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Robert T wrote:And as you sent it to me, it should now have move to your Sent folder.

Cheers R.

Now you see why i need your help...!

Cheers Bob

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Have written PM & when i sent it it went to Outbox, how do i Send it?
Can't find a way of sending it.

Bob

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('_')Z3 wrote:From memory

Thanks for that its a great help.
I think i'm going to need more professional help soon though.
A proper diagnosis is needed i think.
I might contact Robert T to see if he can help.

Cheers Bob

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The black part slides out, on your picture you can see in the yellow plastic there is what looks like a rounded cut out. Pull the black and it slides a bit like a match box. It's used to hold the plugs together so they don't work loose. I've read this three times and it makes no sense :oops: :roll:...

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http://i579.photobucket.com/albums/ss238/lancsbob/Yellow%20plug%20001.jpg Hi Am trying to remove the passenger seat to look at the sensors under carpet but can't work out how the yellow plug unplugs, don't want to force anything in case i break it, can anyone describe how to do it. Have disconnecte...

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Yaw sensor under the seat. It is the one mounted on the floor also called transverse acceleration sensor. If you disconnect the battery overnight it does clear the fault until you drive for a few miles. Did you feel the brakes momentarily apply just before the light came on? Was driving on twisty c...

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Is this to do with the fault you have/had with DSC/brake warning light? The DSC sytem is additional to the ABS system and has 2 pressure sensors on the master cylinder, 4 wheel speed sensors, steering angle sensor, DSC control unit, and 2 sensors under the passenger footwell. The yaw sensor is know...

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BladeRunner919 wrote:I agree - have you had a look to see if anyone local to you has the INPA setup?

Looks like Robert T in Altrincham has one, will have a look for simple stuff first before
i impose on anyone.

Is INPA the best set up for getting code information?

Cheers Bob

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The only time I used my code reader (for the ever-so-popular airbag light), I remember needing a few attempts at resetting the faults with the machine before it did. Are you sure the faults were properly reset and then reoccurred? Wouldn't it be a waste of time and money to go through all that hass...

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If you have to replace it, it may well be more cost effective to simply replace the entire unit. Perhaps start with Andy aka Spurs fan in a coupe to find out if he can help with a replacement unit. You might well need to have it re-coded to your car - I'm not sure about that part of the fitting sce...

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I assume you cleared all codes then these re-occurred, and you're not looking at codes that could be ancient, one-off events? I think so, i used the same code reader & selected clear codes after reading them then rechecked them & they were still there. Am thinking i'll check the easiest/che...

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Just got a C110 code reader after 2 warning lights came on & found a few codes one of which is 5E20 Pressure Sensor. I think this is the electronic controlled pump for stability/anti lock brakes.I have read that you can just change the electronic part of the pump & not remove the whole pump ...

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My 2.8 has staggered 17 inch wheels and I have never tried fitting it in the boot. When members are stating about the punctured wheel not fitting in the boot, are they referring to it not going completely in a and closing the bootlid, or it not even going in partially? If it goes in partially, then...

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After a rigourous drive in the Yorkshire Dales the DSC/Brake Warning Lights have come on & stay on. What i want to know is what is the sequence of checks i need to carry out to try & find out the problem. Iv'e read that there is a number of different things that can cause this :- Tyre Pressu...

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Mine's a 2.2 SPORT & has LSD. I think it was standard on "Sport" models but it may also be standard on 2.8s.

Bob

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Hi Bob from another Lancashire Z3 - here's my early 2.8, hope to see you out and about. http://i1345.photobucket.com/albums/p672/692DPG/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-08/8F5A244F-2AEB-40D7-85AC-2EA5A3C20317_zps32hg8jsc.jpg That looks stunning for its age, has it been restored in any way the paint looks like...

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Lancsbob Welcome to the forum You may (or may not!) have noticed my forum name. There's a reason for it http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j207/pdykins/TR4/DSCN1235_zps9874a4ce.jpg I've owned this beaut for nearly 17 years :D I'm sure that I recognise your 4A - have seen it a few years ago at Oulton...

