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Differential Oil/Fluid Change - 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36 5-Speed Manual Arctic Silver
In this video I change the differential/rear axle oil/fluid on my BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36 5-Speed Manual in Arctic Silver.
The hypoid/gear oil is said to be maintenance free and sealed for life. After 25 years I feel it a good idea to change the fluid.
The Z3 can have an open differential, a Torsen limited slip differential or a clutch pack LSD.
I drain the fluid and replenish and additionally I detail the drain plug types, some with o-ring and others with crush washer. I also discus torque settings in Nm. I drained out 1.3 litres and replenished with 1.75
The following genuine BMW parts were sourced from Vines BMW Gatwick:
Screw Plug - 33117525064
Crush Washer - 07119963355
The oil used:
Castro...
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Видео

Replacing Front Brake Discs & Pads - 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Просмотров 233День назад
In this video I replace the corroded front brake discs/rotors and brake pads on my 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36 5-speed manual in Arctic Silver. Surprisingly, the caliper pistons were not seized however there was a lot of rust and corrosion on these calipers which will be replaced in a future video, along with the brake hoses and then a full brake fluid change/system bleed. Other components ide...
Update & Parts Delivery - 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Просмотров 35414 дней назад
In this video I detail the contents of a large parts delivery from Autodoc and BMW, for my 1999 Z3 2.8 Roadster E36 5-speed manual in Arctic Silver. Having just replaced the bonnet lock mechanisms, cables and release handle, I discuss this and the components that have arrived. The bonnet/hood was jammed shut and could not be opened. The vehicle has been tested in heavy rain and I can confirm th...
Replacing Aerial/Antenna Grommet & Fixing Radio Reception - 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Просмотров 34514 дней назад
In this video I replace the missing aerial grommet on my 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36 5-speed manual in Arctic Silver. These grommets are prone to disintegration/failure from UV/sunlight and are often perished or missing. The aerial/antenna is located in the boot/trunk on the left side and access is facilitated by unbolting the convertible roof motor/pump and moving it aside. I also investigate...
Bonnet Cable/Latch Failure - 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Просмотров 43821 день назад
The bonnet/hood will not open. There has been a failure within the cable/latch/lock mechanism on my 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36 5-speed manual in Arctic Silver. In this video I demonstrate how to open the bonnet/hood. I remove a lower undertray and deal with corroded fixings to remove. I then order replacement components from the BMW dealer. If you enjoy my videos and would like to help suppor...
Full Engine Service & Front Sidelight Unit Replacement - 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster (E36)
Просмотров 38021 день назад
In this video carry out a full engine service on my 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roaster E36 in Arctic silver, fitted with the straight 6 (6 cylinder) petrol (gasoline) M52 engine (M52B28) and mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. I replace the engine oil and filter, sump plug and washer, spark plugs, air filter element, fuel filter cartridge, fuel pipes and jubilee clips. I identify an unknown and non-st...
Reinstating Engine Driven Cooling Fan - Because It Is Meant To Be There - 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster
Просмотров 264Месяц назад
In this video I reinstate the original equipment engine driven cooling fan complete with viscous coupling and fan cowling on my 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roaster E36 in Arctic silver, fitted with the straight 6 (6 cylinder) petrol (gasoline) M52 engine (M52B28) and mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. This had previously been deleted at a water pump change, a common modification due to parasitic load....
Introducing my 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster - Part 1
Просмотров 640Месяц назад
In this video I introduce you to my low mileage 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36 and share my plans for this car. I will be keeping it very original. The BMW Z3 was featured in the James Bond film/movie 'Goldeneye'. This car has the 2.8 straight six petrol (gasoline) engine mated to a 5 speed manual gearbox and is in Arctic Silver, with a red/black contrasting leather interior. I detail work requir...
