The Random E46/ZHP Question Thread

[san]

Any while you?re in there parts that I could replace when I?m replacing the Guido and CSB?
Also, would I need to buy anything other than the parts themselves or are there any clips or fasteners that need replacing?


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[GeorgeH]

• Refresh the shifter?
• Exhaust manifold to pipes gaskets and studs
• Differential bushings?
• Shift Shaft seal?
• Trans mounts?

[san]

• Refresh the shifter?
• Exhaust manifold to pipes gaskets and studs
• Differential bushings?
• Shift Shaft seal?
• Trans mounts?

That?s a good list. Didn?t think of the shifter bits at all.
I?ve replaced the diff bushings, trans mounts and the exhaust manifold gaskets already but doesn?t hurt to check again and replace if needed, I guess.
Thanks George!


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[san]

What are folks with oval 2 pin connector alternators using for replacements?
The reman Bosch unit lasted me a year, so I?m considering just getting an OEM replacement.


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[GeorgeH]

Valeo or BMW, the Bosch reman starters and alternators have been hugely unreliable IMO, I won't install them unless there is absolutely no other option.

[san]

Valeo or BMW, the Bosch reman starters and alternators have been hugely unreliable IMO, I won't install them unless there is absolutely no other option.

Does valeo have the 2pin oval connector design? I was able to only find the rectangular 2 pin.


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[Vas]

Doesn't Bosch still sell a brand new unit ? I would avoid anything remanufactured

[GeorgeH]

What pn# do you have thats showing the wrong connector and what is the last 7 of your vin?

[san]

What pn# do you have thats showing the wrong connector and what is the last 7 of your vin?

Valeo PN 12317501599

VIN: PD99986


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[GeorgeH]

Are you looking at the stock photos or did you order one and it had the wrong connector?

I would wager the photos are incorrect, I agree that 599 is correct for your VIN too.

With that said I'm seeing new from BMW online in the $400. The Valeo at FCP looks like it is $271 retail. Personally for the difference I would like buy the BMW. And if you do that supply them your VIN and then you have recourse if you get the wrong one.

BMW parts when bought from a BMW franchise incl a 2yr parts and labor warranty. AND I think alternators might have a lifetime warranty. For those reasons and the price delta I would consider a genuine.