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Checks And Maintenance BMW Serie 3 (2019-2026 / g 20)

BMW Serie 3 (1990-2001 / E36)
How to Adjust the Headlight Height on a BMW 3 Series
This guide provides instructions for adjusting the headlight height on a BMW 3 Series. First, position yourself in front of a fixed reference point, preferably …Read all…
Posted on 5 July 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E91, E90, E92)
How to Check the Battery Charging Voltage on the BMW 3 Series
This guide will show you how to check the battery charging voltage on the BMW 3 Series. First, get inside the vehicle and turn on the instrument panel; then …Read all…
Posted on 27 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2012-2019 / F30, F31)
How to Adjust the Headlight Height on a BMW 3 Series
Below are the main instructions for adjusting the height of the headlights on a BMW 3 Series. First, position yourself in front of a fixed reference in low …Read all…
Posted on 11 April 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E91, E90, E92)
How to Reset the Sunroof of the BMW 3 Series
The information provided in this guide will allow you to reset the sunroof of the BMW 3 Series. First, get in the vehicle and turn on the instrument panel; …Read all…
Posted on 4 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E91, E90, E92)
Localization and replacement of the external temperature sensor on the BMW Series 3 E90.
In this video, we can see where the external temperature sensor of the BMW Series 3 E90 version is located and how to potentially change it: unfortunately, …Read all…
Posted on 25 January 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
How to replace the coolant level sensor on a BMW Series 3 E46.
Let's see how to replace the coolant sensor on a BMW Series 3 E46 version: to comfortably access the sensor, we need to remove the alternator; there are two of …Read all…
Posted on 8 January 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E91, E90, E92)
How to reset the sunroof motor of the BMW Series 3.
Following these brief and simple instructions, we will see how to reset and calibrate the motor of the opening panoramic roof of the BMW Series 3. First, we …Read all…
Posted on 29 November 2025 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E91, E90, E92)
How to replace the SOS battery of a BMW E90
Let's see how to replace the SOS battery in a BMW Series 3 E90: this is a safety component, a lithium battery that we will purchase identical to the old one, …Read all…
Posted on 28 November 2025 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
How to open the fuel door and cap of the BMW 3 Series
Below we will see the instructions that will allow us to open the fuel door and cap of the BMW 3 Series. First of all, make sure that all the locks are …Read all…
Posted on 31 October 2025 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2012-2019 / F30, F31)
How to reset the iDrive system of the BMW 3 Series
Below we will see the main instructions that will allow us to reset and restart the iDrive system of the BMW 3 Series. First of all, get on board the car and …Read all…
Posted on 25 September 2025 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
How to deactivate the electronic traction control in the BMW 3 Series?
In this tutorial we can see how to deactivate the electronic traction control in the BMW 3 Series, a very simple and quick operation, to be carried out only in …Read all…
Posted on 10 September 2025 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E91, E90, E92)
How to deactivate the electronic traction control in the BMW 3 Series?
In this tutorial we can see how to deactivate the electronic traction control in the BMW 3 Series, an extremely simple and quick operation, to be carried out …Read all…
Posted on 18 August 2025 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E91, E90, E92)
What to do if the hood of the car does not open on a BMW 3 Series E90
In this video, it is explained what to do if the car hood does not open, starting with the list of parts that make up the mechanism: first there is the cable, …Read all…
Posted on 27 July 2025 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E91, E90, E92)
How to check the water temperature of the BMW 3 Series
The following video tutorial will explain how to check the water temperature of the BMW 3 Series E91 model. To perform this operation, we need to turn on the …Read all…
Posted on 18 July 2025 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E91, E90, E92)
How to program the key remote of the BMW 3 Series
This guide will show us the main steps on how to program the remote control key of the BMW 3 Series. First, we get into the car with the already programmed key …Read all…
Posted on 9 July 2025 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (1990-2001 / E36)
How to install the electronic fan on the BMW 3 Series E36 version
In this video we can see how to install the electronic fan instead of the mechanical one on a BMW 3 Series E36 version: first of all, we need to remove the fan …Read all…
Posted on 26 June 2025 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E91, E90, E92)
