I have a 318i 1997 bmw which the a/c shuts off and on by it's self. I am unable to use the defrost as well. The display will sometimes show dim readings. I also hear clicks or a loud sound of the vents opening and closing which lets me know that I can attempt to turn on the unit.

Something has been sitting on your key fob. Or a small child has held down the unlock button for a time. This will unlock the car then open all windows and roof. I appreciate the wet seats, I left my roof open yesterday in the sun, and forgot about it. Big shower later, and I noticed..... :0

Hello, I have tried to follow the emergency closing procedure, however, as i torque the hex key provided in the tool kit in the luggage compartment, it appears that if i apply any more torque, i am going to break the hex key. Should I just use a more heavy duty hex key? Or are there any other...

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This is a 325i with M20 engine and it high speeds and high rpms it misses. Nothing at low rpms however. What are some of the first things to check, plug wires and distributor cap? Could it be something else like plugged cat or fuel filter? It has real high miles past 200K and I think it runs...

In article >, > wrote: > My car is parked in my garden well away from the road or interference. > It is a 2000 540 tourer with 54K miles on it and I have had it for 3 > months without any real problems. Today my wife noticed the car >...

Here are updated links to the DIY link pages as well as our new BMW forum. Thanks! Links: E30: http://bimmerportal.com/diy/e30.html E36: http://bimmerportal.com/diy/e36.html E90: http://bimmerportal.com/diy/e90.html

Anyone know where a good engine swap guide is, or of any special tools I might need?

This is a 325i with M20 engine and it high speeds and high rpms it misses. Nothing at low rpms however. What are some of the first things to check, plug wires and distributor cap? Could it be something else like plugged cat or fuel filter? It has real high miles past 200K and I think it runs...

Hi. I have a 530D Sport and am having trouble getting a towbar fitted. BMW dealer wants £1200+. A reputable aftermarket company has much experience fitting to 530D SE, but says their normal model will not fit the Sport (have confirmed this with another company). I am looking to get a towbar...

My AM radio has noise that sounds like ignition noise but definitely is related to the driving speed, and not the engine RPM. What can I look at to determine where the problem is coming from? I thought maybe I could disconnect something and see if the noise goes away -- like the speedometer wire...

Software for Beginner Driver "US & CANADA DRIVING TEST", interactive, study/exam modes, suitable for 50 States & 13 Provinces/Territories in English, French, Spanish, and few other languages, all on one CD-ROM. Great Gift Idea for...

Might look at a 98 E46 328i SE - would be first BMW. Has full BMWSH and 72 k on the clock.....and very tidy. Will go for £6300, is that reasonable?

I've got a '75 2002 with a Weber and a water choke. The problem I'm having is with cold starting. So far I've always been able to get it started but I usually have to sit with my foot on the gas for about five minutes to keep it running. I pump it twice and then after a few tries it'll start but...

Should I be worried at all? I've gone about 1600 miles since the last oil change; which was 5 months ago -- (or so the computer should think). I've done almost exclusively stop & go driving (more wear & tear) The computer/display has not dropped the bar one bit yet -- I was going on "it knows...

I bought this aluminum Thermostat housing for my Z3, then sold the car before I got a chance to install it. This housing replaces the plastic ones that are prone to heat damage and cracking. It is the equivalent of BMW part number 11 53 1 722 531. I think it fits a lot of different M50 and M52...

I have a 1990 325i convertible. I just fixed several items that needed work when I bought the car. I managed to reset the service lights with a method someone gave me. However, the check engine light has remained on. Can anyone tell me how to reset the check engine light without having to go to...

Where's the aeriel on a 1994 BMW 320i Coupe. One autoglass guy told me its in the front window. So I always assumed that without question. Now another Auoglass guy tells me its in the rear window. (This is after getting my Windscreen changed, and noticing a serious drop in quality - but it was...

The airbag light is on in my car and the dealership puts the blame on the sensor in the passenger seat which detects if there is a passenger or not. Is this something that can be done by a reasonably competent DIY-er, or should I just suck up the cost of having a mechanic do it? Obviously I'll...

1993 BMW 318i 3 days ago I started my car and a problem: 'PPPPPPP' showed on the dash, and the tachometer, temp gauge and fuel gage weren't working Also when I drove away a beeping sound started and continued until I either stopped the car or turned my signal lite on. Beeping sound would start...