Since the same stuff comes up over and over, I thought I would make a post with ready-made searches. If anyone can come up with more, feel free to add.
The links below are the actual thread titles, or links from the DIY section.
BENTLY DOWNLOAD LINK:
http://rapidshare.com/files/22086964...viceManual.pdf
pdf's of Electrical diagrams / schematics for many models of BMW's, including all the E36's
http://wedophones.com/BMWManualsLead.htm
E36 Torque Specification Sheets:
http://www.bmw-m.net/techdata/torq/bmw_torq.pdf
Threads that every E36 owner should read:
Bimmer DIY Site
Another nice DIY site
Attention: ALL E36 owners beware - WIRING PROBLEM
Known Bentley Mistakes/Errors
http://www.protoworks.com/cgi-bin/C-...Are_Like_Legos
Angel eyes:
Which headlights (with angel eyes) to get
Angel Eyes & Other Lighting Questions
Lava Lighting or Umnitza?
Opinions from People with DDE or HID
M3 bumpers & difuser:
Where is a good site to find M3 bumpers?
Advice on M3 bumper upgrade
For all the questions about OEM M3 diffuser on non M
Installing M3 rear diffuser on stock 325i bumper...need advice
M3 Diffuser fit on non-M bumper?
Got my new bumper cover from PacificBMW
Suspension:
Suspension Overhaul & FAQ
DIY strut shock and spring installation writeup. (tokico kit review included)
tell me about your suspension set ups
suspension install...with comparison pics
Have you lowered your car yourself?
Conversion to M3 suspension
Rear Shock Mounts (RSM)
Solid RSMs
Intakes (CAI):
What type of intake
CAI Recommendations
Best Intake
M52 to M50 Manifold Swap
Chips:
which is the best chip
Chip Installation
Exhaust:
Good sounding non ricey mufflers...
M3 exhaust on 328
New wrinkle on age-old exhaust question
Which Performance Exhaust
Rims & wheels:
the effects of big wheels ?
Lets see some sweet wheels on your car
What rims do you have on your car?
Fender rolling:
rolled my fender with bat and paint came off
Rolling fenders ....
Spark plugs:
Which Spark plugs to buy??
What spark plugs
Bosch Platinum +4 plugs installed
Headlights & clear corners:
1 pc headlights
I got a question about headlights
All Clears created equal?
Brakes:
What tools do i need...
Slotted or drilled?
cheap BBK for our cars?
Are M3 front BRAKES WORTH THE SWAP?
Brakes squeaking after new brakes installed. What is the deal???
OBC:
E36 OBC's programming and coding functions (SECRET OBC PROGRAMMING FUNCTIONS)
OBC is dim in the middle....
FULL OBC Conversion DIRECTIONS HOW TO
OBC pixel and button fix DIY...
Auto to Manual Conversion:
The Official Auto-to-Manual Transmission Swap Thread
CDV Delete:
Doing CDV delete right now...
Just finished the CDV delete...
Painting Sideskirts:
How to color match you ugly grey side skirts...
Engine Specs:
What engine do I have?
Motor Mods
The Ultimate FDM (Fan Delete Mod) Thread
Useful threads/Basic Information/DIYs
If your check engine light is on, click here (pre- '96 only)!
What kind of oil do I put in my e36?
Attn: newbies,here are your OIL FACTS
Air Conditioner Recharge
Brake Light Error Delete mod
Rear Subframe Reinforcement
Fix Sunroof Rattle
Leather Repair
Replacing Door Handle Trim
Power Seat Switch Replacement
Better DIY for failed OBC buttons
Blower motor replacement guide
E36 Common Faults / Pre-purchase Inspection FAQ
Infamous Radiator Bitch Clip
Rear Wheel Bearing DIY
Last edited by ducky328i; 08-06-2010 at 08:00 PM.
-ducky
Automatic to Manual Transmission Conversion
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...ion+conversion
1998 328i/4 Boston Green
X-Brace, Eibach Pro Kit/Bilstein Sport, M3 Rear Sway
BMW Traffic Pro - a/d/s P650.2 & 3.45is - JL Audio Stealthboxes[/size]
Best CDV Thread I've seen
http://bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=310423
I call BS - there's no bmw driver that can't run his car faster than any magazine has ever done before.