Buying a 1999 BMW Z3 2.8i Roadster
Просмотров 460Месяц назад
In this video I travel to view a silver 1999 BMW Z3 2.8i Roadster E36, 5-speed manual. Having carried out a vehicle inspection on this very low mileage 25 year old car, I made an offer which was accepted. having left a deposit on the vehicle, I collect it in two days. I can't wait to drive to the chorus of the beautiful straight six BMW petrol engine. So much future content right here! If you e...
Why Being a Main Dealer Service Advisor is The Job From Hell
Просмотров 340Месяц назад
Having worked for many years in the motor/automotive trade in a number of roles - technician/mechanic, parts advisor, workshop controller/foreman, bodyshop reception, I can categorically state that my least favourite was being a service advisor. A hateful job in every way and a job from hell. People and their cars can be just a nightmare. If you enjoy my videos and would like to help support Au...
BMW 330D 2009 E90 Front Seat Removal & Carpet Clean
Просмотров 227Месяц назад
BMW 330D 2009 E90 Front Seat Removal & Carpet Clean
Retro-fitting Glovebox - Smart Fortwo 451 Passion 84 BHP 2008
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.2 месяца назад
Retro-fitting Glovebox - Smart Fortwo 451 Passion 84 BHP 2008
Retro-fitting Instrument Pods - Smart Fortwo 451 Pure/Passion 84BHP 2008 - Tachometer and Clock
Просмотров 1,4 тыс.2 месяца назад
Retro-fitting Instrument Pods - Smart Fortwo 451 Pure/Passion 84BHP 2008 - Tachometer and Clock
Replacing Wiper Blades - 2009 BMW 330D E90 - Save Money!
Просмотров 1742 месяца назад
Replacing Wiper Blades - 2009 BMW 330D E90 - Save Money!
Replacing Front ABS Sensor - 2009 BMW 330D E90 N57
Просмотров 7202 месяца назад
Replacing Front ABS Sensor - 2009 BMW 330D E90 N57
Smart Fortwo 451 2008 - Engine Bay View On The Road - 84BHP Turbo Passion
Просмотров 1,6 тыс.3 месяца назад
Smart Fortwo 451 2008 - Engine Bay View On The Road - 84BHP Turbo Passion
Oil Leak - Oil Filter Housing/Oil Cooler Gasket Replacement - BMW 330D E90 2009 N57 + Coolant Change
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.3 месяца назад
Oil Leak - Oil Filter Housing/Oil Cooler Gasket Replacement - BMW 330D E90 2009 N57 Coolant Change
ABS/Wheel Speed Sensor + Rear Brake Pad Wear Sensor Replacement - BMW 330D E90 LCI 2009
Просмотров 1,6 тыс.4 месяца назад
ABS/Wheel Speed Sensor Rear Brake Pad Wear Sensor Replacement - BMW 330D E90 LCI 2009
2009 BMW 330D E90 N57 LCI Steptronic - Introduction
Просмотров 4254 месяца назад
2009 BMW 330D E90 N57 LCI Steptronic - Introduction
Bonnet/Hood Lever/Catch Replacement - Smart Fortwo 451 2008 - Pre-Facelift
Просмотров 1,8 тыс.4 месяца назад
Bonnet/Hood Lever/Catch Replacement - Smart Fortwo 451 2008 - Pre-Facelift
Front Wheelarch Liner Replacement and Mud/Rust Trap - 2010 Audi A3 8P 1.6TDI Sportback
Просмотров 9315 месяцев назад
Front Wheelarch Liner Replacement and Mud/Rust Trap - 2010 Audi A3 8P 1.6TDI Sportback
Gear Shifter Motor Replacement Including Intercooler Removal - Smart Fortwo 451 Passion 84 BHP 2008
Просмотров 4,2 тыс.5 месяцев назад
Gear Shifter Motor Replacement Including Intercooler Removal - Smart Fortwo 451 Passion 84 BHP 2008
Replacing Heater Controller ECU - Smart Fortwo 451 Passion 84 BHP - Poor Temperature Regulation
Просмотров 2,5 тыс.5 месяцев назад
Replacing Heater Controller ECU - Smart Fortwo 451 Passion 84 BHP - Poor Temperature Regulation
Dismantling Gear Shifter Motor - Smart Fortwo 451 Passion 84BHP 2008
Просмотров 2,3 тыс.5 месяцев назад
Dismantling Gear Shifter Motor - Smart Fortwo 451 Passion 84BHP 2008
Replacing Aerial/Antenna Base & Mast - Smart Fortwo Passion 84BHP 451 2008
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.6 месяцев назад
Replacing Aerial/Antenna Base & Mast - Smart Fortwo Passion 84BHP 451 2008
Five Things I Hate About The Smart Fortwo & City Coupe 450/451 Pure/Pulse/Passion
Просмотров 2,4 тыс.6 месяцев назад
Five Things I Hate About The Smart Fortwo & City Coupe 450/451 Pure/Pulse/Passion
Five Things I Love About The Smart Fortwo & City Coupe 450/451 Pure/Pulse/Passion
Просмотров 1,6 тыс.6 месяцев назад
Five Things I Love About The Smart Fortwo & City Coupe 450/451 Pure/Pulse/Passion
Breakdown & AA Recovery - 3 Lines Fault -Smart Fortwo Passion 451 84 BHP Turbo 2008
Просмотров 2 тыс.6 месяцев назад
Breakdown & AA Recovery - 3 Lines Fault -Smart Fortwo Passion 451 84 BHP Turbo 2008
3 Lines Transmission Fault - Fixed? 2008 Smart Fortwo 451 Passion 84BHP
Просмотров 6 тыс.7 месяцев назад
3 Lines Transmission Fault - Fixed? 2008 Smart Fortwo 451 Passion 84BHP
3 Lines Fault - Smart Fortwo Passion 84 BHP 451 2008 - An Update
Просмотров 4,8 тыс.7 месяцев назад
3 Lines Fault - Smart Fortwo Passion 84 BHP 451 2008 - An Update

