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BMW Serie 3 - Alternator

BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
Replacing the BMW 3 Series alternator
In this short and simple guide we will see the main instructions on how to disassemble and replace the BMW 3 Series alternator. First we open the engine hood …read all…
Posted on 1 December 2022 by ScegliAuto
BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
Alternator belt replacement on BMW 3
Disassembly of the non-working alternator? We see the disassembly and replacement inside the engine compartment of the BMW 3. We open and lift the bonnet, …read all…
Posted on 12 December 2023 by ScegliAuto
BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
Alternator replacement instructions
In order to replace the alternator it is first necessary to remove the air filter container (air box) and the cooling fan: in this case a special wrench is …read all…
Posted on 20 August 2023 by ScegliAuto
BMW Serie 3 (1990-2001 / E36)
How to check the alternator of your car
The electricity that comes from the battery is produced by a device that transforms the mechanical energy of the engine into electrical energy. This device is …read all…
Posted on 29 July 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How do I unlock the automatic transmission of the BMW 3 Series?

In order to unlock the automatic transmission of the BMW 3 Series, the Start / Stop button and the lever release button must be pressed at the same time. This procedure will allow the car gearbox to be unlocked for about 15 minutes, so that in the event of an engine failure, the car can still be moved. It may be necessary to repeat the operation more than once for its success. After unlocking the gearbox, it can return to its original state by simply waiting for the aforementioned 15 minutes, or by pushing the release lever forward for a few seconds.

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