E30 M3 maintenance Q's

[Bary <bary@xxxxxxx>]

O2 sensor is easy, but I would spray some break-free (or equiv) on the thing
first. Whn I removed the O2 sensor the threads were locked in real good and I
gaulled them a bit. Almost a very expensive blunder! To remove, just unplug the
wiring under the car, get the proper box end wrench or O2 socket if you want to
get fancy and remove. Installation is the reverse. I put a very tiny amount of
anti-seize (hi-temp) on the threads being careful not to contaminate the sensor
tip.

Call Bavarian Auto (800) 535-2002 or BMP (800) 648-7278. The BMW Store (look in
the Roundel for Phone number) is also a great place to shop.

Boiler plate applies, I have no assocoation with the referenced suppliers, blah,
blah, blah....

Bary Pfaff
Redondo Beach, CA
BMWCCA Los Angleles Chapter

> Date: Thu, 19 Nov 1998 22:25:00 -0500
> From: wish you were here <foo@domain.elided>
> Subject: E30 M3 maintenance Q's
>
> It's time for me to do some maintenance on my (still new to me)
> E30 M3, specifically replacing the O2 sensor, and the coolant
> hoses.
>
> Do I need any special tools to remove the O2 sensor? what's the
> procedure like?  Is it as simple as replacing one on a toyota?
>
> For the coolant hoses, where can I get a full set for less than
> what the dealership wants?
>
>         ksh

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