Комментарии

  • @roz4747
    @roz4747 Час назад

    Found it a day too late…..😢

  • @letshavaluc
    @letshavaluc 11 часов назад

    I've had 9 Z3's, and the spare wheel has been in a similar condition on all of them. Some remove the cage and wheel but I've had need of it in the past and much prefer it to the temporary foam cans you can buy. I also like how the Z3 has a spare buy the Z4 doesn’t. Loving the tennis ball solution by the way 😂

    • @autoknight747
      @autoknight747 6 часов назад

      @@letshavaluc Thanks for this. I’m going to buy a decent secondhand space saver wheel and keep the spare. I won’t be driving this car in the rain so a good replacement should never corrode again, especially as the car lives in my garage!

  • @Speedhawq
    @Speedhawq 15 часов назад

    Einfach über die Teilkasko autauschen lassen (Fällt unter Glasbruch!)

  • @user-um4ih9jv4k
    @user-um4ih9jv4k День назад

    Great

  • @harryhodgson9208
    @harryhodgson9208 День назад

    Hey mate, do you have a video on how to remove this fan? I swear I've seen one from you but, can't for the life of me find it.

    • @autoknight747
      @autoknight747 5 часов назад

      @@harryhodgson9208 It’s here - Gear Shifter Motor Replacement Including Intercooler Removal - Smart Fortwo 451 Passion 84 BHP 2008 ruclips.net/video/q9KjbysJRYc/видео.html

  • @aaronobrien7821
    @aaronobrien7821 День назад

    The bag has definitely helped the spare wheel. Mine was almost corroded right through

  • @danielbarbato4461
    @danielbarbato4461 День назад

    Hola disculpas por la molestia que puede ser que se disparara la alarma esto sucedió después de descontar la batería por problemas de cable sulfatado gracias Daniel

  • @elstevoyeseooo6472
    @elstevoyeseooo6472 2 дня назад

    I tried to get my skoda wheels aligned they told me no can do due to rust would this be it ?

    • @autoknight747
      @autoknight747 3 часа назад

      Might be worth asking them for further information and hopefully they can explain why. Before any wheel alignment checks can be carried out, suspension and steering components must be free of wear and in good condition, or else any readings would be unreliable and subject to variation.

  • @leo-tg3hs
    @leo-tg3hs 3 дня назад

    Awesome video, a Big thank you for sharing your knowledge ! What is the name of that tool you use to remove the clips ? Oh and would you suggest to change them ?

  • @PB200559
    @PB200559 4 дня назад

    Nice job.

  • @davidlewis7851
    @davidlewis7851 4 дня назад

    Nice video mate, keep them coming..... Dave

  • @michaelglynn2638
    @michaelglynn2638 4 дня назад

    Strange about the oil content being out. Same happened on my Smart, I've had it from 6 months old (2012) so I know it's not been drained before. When I changed it there was only about 70% of what it should have been. Very odd. Another job done anyway. 👍

  • @allycat1484
    @allycat1484 4 дня назад

    Great video, no wonder I couldn't see it just looking into the engine bay! Great car but strange engineering. This will be a great help when I change mine

  • @Harrylander781
    @Harrylander781 4 дня назад

    Very good and clean work .......from the beginning to the end.!

  • @micksmith7925
    @micksmith7925 5 дней назад

    How do you get the brushes out please?

