in 2001 with 58K miles. The moment I purchased it I switched to BMW synth oil the 5-30 one ($4* a bottle) not the super expensive ~$10 used for the e46 //M3. For the past 3 years I have been autoXing the car regularly and took it to the track 4-6 days/year. The car has no issues whatsoever. If you research synthetic oil vs. mineral oil you'll see why. Since synthetic I do oil changes every 9000 miles BUT change the oil filter every 4,500 miles. People have strong opinions on oil change frequency but based on facts this interval WORKS FOR ME. So the morale of the story is that you should thank your mechanic unlike a local guy that changed my brake fluid and put in SILICONE based DOT 5.1 even though even the F... bottle had a big warning NOT TO! Stefano '98 stock //M3 w synth oil and the right brake fluid (now that I do it myself) *I'm thinking about switching to Mobil1 -------------------- IN RESPONSE TO: -------------------- Date: Mon, 16 Aug 2004 04:37:59 -0700 (PDT) From: Jason Olin <jtolin64@yahoo.com> Subject: Switch to synthetic at 81K mi Ok- So my local mechanic did my inspection II and I noticed on the receipt that they switched the car to synthetic oil. It has 81K miles. Looking at the other forums, there is a mixture of opinion over switching, that it clears out the grundge that keeps the seals sealed, or that it's not such a big deal. Anyone have any experience with this? Now that the oil is in there--is it a problem to switch it back? Thanks, Jason '97 M3 Cosmos Black Sharked, Dinan (Koni) suspension, Hella angel-eyes PS-- Regarding the new e90 3 series, as was said 8/8 on the www.autospies.com comment page, "This is something created from a different dimension. This is alien work. I have seen little kids design much more beautiful and aesthetic things. How much time and effort was put into this car's design now? I am sure if I knew it would make me cry." _____________________________________________________________ This e-mail and any attachments may be confidential or legally privileged. If you received this message in error or are not the intended recipient, you should destroy the e-mail message and any attachments or copies, and you are prohibited from retaining, distributing, disclosing or using any information contained herein. Please inform us of the erroneous delivery by return e-mail. Thank you for your cooperation. _____________________________________________________________
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#6. 245/35-18 Tires - from geoff atkinson
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Date: Thu, 19 Aug 2004 16:22:52 -0400 From: "geoff atkinson" <pskalc@hotmail.com> Subject: 245/35-18 Tires Hi everyone, I'm in the market for some new tires for my '95. These will be mounted on the wheels that came with the car, because I don't really want to invest in another new set...for now. The wheels are 18"x8" BBS RX's. Now, the tire size I'm looking at is 245/35/18. Good idea? Anyone done this? I found this size in a Toyo T1-S. I have decided against 225/40/18 (too narrow), 235/40/18 (too tall), and 255/40/18 (too wide and too tall, right? anyone using this?) The rear fenders are rolled somewhat. So, what's the general feelling on this... Rubbing? Good size, or not? Thanks for any help, in advance. -Geoff Atkinson
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#7. RE: [E36M3] fault codes - from Jeremy Conners
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Date: Thu, 19 Aug 2004 16:33:28 -0400 From: "Jeremy Conners" <jeremy.conners@comcast.net> Subject: RE: [E36M3] fault codes I bumped into this while surfing for some other information: 90.88.6.161.040 Charcoal Canister Line Remover E36 <SNIP> // regarding installation: there are 2 clamps holding 2 hoses to the // cannister (a 3rd hose is not clamped on). they were tough to remove. // maybe theres a way to remove them without destroying them <SNIP>
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#8. Oli pan sealant?? - from Jamie Howton
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Date: Thu, 19 Aug 2004 16:17:44 -0500 From: "Jamie Howton" <jhowton@fotofab.com> Subject: Oli pan sealant?? Does anyone have a recommendation for sealant to use with the OE oilpan gasket for my 330i? TIS specifies Drei Bond 1209 and when I asked about this at my BMW dealer parts counter they looked at me like I was nuts and told me to just use silicone sealant. The guy at my local NAPA recommended the black RTV but I wanted to see if anyone here had a better sugestion. TIA for any info. Regards Jamie Howton
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#9. Re: [E36M3] Oli pan sealant?? - from Chester Wong
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Date: Thu, 19 Aug 2004 14:31:08 -0700 (PDT) From: Chester Wong <chester_p_wong@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Oli pan sealant?? In my search for this, I found something listed in the TIS or ETK as being equivalent. It's blue and gooey but I don't think it dries quite the same as what they used at the factory. I like the stuff they used at the factory because it looks like it dries nicely and when you remove everything, you can just peel it off...no gooey mess. Perhaps silicone wouldn't stick to the aluminm as well... I received an e-mail from a list member a while ago: "I believe I found "Drei Bond". It is a Japanese company! Their English-language web site uses "Three Bond" as their name. Their web site is "threebond.co.jp". Drei Bond 1209 is an black RTV sealant. Loctite RTV 598 Black would be a quality equivalent." So it looks like RTV sealant is fine. You also only have to put it on two or four spots. Good luck, Chester --- Jamie Howton <jhowton@fotofab.com> wrote: > Does anyone have a recommendation for sealant to use with the OE oilpan > gasket for my 330i? TIS specifies Drei Bond 1209 and when I asked about > this at my BMW dealer parts counter they looked at me like I was nuts > and told me to just use silicone sealant. The guy at my local NAPA > recommended the black RTV but I wanted to see if anyone here had a > better sugestion. =====
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#10. Re: [E36M3] 245/35-18 Tires - from Mdriver13@aol.com
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Date: Thu, 19 Aug 2004 20:44:28 EDT From: Mdriver13@aol.com Subject: Re: [E36M3] 245/35-18 Tires In a message dated 8/19/04 4:24:11 PM Eastern Daylight Time, pskalc@hotmail.com writes: > The wheels are 18"x8" BBS RX's. > Now, the tire size I'm looking at is 245/35/18. Good idea? I'd say yes to this. Watch the offset on the wheels, and you may need spacers up front. Bob Gill 97 ///M3 coupe Philly Region SCCA BSP Champion '01 & '02 SM '03