20 Most Recent 2001 BMW Z3 Questions & Answers

Engine Management Light, same as a Check Engine Light... simply means a sensor component on your vehicle is malfunctioning You'll need to have someone with a tester to run diagnostics and retrieve codes to find exactly what the culprit is. Don't be surprised if it's the Throttle Positioning Sensor (TPS), common problem on BMWs

What is limp mode, and it is MiL light( mal function indicator light)it is not EML. Please specify so i can help

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Check the owners manual and see if the reset procedure is in there.

It could be that you have a problem with the VANOS system, that is the variable valve timing system on the engine. That system relies on the cam position sensors to work properly. Best to get it checked out by a BMW expert.

The heater has no cables it is all controlled by electric motors.

The main fuse panel is in the front PS engine compartment (near PS headlight but it has various fuses everywhere. Here is the Elec. troubleshooting pfd that may help or not ;-) : http://wedophones.com/Manuals/BMW/2001%20BMW%20Z3%20-%20M%20Roadster%20-%20Z3%20-%20M%20Coupe%20Electrical%20Troubleshooting%20Manual.pdf Good luck.

The correct radio SERIAL NUMBER is required for a code First remove the radio from the dashboard. Removal Info here www.fitaudio.com Then post the radio make+model plus all the letters+numbers on any labels,barcodes and a 14 character Serial Number stamped in the metal casing. This information can then be used to see if a code can be calculated Radio Code advice always available here (including BMW Z3 radios ) www.ukbookshelf.co.uk

may have to power it down---such as remove all power from the radio, wait a while and try again. If that doesn't work, I've heard that you have to wait up to six hours with the power ON and then retry. On the 318i the wait is about 90 min.

try the spare key if you have one may well be the transponder in the key not reading to allow it to start

very hard. there are 2 options get one from the wreckers and fit it Find an upholster shop that has the means of recovering the dash like new. Look for dash restorer businesses on line and in the phone book yellow pages.

3.0 Coupe

Removing and installing complete water pump (M52 / S52 /M52TU/ M54 / M56)

Remove alternator drive belt, refer to Engine, Cooling and Exhaust - Engine - Drive Belts, Mounts, Brackets and Accessories - Drive Belt - Service and Repair - Procedures See: Engine\Drive Belt\Service and Repair
Note: M52/S52 The water drain plug is located on the exhaust side between cylinders 4 and 5 in the engine block (illustration).
M52TU / M54 / M56 The water drain plug is located on the exhaust side on cylinder 2 in the engine block.
Drain and dispose of coolant.

Installation:
Replace seal.
Tightening Torque, refer to Specifications - Mechanical. See: Specifications
Vent cooling system and check for leaks, refer to Engine, Cooling and Exhaust - Cooling System - Service and Repair - Procedures. See: Service and Repair
Release belt pulley,Release water pump.,Tighten two screws (M6) into thread of water pump and water pump out of timing case.

Installation:
Replace O-ring and coat with coolant as anti-friction agent.

2.5L Roadster
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The CMP sensor is located somewhere on the head. Usually means either you need to replace the main seal or more likely your timing is off and you need to replace your timing belt or chain.

BMW Z3 M52TU Cam Sensor Replacement

TAKE THE DUST CAP OFF THE TENSIONER PULLEY, RELEASE TENSION AND IT SLIDES OFF. 16MM SOCKET