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BMW Serie 3 - Air conditioning

Air Conditioning BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / e 91, e 90, e 92)

BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
How to Replace the Compressor on BMW 3 Series

How to remove the air conditioning compressor on BMW 3 Series. Open the hood and secure it, then detach the plastic rivets and remove the air intake. Using a …Read all…
Posted on 24 March 2026 by ScegliAuto
BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
Removing the Air Conditioning Compressor

Before proceeding with the removal of the air conditioning compressor, recover the refrigerant gas using the appropriate equipment to prevent it from being …Read all…
Posted on 20 February 2026 by ScegliAuto
BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E91, E90, E92)
Faulty Electrical Connection of the AC Pump

If during the summer, while using the air conditioning more frequently, you notice abnormal operation of the AC pump, such as it turning on and off suddenly, …Read all…
Posted on 13 February 2026 by ScegliAuto
BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
DIY Air Conditioning Recharge

If adjusting the temperature of the air conditioner to the minimum still results in uncooled air, it is possible that the amount of refrigerant in the system …Read all…
Posted on 9 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

Air Conditioning BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / e 46)

BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
How to Replace the Compressor on BMW 3 Series

How to remove the air conditioning compressor on BMW 3 Series. Open the hood and secure it, then detach the plastic rivets and remove the air intake. Using a …Read all…
Posted on 24 March 2026 by ScegliAuto
BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
Removing the Air Conditioning Compressor

Before proceeding with the removal of the air conditioning compressor, recover the refrigerant gas using the appropriate equipment to prevent it from being …Read all…
Posted on 20 February 2026 by ScegliAuto
BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E91, E90, E92)
Faulty Electrical Connection of the AC Pump

If during the summer, while using the air conditioning more frequently, you notice abnormal operation of the AC pump, such as it turning on and off suddenly, …Read all…
Posted on 13 February 2026 by ScegliAuto
BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
DIY Air Conditioning Recharge

If adjusting the temperature of the air conditioner to the minimum still results in uncooled air, it is possible that the amount of refrigerant in the system …Read all…
Posted on 9 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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How to Replace the External Wing Mirror on a Ford C MAX

In the event of a breakage, it will be necessary to replace the external wing mirror on the 2011 Ford C MAX. This operation is easily performed independently. Start by removing the internal cover of the mirror with a plastic lever. Then, use a socket wrench to remove the securing pins. Once the pins are removed, you can take off the mirror, but not before disconnecting the power connectors. Then proceed to fit the new mirror. First, connect the connectors and then secure the mirror to its housing with the pins. Refit the plastic cover and test the operation of the electric mirror using the controls.

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