  • @user-rm7om9rm9z
    @user-rm7om9rm9z 5 дней назад

    hi m8 i love your a3 i like the 8p older a3 1.6tdi its reliable its only 20 tax.18e insurance.👌😁

  • @chrisbassett7455
    @chrisbassett7455 7 дней назад

    Thanks for the very helpful video. I am thinking about carrying out this job as my car been slowly losing coolant over time for about 6M. Been pressure tested no leak found and block tested expansion tank a few times for signs of head gasket might of gone. Might be wrong here but I’m sure I recall you mentioning you’ve had past experiences working for the dealership. So completely off the chuff ask for help, but I’m at a loss with it. But I’ve been experiencing what seems to be fake overheating over last month prior to coolant loss and on a long motorway journey without fail when pull up outside house fans on full whack. Had the water pump, thermostat changed as apparently wasn’t retuning to expansion tank, but had no joy. Flush radiator/ system in case of blockage and then coolant sensor changed as wasn’t reading correctly. But still fake overheating(slight raise in coolant levels when in cabin temperature indicators reaching 110-120 mark for few moments then drops back to 90) all pipes feel hot and cold where meant to be, fan engaged and have been tested it operate. Mechanic seems to now think it might be a ECU software issue. Only other thing I’ve notice via live data on OBD says DPF last gen 45236.7 km (although engine was off) so might be wrong. There also a fail code on code for horn, so wondering if it’s a relay that has gone as sure seen a relay - main current that seems to control horn and radiator fan overrun etc. I at a loss where to turn and wondered have ever come across this before? Any advice or guidance would be greatly appreciated. Many thanks.

  • @terryatkinson3182
    @terryatkinson3182 8 дней назад

    Before you get the rain, we get our share first 🙄👍🇮🇪

  • @user-he5pb7ig3v
    @user-he5pb7ig3v 8 дней назад

    Really, really great video! Class A explanation and instructions. My IPad with this video will be with me tomorrow when I am changing my Fiat 500 rear axle. Thanks for your videos!

  • @PB200559
    @PB200559 8 дней назад

    More good work.

  • @PB200559
    @PB200559 8 дней назад

    Great quality work, loving your attention to detail, my kind of philosophy. Nicely videoed too. I have same car, same year (hella red with 99k on the clock - Had it a couple of months now and improving it too)

    • @autoknight747
      @autoknight747 7 дней назад

      @@PB200559 Thank you very much! These are great cars and beautifully designed. I hope you continue to enjoy the videos. There are many more planned - when it finally stops raining.

  • @PB200559
    @PB200559 8 дней назад

    Excellent work.

  • @oldman213
    @oldman213 9 дней назад

    Hello, and thank you very much for these instructions. I had to change the lock on Saturday because it no longer locked. You don't necessarily have to remove the frame of the triangular window. With a little sensitivity you can get it expanded like this. The whole thing took a little over an hour. Translated with Google

  • @nagygeza1
    @nagygeza1 9 дней назад

    Welcome. Exactly what resistance do you need? And is there a downside to having the Swirl Flap disabled?!

  • @pepedusud6335
    @pepedusud6335 9 дней назад

    Belle demo . Super 😊

  • @badwolf4058
    @badwolf4058 10 дней назад

    Looking around, it seems you put your 451 for sale in June - so probably gone by now. That's a shame - I learned a lot from your videos: removal of the rear panel, gearbox oil change, swapping the intermediate elbow to the exhaust, changing the front engine mount etc. I have a 2009 451 turbo and would have liked to have known the part no. for your exhaust (if original) and whether the gearbox oil change would have been easier on a ramp (I'm guessing so). I'm about to change the alternator belt on mine at 60,000 miles - that would have been helpful to see, too. Anyway, I'm subscribed and see you have some BMWs to play with - in addition to my 451 I have a BMW E30 and a BMW E39!

    • @autoknight747
      @autoknight747 7 дней назад

      @@badwolf4058 Yes I took the difficult decision to sell it. I’d done so much to it that there was no more content to be made. It was a great example and I daren’t calculate how much I spent on parts! Great to hear about your BMWs. I hope you enjoy the Z3 content. There’s lots to come.

  • @alanwhitaker2842
    @alanwhitaker2842 10 дней назад

    Is the flight code EI or EL for aer lingus?

  • @michaelglynn2638
    @michaelglynn2638 11 дней назад

    Nice job. When working in those areas I find rotary wire brushes in a battery drill work a treat, a kit of different sizes and shapes.

    • @autoknight747
      @autoknight747 10 дней назад

      @@michaelglynn2638 I think there’ll be some of that going on when I get the red paint off the caliper carriers and repaint with silver VHT paint.

  • @terryatkinson3182
    @terryatkinson3182 11 дней назад

    Interesting, I've pads to do on a polo soon, VW are great at putting different fixings on the same part, so you need half the tools from the shed to get things apart 😭

  • @thebigbosss1000
    @thebigbosss1000 12 дней назад

    Where do I purchase the G12 coolant ? I had bought one coolant at autozone saying it was compatible with my VW are those safe to use?

