101 Performance Projects For Your Bmw 3 Series 1982-2000 (Motorbooks Workshop)

Since its introduction in 1975, the BMW 3-series has earned a reputation as one of the worlds greatest sports sedans. Unfortunately, it has also proven one of the more expensive to service and maintain. This book is dedicated to the legion of BMW 3-series owners who adore their cars and enjoy restoring, modifying, and maintaining them to perfection; its format allows more of these enthusiasts to get out into the garage and work on their BMWs-and in the process, to save a fortune. Created with the weekend mechanic in mind, this extensively illustrated manual offers 101 projects that will help you modify, maintain, and enhance your BMW 3-series sports sedan. Focusing on the 1984-1999 E30 and E36 models, 101 Performance Projects for Your BMW 3-Series presents all the necessary information, covers all the pitfalls, and assesses all the costs associated with performing an expansive array of weekend projects. Table of Contents BASICS Jacking up Your Car | Changing Engine Oil | Replacing the Air Filter | Replacing the Fuel Filter | Replacing Belts | Washing Your Car ENGINE When to Rebuild | Replacing Spark Plugs/Coils | Replacing the Valve Cover Gasket | Machine Shop 101 | Camshaft Replacement | Intake Manifold Removal | VANOS Installation/Setting Cam Timing | Camshaft Position Sensor Replacement | Crankshaft Position Sensor Replacement | Lower Chain Tensioner Replacement | Head Gasket Replacement | VANOS Oil Line and Solenoid Replacement | Oil Pan Gasket Replacement | E30 Timing Belt Replacement | E30 Valve Adjustment | Turbos and Superchargers | Engine Management Systems | Rod Bearings and Oil Pump Nut Replacement | Motor Mount Replacement | Installing a Performance Intake System FUEL INJECTION Replacing the Oxygen Sensor | Reading BMW Fuel Injection Fault Codes | Monitoring OBD-II Systems | Fuel Injector Replacement | Replacing the Fuel Pump / Fuel Level Sender | Installing a Performance Chip WATER COOLING Coolant Change | Radiator and Hose Replacement | Water Pump and Thermostat Replacement TRANSMSSION/DRIVE AXLES/SHIFTER Replacing Automatic Transmission Fluid | Replacing Automatic Transmission Lines | Replacing Transmission Mounts | Replacing the Driveshaft Flex Disc/Guibo | Center Driveshaft Bearing Replacement | Replacing Your Shift Bushing | Installing a Short Shift Kit | Transmission Removal | Clutch Replacement | Replacing the Clutch Slave Cylinder | Replacing Manual Transmission Fluid | Replacing CV Joints, Boots, and Axles EXHAUST Muffler and Hanger Replacement | Exhaust Manifold Replacement BRAKES Bleeding Brakes Project | Replacing Brake Pads | Rebuilding Brake Calipers | Parking Brake Adjustment | Big Brake Upgrade | Parking Brake Shoe Replacement | Brake Line Replacement | Replacing Brake Discs SUSPENSION Alignment on Your BMW | Front Suspension Overhaul | Replacing Front Shocks and Springs | Replacing Rear Shocks and Springs | Replacing Rear Shock Mounts | E36 Performance Suspension / Lowering Your BMW | Installing a Strut Tower Brace | Steering Wheel Replacement | Installing the Lower Crossbrace BODY/INTERIOR TRIM Door Panels and Lock Troubleshooting | Installing an Aftermarket Shift Knob | Replacing Hood Shocks | Replacing the Window Regulator and Motor | Replacing Lenses and Bulbs | Headliner Replacement | Installing a Rear Spoiler | Convertible Top Adjustment and Repair | Convertible Rear Window Replacement | M3 Mirror Upgrade | Replacing Emblems | Sunroof Removal and Repair | Seat Removal and Sport Seat Installation | Power Seat Repair GAUGES AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS Headlamp Switch Replacement | Troubleshooting Electrical Problems | Resetting the Air Bag Warning Lamp (SRS) | Starter Replacement | Starter System Troubleshooting | Brake Switch Replacement | DME Swap/Repair | Radio Head Unit InstallationVAlternator Troubleshooting and Replacement | Replacing Gauge Cluster Light Bulbs | Installing Colored Gauge Faces | BMW Alarm Systems | Installing an HID Lighting System | Euro Ellipsoid/Angel Eyes Installation | Installing a CD Changer MISCELLANEOUS Personal Touches | Air Conditioning Maintenance and Upgrade | Stubborn Bolt/Stud Removal | Using Car Bras and Car Film | Tire and Wheel Sizing | Dyno Testing