-Joe
Engine specs
http://www.bimmerforums.com/engine_faq/
OBC Stuff
http://www.bimmerinfo.com/E36_OBC_tricks.htm
Here are a few informational threads that I have in my favorites...
Body
20 minute window trim fix
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...d.php?t=119370
Fixed sunroof rattle! -Procedure & Pictures included-
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...hreadid=137302
Suspension
325 to M3 suspension swap
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...&threadid=3476
M suspension swap - *lots* of detailed suspension info
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...threadid=27221
Rear subframe reinforcement
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...18#post1042518
Tool for installing Xbrace nut inserts
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...threadid=11540
Interior
warped dash issue
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...518#post734518
Tires
255/35-18 S-03 all around on an E36
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...threadid=63433
Correct me if I'm wrong, but I haven't seen this blower motor replacement guide referred to in the FAQ or DIY yet:
thread:
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...ghlight=blower
article:
http://www.sqbimmer.com/dump/e36_blower_motor/
Last edited by chemguy; 07-08-2005 at 05:02 PM.
Tokico DIY install http://bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=309220
adding acs replica kit to your car http://bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=302447
leather repair with magic mender http://bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=200268
painting your skirts (get rid of that grey) http://bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=108397
changing bearings http://bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=98164
CPS location http://bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=201429
The typical automatic transmission uses a torque converter. http://auto.howstuffworks.com/torque-converter.htm
Last edited by shogun; 01-14-2016 at 11:13 PM.
E36 Common Faults / Pre-purchase Inspection FAQ
Great article written by Dudesky outlining common problems for those considering buying an e36.
hey could you add this link to the front page faq since i know quite a few people have had this problem and this is the best fix.
Repairing the Climate Control Computer
http://www.macadamizer.com/bmwfix.html
I nominate Hellrot325's 'headgasket DIY' writeup to be stickied in this index... great resource. Just used it while swapping heads, barely even opened the Bentley!
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...d.php?t=363966
Matt
might add this in
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...es+sedan+coupe
differences between sedans and coupes. it's incomplete though, I think there's still some differences not mentioned or gone into detail
Check the following site:
http://www.318ti.org/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=26
http://www.odometergears.com/subpages/E36FAQ.html
Also sells the gears. Just ordered mine.
since this thread is stuck, i thought this belongs here
o2 sensor replace on e36s for $35 thread
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...d.php?t=589134
DIY: Glovebox lock removal | Mirror removal | Left vent removal | lighted shift knob | center vent removal | armrest removal | Doorsill removal | Front seat removal | Third brake light | sunglass cubby removal | shift surround removal | maplight release | Gauge cluster removal | M Sidemolding install | Sunroof removal | Alarm install | Microfilter replacement | Remove sunroof shuttle | Remove the headliner | Remove rear seats | Seat release cable | Vent window removal | Gas pedal removal | Seat Belt Removal | PP Jack Adaptor | Wheel Well Liners
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Custom watch straps for sale
FOR SALE: watch straps!!
E36 DIY: My articles are now located in the E36 DIY page
i dont think i saw this in the list but this HAS TO BE in this thread!!!
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum...=radiator+clip
-ducky
http://www.macadamizer.com/bmwfix.html
this one too
-ducky
add http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum....php?p=9349907
its a comfort relay fix
i found this site while researching my erratic fuel guage problem.
go to this link which is the 'common problems' area. it lists more than BMW's but for instance i went to this area, Faults on BMW sensors, which details sensor failures very thoroughly.
hope this helps!
http://www.bba-reman.com/content.asp...hints_and_tips
edit:
i just clicked it and it worked
http://www.bba-reman.com/content
.aspx?content=hints_and_tips
there put those two together, it seems to shorten it here
Last edited by sprocket1200; 07-20-2007 at 06:10 PM.
The complete manual to stopping rattles in your E36 due to powerful subwoofers. (offsite link)
... it took a very long time to write so I hope it makes the list...
I might be in the market for an E36 M3
Can someone list the difference between the 1995 BMW M3 and the 1996 BMW M3? This is basically what a guy from another forum who lives in Germany said and I want to know if it's true:
Last edited by InlineSixx; 10-22-2008 at 04:58 AM.
Last edited by Ranger1; 04-24-2009 at 09:56 AM. Reason: Automerged Doublepost
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum....php?t=1210901
should still work if anyone needs it, the link is in the first post
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