Welcome to the BMW Tech Tips page

The information below has been compiled by various people that took the time to document a certain activity regarding a BMW modification or service. The information spans the North American chapters and BMW enthusiasts. If you would like to add to this section - please feel free to Email us.

Feel free to select what your curiosity dictates - Every disclaimer imaginable applies. What worked for the user, may not work for you (YMMV). Please consider all variables when applying what you learn on this WEB page. Not all conditions are the same, and therefore extra thought needs to be applied when trying the below recommendations for the best results. We just hope that this information can help anyone with a similar challenge, and will make your BMW ownership an enjoyable journey.

2002 Tech Tips

^{2002 Engine}	^{2002 Heater Box}
^{2002 Speedometer Repair ('72-'76)}	^{Rear View mirror upgrade}
^{2002 Visor Upgrade}	^{Rear View mirror upgrade}

Brakes

^{ABS Care - Avoiding Expensive Brake Problems}	^{Brake Fluid}
^{Brake Squeal}	^{Brake Vibration}
^{Break Pad Wear}

Cleaning/Conditioning your BMW's finish

^{Cleaning Your Radio}	^{Car Care}
^{Engine Cleaning}	^{Leather Conditioning}
^Rain-X	^{Cleaning Your Soft-top}
^{Cleaning Stains}	^{Window Improved Visibility}
^{Washing Your BMW}	^{Cleaning Your Tires}
^{Cleaning your BMW Alloy Wheels}	^{Cleaning Bird Droppings}
^{Canned Air - a Must}	^{Paint Chip Repair}

General Maintenance

^{AC-Hose Check}	^{Shock Bushing Jingle}
^{Air Bag Light}	^{Black Boxes}
^{E36 Ball Joint False Alarm}	^{Battery Maintenance}
^{Detailed Battery Maintenance - part I}	^{Detailed Battery Maintenance - part II}
^{Elusive Coolant Loss}	^{Cause of dead Battery}
^{Dust wear on your BMW Motor}	^{Exhaust leak into cabin}
^{Squeeky Fan Bearings}	^{Exhaust Leak and replacement}
^{Flat Tire Basics}	^{Fuel Pump Facts}
^{Fuse Maintenance}	^{Steering Bolt Problems}
^{Guibo Service}	^{Cylinder Head Bolt Failures}
^{Heater Maintenance}	^{Pinhole Heater Hose Leak}
^{Microfilter Replacement}	^{M50/M52 H2O Pump Failure}
^{M50/M52 H2O Pump and Thermostat}	^{Idle FAQ's}
^{HOT Climate Tips}	^{Key Code and Battery}
^{Lug Bolts and Air Wrenches}	^{BMW Maintenance Manuals}
^{Misc. Maintenance Part I}	^{Misc. Maintenance Part II}
^{Painting your BMW}	^{Power Steering Leak}
^{Oil Plug Leaks}	^{Home Remedies}
^{Intermittent Wiper Switch}	^{Loose Shifter and Shift-kits}
^{Throttle Linkage Adjustments}	^{Bad Timing}
^{Over-Revving your BMW}	^{AC Retrofit}
^{Odometer Repair}	^{Radiator Flushing}

General Tips

^{OBC Code}	^{Pedal Adjustments}
^{AC R12 to R134A Conversion}	^{Dim Rear Lights fix I}
^{Dim Rear Lights fix II}	^{Daytime Running Lights}
^{Repco Metal Pads Install}	^{Loosening your Shock Nut}

Modifications

^{E36 M3 Euro Snorkel}

^{E36 Euro Headlights w/ Angel Eyes}

WEB editing prepared by Chris Behier