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by mbrain
Sat Jul 17, 2010 7:29 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: speedo diff connector wires
Replies: 3
Views: 140

Re: speedo diff connector wires

Is this the speedo pulse connector?
Many thanks.
by mbrain
Thu Jul 15, 2010 3:37 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: 325i alarm
Replies: 11
Views: 296

Re: 325i alarm

Just been looking for a replacement battery.....needle in a haystack!!

Any idea where I can get one from?

Many thanks.
by mbrain
Thu Jul 15, 2010 2:38 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Touring washer jet problem
Replies: 4
Views: 206

Re: Touring washer jet problem

I removed the washer cover to leave the nut exposed that holds on the wiper arm, but no washer fluid came out of that either!

I'm thinking I may need to replace the wiper motor assembly as this appears to be where the blockage is?
by mbrain
Thu Jul 15, 2010 1:41 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Touring washer jet problem
Replies: 4
Views: 206

Re: Touring washer jet problem

Oh dear, sounds like my problem!

Motor runs, no water. I also found a split pipe where it goes from the car into the tailgate. £1.39 inline connector sorted that one!
by mbrain
Thu Jul 15, 2010 1:32 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Touring washer jet problem
Replies: 4
Views: 206

Touring washer jet problem

Hi All, My 1989 Touring's rear washer has decided to stop working. I've narrowed the fault down to the piece of tube/channel that runs through the rear wiper motor. Water comes out of the pipe that connects to this, but nothing comes out of the nozzle. I've tried a piece of wire in there but nothing...
by mbrain
Thu Jul 15, 2010 1:28 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: 325i alarm
Replies: 11
Views: 296

Re: 325i alarm

Hi Just picked up on this thread. My 1989 325iT has developed an alarm problem. When I unlock the doors the beep is now a tone! When locked/armed it's ok. Reading through some threads today it appears my rechargeable battery is on the blink. Can anyone direct me as to where it is located on the unit...
by mbrain
Mon May 24, 2010 10:03 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Touring Rear Washer Bottle - Unable to fill!
Replies: 6
Views: 239

Re: Touring Rear Washer Bottle - Unable to fill!

roley wrote:ok on the rear wiper lift uo th cap that covers the nut and spline and with a pin clear out the washer jet .have had simular problem on my touring
The bottle is empty! It's an odd one.
by mbrain
Mon May 24, 2010 10:02 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Touring Rear Washer Bottle - Unable to fill!
Replies: 6
Views: 239

Re: Touring Rear Washer Bottle - Unable to fill!

Brianmoooore wrote:There's a vent pipe from the bottle that comes up behind and above the filler. Number 9 on here:
http://bmwfans.info/parts/catalog/E30/T ... _cleaning/
Will have a look in the morning.

Many thanks.
by mbrain
Mon May 24, 2010 8:51 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Touring Rear Washer Bottle - Unable to fill!
Replies: 6
Views: 239

Re: Touring Rear Washer Bottle - Unable to fill!

Yep. The water level is just belowthe base of the filter.

It's like there's an air lock?
by mbrain
Mon May 24, 2010 8:37 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: Touring Rear Washer Bottle - Unable to fill!
Replies: 6
Views: 239

Touring Rear Washer Bottle - Unable to fill!

Hi,

My 1989 touring's rear washer bottle is empty, but when I go to fill it up nothing can will go in!

The bottle is empty, but a small amount of fluid is at the top and prevents me from filling it up!

Any ideas?

ta
by mbrain
Sun May 09, 2010 7:31 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: E30 325i Possible Diff issue
Replies: 7
Views: 236

Re: E30 325i Possible Diff issue

Brianmoooore wrote:The numbers are on a small metal tag fixed under one of the bolts holding the cover on. It will certainly need polishing up to read the numbers.
Certainly will require some elbow grease!

Thanks again, will chip away at it tomorrow.
by mbrain
Sun May 09, 2010 1:29 pm
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: E30 325i Possible Diff issue
Replies: 7
Views: 236

Re: E30 325i Possible Diff issue

Just had another look at the rear of the diff, all I can see is a small round BMW badge stamped into it. Where would the numbers be?

many thanks.
by mbrain
Sun May 09, 2010 10:31 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: E30 325i Possible Diff issue
Replies: 7
Views: 236

Re: E30 325i Possible Diff issue

Hi,

It's a mechanical whining noise. Doesn't really sound like a wheel bearing, more hopeful thinking!

There is a small drip from the diff that I noticed last week, the oil is clean. Maybe it's low on oil? Is there any way to check the oil level without putting her on ramps?

many thanks.
by mbrain
Sun May 09, 2010 10:11 am
Forum: E30 Technical Help
Topic: E30 325i Possible Diff issue
Replies: 7
Views: 236

E30 325i Possible Diff issue

Hi, My 325i has developed a noise from the rear, possibly wheel bearings, but more likely the diff. I've got her booked in at my local garage on Tuesday for them to have a look. My question is, does anyone have a spare diff, LSD or normal that they may be willing to sell if I need one? I'm willing t...
by mbrain
Tue Apr 27, 2010 12:29 pm
Forum: Care and Detailing
Topic: Lower Dash Cardboard Trim Fitting
Replies: 5
Views: 292

Re: Lower Dash Cardboard Trim Fitting

Thanks for the replys.

I've managed to locate and use the 3 pronged collar above the throttle.

I'll see how my 'wire fix' goes before I remove the trim and try and locate the platic collar, which I imagine isn't there!
by mbrain
Mon Apr 26, 2010 9:51 pm
Forum: Care and Detailing
Topic: Lower Dash Cardboard Trim Fitting
Replies: 5
Views: 292

Re: Lower Dash Cardboard Trim Fitting

Thanks for reply, I think that is what I've attached my piece of wire to.

Any idea how this bracket attaches to the trim?

Ta.
by mbrain
Sun Apr 25, 2010 8:56 am
Forum: Care and Detailing
Topic: Lower Dash Cardboard Trim Fitting
Replies: 5
Views: 292

Lower Dash Cardboard Trim Fitting

:mad: Hi All, I've got a 1989 325i Touring. I changed the speedo and rev counter bulbs last night as one of them had popped. Everything went back fine, except the lower dash trim (under the steering wheel). The front three plastic scres go in fine, but the rear of the trim sags down over the pedals ...