How do you reset the central locking system of the BMW 3 Series e90?
The inability to open and close the central locking of one's car is often caused by a dead key battery or a broken remote control. However, this may also be …Read all…
Posted on 18 May 2025 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2012-2019 / F30, F31)
How to repair the SOS calling system of BMW 3 Series
In this video, we will see how to repair the SOS-call system of a BMW 3 Series F31 version car: the module is located in the rear part of the car's ceiling. It …Read all…
Posted on 8 May 2025 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2012-2019 / F30, F31)
How to remove the parking sensor that has entered inside the bumper
In this video we see a fun and effective solution to remove a parking sensor that is "stuck" inside a bumper. In this case it is a BMW 3 Series, but the trick …Read all…
Posted on 28 March 2025 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
How do you reset the odometer of the 1999 BMW 320d E46, after changing the engine oil?
It is time to change the engine oil of our BMW E46 320d, after covering the mileage specified in the last service, or because a certain amount of time has …Read all…
Posted on 22 March 2025 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E91, E90, E92)
How do you replace the steering angle sensor of the BMW 3 Series?
In order to replace the steering angle sensor of the BMW 3 Series, you need to release the pins located at the back of the steering wheel, so that the airbag …Read all…
Posted on 2 March 2025 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2012-2019 / F30, F31)
How to deactivate the Start & Stop function on a BMW 3 Series F31
In this video we can see how to permanently deactivate the Start & Stop system on a BMW Series 3 version F31, which mounts the famous N47 engine, in order to …Read all…
Posted on 19 February 2025 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E91, E90, E92)
How do you replace the cap of the B.W Series 3 version E90?
In this video, we can see how to replace the fuel cap of a BMW 3 series E90 version: in this case, the plastic string that holds the cap when opened is broken …Read all…
Posted on 31 January 2025 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2012-2019 / F30, F31)
Resetting the brake pads on BMW 3 Series F30
In this guide, we are shown how to reset the brake pads warning light on a BMW 3 Series F30. Let's start the procedure by turning on the car's ignition, then …Read all…
Posted on 12 December 2024 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
How to open the hood of the BMW 3 Series
In this video tutorial we will see the instructions that will allow us to open the engine hood of the BMW 3 Series, in simple steps. First of all, we open the …Read all…
Posted on 9 December 2024 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2012-2019 / F30, F31)
How do you reset the tire pressure on a BMW 3 Series?
Today we are shown how to reset the tire pressure on a BMW 3 Series, F30 model produced from 2012 to 2019. Before performing this operation, it is important to …Read all…
Posted on 13 October 2024 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E91, E90, E92)
Where is the external temperature sensor located in the BMW 3 Series?
In this video we can see where the external temperature sensor is located in the BMW 3 Series and how to proceed in case we need to replace it, a very simple …Read all…
Posted on 12 October 2024 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
How to disassemble the starter cylinder in the BMW 3 Series?
In this tutorial we can see how to disassemble the ignition cylinder in the BMW 3 Series, an extremely simple and quick operation. To do this, we will need the …Read all…
Posted on 9 October 2024 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E91, E90, E92)
How to deactivate the passenger airbag of the BMW 3 Series
Today's procedure will show us how to deactivate the front passenger airbag of the BMW 3 Series, in simple and quick steps. First, we open the front passenger …Read all…
Posted on 25 September 2024 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2012-2019 / F30, F31)
How do you deactivate the traction control of a car?
Let us clarify that the car mentioned in the video is just an example, however, the deactivation criteria remains valid for all cars in circulation. The …Read all…
Posted on 21 August 2024 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
How to check and top up the fluids in the BMW 3 Series
Checking the level of liquids in the various tanks of the BMW 3 Series model e46 is very important as it will help prevent unpleasant and costly situations. …Read all…
Posted on 18 August 2024 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E91, E90, E92)
How to replace the sunroof in the BMW 3 Series?
In this tutorial we can see how to replace the sunroof in the BMW 3 Series, an extremely simple and fast operation. First of all, let's go inside the cabin, …Read all…
Posted on 12 August 2024 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E91, E90, E92)
