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colb

Charger best connection would be direct to battery terminals in the boot although you could use the jump start the terminals in the engine compartment, the loss of current between the jump start terminals and the battery would be minimal given the length of wiring between the two. Don't forget there...

colb

As it seems frozen at that reading might be worth pulling the Disa valve out and checking it is intact as per that video link I posted, could be thats the source of the problem. If a known good Maf fails to solve it then the Disa Valve would be the next place to check. If that checks out ok then one...

colb

Just found this posted on another forum regarding cold start issues, worth a look
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3r7jvpf ... e=youtu.be

colb

Your diagnostic results do point towards the Maf being bad, the exhaust lambda sensors are controlling the fuel mixture using the Maf readings it could of course be that the exhaust sensors are past their best as well. Its going to be expensive throwing new sensors at it just to see if they are work...

colb

Try it with the Maf disconnected to see if it runs better with the default settings as gookha said. If you bought a cheap pattern Maf you were warned of the folly in doing that!! Wonder if anyone is near you with a working oem Maf you could try before shelling out on an oem one just to prove it is b...

colb

Might be best to go for a known good used part from one of the guys who breaks Z's on here. What engine is in yours M43 or M44? Need to get the right one as they are different. M43 has a plug in socket on the Maf M44 has a screw in socket for the connector. Mine is a 1.9 M43, when I had to replace m...

colb

Did a cold start on my 1.9 M43 engine today, on starting it revs at 1000rpm idling as it warms up revs decrease to 750-800rpm at idle. The maf should be reporting the amount of air passing through it, your readings are very low, if your viewing live data what is it showing when you rev it up it shou...

colb

Is it the clutch plate or is it the slave cylinder at fault? Big difference in repair price by a garage, if its the slave cylinder then that would be an easyish swap for a new one and a bit of a bother to bleed it by all accounts. Obviously if it needs a new clutch plate and cover + release bearing ...

colb

From what you have replaced so far it looks like the water temp sensor is functioning ok, cleaning the Maf with the wrong stuff is not recommended it will often destroy it as would touching the sensor itself with anything. A bad Maf may well be the cause of your problems as you have already changed ...

colb

Some advice on this previous post regarding this issue unfortunately he didn't get back with any results. http://www.zroadster.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=43652&p=403320&hilit=cold+start#p403320 Revs from cold start worked out by water temperature sensor and exhaust lambda sensor being...

colb

Sounds like a classic case of shorting wires or broken wires in the body to boot lid loom. Going to need stripping back the outer cover to check individual wires in that loom for breaks. Solder any breaks and heatshrink them.

colb

That sounds like a bargain, mine is £150 a year for wife and me with the bank, will be looking to change if it works out better. Just checked it out, if I cancel my breakdown with the bank I also loose my annual travel insurance with them so weighing it up I'm better off with what I have. Wife and m...

colb

Our road conditions are the main cause, deep potholes and the dreaded speed humps all over the place. Z Springs should be up to the job as with other makes of cars oem quality springs should be ok, you might consider some uprated springs, they are out there. Age of our cars also has some bearing on ...

colb

No adjustment for rear tracking unless you fit an aftermarket kit. Check out all the rear suspension bushes to see if any are worn, if so replace to bring it back to factory specs and see if that makes a difference to tyre wear. Only other thing if the wheel is out would be accident damage to the co...

colb

Would hazard a guess that the flat plates fixing at the end of the unit has failed and the block and spring broke for freedom. Is there another block with a hole in it for the spring to fit in, looks like it in the picture fit the spring with its block back in an compress it in with the flat plate m...

colb

Held at Ashchurch High School Playing Field, just off Jnc 9 of the M5 so easy to get to. £5 Show Car + Driver and £7.50 each passenger. In aid of Air Ambulance. Always a wide range of vehicles attend this show, always something to see. On line booking will be available soon according to their poster...

colb

Must be the locking latch not engaging fully when closed, check out the release cable it may be dry and sticking so the latch isn't engaging fully to hold it shut.
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/showpar ... Id=41_0040

colb

If you want replacements call in or phone your local BMW dealer quote the part number and normally they will be available next day for picking up. They will take a payment over the phone usually.

colb

Had to replace my one way valves on mine when it started spraying under the bonnet into the engine bay behind the sound deadening lining. Obtained mine from BMW dealer about £9 per pair. http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/showparts?id=CM12-EUR-12-1999-Z3-BMW-Z3_19&diagId=61_0171 Quite why they do t...

colb

Personally I like the wide body, just looks right to me.

colb

Found this on an old thread is your fuse box like this?
http://www.tsac.co.uk/photo/2011/Fusebo ... verlay.jpg

colb

I think you will be looking for a red relay for the main ABS system and a grey relay for the ABS pump, would have thought both these would be in the main fuse/relay box in the engine bay.

colb

Change all the fluids, oil and antifreeze and brake fluid, whilst your about it do the gearbox and rear diff then you know where you are as a start. Fix the broken bits, inspect the tyres, sitting for three years may well have caused flat spots, check the sidewalls for cracking, you may need new tyr...

colb

Yes I moved over to IMGUR as well, simple to use

colb

Facelifts do not all have H7 bulbs as I found out when I checked mine with HB3 and HB4 fitted appears mine built December 1999 was factory fitted. English Owners manual shows H7 which it dosn't have.

colb

Snap, mine has the same as you HB3 and HB4 bulbs.
Intrigued by what you found had a look at my Facelift wide body December 1999 built 1.8, handbook says HB3 High Beam and H7 Low beam, upon checking I find HB3 and HB4.