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Check your door mirrors, probably siezed as mine where, if anyone knocks them they will snap off like a carrot because of corrosion & are hard to get replacements. Remove mirror glass & separate the 2 halves of the body which exposes the siezed/rusty spring & drench in WD40 & then gi...

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So what i have done is:- First i had a non functioning remote key that i couldn't get to work so :- I bought a used one off ebay for £10 in working order but non matching key blade but discovered it wasn't quite the same as it didn't have the red flashing light & it used 2 small batteries instea...

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Hi
Are there 2 types of remote keys as my original key has a red light which
flashes when pressed but a used one iv'e bought doesn't have this.
My original has 1 large battery but the other has 2 small ones, have i wasted my money?
If so what is the difference.

Bob

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New lower Zunsport grill but altered to match top grill. BEFORE http://i579.photobucket.com/albums/ss238/lancsbob/New%20Grill%20002.jpg AFTER Painted black with chrome edge & new badge. http://i579.photobucket.com/albums/ss238/lancsbob/New%20Grill%20003.jpg Also gear lever knob. http://i579.phot...

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johnz3 wrote:Very nice looking car. 3.0i sport or 2.2?. No ariel?

Its a 2.2,aerial in the boot as i use a loose cover over it at the
moment as my son is using my garage to restore his 71 BMW 2002 saloon.

Bob

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I think I should stop looking at this forum; I always end with a rant! :head: No don't leave, everone's opinions are valuable & of interest, thats the whole point of forums & they are a goldmine of information including your's. Thanks for taking the trouble to contribute. :) I see your point...

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Thanks for that,thats what i tried a few times with my
old key but it wouldn't initialise so i opened it up & found
corrosion on pcb. I might try the used key route & see
as they are only £12 or so, worth a try instead of £120+
from BMW.

Bob

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What i have actually got is an original remote key but missing its electronics but still with its transponder so it still opens car doors manually & can still start the car,what i want to know is if i bought a used key & put its electronics board into my old key will i be able to initialise ...

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When I got my Z it only had one key with the 3 buttons on it and looked like it had been used by a labrador! I initially went down the ebay route and found it was quite difficult to get anyone to cut a blank to fit my locks for less than about £50 and then guarantee it would work. You should be abl...

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Can you program a second hand remote key off Ebay as i'm needing a spare
and there are a few for sale. Mine is the later 3 button type.
Is it just a case of initialising it as per handbook or is there
more to it than that.

Cheers Bob

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I just paid £5500 for my 2.2 low milage Z3 & am still spending, these valuations are way off mark as i think prices for good low milage cars are on the up & valuations should reflect this. When i renew my insurance i'm hoping to have an agreed valuation of £6000. Time will tell. There is no ...

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spurs fan in a coupe wrote:Hope this helps,

In answer to your question, yes they do just unbolt, quite straight forward

https://zroadster.org/threads/how-to-re ... post-80018

Thats great,thanks, will keep my eye out for a Wide NSR Estoril blue wing, probably on Ebay sometime.

Cheers Bob

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Hi
Just noticed some slight bubbling in the NS Rear Wing, do these just bolt off or
is there some welding involved. Its very minor & nothing to bother about but
if i come across one the same colour & they just unbolt i might just buy it.

Cheers Bob

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therealdb1 wrote:Good call Bob.
Let us know if code 12 disappears for good.

New sensor fitted & all cleared after a 20 mile run, lets hope it stays that way,
at least for a good while.

Thanks all for replies.

Lancsbob

Bit the bullet & bought Genuine BMW @ £95, hopefully wont need another.

Thanks for all your advice

Bob

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Hi Bob, So I take it code 12 has reappeared? It could still be a fault elsewhere but if you wish to replace a sensor try http://www.motormec.co.uk. Their website is not particularly helpful since it always seems to be under construction but it has contact details and if you ring them they are extre...

