The Random E46/ZHP Question Thread

>200k miles maintenance: what are things that need to be replaced or at least need to be looked at at this mileage?

I’m not talking about replacing the cooling system for the second time or parts that need to be replaced at 100k intervals (did that already). I’m specifically asking about replacing parts for the first time at this mileage. I’m thinking parts like-
Coolant pipes under intake manifold
Front Controls arms? (I’m assuming they fail without warning)
FRM (is this a maintenance item?

What else can you’ll think of?


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What is best option for a new/rebuilt power steering pump these days? The high schooler neighbor we sold my wife's 2000 328i (165k miles) to says it's bad. I replaced the rack (Rack Doctor rebuild), PS hoses, PS reservoir/filter/cap last summer.

Thanks!

I just pulled out everything for my stock nav except the harness. Is it worth anything as a set? I see a ton of them on eBay individually but I'd like to just get rid of it in one swoop.

Planning to upgrade to 345x28 (CSL spec) rotors in the front. I know where to get the carrier brackets for the BMWP calipers and will be getting new pads/wear sensors. Question being: I am assuming longer brake lines would be needed?

Does anyone know if this pedal set works on our cars?

https://parts.bmwofsouthatlanta.com/...ds-35000410099

I’m getting conflicting information between websites so it’s unclear.


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Originally Posted by san

Does anyone know if this pedal set works on our cars?

https://parts.bmwofsouthatlanta.com/...ds-35000410099

I’m getting conflicting information between websites so it’s unclear.

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Realoem.com & bmwfans.info are the only sites I see that say they are not for E46 application.

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Originally Posted by John in VA

Realoem.com & bmwfans.info are the only sites I see that say they are not for E46 application.

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Ecs and fcp also don’t show e46 as compatible. Guess I’ll send them an email and ask… I’ve seen that they can be wrong sometimes


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If you have a local E9x owner perhaps you can compare your pedal pads to theirs to assure the covers will fit.

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If you have a local E9x owner perhaps you can compare your pedal pads to theirs to assure the covers will fit.

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Good call


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Does anyone know if this pedal set works on our cars?

https://parts.bmwofsouthatlanta.com/...ds-35000410099

I’m getting conflicting information between websites so it’s unclear.

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These are original e90 pedals. Straight out off the box it’s not compatible with the e46. But if you swap bases it’s totally compatible. You will need 5 point tamper proof torx plus bit to disassemble the pedals and swap bases.

Below is my son’s auto, but I have manual ready for a swap into my daily driver, little difference between manual and auto bases for e46.

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That’s the modded manual accelerator pedal with original base waiting for the install into my manual ZHP.

It does work for an e82 1M without any mod if anyone is interested.

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These are original e90 pedals. Straight out off the box it’s not compatible with the e46. But if you swap bases it’s totally compatible. You will need 5 point tamper proof torx plus bit to disassemble the pedals and swap bases.

Below is my son’s auto, but I have manual ready for a swap into my daily driver, little difference between manual and auto bases for e46.

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That’s the modded manual accelerator pedal with original base waiting for the install into my manual ZHP.

It does work for an e82 1M without any mod if anyone is interested.

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This is awesome info, thanks so much!

Very helpful…


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This is awesome info, thanks so much!

Very helpful…


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When disassembling be careful sliding the pedal out of the base. Take your time and clean(wash) original base tracks off of dirt, if you don’t you may snap little tab holding it in. Not the end of the world and it would still hold but patience is a virtue.

A 50% IPA mix makes it easy to slip in rubber covers with metal shell on.

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Does anyone know the part number for a replacement business radio faceplate? Pretty sure I saw someone recently replace it with a new one

How easy is it to remove the storage cubbie below the radio and the ashtray/cover between the seats? Do they just pop out? both are broken in my zhp and need to get them fixed.

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How easy is it to remove the storage cubbie below the radio and the ashtray/cover between the seats? Do they just pop out? both are broken in my zhp and need to get them fixed.

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The sunglasses cubby can sometimes be removed by putting your hand into the cubby, spreading your hand wide & pulling toward the front of the car.
Or you can take things apart: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhF-...nnel=E39Source and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Whwj...AutoRepairGuys

Storage cubby pops right out. Watch this at about the 1 min mark

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oD7FVmcN3_I

thanks, folks. Will give it that a shot.

Turns out it’s pretty simple to pull both out.

The storage cubby i just pulled straight out from the open lid and popped out no problem. The ashtray is just two screws after you pop out the piece that goes inside.

Now need to source some replacement parts. Went to a junkyard today but no luck


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Anyone know the part numbers for the 2 pieces of black trim on the left side of the car? Thinking I can get cheaper at FCP Euro or the like.
BMW wants $950 for them which is BS.

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Anyone know the part numbers for the 2 pieces of black trim on the left side of the car? Thinking I can get cheaper at FCP Euro or the like.
BMW wants $950 for them which is BS.

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I do not know that p/n, but Ebay is an option too, if used parts are fine with you.

