Article by: Winston Fong Article applies to: all e23 models. If you have a lot of miles on your E23 (I had 185,000 miles) your fan may stop running or intermittently run. To check and replace the fan start by removing left cowling/grill panels at the bulkhead then the right […]
Topic: DIY Repairs & Mods
E24 Blower Fan Replacement
Article by: Winston Fong Article applies to: all e24 models. ///M fan syndrome or What to do when you have a Kamikaze Fan on the loose What started this was I disassembled the center console for replacement of the bulb to the fan speed dial and A/C switch so I […]
E24 M6 Clutch Replacement
Article by: Winston Fong Article applies to: E24 M6 Even though this is a M6 all of the E23, E28, etc are very similar. This article is about replacing a clutch and it’s components in a BMW. Read this entire article before deciding you want to try, since it can […]
E34 Front Grill and Bumper Removal
Article by: Winston Fong Article applies to: all E34 models. Need to replace a headlight or make an adjustment to them or replace the aux fan resistor or outside temperature sensor. Removing the front grill to access the headlights or fan resistor can be confusing. Thus making it quite difficult […]
E34 Rear Strut Replacement
Article by: Winston Fong Article applies to: all E34 models. After securely placing the car on jack stands. Remove the rear seat by pulling up from the bottom, outside edge, with a Jerking motion. You may have to pull very hard. If it does not come loose move your hand […]
Freon Fill Check and Valve Location
Article by: Winston Fong Article applies to: all E32 and E34 models. Remove the cover to the AC sight glass and fill valves, located by the passenger side firewall. Look at the sight glass. If you see a lot of bubbles and the AC has trouble cooling you’ve probably found […]