colb

Could be the factory used up stock they had on hand, when your car was built or a previous owner if it had one, has been in there and changed them to H7?

colb

Checked OEM for 3/2000 car revealed what should be fitted http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/showparts?id=CM12-EUR-03-2000-Z3-BMW-Z3_19&diagId=63_0316 Could it be you have item 12 Bulb adapter fitted to your car for H7 Bulbs? Looks like there was a change of bulbs in 4/99 check your car out on OEM ...

colb

Part 32131096280 was found on the following vehicles:

3' E36 (11/1989 — 08/2000)
Z3 E36 (04/1996 — 05/2002)

colb

Put a code reader on it to see if it has set any codes that may guide you to what is wrong. Codes set may actually be caused by something else in the system so be aware that something in the system may be not working correctly and upsetting something else hence the codes you may see. A bad Maf is a ...

colb

If the radio works in another car then I would think you have no power on the loom in your car. Check with a meter or a test light with the ignition on at the accessory position and see if it has 12v on the radio feed. If there is no power and the fuse is ok then look for a break in the feed wire. I...

colb

Need to check fuse that powers the radio if its not working, once satisfied you have power at the radio + connection check out the speaker connections at the rear of the radio head and at each of the speakers. You should find the fuse in the fuse box under the bonnet, also check for a fuse behind th...

colb

The trailing arm is a hefty piece of metal, has yours corroded through revealing holes or is it just surface rust making it a bit thin in places? If its in a bad state and I would seek a second opinion it might be an idea to get a replacement in better condition from one of the Breakers who are memb...

colb

Real OEM search on a year 2000 Z3 2.0l revealed the following have same part numbers fitted Part 12131703825 was found on the following vehicles: 3' E36 (11/1992 — 08/2000) Z3 E36 (04/1996 — 10/2000) http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/part?id=CL32-EUR-01-2000-Z3-BMW-Z3_20&mg=12&sg=05&di...

colb

Al Bit wet yesterday wouldn't have been very interesting for the ladies unless they went swimming in the leisure centre or a free ride on a bus. Some nice cars but more focus on the buses and coaches. Next event is the Bloodwise Rally at Chepstow racecourse Sunday 17th September, have had my entry p...

colb

Rather wet day at Merthyr today, nice turn out of old buses and coaches and an assortment of classic cars from 1934 onwards. I was the only Z there although another member did come over and speak car less as he was working in the afternoon. Quite a few traders with die cast models, books and sundrie...

colb

http://www.theinnatwelland.co.uk/

If visiting the Malvern area this restaurant is well worth a visit, used it a couple of times for family lunches and the food is first class as well as the service.
Closed on Mondays.

colb

Code reader will indicate which cylinder is misfiring, if you don't have access to BMW INPA then try a generic code reader to see what codes the car has set. Cheapest way to read codes is to invest in a ELM327 Interface and a free App on a mobile phone, I use Dash Command with the Wi-Fi ELM 327 inte...

colb

Might be an idea to show what engine you have, I see your profile list your car as a year 2000 2.0 litre. Not sure what you are describing as the round thing on the left side of the engine without a picture of what you are looking at. Check all rubber pipes for splits that could be introducing unmet...

colb

Peter might be an idea to put in the measurement between the mounting pins of the deflector as there are two types with different measurements between the pins to suit pre facelift and facelift cars.

colb

Merthyr Festival of Transport takes place on Sunday 10th September Full details and entry form here https://www.facebook.com/events/1888428351415904/?active_tab=discussion&__xt__=33.%7B%22logging_data%22%3A%7B%22profile_id%22%3A1888428351415904%2C%22event_type%22%3A%22clicked_view_event_posts%22...

colb

Neat job, well done.

colb

Bling stainless roll hoops and a pair of seatbelt tower covers with the roll bar cutouts, the former from Andy (spurs fan in a coupe). Only want them to complete the look of the car know they are just bling. Bit of a pain getting them to slide into the seat belt tubes, the tubes on the roll bars was...

colb

Attended the Festival today weather was kind and it was the largest turn out of cars from all years I have seen pre and post war. A few Z3's dotted about but didn't manage to speak to any of the owners. Quite a few side stalls and some autojumble present this year, quite the best show since attendin...

colb

Testers seem to put down what were in the past quite acceptable items not even worthy of an advisory, it seems to be an arse covering method they have taken to using. As to your advisories Oil leak () Find the source and fix it, as said before probably just a gasket or o ring failed somewhere on the...

colb

Its in Cardiff Prison
http://theclinkcharity.org/the-clink-re ... iff-wales/

colb

34 Colb on the Z4 forum listing will be a no show this year, my chum handsomejack is sending them a message as I can't post to Z4 forum.
Have a great day, enjoyed last years very much.

colb

Good news you fixed it with a replacement Maf. Del was right about the usual cause being an air leak from split rubbers, when I had similar running problems you had I couldn't find any leaks and changed the exhaust sensors as mine seemed very slow to respond when monitored using diagnostic live data...

colb

Not at Silverstone its in Leicestershire at Shepshed Watermill same as last year Full details from original post here More details to follow in the coming weeks :) :) :) see link for list of names. http://www.z4-forum.com/forum/viewtopic ... 14&t=89780 We will be planning next years event which ...

colb

4 new wheel centre badge caps http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/4-x-BMW-WHEEL-CENTRE-CAPS-10-Pin-Clips-68mm-badge-FITS-1-3-5-7-E-F-M-X-Z-Series-/162582452258?epid=17005162579&hash=item25daab5822:g:h1kAAOSwTM5Y4rh0 Fast delivery and items very good quality, snapped in nicely with the 10 retaining lugs. D...

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