  • @Basco.B
    @Basco.B 12 дней назад

    Can't you just pull out the volume control? My volume control is sticky.

    • @autoknight747
      @autoknight747 12 дней назад

      @@Basco.B I’ve since heard that it can be removed but at the time I had tried and it was pretty ‘on there’ so didn’t want to break it by pursuing it that way.

    • @Basco.B
      @Basco.B 12 дней назад

      Thanks for the fast answer. I will try it. Greetings from Germany

  • @markfarrier1711
    @markfarrier1711 12 дней назад

    Was there oil in coolent tank

    • @autoknight747
      @autoknight747 12 дней назад

      @@markfarrier1711 No. Oil and coolant had not mixed, it just had the bad external oil leak.

  • @Wasper216
    @Wasper216 12 дней назад

    Thanks for the video. My E87 window regulator broke on the exact same spot as shown in the video. 🙈

  • @Brauschemann
    @Brauschemann 12 дней назад

    I hired a Smart on holiday a few years ago, and loved it. Now thinking about buying one as a second car, and glad I came across this video - It's fantastic. This is about the best and most informative buyer's guide for any car I've ever seen, and certainly a must watch (several times) video for anybody wishing to buy one of these lovely little cars. Many thanks for your channel.

    • @autoknight747
      @autoknight747 12 дней назад

      @@Brauschemann Thank you for your kind words! Good luck with your search for a great Smart.

  • @wiek_r
    @wiek_r 13 дней назад

    Nice video! I bought my '97 z3 2.8 last weekend! Simply a lovely car! Greetings from Holland!

  • @michaelglynn2638
    @michaelglynn2638 13 дней назад

    I've been using AutoDoc since watching your videos. Very pleased too. Good video, looking forward to the fitting.

  • @kenrossaukrsa
    @kenrossaukrsa 13 дней назад

    Incorrect air filter for UK climate , the correct one has a filter foam underneath it

    • @autoknight747
      @autoknight747 13 дней назад

      @@kenrossaukrsa Not sure how the UK climate differs from much of the rest of northern mainland Europe, it’s fairly temperate here. I can’t see how the absence of the foam layer, which is for intake noise suppression on diesels, would make much difference. Been fitting filters from various reputable German brands, some with and some without that, since the 90s!

    • @kenrossaukrsa
      @kenrossaukrsa 13 дней назад

      @@autoknight747 it’s much wetter in the UK, the material sponge af the bottom assists with it somehow , I just bought it last week, it was £3 more than the standard hot/dry climate one , even my A1 had a foam blanket around its airfilter .

    • @kenrossaukrsa
      @kenrossaukrsa 13 дней назад

      @@autoknight747 oh and also apparently it helps heat the cars engine on cold winter mornings

  • @sussexexternalcleaning6276
    @sussexexternalcleaning6276 14 дней назад

    👌🏻

  • @patricksadler3587
    @patricksadler3587 14 дней назад

    Good videos on a great car keep it up thank you 🙏

  • @nicpowell8949
    @nicpowell8949 14 дней назад

    I think that box was your flux capacitor

  • @terryatkinson3182
    @terryatkinson3182 14 дней назад

    Brilliant little video, no bs and just what I wanted to see.

  • @nickcastillo738
    @nickcastillo738 15 дней назад

    looking forward to this. I want to fit one to mine as well.

    • @autoknight747
      @autoknight747 15 дней назад

      @@nickcastillo738 video here: Retro-fitting Glovebox - Smart Fortwo 451 Passion 84 BHP 2008 ruclips.net/video/01lzCJ7JIHE/видео.html

    • @nickcastillo738
      @nickcastillo738 14 дней назад

      @@autoknight747 awesome thanks

  • @ShaShaheen
    @ShaShaheen 16 дней назад

    Hello where can I find this connector on ebay. Thank you

  • @michaelglynn2638
    @michaelglynn2638 17 дней назад

    At last, the comment box appeared! Not always there. Anyhow good methodical fix, I'd be surprised if you need to re-visit that cable again. Ta👍

  • @sussexexternalcleaning6276
    @sussexexternalcleaning6276 18 дней назад

    Nice repair !!!

  • @user-bj1uq6je3s
    @user-bj1uq6je3s 18 дней назад

    Do I need to do all that to replace the light covers?

  • @isaias1221
    @isaias1221 18 дней назад

    Im have smart car for two and im have reverse lights problems you have any suggestion wear to check