The Random E46/ZHP Question Thread

[anandoc]

I am in the midst of hooking up my AEs to the LCM pin 44 (similar to the euro city lights DIY: http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showt...E-style-wiring)

Question: In terms of coding what do I need to do in order to activate pin 44? I currently have FL_DRL_MIT_RL (tail light DRL) and PO_ALS_DRL set to aktiv but that doesn't seem to cut it. The tail lights are on as DRL but there is no voltage on pin 44 for my AEs.

[PdZHP]

I would check the charging cable as well. I've had some charging cables start malfunctioning when they've been kinked so much. Just a thought.

[JPMo]

This is pretty typical for me and my cheap ass charger. I've always blamed it on Waze being a massive juice consumer. When I drive a company car (direct USB connectivity) it's the same experience.

I'm curious to hear what others say.

I've had the same thought but the anker charger is fairly expensive and i've used their products in the past and they've all been great. I've also tried charging my phone without playing music or navigating and it will gain no more then 5% over an hour commute, which is pretty ridiculous. I do remember when I first purchased the charger, I would get 10-15% after just a few minutes.

[704sw]

I've had the same thought but the anker charger is fairly expensive and i've used their products in the past and they've all been great. I've also tried charging my phone without playing music or navigating and it will gain no more then 5% over an hour commute, which is pretty ridiculous. I do remember when I first purchased the charger, I would get 10-15% after just a few minutes.

I'd go by Target tomorrow, buy one of the Belkins and try it out. If it works better, you know it was the weak link. If not, return it and consider yourself one step closer to a diagnosis lol. I had to buy a Belkin in a pinch when I drove to buy my M3 seats (my $5 cheapo charger finally went to cheapo charger heaven), and was pleasantly surprised.

[BMWCurves]

I have an Aukey or Anker or Belkin (can't remember which) and the charging is definitely not that slow. It's slower when using navigation and other data-heavy apps, but it still charges.

My first thoughts would be your charger or the USB cable is defective.

[704sw]

Anyone good at identifying brake pads? My search skills are coming up empty. (These were the 135i front pads that came with the brakes). This was the clearest picture I could get.

[holyc0w]

My search came up with Duralast Max, possibly DGC1371M.

[704sw]

My search came up with Duralast Max, possibly DGC1371M.

That's a bingo, thanks. I'm probably going with Red Stuff this go'round unless someone advises against it.


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[Prestovie]

Not sure where else to post this thought thread wise, but I was just thinking about the "clichiness" of the mafia. Before you berate me hear me out lol, I thought it was funny to see in a for sale thread that when someone sold their car others not only congratulated them, but also mentioned looking forward to meeting the new site member. I'm not against this mentality, I think it's greatly confident, and it really showcases the difficulty of owning a BMW.
Here's what I mean: you own a ZHP and want to join a forum to talk about your vehicle, makes sense, but your options are limited; regular e46 guys hate you, M3 guys are better than you, e30 guys are too wise, e90 guys think you're outdated, and e36 guys are still in high school/early twenties chopping their cars into drift missiles. (Please take this satirically, I should point out, not to offend anyone who owns any of these fine bimmers).
There's really only one place you can go to talk about your ZHP with open arms, and it's not only cool but also demonstrative of the struggle of BMW ownership even within its own community.
What're your guys thoughts? Not trying to take any side on this, just want to start a discussion


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[johnrando]

Let's not clutter up this thread with that discussion. Please start a separate thread.

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