How to disassemble the sunroof in the BMW 3 Series?
In this tutorial we can see how to disassemble the sunroof in the BMW 3 Series, an extremely simple and quick operation, to be carried out for example in case …Read all…
Posted on 9 August 2024 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2012-2019 / F30, F31)
How to check the coolant level of the BMW 3 Series
Today's instructions will show us how to check the coolant level of the BMW 3 Series. First, we open the hood of the car and locate the coolant reservoir; on …Read all…
Posted on 22 July 2024 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
Installation of smoked front and side turn signals on the BMW 3 Series E46 version.
In this video we can see how to renew a BMW 3 Series E46 version, simply by installing white side and front turn signals. On the internet we can find many …Read all…
Posted on 18 July 2024 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E91, E90, E92)
How to repair the lock actuators of a BMW 3 Series E90
In this video we can see how to repair the actuators of the central locking system of a BMW 3 Series E90 version that are not working. If the remote control …Read all…
Posted on 6 July 2024 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
How to top up the coolant on a BMW 3 Series?
To top up the coolant on a BMW 3 Series, follow these steps. Make sure the engine is cool before proceeding. Open the hood and locate the coolant reservoir, …Read all…
Posted on 4 May 2024 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
Where is the central locking control module located in the BMW 3 Series?
In this video, we can see where the central locking control module is located in the BMW 3 Series and how to proceed in case we need to replace it, a very …Read all…
Posted on 24 April 2024 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2012-2019 / F30, F31)
How to Remove the Rear Wheel of the BMW 3 Series
In this guide, follow the instructions to remove and replace the rear wheel of the BMW 3 Series. First, lift the rear wheel to be replaced off the ground using …Read all…
Posted on 25 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (1982-1992 / E30)
How to Replace the Brake Light Switch in a BMW 3 Series?
In this tutorial, see how to replace the brake light switch in a BMW 3 Series, a very simple and quick operation. First, ensure the key is not in the ignition, …Read all…
Posted on 21 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2012-2019 / F30, F31)
How to Adjust the Headlights on a BMW 3 Series
In this brief guide, follow the steps to adjust the height of the headlight beam on a BMW 3 Series. First, position yourself in front of a clear reference and …Read all…
Posted on 20 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2012-2019 / F30, F31)
How to Repair a Door That Won't Close on a BMW 3 Series
Let's briefly review the instructions for repairing the front door closure on a BMW 3 Series. First, ensure that the issue is indeed with the door closure; …Read all…
Posted on 18 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E91, E90, E92)
How to Remove the Headliner in a BMW 3 Series?
In this tutorial, you will see how to remove the headliner in a BMW 3 Series, a very simple and quick operation. First, open the trunk. Then, remove the two …Read all…
Posted on 16 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2019-2026 / G20)
How to Disable the Start&Stop System on the BMW 3 Series
Today's instructions will show you how to manually disable the Start&Stop system on the BMW 3 Series by following these simple steps. First, get in the vehicle …Read all…
Posted on 9 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E91, E90, E92)
How to Open a Stuck Trunk in the BMW 3 Series?
In the BMW 3 Series, it can happen that the trunk gets stuck, for example, due to a failure of the lock actuator or the related release button. In these cases, …Read all…
Posted on 2 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E91, E90, E92)
How to Install the Backup Camera on a BMW 3 Series?
To install the backup camera on a BMW 3 Series, open the rear hatch by unscrewing the screws that secure the corresponding panel inside. Once the panel is …Read all…
Posted on 17 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
How to Replace the Outside Temperature Sensor on a BMW 3 Series?
To replace the outside temperature sensor on a BMW 3 Series, lift the front of the car using a jack. Once the vehicle is raised, locate the sensor at the …Read all…
Posted on 15 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / E46)
How to Replace the Armrest in a BMW 3 Series?
As seen in this tutorial, replacing the armrest in the BMW 3 Series E46 is an extremely simple and quick operation. First, go to the back seat, then remove the …Read all…
Posted on 10 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / E91, E90, E92)
How to Replace the Rain Sensor in a BMW 3 Series?
In this tutorial, you will see how to replace the rain sensor in a BMW 3 Series, a very simple and quick operation. To do this, you will need a plastic trim …Read all…
Posted on 9 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

