04-02-2007, 07:48 AM | #1 |
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E46 M3 maintenance
Taking better care of baby.
Ok, this may be a well worn topic but I didn't find anything in the search function - if you know of a thread please refer me, thanks). I think it safe to assume that more care than the BMW scheduled maintenance services provides better care and therefore a longer (problem free) use of the E46 M3. I have a 2004 and would like to add more service maintenances but what and when is the question. I drive mine as a daily, on the track 2-3 a year and do some road trips. Any advice here? Thanks in advance. K. |
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heres the Maint Schedule chklist
http://members.roadfly.org/kmurph/Se...S.pdf-link.pdf and some useful maintenance DIYs http://www.m3forum.net/m3forum/showthread.php?t=119804
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heres also an old service codes that your may find usefull for you 04 ///M. just take it for what its worth..
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Hey ase2dais, how's your M been treating you? I've been going back and forth about getting an M3 myself. I like my E90, however it seems a bit too sterile for me. I've wanted an M3 for as long as I can remember (starting with the E30), but I'm a bit scared about some of the issues that the E46's have had.
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If you're really considering one, my best advice is to get a low-mileage car, and maybe an 03-04s. You may have to fork out abit more than the 01-02s, but its less pricey than 05-06s. You get LEDs and maybe warranty and maintenance. I've got the best combo, an e90 for Daily Driver and the /M cab for a stress reliever. You can PM me for any more specific inquiries.
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I just remember reading about some VANOS issues with certain years (don't quote me on this) in which the motor pretty much had to be pulled out to do the repairs.
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Never heard of it,
... that must have been an M5, I had one for a very short while, carbon issues are known for the 00s, like M3 rod-bearings for 01s, and 335s 06 fuelpump/overheating issues. none is safe from first year's production bugs.
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