Article by: Paul Axford Applies to: All e32, e34, and e38 models with the M60B30 V8 engine. Why Change Your Spark Plugs? Sparks plugs normally deteriorate slowly and constantly from new, and replacement at 30,000-mile intervals represents a reasonable cost/performance compromise. I had been advised by the local BMW dealer […]
Topic: DIY Repairs & Mods
r134a Pressure Switch Wiring
Article by: Chrisca70 Article applies to: all e30 models. This info is relevant for cars that came originally with two pressure switches (I think is pre 1989) Alright, so I just did my r134a conversion on my ‘89 325i following the BMW TIS. I got the new high pressure switch […]
Glovebox Shock Absorber
Article by: Johan Article applies to: all e32 and e34 models. Problem: When I opened my glove box it just fell open and dangled forward. Time to replace those gas shocks! There are two in the dash. One is an absorber to make the dash open gently downwards. The other […]
Driver’s Glovebox Latch
Article by: Ralph (Dutch740) Article applies to: all e32 and e34 models. Problem: The latch for the driver’s side glove box rattled and hung loose. Possible fix: Make a new spring, or if you are lucky, find the old spring somewhere under the seat. Removing glove box: If you want […]
Doorlock Bracket
Article by: Johan Article applies to: all e32 / e34 models. Problem: The locking pin of the door won’t come all the way up. You have to pull the pin up the last bit to unlock the door. This could be caused by a broken bracket on the door lock […]
Deadlocked Rear Door
Article by: Johan Problem: My rear door remained locked when all other doors opened. It was not possible to just pull up the locking pin in the door. The servo appeared to remain in it’s “deadlock” anti-theft state. Models: Applies to all e32 and e34 models. Solution: At first I […]