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PEAKE Decoder,C110 Code Reader Ormskirk, West Lancs,

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Hi Been trying to get an Exhaust Cam Position Sensor & want to get OEM or better but am struggling to find a supplier who doesn't hide behind "OEM QUALITY" which only means its a copy. Does anyone know of a supplier for genuine BMW Z3 spares? Also can anyone help with the part number a...

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Could well be old codes if you didn't clear them when you fixed the faults. your Peake reader should have the ability to clear the codes so you can then re read to see if they come back after running the car. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X566KB0rBnw Explanation on use here. Colb Thanks, have now...

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Hi Have just got myself a Peake code reader & got two codes, Nos 8 (Air Mass Sensor) & 12 (Exhaust Camshaft Position Sensor). Could these be residual codes as when i bought the car i found large holes in the air intake rubber pipe all be it after the sensor. Is there a way to cancel the code...

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Have already ordered polybushes for the rear. The only place where polybushes can give problems are the rear trailing arm bushes - they apparently have a tendency to squeak. If you're replacing those, then oem is the suggested route. That will be a future project but thanks for info. Found these fo...

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BladeRunner919 wrote:I'd suggest polybushes rather than OEM ones. Locate well and are a lot easier to fit.

Have already ordered polybushes for the rear.

Thanks for your time & info.

Cheers Bob

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THe standard ball joint is like in the second link and is mounted in a rubber bush on the E36 and Z3, the one on the first link is the older E30 style ball joint and is used for E30s and E36s with the poor road pack fitted. The E30 wishbones are the same as non M E36 wishbones. You can fit the E30 ...

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All the balljoints I have seen are like the second link you posted, but as Gookah says buy two complete units for just a little more without the faffing about of pressing out and in the new units. Ebay Link I think your right,are they all the same, am looking at these:- http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BM...

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All the balljoints I have seen are like the second link you posted, but as Gookah says buy two complete units for just a little more without the faffing about of pressing out and in the new units. Ebay Link I think your right,are they all the same, am looking at these:- http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BM...

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far simpler to get a replacement wishbone, You would need a heavy duty press to replace the individual ball joint, Plus changing the wishbone changes both inner and outer ball joints, rather than leaving you with one part worn joint. I know what your saying but i was intending to change both with g...

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Hi Am looking at refurbing my wishbones but not sure which joint to get. this http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-Ball-Joint-FBJ5434-First-Line-31121140398-31126758510-/231443982028?hash=item35e322e6cc or this. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ball-Joint-Bmw-31126758510-31121096685-31121140398-31126758510-/37125...

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im using the heated rear screen circuit to power a dash cam, I don't have a hard top so its obsolete, so I leave the heater switch on ( circuit live with ignition)check to see if yours has one :) I can't find anything i presume your car must have had a hardtop in the past or when supplied new. Good...

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Am only used to the old spade terminals on the ignition switch, are there any
free terminals anywhere that i can connect to without breaking into the wireing.

Bob

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Hi
I want to wire in a hidden auxiliary plug for my satnav, where's the best place
to connect the wireing. Am thinking of placeing the plug in the drivers footwell.

Cheers Bob

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Hi All Thinking i might change the brake fluid soon & wonder if anyone has tried the vacuum type of bleeding kit, have got the Gunsons eezebleed but not that impressed with it especially when you have air in the system after a major overhaul, it just doesn't get the air out.I might give the vacu...

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If you click on the link i posted it shows you how to bypass the rheostat & get the lights/buzzer working, curtesy of Brian H Bit of a fiddle getting light switch out & in again. It worked for me. While your at it check this out, i found this whilst fitting new auxilery belts. As a new owner...

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Not sure about CD light,mines under a tarp at the moment so can't check. The gear knob just pulls off, if there is wires there thats for the light. Also the "lights on" warning buzzer stops working. The dash lights & buzzer work through the rheostat. Pretty easy fix if thats what it is...

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