BMW Serie 3 (2012-2019 / F30, F31)
How to Disable the Start&Stop Feature on the BMW 3 Series?
To disable the Start&Stop feature on the BMW 3 Series, press the designated button located above the engine start button. This button is positioned to the left …Read all…
Posted on 8 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

Checks And Maintenance BMW Serie 3 (2012-2019 / f 30, f 31)

Checks And Maintenance BMW Serie 3 (2005-2013 / e 91, e 90, e 92)

Checks And Maintenance BMW Serie 3 (1998-2006 / e 46)

Checks And Maintenance BMW Serie 3 (1990-2001 / e 36)

Checks And Maintenance BMW Serie 3 (1982-1992 / e 30)

Accelerator (3) Cigarette lighter (7) Airbag (18) Alternator (4) Speaker (21) Shocks (11) Antenna (3) Air conditioning (4) Car stereo (20) Anti-roll bar (2) Roof rack bars (2) Battery (46) Ignition coil (4) Air vents (4) Bushings (4) Control arm (18) Grille (2) Transmission (12) Spark plugs (11) Glow plugs (4) Convertible top (3) Body (25) Glove compartment (12) Snow chains (1) Control unit (5) Key (96) Trunk lock (2) Timing belt (24) V-belt (13) Air conditioner (3) A/C controls (1) Onboard computer (11) Checks and maintenance (122) Throttle body (3) Dashboard (19) Shifter boot (2) CV boot (1) Bearing (6) MAF sensor (3) Differential (3) Brake rotors (13) Rear bench seat (3) Side marker light (3) Headlight (39) Tail light (14) Fog lights (9) Diesel particulate filter (2) Air filter (27) Cabin air filter (30) Fuel filter (8) Diesel fuel filter (7) Oil filter (5) Parking brake (14) Clutch (4) Grille (22) Fuel injectors (5) Window switch (5) Accessory kit (12) Light bulb (11) Side marker bulb (9) Headlight bulb (89) Tail light bulb (16) Interior dome light bulb (10) Antifreeze coolant (14) Instrument panel light (5) License plate light (6) (1) Rear window (1) Handle (47) Exhaust muffler (1) Trim cover (3) Engine (29) Power window motor (17) Starter motor (19) Electric power steering motor (1) Transmission fluid (5) Brake fluid (2) Engine oil (26) Power steering fluid (1) Clock (31) Door trim panel (46) Windshield (5) Front bumper (15) Rear bumper (13) Brake pads (6) Hydraulic pistons (2) Tires (1) Shift knob (25) Pump (26) Fuel pump (23) Car door (10) Push button (7) Power window switch (4) Instrument cluster (17) Radiator (24) Heater core (9) Wheel (4) Fuse box (117) Seat (42) Axle shaft (2) Crankshaft position sensor (4) Engine coolant temperature sensor (11) Parking sensors (1) Door lock (24) Oxygen sensor (3) Suspension system (9) Side mirror (26) Rearview mirror (2) AdBlue warning light (2) Warning light – error code (98) (42) Tire pressure warning light (11) Service warning light (148) Manufacturer emblem (9) Engine mount (5) Brake drums and shoes (1) Fuel cap (5) Windshield wipers (22) Thermostat (12) Cylinder head (6) Tie rods (2) Drivetrain (4) Center console tunnel (20) Turbocharger (1) Valve (5) EGR valve (6) Blower motor (20) Side window (5) Steering wheel (17)

How to Connect the Cables to the Battery of the Citroen Xsara Picasso?

In this tutorial, you will see how to connect the cables to the battery of the Citroen Xsara Picasso, useful if you need to recharge it or perform an emergency start. First, ensure the key is not inserted, then open the bonnet and move to the front of the left headlamp. Next, locate the bolt just behind the filter box and connect the positive terminal clamp to it. Now you can connect the negative terminal to any point on the chassis, such as the indicated point. Once the operation is complete, ensure you disconnect the negative first and then the positive.

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