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Anyone know the part numbers for the 2 pieces of black trim on the left side of the car? Thinking I can get cheaper at FCP Euro or the like.
BMW wants $950 for them which is BS.

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Did you check on realoem.com for the part #s? FCP Euro is usually a bit more expensive than the dealers with online parts sales (such as getbmwparts.com, mybimmerparts.com, bmwoffairfaxparts.com) possibly to cover their lifetime replacement warranty.

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Anyone know the part numbers for the 2 pieces of black trim on the left side of the car? Thinking I can get cheaper at FCP Euro or the like.
BMW wants $950 for them which is BS.

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https://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/sho...diagId=51_3267

Numbers 9 and 12.

Front LH Gloss Black: 51332695283
Rear LH Gloss Black: 51342695289

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...t/51332695283/
https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...t/51342695289/

You could probably find them used for a lot cheaper, but you'd have to cut and polish them to remove all the scratches and swirls you typically would find.

$295 & $160 from BMW of Fairfax (VA).
https://www.bmwoffairfaxparts.com/oe...ue-51342695289

Awesome. Thanks, folks.

I'll bookmark these and check during thanksgiving and see if there are any black friday sales.

Or the even cheaper route is to get a set of regular non-gloss ones and have them painted gloss black. Same result, much less cost.

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Or the even cheaper route is to get a set of regular non-gloss ones and have them painted gloss black. Same result, much less cost.

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Yeah that's a good point. I plan to go this route on my wagon to convert it over from the stock matte black / polished trim to gloss shadowline. The full OEM set would be like $3,900 otherwise.

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Yeah that's a good point. I plan to go this route on my wagon to convert it over from the stock matte black / polished trim to gloss shadowline. The full OEM set would be like $3,900 otherwise.

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I did a price comparison of flat vs gloss black trim for the 2 pieces i need and to my surprise flat was only $60 cheaper, which would easily be absorbed in having the shop paint them gloss black.

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I did a price comparison of flat vs gloss black trim for the 2 pieces i need and to my surprise flat was only $60 cheaper, which would easily be absorbed in having the shop paint them gloss black.

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That's why you buy used...

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Or the even cheaper route is to get a set of regular non-gloss ones and have them painted gloss black. Same result, much less cost.

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I'll just buy new and be done . . . no need to buy used . . .

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I'll just buy new and be done . . . no need to buy used . . .

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No need? I think the large quantities of money to be saved say otherwise. You get zero benefit going new with this part.

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No need? I think the large quantities of money to be saved say otherwise. You get zero benefit going new with this part.

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You know me Botond :shifty

I got my full set used for $160. If new was my only option, I'd still be on matte trim to this day...

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I got my full set used for $160. If new was my only option, I'd still be on matte trim to this day...

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where did you get it? part out from someone here? i've been to a couple junk yards and no luck

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where did you get it? part out from someone here? i've been to a couple junk yards and no luck

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Facebook marketplace a few years ago. I've gotten quite a few good deals on there and Craigslist, but you need a lot of patience (sometimes I hunt for parts for months).

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where did you get it? part out from someone here? i've been to a couple junk yards and no luck

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You've got to look for partouts. I know a guy who has parted several ZHPs; I'll ask him if he has those trims.

Going to drive across country next month and am planning on getting a TPMS set up with the head unit. Anyone know if intenal TPMS sensors are compatible with Style 135 wheels? Otherwise, I'll go the external route. Getting new tires installed a week before the trip too.

Update 12-14-2020: I got Michelin Pilot Sport AS 4's installed at Costco and they installed the internal TPMS sensors without any issues on the stock Style 135's. The Head unit is also reading them fine! The guy at the front desk complimented the car, then the guy moving tires did the same as I was making my way back, then the mechanic who handed me the paperwork said he only can wish his 2020 looks like mine when it gets to that age. :rofl They also did not charge me for the TPMS installation even though there's a service for it, even after I insisted. Thank you Costco Tire Center, appreciate the service.

Has anyone had clutch judder before having to replace it? Mine is original at ~226k miles, lately it's been juddering quite badly when engaging it from a stop and only when cold. After ~5-10 mins of driving, it disappears. I was thinking if somehow the RMS seeps overnight, but also with the car warm the oil is thinner and the leak would be worse.

I get clutch shudder when it’s cold and my revs are low, but that’s because I’m SMF

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Has anyone had clutch judder before having to replace it? Mine is original at ~226k miles, lately it's been juddering quite badly when engaging it from a stop and only when cold. After ~5-10 mins of driving, it disappears. I was thinking if somehow the RMS seeps overnight, but also with the car warm the oil is thinner and the leak would be worse.

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I've had clutch judder since I got the car at 110k miles and I'm at 183k now. Clutch still works, but the judder only appeared if I engaged the clutch "wrong" to begin with from standstill, never while driving (hard to pinpoint what wrong is but too slow is probably the closest explanation). Sounds like it judders while you drive too?

wow, 226k on original clutch? maybe it's simply time for a new one.