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    Exhaust Camshaft socket plug installation!

    Can anyone tell me how to install a new socket plug (part# 12 52 1 433 917 ) for the exhaust camshaft sensor?

    Thank you!
  2. UPDATE My nephew and his Dad state that they...

    UPDATE

    My nephew and his Dad state that they have not seen any smoke in the engine bay nor any smell. So it possible that what I witnessed was caused by the errant valve cover fastener. I shall...
  3. I reviewed diagrams and videos and reached the...

    I reviewed diagrams and videos and reached the same conclusion. However, I recalled that I dropped one of the fasteners with the rubber grommet on it Therefore it is possible that the it lodged...
  4. Interesting! I observed smoke near the firewall...

    Interesting! I observed smoke near the firewall on the left side as your facing the vehicle. I am not aware of any oil lines at that location.

    It seems that the smoke is more consistent after I...
  5. Intermittent Burning Smell thru Cabin Air Filer into Interior

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    Background

    Spring 2021, during a Airbag recall performed at a dealership they identified three oil leaks ... valve cover gasket, oil pan, and Vansos line. I subsequently...
  6. Discoveries (1) Fuel line return in the realoem...

    Discoveries
    (1) Fuel line return in the realoem drawing is incorrect. It does not connect in the engine bay rather at the fuel filter/regulator; it is a hard line.

    (2) Below I will describe the...
  7. Pilot05 ... my location description was incorrect...

    Pilot05 ... my location description was incorrect ... its near the firewall about a foot or so inward. I inspected the fuel rail ... no fuel leaks.

    Remaining Questions

    (1) What and where does...
  8. 2005 ZHP Fuel Leak in Engine Bay... need assistance

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    I have a 2005 ZHP auto, convertible with a very recent fuel leak discovered two days ago.

    Leak Description
    Slightly in front of the front wheel, inward about a foot, a...
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    I spent two hours trying to remove it. Had to...

    I spent two hours trying to remove it. Had to take a couple of breaks to re-group. I could wiggle it slightly but not that much. Ultimately, I had to have an Indy mechanic remove it. On the...
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    I know ... tried a different approach; saved a...

    I know ... tried a different approach; saved a screenshot of the JPEG original.

    NO further reply from the Indy mechanic about the two additional release points. I am wondering if there were two...
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    Here is an image of my FSU taken by the mechanic...

    Here is an image of my FSU taken by the mechanic ...

    JPG image fails to upload for some reason ... unable to copy 'n paste


    I asked the Indy mechanic to explain what I was not releasing (they...
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    John, I looked at several videos including...

    John, I looked at several videos including ShopLIfeTV but none showed additional attachment points. Maybe I'll ask the Indy mechanic if they kept the old part for me to inspect. The Behr had one...
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    Final Stage Unit Removal

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    I attempted to remove the Final Stage Unit (FSU) from a 2005 ZHP vert with no success. i gained access, removed the two torx screws and push the tab in the upper left corner...
  14. John, thank you ... I was having no luck. Now I...

    John, thank you ... I was having no luck. Now I need to see if I can find a supplier. This is just a back=up plan in the event that the upholsterer specialist cannot adequately repair the tear.
    ...
  15. 2005 ZHP Fabric Seats--- where can inner fabric be purchased?

    My saga in replacing the alcantara fabric continues ...


    I discovered that the alcantara fabric "9002 anthracite" nearly matched the original slightly faded fabric. The upholsterer damaged the...
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    I have concluded that the most practical and...

    I have concluded that the most practical and economically feasible solution is to replace the front seat bolsters with the original "9002 anthracite". According to the AATCC (American Association of...
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    When ever the weather allows the top is down. ...

    When ever the weather allows the top is down.

    There are a couple of industry standards for measuring fade ... AATCC 16 and ASTM G155. I am using these rating standards to compare alcantara to...
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    FADE Concerns I concur with fading concerns. ...

    FADE Concerns

    I concur with fading concerns.

    So far no response from Alcantara on dying.

    Following through the thought process on fading ... the upholsterer has found a synthetic suede that...
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    Received synthetic suede samples from Active Foam...

    Received synthetic suede samples from Active Foam ... one matches closely according to the upholsterer. Still waiting for a reply from Alcantara on dying fabric.
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    First, I am going to see if samples from Active...

    First, I am going to see if samples from Active Foam match the current faded condition (waiting for them to be received by the upholsterer).

    Secondly, I am determining if alcantara can be dyed to...
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    ZHPizza: It's interesting ... several forum...

    ZHPizza:

    It's interesting ... several forum members from E46Fanatics, Coby Wheel, and Gulf Fabrics state that all BMWs came with alcantara "9002 anthracite". Gulf Fabrics sent me a sample of "9002...
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    John: I just received a response from Coby...

    John:

    I just received a response from Coby Wheel. The representative stated that all bolsters are "9002 anthracite". He further stated that they fade over time and Coby does not sell fabric.

    I...
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    The word and number description are based on Gulf...

    The word and number description are based on Gulf Fabrics website http://www.gulffabrics.com/alccolor.htm

    Its not the flash. The picture is from a vehicle in a dealer showroom and it accurately...
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    Sourcing Alcantara Farbic

    I am seeking to source alcantara fabric for my 2005 BMW 330CIC (ZHP) to recover the front seat bolsters.

    I contacted Josh at Relicate .. he provided samples "2957 chic grey" and {9052 dark...
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    Received the PA Soft OBD 11 and cable today. So,...

    Received the PA Soft OBD 11 and cable today. So, yes the website is still active.
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