The Random E46/ZHP Question Thread

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Originally Posted by JPMo

So my indy noticed one of the "body plugs" on the underside of the car was missing. Sure enough when he showed me, there is a clean punched out hole with fabric laying over i, which the indy states was the interior carpet. Naturally, it was wet and only a matter of time before mold becomes an issue. Is there a specific PN for the plug that is missing or do I have to try and figure something out?

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Uhh pick one?

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/show...diagId=51_3286

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Originally Posted by JPMo

So my indy noticed one of the "body plugs" on the underside of the car was missing.

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For all your plug and cap needs:

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/show...diagId=51_3286

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Originally Posted by JPMo

So my indy noticed one of the "body plugs" on the underside of the car was missing. Sure enough when he showed me, there is a clean punched out hole with fabric laying over i, which the indy states was the interior carpet. Naturally, it was wet and only a matter of time before mold becomes an issue. Is there a specific PN for the plug that is missing or do I have to try and figure something out?

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How large is the hole? You can buy rubber automotive plugs over an inch in diameter at Lowe’s/Home Depot. As for the moisture, I’d suggest putting a box fan in the car overnight facing the damp carpet if that’s an option.

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Originally Posted by Karl Lazlo

For all your plug and cap needs:

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/show...diagId=51_3286

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Originally Posted by ZHPizza

Uhh pick one?

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/show...diagId=51_3286

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Thanks, I'll have to figure out exactly where it is again.

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Originally Posted by 704sw

How large is the hole? You can buy rubber automotive plugs over an inch in diameter at Lowe’s/Home Depot. As for the moisture, I’d suggest putting a box fan in the car overnight facing the damp carpet if that’s an option.

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Its maybe just a few cm across. Large enough to fit a couple fingers and feel the carpet. Honestly I haven't noticed any moist carpet from the interior so I'll just have to investigate further.

Thanks everyone

And/or use an ozone generator to kill any mold.


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How do you guys clean out your fluid extractors?

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Originally Posted by stephenkirsh

How do you guys clean out your fluid extractors?

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I have several of the green, 5 gallon water containers. As they get full, I take the oil to be recycled to Walmart.

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No, not disposing of the fluid, but cleaning the extractor itself.

Example, I extract PS fluid one day and the next I want to use it to put oil in the diff. I don't want any PS residue mixed in with the diff oil.

What's the best way to clean it?

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Originally Posted by stephenkirsh

No, not disposing of the fluid, but cleaning the extractor itself.

Example, I extract PS fluid one day and the next I want to use it to put oil in the diff. I don't want any PS residue mixed in with the diff oil.

What's the best way to clean it?

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Not sure, but I would think it would involve flushing a quart (some appreciable amount) of the new oil through the lines.

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so i'm looking to replace both the main accessory and A/C tensioners as well as idler pulley. my question is what is the right part number for the A/C tensioner? do our ZHPs have 4 or 5 rib belts? any help would be appreciated!

edit: NVM, i think i found it. it's part 11287512758


next question: has anyone replaced the A/C tensioner and belt without lifting the car? i watched a YT DIY video and he has the car jacked up, but i am wanting to know if i can complete the job entirely from the top side. thanks!